R&D

New research shows majority of local authorities are starting to embrace smart technologies but their efforts could be derailed by lack of funds

Demand Logic and SEaB Energy win £100,000 as part of the latest phase of the Cognicity smart cities challenge

New technology roadmap identifies energy storage and solar among raft of green technologies needed for next wave of space travel

Investment of $51bn a year needed to put world back on track to limit global warming to 2C, International Energy Agency says

Bank's Innovation Gateway initiative has opened the door for a raft of new clean technologies

James Smith of the Carbon Trust argues there is a future for oil and gas firms, but only if they embrace low carbon technology

Critics call for BP to provide immediate access to Warwick University archive containing billions of pounds worth of scientific research by the oil group from the 80s and 90s

Richard Warren of the EEF hails the publication of DECC's new industry roadmaps, but warns new policies will be needed to ensure potential emissions reductions are realised

UK company announces it is teaming up with universities as part of £3m research programme

Poll reveals two thirds of people want renewable energy to be the primary focus for new technology development