Energy & Environmental Management articles from July 2001

Energy & Environmental Management archives from July 2001

Trust appoints new chief to meet the challenge of a low-carbon UK The Carbon Trust -- clear objectives.(Tom Delay)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... "We have a fantastic mandate," announced Tom Delay at a special Carbon Trust seminar at ET2001 -- his first appearance as Chief Executive of the new Carbon Trust which is charged by Tony Blair to "take the lead on low-carbon technology and...

Top rating for Energy & Environmental Management.(reader survey statistics)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
July 1, 2001... An independent readership survey has given Energy & Environmental Management magazine a ringing endorsement as one of the best read and most valued sources of information within the sector. The vast majority of readers surveyed (87.8%) felt...

Sulphur free fuel directive.(European Commission fuel regulation information)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Sulphur-free fuel should become mandatory throughout the EU from 2011, according to a European Commission draft directive, which also calls for widespread availability of sulphur-free fuels in all states by 2005. The Commission calculates the...

Electroscrap rules toughen up.(European parliament regulation information)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... The European parliament has, voted for major amendments to the proposed EU directives on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and restrictions on hazardous substances (ROHS). Adopted amendments to the WEEE and ROHS directives are...

EU on target for Kyoto.(greenhouse gas emissions statistics)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Latest European Environment Agency (EEA) figures show that between 1990 and 1999 the EU as a whole achieved a 4% reduction in combined emissions of the six greenhouse gases covered by the Kyoto climate change protocol. The USA increased...

World's largest offshore wind project.(Middelgrunden 40Mw wind farm )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Middelgrunden 40Mw wind farm in Copenhagen harbour, the world's largest offshore facility, started producing electricity in May. The 20 70m high machines with rotor diameters of 83m will supply 3% of Copenhagen's electricity. Danish wind...

Energy certificates for buildings.(European Commission regulation information)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... The European Commission has produced an initial draft directive which introduces mandatory "energy certificates" to enable potential buyers and tenants of all buildings to compare energy efficiency, show comparisons with legal standards and...

EU clear for brownfield regeneration.(European Commission )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... The European Commission has now approved all the schemes proposed by the Government to partially replace the Partnership Investment Programme. The schemes are designed to regenerate derelict, disused and vacant land. This means that...

Tees plans urban farm.(wind farm development information)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Amec Border Wind, Corus and Northern Electric are investigating a large industrial brownfield site in Redcar and Cleveland as a possible location for a wind farm. The project, TeesWind, has received initial funding from the European Union to...

Community wind energy.(European energy information)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Nationwide, communities are taking the initiative to set up wind energy schemes, frequently teaming up with the private sector. The projects are of varying scales and allow participants to demonstrate a commitment to future generations and...

New Kyoto centre.(Climate Change Projects Office)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... A Climate Change Projects Office (CCPO) has been launched to encourage investment in efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions overseas and take advantage of new opportunities and markets in low-carbon technology. With a steering committee...

Smart meters to cut bills.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... New metering technology could help cut energy bills and bring the internet to every home. Patricia Hewitt, when Minister for E-commerce, backed proposals for trialing a new generation of smart meters which will allow electricity and gas meters...

Goodbye DETR, hello DEFRA.(Department of the Environment, Transport, and the Regions)(Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... The Prime Minister announced changes to the DETR to split its duties in the new administration. Stephen Byers will now head a newly formed Department for Transport, Local Government and Regions (DTLR), while Margaret Beckett is in charge...

Carbon shop.(the United Kingdom's Emissions Trading Scheme)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... The Government has unveiled draft proposals for the Emissions Trading Scheme, due to start in April 2002. 43m [pound sterling] has been pledged in 2003-04, to be allocated through a bidding system, as a financial incentive for companies to join...

Waste increase.(England and Wales)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Municipal waste generation in England and Wales rose by 5% in the period April 1999 to March 2000 to reach a total of 29.3 million tonnes, an increase of 1 kg per week per household. The amount recovered by either recycling, composting or...

Chemicals banned.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Ninety countries signed a treaty in May banning the use of 12 toxic chemicals known as the `dirty dozen' -- these include PCBs, dioxins, DDT and pesticides connected to cancer and birth defects. It will take effect when it has been ratified by...

Tyres as fuel.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... The Environment Agency (EA) has published new guidance for consultation on burning tyres in cement kilns, called the Tyres Protocol. Burning scrap tyres, a major waste problem, results in lower emissions compared to the use of fossil fuels. The...

Generating your own electricity.(embedded generators)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Embedded generation presents enormous opportunities for householders and small businesses to generate their own electricity, make significant savings and reduce carbon emissions substantially. The Embedded Generation Working Group recently...

50m [pounds sterling] for community energy.(Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott's initiative)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott has announced 50 million [pounds sterling] for community heating and Combined Heat and Power (CHP). The new initiative, Community Energy, will help 100,000 people on low incomes heat their homes, benefit...

Quality of life -- new local scheme.(Prime Minister Tony Blair's Business Improvement Districts scheme)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... A new scheme of Business Improvement Districts (BID) to help councils and local businesses to improve their local area has been announced by Prime Minister Tony Blair. He said the BIDs would "be similar to the successful US examples where...

Innovative bio-oil.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Project partners, Border Biofuels Ltd, DynaMotive Europe Ltd, Bruks-Glockner and Orenda Aerospace Corporation have received one of largest ever Government grants for a renewable energy project -- 1.16m [pounds sterling] towards the cost of a...

Insurance giant's green progress.(Co-operative Insurance Society)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... The Co-operative Insurance Society's second Social Accountability Report claims that over the past year it has met all of the 42 environmental targets that it set itself, including reducing its energy consumption. CIS is also working with the...

Reducing emissions.(Integration of New and Renewable Energy in Buildings)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Office buildings could soon take a breath of fresh air following the launch of a new industry research partnership to promote green technologies by the then Trade and Industry Secretary Stephen Byers. INREB (Integration of New and Renewable...

Micro CHP winners.(brief company award information)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Among the winners of awards granted at the London Hilton Hotel by the Society of British Gas Industry was Advantica Technologies Ltd for Minigen, an ultra low emission and cost effective micro turbine based CHP package for small and medium...

Money message.(West Midlands, England's energy message to small businesses)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... How do you get the energy efficiency message across to small businesses? The West Midlands Government Office has found a winner -- by targeting accountants. Forty-four practices were invited to a breakfast briefing on the Climate Change...

Energy efficiency -- the strategy.(training program information)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... New study into training is first key step The Institute of Energy has been commissioned by the Energy Efficiency Best Practice Programme (EEBPP) to undertake a UK-wide study of energy efficiency education and training. In order to meet...

Funding for future vehicles.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... DEFRA Minister Lord Whitty has announced new 2.25m [pounds sterling] funding for the collaborative `Foresight Vehicle Mobility' to develop innovative technology for road transport. "We are currently sponsoring projects to look at exhaust...

Students see the benefits of green energy.(renewable energy uses)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... There are enormous environmental benefits to be made from investing in renewable energy, but for schools, there is also great scope for using renewable energy schemes as an exciting classroom resource. Moreover, children can often be the...

Bright schools save energy.(energy management information)
July 1, 2001... Every year, UK schools could be 52 million [pounds sterling] better off if they used energy more wisely! They could also produce 8 million tonnes less carbon dioxide, one of the major greenhouse gases. With the introduction of the UK...

Cooking with efficient energy.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Do you use an oven or stove for curing or heating products? Chances are you could make the process more efficient and save money. Philip Wright, Engineering Sector Manager of the EEBPP, shows you how with two new guides... Many paint...

Pumping up the profits.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Installing variable speed drives (VSDs) and correctly-sized submersible pumps to regulate the flow of water can reap major energy savings and reduce maintenance costs. Kevin Stacey, Minerals Sector Manager of the EEBPP, explains. As part...

Electricity's balancing act -- with NETA.(New Electricity Trading Arrangements)
July 1, 2001... The New Electricity Trading Arrangements (NETA) came into effect on 27 March, replacing the existing Pool system. Its operation and impacts are examined... Under NETA, those wishing to buy and sell electricity can enter into any freely...

Changing your business climate.(Institute of Directors' annual convention)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Delegates to the Institute of Directors' annual convention were urged to put energy efficiency firmly on the boardroom agenda. "Changing your business climate", a briefing, hosted by the Government-backed Carbon Trust, highlighted the...

Waste minimisation -- it's child's play.(Envirowise)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Living in an age of information technology, even our youngest children are accustomed to using computers and CD-ROMs to access information and solve problems. It should therefore come as no surprise that Envirowise, the leading authority on...

ENVEC 2001.(energy and environmental management conference and exhibition)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... ENVEC 2001, the main energy and environmental management conference and exhibition in the South West, is to be held on 10 October in Weston-super-Mare. Companies wishing to exhibit should contact the Clifford Talbot Partnership, tel: 01454...

Eco-know-how.(University of Wales, Aberystwyth)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... A weekend summer school on renewable energy technology is being held by the University of Wales, Aberystwyth on July 27-30. Further information: Green Dragon Energy, tel: 01974 821 564, email: dragonrg@talk21.com.

Attitudes 2000.(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
July 1, 2001... More than 80% of UK companies see benefits in improved environmental efficiency, yet confusion about what represents best practice is preventing them making further savings, according to a report published by Envirowise. The "Attitudes...

Calculating footprints.(Best Foot Forward)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... In collaboration with New Scientist and The Earth Centre (UK), Best Foot Forward has launched a new online footprint calculator which uses lifestyle profiles to estimate individual impacts on the planet. Quick and easy to use, it has already...

School funding.(alternative energy funding, United Kingdom)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... An ETSU factsheet, Guide to Funding Sources for Renewable Energy in Schools and Colleges (ETSU K/BD/00224/FS) is available from the DTI's Sustainable Energy Programme Enquiries Bureau, tel: 01235 432 450, email: NRE-enquiry@aeatco.uk.

Fieldbus Centre.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... A new Fieldbus Technology Development Centre has opened at the Department of Engineering at the University of Wales, Newport, sponsored by the DTI. A series of short courses are planned. Further information: Rob Dorr, tel. 01633 432420, email:...

Government office environmental and energy management contacts.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... There are 12 environmental and energy management contacts in government offices who can give advice on: * the opportunites for improved energy efficiency and environmental management in your organisation; * the technologies and...

Quality Assurance benefits.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Combined Heat and Power is a highly efficient form of energy supply, providing one of the most cost-effective means of reducing [CO.sub.2] emissions. As part of the Climate Change Programme, the Government is stimulating its development and...

Change is as good as arrest.(Climate Change Agreements)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Levy Agreements -- a boost for CHP? Thirty eight energy intensive business sectors have now signed up to formal targets for cutting carbon emissions and tackling climate change. The conclusion of 42 separate Climate Change Agreements...

Community heating ... a whole life issue.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Professor Gerald Atkins OBE examines the environmental benefits of Community Heating with CHP and recent Government initiatives to encourage its uptake. Government is firmly committed to the principle of sustainable development as a whole....

New power station consents guidelines set to encourage CHP development.(Combined Heat and Power, United Kingdom)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... CHP, by recovering heat from the generation of electricity, has inherently high efficiency. It thus reduces primary energy use, cuts energy bills and reduces emissions. The Government has now signalled a clear preference for CHP over...

Micro CHP: beginning to hit home.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... The vast majority of installed CHP capacity is in schemes of over 10 MWe on industrial sites. Soon, however, there could be a revolution in embedded generation with schemes of less than IkWe installed in homes. Such systems will: *...

Would you stay on standby?(emergency power supply evaluations, United Kingdom)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Loss of power, heat and light, production processes stopped, machinery downtime, inventory ruined, staff idle, safety systems compromised, critical IT system crashes, environmental damage, direct and indirect financial losses, failed...

Embedded impacts on new generation.(Combined Heat and Power planning exporting electricity via distribution network)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Successful attainment of the Government's target of at least 10MWe of installed Good Quality CHP capacity will depend to a significant extent on the opportunities for CHP schemes to export electricity via the distribution network. Such schemes...

Pioneering practice.(embedded generators, Combined Heating and Power, Woking Borough, United Kingdom)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Woking Borough Council's pioneering CHP-based sustainable community energy system provides heating, cooling and private wire electricity. Energy Services Manager Allan Jones MBE assesses the benefits. Woking town centre now has its very...

Greenwich cornerstone.(Greenwich Millenium Village Ltd., Combined Heat and Power construction)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Richard Hodkinson, innovation consultant to the Greenwich Millennium Village, explains how CHP became the cornerstone of the energy efficiency strategy in the project Greenwich Millennium Village is a o300M development with housing and...

Chilling efficiency.(Utilicom, Combined Heat and Power, Southampton, United Kingdom)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Southampton's District Heating scheme is an operating and commercial success. Mike Smith, Executive Director, Southampton City Council, and Simon Woodward, Chief Executive, Utilicom, take a closer look at what is also the UK's largest chilling...

Club together.(CHP Club, United Kingdom)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
July 1, 2001... It has been a year since Michael Meacher launched the CHP Club. In that time over 2,000 people have registered with us -- over 1,550 are making use of the service available to browser members and over 450 are participating as full members. This...