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Opportunities to overcome the barriers to uptake of low emission technologies for each commercial vehicle duty cycle
Posted on: 5 December 2012
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Road freight accounts for around 7% of the UK’s total CO2 emissions, with long haul and regional deliveries responsible for 70% of this figure. The Task Force on Fuel Efficient, Low Emission HGV (heavy goods vehicle) Technologies is a joint industry/Government initiative aimed at promoting the use of fuel efficient, low emission road freight technologies. The Task Force’s objectives include identifying measures for reducing greenhouse gas emissions without detriment to air quality, and making suggestions on how to implement these measures in a way that would minimise burdens to industry. This report identifies typical HGV duty cycles, their share of CO2 emissions and which technologies and alternative fuels (excluding liquid biofuel) could best reduce these emissions. It then examines the opportunities to overcome the barriers to uptake of these low emission technologies and fuels that offer the greatest potential greenhouse gas savings for different duty cycles.
Meeting Londoners’ housing needs: Investing in housing infrastructure
Posted on: 5 December 2012
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Up to 54,000 new homes in the capital could begin construction almost immediately if the government lifts an artificial cap on local housing authority borrowing, according to a new report by London Councils, the organisation which represents the capital’s 33 local authorities. It calls on the government to support an amendment (New Clause 10) to the Growth and Infrastructure Bill, which is currently making its way through parliament. At present, an artificial cap on borrowing mean that local authorities are not able to borrow against the full value of their housing assets to finance new homes.
CycleLogistics
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Running from May 2011 until April 2014 and spanning 12 countries, the EU-funded project CycleLogistics aims to reduce energy used in urban freight transport by replacing unnecessary motorised vehicles with cargo bikes for intra-urban delivery and goods transport in Europe. CycleLogistics will expand its niche market position and be regarded as a serious alternative for the transportation of light goods in inner cities.
EU establishes guidelines for renewable energy policy
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Ministers of the Energy Council has adopted conclusions on renewable energy, which outline options for future action, in particular in order to facilitate long-term planning for industry and investors. The conclusions underline the key role played by renewable energies in the attainment of the EU’s wider goals for a low carbon economy, security of supply, and competitiveness. They also address the next steps for the period beyond 2020, when the EU should meet its target of 20% of energy consumption from renewable sources.
How a high-rise craze is ruining London’s skyline
Posted on: 4 December 2012
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This article, which appeared in the Observer newspaper of 2 December 2012, argues that most of the 20-plus towers being built or breaking ground in London are of inferior quality and fail to meet guidelines. The author asks what has happened to the planning system, and where is all the money coming from?
Notes on neighbourhood planning
Posted on: 4 December 2012
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These notes on Neighbourhood Planning provide round-up of neighbourhood planning news put together by the Department for Communities and Local Government. It contains useful information about planning resources, events and news.
A Practical Guide to BREEAM
Posted on: 4 December 2012
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Off-site specialist Yorkon has published a new technical paper to help construction clients and contractors better understand and implement the latest changes to the BREEAM process.
Changing perceptions in off-site construction
Posted on: 4 December 2012
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Yorkon has launched a new video to help change the perception of off-site construction and to demonstrate what is now possible with the latest developments in modular technology.
Unimplemented residential planning approvals
Posted on: 4 December 2012
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The residential development pipeline has expanded during the first nine months of 2012 as housebuilders and social housing providers have brought forward more projects for planning approval. With that in mind, the Glenigan economics team have analysed their comprehensive project database to produce their latest report investigation the future of the social and private housing sectors.
Housing for people with a learning disability
Posted on: 4 December 2012
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The housing shortage for adults with learning difficulties has worsened in the last year according to research from Mencap, a leading disabilities charity. The report found that just one in three people with a learning disability lives independently in either supported accommodation, as a tenant, or as a homeowner.
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