02|11|2007: Sarkozy champions greener energy policies for France |
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| France’s new president went further on energy than most NGOs had hoped for. He called for a freeze on nuclear reactor construction, a reduction in the use of nuclear power, a 20% increase in renewable energies by 2020, energy independence for the island of Corsica and France’s overseas territories, ... |
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06|09|2007: The Code For Sustainable Homes |
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| The official standard for measuring the envionmental impact of a new home has just changed -- and it's a big factor in satisfying consumer demand for sustainable homes, say building chiefs.
The Code For Sustainable Homes, being introduced this year, phases out the former "Ecohomes" standard. ... |
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26|07|2007: Europe encouraged to save water |
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| On 18th July the European Commission published a communication aimed at encouraging water savings and the rational use of this resource. |
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30|01|2007: Compulsory water metering proposed |
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| Water companies will be able force people in areas of acute water shortage to install meters, according to a draft Government proposal.
It will reinforce other long-term management plans that include more efficient water use and the development of new resources.
Environment minister Ian Pearson sa... |
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20|11|2006: Water firms may win new powers to force meters on millions |
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| MILLIONS of families face the prospect of higher bills under controversial plans to make it easier for water companies to force meters on their customers.
Ministers will today launch a consultation on extending metering, following the drought that affected much of southern England this summer.
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21|07|2006: As another heat wave strikes, Ken Livingstone launches a major report on coping with climate risks |
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| Ken Livingstone, Mayor of London, and Jane Milne from the Association of British Insurers, a member of the London Climate Change Partnership, today launched a report that examines how other world cities are adapting to climate change and makes recommendations for action London can take. |
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02|06|2006: Drought could make meters compulsory |
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| Households in south-east England could be forced to fit water meters to help to curb demand in drought-hit areas, ministers and the water industry confirmed. After hosting a summit yesterday with the water companies, consumer groups and regulatory bodies, David Miliband, the environment secretary, s... |
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