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EDF’s plans to prolong life of UK nuclear power stations put energy policy in doubt
The electricity giant EDF, the UK’s main nuclear operator, is negotiating with the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) the extension of the operational lifetime of their existing eight nuclear power reactors.
read more... 22/05/2012
Japan to support solar and wind power
According to Nikkei newspaper, Japan’s government will “relax” regulations on renewable energy projects in order to promote businesses to raise the use of alternative electricity generation sources.
read more... 27/03/2012
Brazil to expand solar power with new regulations
Brazil, the country which has long been a leader in the production of ethanol and strived to become an international force in wind energy, has decided to make an important investment in solar energy.
read more... 20/03/2012
Carbon technology market to reach 9.67 billion dollars in 2017
Global carbon technology market will see huge increase once the utility and oil and gas industries comply with new environmental regulations, which became more rigorous than ever due to worries over environmental situation. According to an analysis of the global air pollution “Control Equipment in Energy and Power Market”, the market can expect profits of 9.69 billion dollars in 2017 from 7.27 billion dollars in 2010.
read more... 09/03/2012
China to review offshore oil regulations
China is considering reviewing regulations on joint offshore oil exploration with foreign companies despite the fact that Beijing did not expressed any decision on oil spill at ConocoPhillips.
read more... 07/11/2011