News from 14 April 2008 on edie

British beaches ‘littered with plastic’

The amount of plastic littering British beaches is at its highest level since records began, according to the Marine Conservation Society.

Ireland urged to invest in wind energy

The head of a wind energy lobby group has said that the industry in Ireland needs to invest Euro 6bn over the next decade to meet government targets.

Climate publicity campaign launched

The government has launched a major marketing and advertising campaign aimed at reducing Ireland's greenhouse gas emissions.

Eco-town expert panel named

A panel of 12 experts has been appointed to advise the shortlisted applicants hoping to build new eco-towns in the UK.

EU agrees on air quality

European states have agreed on legally binding limits on the airborne concentration of ultra-fine dust.

Carbon market rewards generators and punishes public – WWF

Environmental campaign group WWF has denounced the latest round of the EU's Emissions Trading System, saying its heart is in the right place but 'design faults' mean it rewards those burning the most coal.

Second phase of energy ratings scheme comes into force

Commercial buildings and new homes have become the latest buildings to fall under the Government's energy performance certificate scheme.

Burn more wood for the greater good

The idea of using wood for fuel might not be new, but, according to Government, we need to burn more to take full advantage of the environmental benefits.

Conference tackles climate change in Ireland

A conference has been discussing the role of Irish local authorities in combating climate change.

Tidal energy for Northern Ireland

The world's first large scale commercial tidal stream energy generator has been installed at Strongford Loch in Northern Ireland.

Abide by waste rules or face fines NI business told

Borough councils in Northern Ireland could now fine businesses who put the wrong materials in recycling bins.

SMEs ‘cynical of benefits of going green’

High costs involved with being more environmentally friendly are making a growing number of small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) more cynical to the business benefits of going green, according to a recent study.

Day: 14 April 2008