Efficiency

Let's stop wasting so much energy

TomAllen — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 19:59:41 +0100

Saving power in our homes is one of the biggest and best ways to make the UK more energy efficient. We in Britain are Europe’s worst wasters of energy: we must reduce the amount that we use, and be more efficient in the way that we use it. And we’ll cut our fuel bills at the same time. We need to be smarter and less wasteful about the way that we live and work, and in particular stop energy loss in homes – one of the biggest sources of energy loss.

Ask Gordon for 40% emissions cuts

TomAllen — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 13:10:56 +0000

Current EU commitments to 20% emissions cuts (based on 1990 levels), rising to 30% if a strong global deal is agreed, are simply not enough.

The target for the EU needs to be at least 40% if we want to avoid the danger level of a 2°C rise in global warming. Please write to Gordon Brown using his CAFOD action asking him to put pressure on the other EU leaders to sign up to the required 40% emissions reduction.

Can new technologies help reduce the impact of climate change?

AndyBrace — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 19:00:13 +0100

A day after climate change talks ended in deadlock in Bangkok one of the richest men in the world, George Soros pledged US$1 billion as an investment in clean energy technology. Will this make a difference in terms of reducing carbon emissions? Yes, probably…But a further question is: Will the clean energy technology be adopted [...]

70,000 new green jobs if councils tackle climate change - new research

AndyBrace — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 01:01:01 +0100

Over 70,000 jobs could be created across England and Wales if councils slashed climate-changing emissions by insulating homes and businesses and fitting green energy to buildings, according to independent research released by Friends of the Earth today.

Campaigners Welcome Energy Efficiency in Scotland's Climate Change Bill

Timystic — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 12:07:07 +0100

Scottish campaigners representing over 1.5 million people across Scotland have welcomed amendments to deliver greater energy efficiency which have been approved by the Scottish Parliament committee scrutinising the Climate Change Bill today.

Amongst the amendments approved, were several put forward by Sarah Boyack MSP which will allow householders to receive discounts of up to £250 on their Council Tax bill if they install insulation or small-scale renewables. This measure was approved by MSPs on the committee by five votes in favour to three against.

WI launch their climate change campaign

TomAllen — Mon, 11 May 2009 18:55:47 +0100

Stop Climate Chaos member, the Women's Institute, launched their Women and Climate Change campaign today (11 May) with a Question Time style debate. The event was very successful and the campaign looks great, have a look on their website.

Tearfund pre-Budget climate call

AndyBrace — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 16:04:00 +0100

21 April 2009
Tearfund is calling on the government to announce greenhouse gas emission cuts in tomorrow’s Budget that will kick-start the economy, save the planet and protect poor communities.
In practice this means a science-based target of 42 per cent cuts by 2020 based on 1990 levels, with the vast majority of cuts being made within the UK and not offset in developing countries.
This target would incentivise early climate action in the UK and put the country at the forefront of new green industries.

Budget must focus on green energy

AndyBrace — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 01:01:01 +0100

Friends of the Earth says electric cars are not enough to tackle climate change - the Government must prioritise green energy and energy efficiency in this month's Budget

Low carbon summit doesn't add up

AndyBrace — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 12:04:53 +0000

Investing in offshore wind, energy efficiency and renewable electricity links could make us a packet and slash carbon emissions. But the government aren't showing enough ambition

This morning, 'slightly shady' business secretary Peter Mandelson and 'could do better' PM Gordon Brown hosted a low carbon summit to unveil their plans for greening the UK manufacturing sector.

Greener working is the future - RSPB Cymru's response to the consultation on a Green Jobs strategy for Wales

AndyBrace — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 16:25:00 +0000

RSPB Cymru has welcomed the Assembly Government's consultation paper on its Green Jobs strategy for Wales. The paper aims to achieve greater efficiency of the country's use of scarce global resources; carbon reduction; and reduced environmental impact.

Tearfund Carbon Fast

AndyBrace — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 16:12:00 +0000

Fast > verb: abstain from all or some kinds of food or drink, especially as a religious observance.
Carbon Fast > noun: fast and pray with Tearfund to cut your carbon use and help protect poor people from climate change.
We’re on a mission this Lent not only to add Carbon Fast to your vocabulary but to get you putting these two little words into practice as well.
Each day from Wednesday 25 February until Saturday 11 April, we have daily actions to help you reduce your carbon footprint.

Mill Hill School Win National Sustainability Award

AndyBrace — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 12:53:17 +0000

The P&P supported Environment Committee have been praised for their Sustainability Fortnights and awareness-raising around the school.

RTPI and RSPB NI call for submissions to Sustainable Planning Awards 2009

AndyBrace — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 15:45:00 +0100

Are you the proud owner of a home, workplace or other building that has considered wildlife, sustainable transport or green energy issues during its planning, development and construction? Did you consult with local communities and take into account rural and local needs during the development of your building? If so, then the RTPI (Royal Town Planning Institute)NI Branch and RSPB NI want to hear from you.