We have had enforcement issues with the tests of diesel vehicles. Now Sandra Laville writes in The Guardian about accusations of possible cheating in shipping. UN shipping agency accused of secrecy over maritime pollution The UN agency responsible for cutting shipping emissions to combat climate change has been accused of operating like a secretive … Continue reading Investigative journalism shows that the International Maritime Organization is allowing “emissions cheating” to dodge emissions enforcement
New study on improving the health, well-being and productivity of European citizens through people-centric renovations for offices, schools and hospitals
Investing in the renovation of offices, schools and hospitals would greatly improve the health, well-being and productivity of European citizens, according to a new study launched today by Buildings 2030 and conducted by the Buildings Performance Institute Europe (BPIE). Three building types - hospitals, schools and offices – account for nearly half of the total … Continue reading New study on improving the health, well-being and productivity of European citizens through people-centric renovations for offices, schools and hospitals
Energy efficiency improvements are key to improving the competitiveness of the global sugar market
Rest assured that EiD is not taking any position whether you should reduce your sugar intake. What is important, however, is that the industry be as energy efficient as possible and this goes for all industry. Robert Glass writes on the Food Processing website about some of the improvements that can be made. Sweetening the … Continue reading Energy efficiency improvements are key to improving the competitiveness of the global sugar market
Ukraine needs to increase priority for energy efficiency
An article by magictr on The Koz Times website explains many of the concerns about increasing energy efficiency in Ukraine. Energy efficiency in Ukraine: why are we “behind” and what are the prospects The issue of energy efficiency and energy saving in Ukraine is first and foremost the question of energy independence and security … Continue reading Ukraine needs to increase priority for energy efficiency
Electric co-ops in the USA offering low-interest loans to members so they can afford energy-efficiency improvements
The US has a large number of electric co-ops and it is encouraging to see that they are offering low-interest loans to its members. Miles Hadfield explains on the Co-operative News website. US electric co-ops use low-interest loans to power efficiency savings Electric co-ops in the USA are offering low-interest loans to members, which … Continue reading Electric co-ops in the USA offering low-interest loans to members so they can afford energy-efficiency improvements
Fish waste finds new usage: powering ships
Innovation in our energy transition brings up all possibilities. Actually, using waste fish makes sense since it can be used to produce biogas. Fiona Harvey writes in the Guardian about a Norwegian company that plans to fuel liners with biogas made from leftovers of fish processing Dead fish to power cruise ships Waste fish parts … Continue reading Fish waste finds new usage: powering ships
Blog from Graham Armstrong: Energy efficiency and “rebound” effects
Graham Armstrong, an energy and environmental consultant and policy advisor in Canada and Australia as well as a longtime friend of EiD, has written a good article on energy efficiency, in reaction to an article in The Economist in late October. What are your views? Energy efficiency and “rebound” effects In The Economist, 25 … Continue reading Blog from Graham Armstrong: Energy efficiency and “rebound” effects
EEA report confirms: electric cars are better for climate and air quality
Battery electric cars emit less greenhouse gases and air pollutants over their entire life cycle than petrol and diesel cars, according to a European Environment Agency (EEA) report, published recently. Promoting renewable energy and circular economy — including the shared use of vehicles and product design that supports reuse and recycling — will help maximise … Continue reading EEA report confirms: electric cars are better for climate and air quality
Cultural organisations in unique position to engage audiences in climate change
Everyone is responsible for creating a more environmentally sustainable world and the arts and cultural sector is no exception. Nicholas Serota, chair of Arts Council England provides a convincing argument in an article in The Guardian. The arts have a leading role to play in tackling climate change If we are to avoid irreversible global … Continue reading Cultural organisations in unique position to engage audiences in climate change
New survey shows businesses planning to increase spending on improving energy efficiency
Jonny Bairstow writes on the Energy Live News website about a recent survey from Johnson Controls saying businesses want to reduce their carbon footprint, save money, boost energy security and enhance their reputation ‘Majority of global firms to step up efficiency spending’ More than half of global organisations are planning to increase their energy … Continue reading New survey shows businesses planning to increase spending on improving energy efficiency
