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The Reichstag goes green

Posted on 29. Mar, 2008 by ashleys.

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In another symbol of how much better Germany is approach the whole concept of renewable energy and micro-generation is the news that the Reichstag is to run entirely on renewable energy from this summer. Due to a fairly recent refurbishment the building is already very energy efficient. The building houses biofuel generators in its basement [...]

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Google to spend big on green fuel

Posted on 09. Dec, 2007 by ashleys.

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The search engine giant Google has announced that it is going to look at ways to develop cheap and clean sources of energy, and that it would invest hundreds of millions of dollars to do so. Their focus will initially be on solar thermal, wind and geothermal technologies. Larry page co-founder of google stated; “We [...]

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MPs unite to stop government back tracking on renewables

Posted on 03. Dec, 2007 by ashleys.

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The Guardian reports on the group of MPs led by the Conservative Michael Fallon who are introducing a private member’s bill to parliament this week in a bid to prevent the government back-pedalling on rules that require construction companies to fit renewable energy sources to new buildings. The bill is designed to ensure support for [...]

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£2.3 billion micro-generation industry by 2016

Posted on 27. Nov, 2007 by ashleys.

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Natural Choices is reporting on a report by the Renewable Advisory Board which suggests that a growing requirement for energy efficient homes could create a £2.3 billion energy micro-generation market by 2016. The report highlights the critical role that micro-generation could play in meeting the energy requirements of the UK.  While at present generating energy [...]

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Green Home Service

Posted on 20. Nov, 2007 by ashleys.

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The UK Environment secretary, Hilary Benn has launched plans for a one stop shop service for greener homes. Alison Benjamin over at the Guardian Unlimited takes a looks at what the Green Home Service will offer. This is done in a FAQ format which also seems to include non related general questions such as; “How [...]

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