Day: 16 September 2004

Council takes position on waste trade rules

Governments are about to approve their first-reading position on a revision of the EU's waste shipments regulation. A draft common position released by the council of ministers reveals the overall shape of the agreement. The text should be rubber stamped later this month clearing the way for a second reading to begin.

Blair and Howard talk tough on climate, but what will they actually do?

Both Tony Blair and Conservative leader Michael Howard set out their respective positions on climate change and the environment, this week.

Thames Water questioned over sewage leaks in London

Representatives of Thames Water and the Environment Agency were questioned over the release of raw sewage into the River Thames at a meeting of the London Assembly's Health and Public Services Committee this week.

UN to help Iraq clean up pollution hotspots

The United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) has announced plans for a pilot project to investigate ecological 'hotspots' in Iraq, caused by a decade of instability and conflict. The pilot project is part of a long term plan to clean up the country.

Scottish Executive consults on strengthening renewables market

The Scottish Executive has announced a consultation on proposals to increase the obligation on Scottish electricity suppliers to provide renewable electricity.

Green Alliance claim micro-generators could solve domestic energy crisis

A report by the Green Alliance claims that household micro-generators could be the answer to the growing energy demand of the domestic sector and that the DTI and ODPM should prioritise their inclusion in all new building projects.

Commission funds over 200 environment projects worth EUR160 million

The European Commission has approved funding for over 200 projects worth €160 million under the LIFE programme 2004. LIFE is the EU's financial instrument for supporting environmental and nature conservation projects throughout the EU, in candidate countries and some neighbouring regions.

Commission launches consultation on climate change policy

The European Commission has launched a web-based consultation on the future of its climate change policy giving stakeholders the opportunity to contribute to the debate. The Commission will use the contributions in the development of the EU's future climate change policy.

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