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New Tidal Power Projects

08 Apr 2008

The Renewable Energy Centre supports go ahead for new Tidal Projects

This week the world’s first large scale, commercial tidal stream energy generator; SeaGen was installed at Strangford Loch in Northern Ireland. Furthermore Secretary of State, John Hutton approved planning permission for a prototype Pulse Generator in the Humber Estuary. ....

EU Targets

01 Apr 2008

“It’s time to get serious about UK energy targets” says The Renewable Energy Centre

The Renewable Energy Centre today released a statement in response to reports by the Guardian newspaper that the government is looking for ways to meet its energy targets through investment in renewable projects outside of the UK. ....

Nuclear Power

26 Mar 2008

The Renewable Energy Centre comments on Hutton’s ongoing push for Nuclear Energy

John Hutton is today going to call for the expansion of the UK’s nuclear industry. The speech will precede an agreement due to be signed tomorrow by Gordon Brown and the French President, Nicolas Sarkozy which will promote French reactor technology in the new power stations planned for the UK.....

Hutton Statement on Fossil Fuels

13 Mar 2008

Is John Hutton right or wrong asks The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk?

A speech which was delivered by John Hutton, Business Secretary in London this week has caused a great deal of concern amongst opposition party leaders and green campaigners. ....

Peak Oil

07 Mar 2008

When will Peak Oil Strike? The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk comments on the debate

Peak Oil has been the subject of debate for many years and has largely been ignored by industry optimists but has continually worried many industry experts. The big question has it seems, finally been answered with new projections placing the point of peak oil occurring within the next 10 years. ....

Heathrow Controversy

26 Feb 2008

“Its all about Heathrow!” says The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk

The Renewable Energy Centre released a statement today which highlighted that the publicity surrounding aviation and climate change was becoming more and more prevalent. In the space of twenty four hours, Richard Branson flew the first Boeing flight from Heathrow to Amsterdam which was powered partly by biofuel and protesters gained access to a stationery plane to protest against the proposed new runway at Heathrow. ....

Wind Power 2020 Targets

19 Feb 2008

The Renewable Energy Centre advocates Investment in the UK’s Wind Farm Industry

Following the announcement by the EU commission that the UK must supply 15% of its energy from renewable sources by 2020, The Renewable Energy Centre urged the government to take immediate and practical steps to achieve this.....

Home Insulation

12 Feb 2008

The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk calls for a UK task force to implement Home Insulation Solutions

Following the release last week of the “Heat Call for Evidence” document issued by the Office of Climate Change (OCC), The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk issued a statement calling for the government to take a proactive stance to reduce heating demands throughout the UK. ....

Energy Saving a Low Priority

31 Jan 2008

The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk says it is no surprise Energy Saving is a low priority for House Buyers in the UK

The Renewable Energy Centre stated today that despite all the warnings and publicity surrounding climate change the UK population is still far behind Europe when it comes to energy saving in the home. A survey released last week revealed shocking statistics that environmentally friendly features came seventh in the overall list of priorities for people looking to build a property.....

Hutton's Nuclear Statement

21 Jan 2008

The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk responds to Hutton’s Nuclear Statement

Following John Hutton’s nuclear statement last week to the House of Commons, The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk released a statement responding to points raised in the report.....

Renewable Solutions

18 Dec 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre praises latest UK Planning Approvals for Renewable Energy Solutions

The Renewable Energy Centre today announced its support for the recent planning approvals which have been given for a 23 turbine wind farm in Sutherland and a biodiesel refinery in Port Talbot, Wales. The planning agreements have been long awaited but welcomed as a positive step towards reaching the renewable energy targets of 2016.....

Fighting Climate Change

12 Dec 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre supports United Nations report which urges western countries to take action against climate change

The Renewable Energy Centre today announced its support of the report “Fighting Climate Change – human solidarity in a divided world” issued by the United Nations at the end of November. It particularly targeted western countries to take urgent action against climate change. ....

Ground Source and Solar Heating

12 Dec 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk recommends Ground Source Heating & Solar Water Heating

With climate change in the news nearly every day, more and more home owners are looking to renewable sources of energy to heat their homes. Typically in the past consumers have avoided renewable technologies because of the cost but today energy saving solutions are much cheaper and many have subsidies and grants to encourage people to invest. Two such renewable technologies are solar heating and ground source heating. ....

Wave and Tidal Industry

21 Nov 2007

UK Wave and Tidal Industry: firmly anchored or drifting out to sea?

So often today the UK media is driven by a new headline about climate change, its effects and how the government and public can combat rising carbon emissions. Climate change is now a fact and sits at the top of many government agendas throughout the world. The UK is no different but critically, the government may be overlooking the answer to the question of how to reduce the country’s carbon emissions.....

Tidal Power Station

31 Oct 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre supports Underwater Tidal Power Station off the coast of Wales

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Renewable Energy Targets

24 Oct 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk urges Gordon Brown not to renege on 2020 Renewable Energy Targets

The Guardian yesterday reported that a leaked government document contained recommendations to negotiate a reduction in the 2020 European Union target that 20% of all UK energy must come from renewable sources. ....

Northwest Passage

15 Oct 2007

The opening of the Northwest Passage causes concern for The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk

Throughout September it has been widely reported that global warming is to blame for a record reduction in sea ice which covers the famous Northwest Passage, providing a shipping link between the Pacific and Atlantic. The Renewable Energy Centre also today voiced its concerns about the consequences of this region being free from ice. ....

World Future Energy Summit 2008

28 Sep 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre Partners with the World Future Energy Summit 2008

In its continued fight against climate change, The Renewable Energy Centre announced today its support for The World Energy Summit 2008, an exhibition aimed at showcasing the latest innovations in technology, opportunities in the industry, as well as new ideas from leading companies and experts in the field.....

Severn Barrage

26 Sep 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre says Severn Barrage is a double edged sword

A ripple of concern swept through the renewable energy industry yesterday, following John Hutton’s announcement at the Bournemouth Labour Party Conference to commission a feasibility study for the Severn Barrage proposal. ....

Merton Rule

03 Sep 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre comments on the Merton Rule

The Renewable Energy Centre commented today on the Government’s rumoured abandonment of the ‘Merton Rule’, which requires a percentage of energy in new homes to be provided by renewable sources.....

Sustainability Show

03 Sep 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre partners with the Sustainability Show 2007

In continuing its fight against climate change, The Renewable Energy Centre announced today that it is actively supporting The Sustainability Show 2007, an exhibition aimed at educating the public about how businesses and individuals can work together to make a positive impact for the future.....

King Review

28 Aug 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre comments on the King Review of Low Carbon Cars

The Renewable Energy Centre today commented on responses to the King Review of Low Carbon Cars’ call for evidence.....

Guide to Home Energy Saving

13 Aug 2007

Record downloads for The Renewable Energy Centre’s Guide to Home Energy Saving

The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk today announced a tremendous response to the launch of the ‘Guide to Home Energy-Saving’; available to download free on their website.....

Desalination Plant

23 Jul 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre disappointed with go-ahead for Thames Water Desalination Plant

The Renewable Energy Centre today joins many environmental groups in the opposition against plans for the £200 million Thames Water desalination plant, when a third of their water supply is currently being lost through leakages. ....

Carbon Challenge

17 Jul 2007

Will the UK House Building Industry rise to the Carbon Challenge?

The Government recently announced the launch of their “Carbon Challenge” which aims to create five zero carbon or near carbon developments throughout the UK in order to provide working examples to the building industry. ....

New Biofuel Plant

02 Jul 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre evaluates a £200 million proposal for the world’s largest Biofuel Plant

Associated British Foods, DuPont and BP have announced a £200 million proposal for one of the world’s largest biofuel plants to be built on BP’s chemical site at Saltend, Hull.....

Carbon Calculator

25 Jun 2007

TheRenewableEnergyCentre.co.uk encourages its visitors to calculate their carbon output on the “Act on CO2” Carbon Calculator

The Renewable Energy Centre announced its support of the Government’s recently launched “Act on CO2” website by adding a link to the carbon calculator from its homepage.....

Renewable Technologies

18 Jun 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre leads the way in promoting UK Renewable Technologies

Due to popular demand The Renewable Energy Centre has added three new sections to their website; a directory of UK and International renewable energy exhibitions and conferences for trade and consumers, a section for relevant Educational Resources and advice on government grants and funds available.....

EPC's Delayed

04 Jun 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre concerned about delay of Energy Performance Certificates

Following the announcement that the launch of Home Information Packs, including the key Energy Performance Certificates, will be delayed until 1st August, The Renewable Energy Centre voices its concerns about the resulting impact on the UK’s fight against climate change.....

Energy White Paper

28 May 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre comments on the Energy White Paper 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre commented this week on how the Energy White Paper released on the 23rd May will affect UK consumers and businesses.....

Wind Farm

21 May 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre helps to make the subject of Wind Power a breeze for the UK

With the rising popularity of renewable technologies in the UK The Renewable Energy Centre was pleased to announce a record number of visits to the Wind Power section of the website this month.....

Water Conservation

14 May 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre Discusses the Future of Water Recycling

With ever increasing temperatures, less rainfall and a summer hosepipe ban a likely possibility this year, The Renewable Energy Centre discusses water recycling and how useful it will be to us in the future?....

Wave Hub Project

07 May 2007

The Renewable Energy Announces its support for the £28million Wave Hub Project

Following the announcement of the secured funding for the World’s largest wave farm to be built just off the coast of Cornwall; The Renewable Energy Centre is actively supporting the growth of this source of renewable energy, with a section on its website dedicated to wave and tidal power.....

Energy Efficiency Advice Centre's

30 Apr 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk announces the addition of UK Energy Efficiency Advice Centre’s to its Directory

The Renewable Energy Centre announced today that it is actively supporting the Energy Efficiency Advice Centre (EEAC) UK network and has established a dedicated section on the website with direct links to every Advice Centre homepage.....

Patio Heaters

23 Apr 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre backs opposition to Patio Heaters

The Renewable Energy Centre has announced today it is joining the fight against energy inefficient patio heaters by launching a new section to their website dedicated to Biomass related alternatives.....

Biofuels

16 Apr 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre helps to drive the Biofuel Industry Forward

Due to increasing debates surrounding the issue of Biofuels, TheRenewableEnergyCentre.co.uk announces the launch of a dedicated Biofuels and Biomass area to their website.....

Planning Permission Restrictions

03 Apr 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre Backs Proposals to Lift Planning Permission Restrictions on Green Technology for Homes

The recently launched website www.therenewablenergycentre.co.uk should be the first stop for any individual now considering micro-generation installations for their home.....

Save Power and Save Money

02 Apr 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre Helps to Combat Fuel Poverty with Practical Tips for Households on any Budget

The Renewable Energy Centre fights the fuel poverty crisis and proves that home owners need not invest a lot of money to improve the energy efficiency of their home and cut utility bills.....

The 2007 Budget

26 Mar 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk comments on the 2007 Budget

In what many say is his first ‘green’ budget in 10 years, the decision to reward buyers of carbon neutral homes with no stamp duty is just one of many that illustrates the government’s emphasis on the importance of energy efficiency of UK homes.....

Energy Performance Certificates

23 Mar 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre weighs up the Value of Energy Performance Certificates

UK households are said to be responsible for a quarter of the UK’s total carbon emissions and the Energy Performance Certificate is the Governments latest step in attempting to change house-holders’ attitudes a greener home.....

The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk is Launched

15 Feb 2007

The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk is Launched

A website launched this week is the first of its kind in the UK is set to lead the way as a primary source of information and reference for renewable energy. The website, www.therenewableenergycentre.co.uk has been established by the winning team already responsible for one of the UK’s busiest property portals, Email 4 Property. ....