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EU power sector options may be mutually contradictory

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EU

The electricity sector is undergoing a radical shift in structure, owing to the build-out of variable sources of renewable energy, in pursuit of reductions in carbon emissions. On…

Breakthroughs bring the world closer to nuclear fusion

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INT

The outlook for the development of nuclear fusion as an energy source.

EU’s green agenda will expose large divergences

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EUROPE

The extent of their preparedness reflects a combination of willingness and ability. Willingness is evident in government policy and in the public's environmental consciousness and…

Carbon capture may be key for decarbonising Europe

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EUROPE

Outlook for decarbonisation in Europe.

China seeks to lead in setting global standards

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CHINA

Shaping technical standards is a key battleground in global competition for technological leadership. Where once the United States and Europe were dominant, China has greatly…

More environment funds are opportunity for eastern EU

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EASTERN EUROPE

Eastern EU member-states, especially in the south-east, have lagged in both pollution reduction and transition to the carbon-neutral economy, largely thanks to aspects of their…

EU is unlikely to reach its green industry targets

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EU

The measures are designed to ensure that the EU not only reaches emission reduction targets but is also competitive in the industries required for accelerating the green…

E-waste endangers developing nations' catch-up growth

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INTERNATIONAL

Nearly 50 million tonnes of electronic waste (e-waste) was generated last year but only 20% was recycled. China generates the most but the EU leads both e-waste per person and…