Marks & Spencer Go Green
Marks & Spencer took a big step into environmental awareness with its decision to use wind turbines to supply power to stores. A press release from Marks & Spencers described the future power system for two its stores; a couple of wind turbines, 240ft in size with power generating capacity
by Justin Becks July 31st, 2008
EDF May Be Willing to Part with Atomic Sites for British Energy
EDF, global market leader in atomic power plants, may be willing to put up its U.K. nuclear zones to boost its chances of acquiring British Energy. This information was released to the media by two unnamed sources who were privy ...
by Jenson Brayshaw July 31st, 2008
Bellamy Denounces Wind Farm Projects in Scotland
The government in Scotland has attracted severe criticism from journalist and green activist David Bellamy for the approval given to South Lanarkshire's giant sized wind farm project. Accusing the government of irreparably damaging Scotland's green lands, Bellamy has been joined ...
by Tessa Clarke July 31st, 2008
LGA and Ofgem suggest solution to save UK households
With the cost of heating and lighting a normal UK home set to cross £1,000 per year mark, it is certain that all households are bound to face a serious fuel crisis. The problem is believed to affect as many as 6 million households. On the other hand, the utility
by Jason Drew July 30th, 2008
Incinerators Stir up a Battle Between UK Govt. and Green Groups
The government, after carefully plotting a network of incinerator plants as part of its efforts to boost renewable energy is finding itself under vigorous attack from environmentalist organisations. Eco2 managing director David Williams and also a senior member of the Renewable Advisory Board has expressed regret over constant and wasteful
by Jason Drew July 29th, 2008
EDF’s Possible Acquisition of British Energy Concerns MPs
EDF may eventually control UK electricity market if allowed to acquire British Energy. This was cautioned by MPs, stating that healthy competition is essential for a stable and fair market. The Commons Business Select Committee released a document that could ...
by Justin Becks July 29th, 2008
Possible Sanction for Nuclear Power Plants in Protected Areas
The government may decide to sanction setting up advanced nuclear power stations in areas that are protected as environmental zones or hot listed for potential floods. The reason for this move is the speed with which the UK prime minister wants to see the installation of eight new
by Jason Drew July 28th, 2008
Energy Depleted World Eyes the Arctic with Urgency
The Arctic seabed looked set to become a fertile area of conflict when the Russians staked their claim, four kilometres below the North Pole. However, expectations of rich sources of gas and oil seem to be dim, given findings to ...
by Samantha Donovan July 28th, 2008
UK faces allegations from Greenpeace
Greenpeace has issued a press statement alleging that the UK government is not committed to building a base for renewable energy across Europe and especially, UK. Greenpeace claims that it is privy to papers drawn up during meetings in Brussels ...
by Emma Young July 28th, 2008
Shareholders to benefit from British Energy sale
Shareholders of British nuclear power group, British Energy, will be offered shares of British Energy's future profits. The move is a clear indication that the company is trying to avoid any roadblocks over its takeover by the French company Electricité ...
by Jason Drew July 27th, 2008
Profits of British Energy rise to £377m
British Energy, Britain's largest power producer stated on Saturday, July 26 that its profits have risen to 377 million pounds during the last nine months. The company made 242 million pounds between the third quarter of last year up to ...
by Emma Young July 27th, 2008
