European Commission
Automotive
European Commission proposes mandating deployment of charge points in member states in push to boost low-carbon vehicles
24 January 2013
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Biofuel
Greenpeace-backed report argues EU can meet green transport targets without relying on controversial land-based biofuels
17 January 2013
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Energy
Survey of 25,000 Europeans reveals significant concern over air quality and solid support for renewable energy investment
15 January 2013
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Legislation
"Worrying low" recognition especially among small firms of how rules impact some common substances, poll finds
14 January 2013
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Solar
Over 70 companies sign letter to EU Energy Commissioner Günther Oettinger claiming retroactive cuts are damaging investor confidence
18 December 2012
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Legislation
Rules to limit soot from power plants and diesel engines set to save 40,000 premature deaths and cut healthcare bills by $4bn
17 December 2012
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CCS
Industry disappointed as Ed Davey confirms UK has missed out on €600m NER300 pot, but says they remain eligible for second round
03 December 2012
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Wind
SSE, Dong Energy and Acciona among those calling on European energy ministers to deliver post-2020 renewables strategy
03 December 2012
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Taxation
Major strategy document proposes increased investment in clean technology, improved environmental protection enforcement and moves to promote green taxes
30 November 2012
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Taxation
Brussels mulling court action over reduced VAT rate for energy efficient products
26 November 2012
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