Day: 14 February 2007

National Trust highlights climate threat to coast

Climate change could destroy many of Britain's coastal areas as sea levels rise and more intense storms bring flooding and corrosion, a study commissioned by the National Trust has warned.

Hydrogen ferry to serve Amsterdam commuters

A hydrogen ferry will be the latest addition to Amsterdam's fledgling fuel cell transport network, which so far includes hydrogen-powered buses and boats on a trial basis.

Reducing light pollution isn’t rocket science

Despite being easy to address we continue to allow light pollution to keep us awake, block out the night skies and confuse wildlife.

Climate-friendly cooling in the pipeline

Air conditioning in buildings and trains could soon get greener, as the Government teams up with business to fund an "eco-air con" R&D scheme.

Businesses to clean up after customers and employees

Fast food joints and office blocks where workers huddle around smoking on the doorstep could find themselves subject to new litter laws if Government proposals are adopted.

US sets new standards for vehicle emissions

The permitted levels of several pollutants which impact on air quality are to be cut in the USA.

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