Tag Archives: Europe
Can we now agree on climate change?
Probably not… The good news is that the UK’s new environmental Secretary has finally said that he’s not a climate change sceptic, after days of speculation. However, he is worried that many of the things designed to alleviate the problem, … Continue reading
The (potential) downside of smart meters
In the world of biofuels, we’re always being reminded of the rule of unintended consequences. That is that in trying to make something better, you inadvertently make something else worse. Well, now the humble Smart Meter has fallen into the … Continue reading
2+2=5: ActionAid maths at work
You probably saw a report and press release by ActionAid the other week, trotting out the familiar NGO message that biofuels cause hunger in the developing world by pushing up food prices. According to the charity, its report, Biofuelling the … Continue reading
UK energy is policy in chaos
This week the Government is expected to publish its new Energy Bill, which will pave the way for the much heralded (and derided) Energy Market Reform. However, it appears that UK energy policy is currently in its least consistent and … Continue reading
Scottish renewable argument doesn’t address independence
Recent comments by Scottish Energy Minister Fergus Ewing that the UK needs Scottish renewable energy in order to meet its climate and renewable energy targets may be true, but fail to address how they would contribute if Scotland became independent. … Continue reading
