Energy
Photo of the week #5
This week’s Rio Conventions Calendar photo features renewable energy in China.
IEA to turn attention on Iraq energy sector
Energy task force to explore impact of world’s largest additional oil supply between now and 2035.
Blog: How two hours in a freezing tent at Occupy LSX gave me hope
Spending a chilly afternoon in a tent, at Occupy LSX full to the brim with people discussing and debating the environment, it is hard not to feel a little inspired.
Latest figures show UK greenhouse gas emissions rise by 3.1%
Extreme winter weather drives increase in residential energy consumption.
2011: EU installs record high of renewable power
New report from the European Wind Energy Association found that renewable power installation account for 71.3% of new energy capacity in 2011.
New report says biofuels will add £100bn to fuel bills
Research follows EU climate commissioner’s call for caution on future of biofuel.
What can the oceans do for us?
Oceans are not simply a source of food and sanctuary for ecosystems. They could also provide us with vast quantities of energy.
Five things we learned about climate change this week
President Obama, Ban Ki-moon and NASA all had something to say in a hectic week of climate change news. RTCC runs through five ideas to takeaway from the week.
“Water is much more important than oil”
As the doors close on this year’s World Future Energy Summit, we look back on the four days in the words of those who attended.
Scientists make underwater biofuel breakthrough
New discovery means ethanol can be produced from seaweed, sparing food crops.
BP: Renewables growing but fossil fuels to dominate until 2030
Renewables and nuclear to grow faster than any single fossil fuel but gas will take leading role.
WWF: Offshore wind is crucial part of the solution
Nick Molho, Head of Energy Policy at WWF-UK explains why a balanced energy future needs offshore wind.
Clean energy investment soars but government support slides away
$260 billion spent on clean energy in 2010 but renewables policy support is flagging.
Greenhouse gases to rise in wake of nuclear phase out, says IEA economist
IEA Chief Economist, Fatih Birol has warned the world to expect a rise in greenhouse gas emissions as countries turn their backs on nuclear.
Ban Ki-moon: Sustainable energy for all is achievable
UN Secretary-General says energy choices key to security, development and environmental challenges.
Comment: Why wind is not the answer
Jean-Pierre Huguet of the European Platform Against Wind tells us why wind is not the future for energy security in Europe.
Blue Monday? Here are five reasons to feel positive
Today is officially the most depressing day of the year, but RTCC brings you five reasons to feel positive about climate change and sustainability.
Maria McCaffery: 2012 the year for wind to fly
All the pieces are in place for wind power to establish itself as the key technology for clean energy writes Maria McCaffery, Chief Executive of RenewableUK.
US Navy tests genetically modified algal fuel
Navy and shipping firm Maersk collaborate on largest ever biofuel shipping trials
Food waste could provide London with new gas supply
North London outfit Creative Health Lab aim to use their Anaerobic Digestion technology to provide gas and fertiliser for local community.