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Turbine grid idea studied

12 September 2008

The EU is studying plans for a transnational power grid in the North Sea that could provide electricity from renewable sources for 70 million homes.

Mayor agrees adviser role

12 September 2008

London mayor Boris Johnson has appointed Isabel Dedring to oversee environment issues in the capital.

Cumbria wind farm schemes approved

12 September 2008

Energy secretary John Hutton has given the go-ahead to one of the UK's largest offshore wind farms.

Power project consents ensure Scottish renewables objective

12 September 2008

Scotland is set to surpass its renewable energy target for 2011, energy minister Jim Mather has revealed.

Fyson on ... external intervention in Stonehenge site conservation

By Anthony Fyson

12 September 2008

External intervention in Stonehenge site conservation that detracts from public consultation.

Airport noise action slated

12 September 2008

The government is ducking its responsibility to limit aircraft noise by calling for airport operators to devise noise reduction plans, campaigners insisted this week.

Parking plan challenged

12 September 2008

London mayor Boris Johnson's anti-congestion measures will be wrecked by approval of large schemes, the Campaign for Better Transport has warned.

Greens slate stadium plan

12 September 2008

The Green Party has urged London mayor Boris Johnson not to demolish the 2012 Olympic arena to accommodate a football club stadium.

Pembrokeshire County Council rejects plans

12 September 2008

Pembrokeshire County Council has rejected plans for an eco-village near the village of Glandwr because of the impact on the area.

Green advice spells out eco-town rules

12 September 2008

Exclusive - Eco-towns must be planned around open spaces and not retrofitted with green infrastructure after construction, according to government guidance seen by Planning.