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UN: ‘Climate change could cause severe economic downturn’
Despite signs the global economy is improving, much more needs to be done to avert a major economic downturn linked to unchecked climate change. That’s according to the UN’s Department of Economic and Social Affairs, which suggests 2017 saw a 1.4% increase in energy-related carbon dioxide emissions due to a combination of accelerated economic growth, […]
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Final turbine installed at Aberdeen Bay wind farm
The final turbine for the European Offshore Wind Deployment Centre (EOWDC) has been installed in Scotland. The milestone, achieved on Saturday, comes nine weeks after the first foundation for the 11-turbine project off Aberdeen Bay was deployed. The project, which had faced legal challenges from Donald Trump, features nine 8.4MW turbines along with two 8.8MW […]
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Latest Jobs – Project Engineer (Lifting) – Energy Jobline
This role will be a dual role with the right candidate managing lifts across the project as well as managing a portfolio of trade projects. JOB TITLE: Project Engineer – Lifting Experience LOCATION: Sellafield SALARY/RATE AND BENEFITS: £30 – £34 PER HOUR LTD YOU MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING: – Current Nuclear Security Clearance – Appointed […]
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New online shopping hub for ‘best-in-class’ climate tech
A new online shopping-style platform that lists the “best-in-class” climate technologies has been launched. The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development’s (EBRD) ‘Technology Catalogue’ lists country-specific directories of vendors that offer the high-performing technologies to homeowners and businesses. The online platform also identifies the technologies that are eligible for climate finance under EBRD’s Green Economy […]
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Latest Jobs – Sales and Marketing Director – Utility People
Job Title: Sales and Marketing Director (Contract) Salary: £80,000 – £100,000 Location: Manchester with travel to Ireland Summary – Do you have at least 10 years’ experience in B2C sales/marketing? Do you have a track record in delivering successful results utilising digital channels? We are looking for a Sales and Marketing Director for a well-established […]
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Finland and China collaborate on clean energy test platforms
Finland and China have announced they are collaborating to build open international test platforms to develop flexible and clean energy systems. They have invited international companies and research institutes to facilities in Finland’s Åland Islands and the Zhangjiakou Demonstration Zone in China. The Åland Islands is planned to be a demonstration platform for a flexible […]
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ERDA recommends KiWi Power for Demand Response
This is a promoted article. Article source: http://www.energylivenews.com/2018/05/25/erda-recommends-kiwi-power-for-demand-response/
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New £540k Scottish hub to manage 5GW global renewable assets
A £540,000 Scottish facility that will manage renewable energy projects has officially been opened by Energy Minister Paul Wheelhouse. Natural Power’s ControlCentre in Dumfries and Galloway will oversee more than 175 renewable assets with a total capacity of 5GW, located across the UK, Ireland, France and the US. It includes onshore and offshore wind, biomass, […]
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MPs launch inquiry into nuclear waste disposal
The Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) Committee has launched an inquiry into nuclear waste disposal in the UK. MPs will examine the draft National Policy Statement for Geological Disposal Infrastructure’s objective and scope of the guidance for those considering applications and the framework for granting development consents. They will also consider how it fits […]
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London launches £1m fund to help schools put air pollution in detention
The mayor of London has announced a £1 million fund to help 50 schools in London’s most polluted areas reduce the affects of air pollution. Under measures introduced by Sadiq Khan, air quality audits have been carried out at schools across 23 boroughs, resulting in a range of bespoke recommendations being drawn up to protect […]
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