Efficiency

Network operator O2 will pilot the charger-free scheme in the UK for the soon-to-be-released smartphone

German airline signs deal with Australian company to build industrial-scale plant in an unnamed country

World's largest private equity house expects to complete the deal by the end of the year

Companies looking to balance rising prices of electricity and real estate with increasing demand for more storage

Company says replacing nickel-metal-hydride batteries with lithium-ion alternatives will cut costs 30 per cent and boost fuel efficiency

Researchers at Vanderbilt University say photosynthetic protein in the vegetable could increase the efficiency of solar panels

Global energy and sustainability consultancy reveals plans to develop new energy efficiency and smart grid services

New targets for utilities and public sector buildings herald continent-wide drive to improve energy efficiency

Retail giant expects to cut energy consumption by up to 30 per cent and may roll out technology to its 2,700 stores

WHEB Partners leads financing deal for Stockport-based building management technology specialist