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Local government failing the carbon test
Local government ‘is failing’ on the CRC
Local authorities are still failing to adequately prepare to meet the new Carbon Reduction Commitment from April, which could see them fined:
http://www.localgov.co.uk/index.cfm?method=news.detail&id=86477
Investing to meet the targets
Alastair Keir explains how local authorities can lead by example in the bid to manage their emissions and fund projects by drawing on a new, interest-free loan fund.
http://www.localgov.co.uk/index.cfm?method=news.detail&id=86478
Councils must help drive the carbon-reduction programme
Andy Deacon of the Energy Saving Trust outlines the help and support available for local authorities in reducing the carbon footprint in their neighbourhoods.
http://www.localgov.co.uk/index.cfm?method=news.detail&id=86480
Councils feel heat over climate change
The recent Copenhagen summit have done little in the fight on climate change but there is more pressure than ever on councils to deliver on environmental issues, says Nick Appleyard.
http://www.localgov.co.uk/index.cfm?method=news.detail&id=86483
Nico Jabin