Day: 10 June 2008

Recession ‘inevitable’ while UK economy depends on oil

The UK's economy must break free of its dependence on oil to make a sustainable recovery from the current credit crunch.

Govt cash boost for biomass

Farmers, foresters and biomass producers can apply for up to £200,000 under a new round of grants announced by Government.

Intelligent IT could slash energy use

Using IT technology to control energy consumption in Europe's buildings could dramatically reduce energy use, according to an international technology expert.

Car giant cuts 21m litres of water

Motor company Nissan is expected to save more than 20m litres of water in the paint shop of its Barcelona factory after installing a new water recycling process.

Festival workers get extra protection

The 2008 summer festival season is already underway, but this year, organisers have to be even more careful not to expose employees at these events to excessive levels of noise.

Russia aims to curb illegal logging

The scale of illegal logging in Russia is far higher than official estimates, according to the country's forestry agency.

California parched – Schwarzenegger warns of water rationing

Two dry years, very low runoff from snow melt and legal restrictions on water transfer have plunged California into a drought forcing the state to introduce conservation measures and even rationing.

Bryson sees 1,000th visit for waste education

Bryson Charitable Group in Northern Ireland saw its 1,000th visit for its waste education programme last week, it has been reported.

Green houses attracting attention in Northern Ireland

Some 2,000 people attended an open day that showcased newly-built energy efficient properties in Lisburn, Northern Ireland this weekend.

Businesses receive green awards

Businesses in Ireland have been praised for their green credentials in the Eco Business Ireland awards.

Oxegen ‘to be Ireland’s largest carbon neutral event’

This year's Oxegen festival is to be carbon neutral, it has emerged.

Biofuels to be developed in Kilkenny

A Kilkenny company is to deliver renewable heat technology solutions to the local area through the use of biofuels, it has emerged.

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