Technology

The world’s tallest building has launched a thermal energy initiative to use solar power to meet a bulk of its water heating requirements

BASF is taking its demonstrator Mobile Energy-Saving House on a tour to demonstrate passiv haus technology

British Gas has announced that it will install two million smart meters in customers’ homes by 2012, well ahead of the Government’s 2020 target for domestic users

‘Eco paint’ shows there are new business opportunities to be had in a wide range of green innovations, according to a new report

ASD-Architectural has created a 100% recyclable steel window profile system that allows slim glazing to be used while achieving high insulation levels

The Carbon Trust has backed plans to produce “light emitting wallpaper” – an organic LED lighting technology it believes could deliver major carbon cuts.

Prince Charles has opened a construction college in Dorset which hopes to become a Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Construction

In an EU proposal, the Commission has estimated that an extra €50bn of investment in energy technology research is needed over the next 10 years.

A new system combines the sustainability of solar thermal panels with the attractiveness of copper roofs

Good air conditioning controls can make a big difference in the amount of energy used

Unless greenhouse gas emissions are significantly cut, geoenginnering may be needed to cool the planet, despite associated risks

Clean technology and renewables will become two of the most important sectors of the economy, say UK business leaders

A report argues that artificial trees, algae-covered buildings and other geo engineering inventions could help buy extra time to reduce global CO2 emissions

The provision of intelligent metering to domestic customers and the terms on which such metering may be offered is “currently a matter for energy supply companies”

The Government has recently provided the London Borough of Barnet with funding to improve lighting and reduce carbon emissions. Barnet requested funding to replace more than 17,500 street lamps and 3,779 columns in an attempt to improve safety and reduce crime.