Day: 7 June 2006

Turbine-proof radar to help wind power expansion

New radar technology designed to cut out interference from wind turbine blades, which could open up a series of potential new sites for wind farms, is being tested as the RAF conduct trial flights over four wind farms in Wales.

Biofuel policy will give ‘negligible’ carbon cuts

The promotion of bio-fuels will not deliver carbon cuts if not accompanied by new sustainability safeguards, environmental groups have warned on the eve of key EU discussions.

Sven joins BIG recycle team

It is a fact of life that big sporting events send alcohol consumption soaring in the UK - and they don't come much bigger than the World Cup.

Prescott ‘failed to consider water shortages’ in house-building plans

Government departments failed to consider water supply when planning the huge housing expansion for South East England, a parliamentary select committee has said.

WRAP unwraps new business package

Companies which think they know exactly what WRAP has to offer are being asked to look again as the organisation rolls out its new business support plan.

Johnny helps offices get on the Ball

Celebrity scientist Johnny Ball was on hand to educate office workers on environmental issues this Tuesday as part of London Sustainability Week.

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