Rural poor get high-tech help for sustainable business
SAP AG and PlaNet Finance are joining forces and using a combination of microfinancing, new technology and improved value chains
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Scotland sets out vision for low-carbon future
The Scottish Government’s plan for reducing greenhouse gas emissions calls for a massive increase in clean, green energy and
Norwegian firm offers green power for wireless sites
Norwegian power technology firm Eltek Valere has partnered with key solar component vendors to become a “one-stop shop” for carriers
'Clean coal' could boost UK economy by up to £4 billion
Clean coal technology could bring between £2 billion to £4 billion a year into the UK economy by 2030, as
Cleantech ticker: 17 June 2009
Cleantech news as it happens — check back for regular updates: * European researchers have developed novel concept devices using ferromagnetic semiconductors.
Wales launches design contest for affordable eco-homes
Wales has launched a competition to design eco-efficient homes that can also compete on price with standard-built housing. The architectural
Africa-to-Europe solar energy 'no longer distant vision'
One of the central tasks facing the global economy as it combats climate change is converting power supply systems to
Wave energy firm wins British innovator award
Aquamarine Power has won the “Innovator Award 2009” for its Oyster® wave energy converter at this year’s British Renewable
News you might have missed: 16 June 2009
Trying to keep up with all the latest cleantech news and headlines? Here are some developments you might have missed:
Nature's eco-friendly loo: The pitcher plant
With so many cleantech minds focussed on ways to reduce sewage waste and better manage water resources, could tomorrow’s
How to generate energy on drive to supermarket
Sainsbury’s this week will launch a first at its new green store in Gloucester: a kinetic road plate system
How does business cause deforestation? Project offers answers
The Forest Footprint Disclosure Project (FFD), launched this week, seeks to help investors better understand the business link to deforestation