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Davey determined to carry on green agenda
New energy secretary Ed Davey said he is “determined” to carry on green agenda following Chris Huhne’s resignation.
Conservative MPs rebel over onshore wind farm subsidies
Over 100 Conservative MPs have written to prime minister David Cameron urging the government to reduce onshore wind farm subsidies in a letter published in the Sunday Telegraph yesterday.
Huhne resigns as energy secretary
Energy secretary Chris Huhne has resigned this morning after the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) decided to bring criminal charges against him for perverting the course of justice over speeding offences.
Overhead pylons still the cheapest
A cost study on installing new high-voltage transmission lines by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) has showed they are still five times cheaper than burying the cables underground.
Energy infrastructure at 'significant' risk of flooding
Energy infrastructure is under significant threat from flooding, partly induced by climate change, and a National Adaptation Programme (NAP) is vital to overcoming its vulnerability, the government said yesterday.
Road to Copenhagen
Spending: Keeping it green
Cutting back on sustainability spending is a tempting way to deal with the recession. In fact, maintaining an environmental focus might just be the best way to survive it. Jo Stimpson looks at consumer attitudes to find out why.
Carbon emissions: Working from the top down
Engineers can solve the challenges of reducing carbon emissions, says Royal Academy of Engineering president Lord Browne, but they will need far-sighted political leadership and better international frameworks to underpin their efforts.
Low carbon: Building a better future
How we cost buildings is set to change if carbon becomes a commercial commodity. Sean Lockie explains that engineers will have to understand how a low carbon economy of the future may change a building’s design now.
Cutting out the carbon
The Climate Change Act came into force in the UK last November. It provides a legal framework for reducing emissions to prevent the recession and a wealth of technological challenges getting in the way. The forthcoming Gibson Review will ensure engineers have a role in its success, reports Jo Stimpson
Low carbon: There’s no commitment issue here
As we head towards Copenhagen’s United Nations Climate Change Conference in December, NCE has teamed up with the Construction Industry Council for a regular series to help the profession engage with this important milestone.
NCE Exclusive
Businesses urged to adopt risk based approach to dealing with climate change
Owners and operators of infrastructure are being urged to adopt a risk-based approach to climate change adaptation in response to a new government report.
Sustainability case study
Case study: low carbon building refurbishment makes business sense today
In moving to a low carbon economy the role of buildings is absolutely crucial, says the Carbon Trust
TCKTCKTCK
NCE is supporting TckTckTck, a global alliance of civil society organisations, trade unions, faith groups and individuals all calling for an fair, ambitious, and binding climate change agreement.
This site is the hub for mobilizing civil society support for an historic agreement on climate change in Copenhagen in December 2009. It is building the world's biggest mandate for change, to show leaders that people are ready for bold climate action.
CEEQUAL Annual
CEEQUAL: green gets seen
Ten years after it was first proposed, the CEEQUAL scheme for assessing and rating the environmental quality of civil engineering projects is becoming mainstream, reports Adrian Greeman.
Market report: Sustainable development
MWH director of business strategy David Smith explains now is the time to commit to sustainable development, before it is too late.
Expert Opinion
Viewpoint: How can London drive sustainable investment in infrastructure?
Arguments may still rage over the extent of mankind’s contribution to climate change, but in 2011 progressive businesses everywhere recognise that sustainability makes good business sense.
Viewpoint: Copenhagen: climax or catalyst?
Forum For the Future founder director Sara Parkin asks: What will be the Copenhagen outcome?
Viewpoint: At the heart of carbon
As civil engineers we have a reponsibility to be at the heart of policy making, says Construction Industry Council chief executive Graham Watts
