International Energy Agency accused of blocking switch to renewables
Written by News DeskThe international body that advises most major governments across the world on energy policy is obstructing a global switch to renewable power because of its ties to the oil, gas and nuclear sectors, a group of politicians and scientists claims today.
Local authorities given new powers to conserve water
Written by News DeskIs Cap and Share the smart alternative to a carbon tax?
Written by Lenny AntonelliThe Irish Times reports energy minister Eamon Ryan saying that a carbon tax is likely to be introduced this year. During last October's carbon budget, environment minister John Gormley also hinted that such a tax was likely to be introduced in 2009. Ryan said a floor price on fossil fuels was an alternative possibility.
Ukraine/Russia gas dispute highlights Irelands exposure
Written by Jeff ColleyEnergy minister Eamon Ryan is preparing to go to Brussels for an energy ministerial meeting next Monday should the Ukraine/Russian gas dispute continue. “While this is a serious situation, Ireland remains unaffected by the dispute at this time” he said. The minister said that his department, the energy regulator and Bord Gáis are closely monitoring developments as they unfold.
The new cement that absorbs carbon dioxide
Written by Lenny AntonelliDuring the manufacture of Portland cement, a raw material such as limestone is heated to extreme temperatures,
Could Ireland be hit by Russia's gas supply cuts?
Written by Lenny AntonelliWhy the government must increase energy prices to fight the recession
Written by Jeff ColleyWhilst the recent falls in oil prices may appear to be a welcome relief in difficult economic times, they may ultimately prove to do more damage than good. As falling oil prices today cause oil companies to invest less in new production to meet future demand, prices will increase once more.
10,000 UK jobs to be created by insulating homes
Written by Jeff Colley
A plan to create more than 10,000 jobs in the UK construction industry by insulating homes in the private and public sectors will be announced by Alistair Darling in today's pre-budget report, The Guardian reports.
The UK government will apparently bring forward future capital spending
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Government is urged to appoint State architect
Written by News DeskDublin Port company again seeks infill permission
Written by News DeskO'Connell Bridge 'is falling down due to global warming'
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independent expert has been called in to examine O'Connell Bridge over
fears the Dublin landmark is falling apart because of global warming.
Thirteen workers at
Roadstone in Arklow, Co Wicklow, were made redundant yesterday as the
company closed the stone crushing plant at the quarry.