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A closer look at urban transport
Posted on: 3 December 2013
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The 2013 edition of the annual Transport and Environment Reporting Mechanism (TERM), published by the European Environment Agency, presents an assessment of progress towards the transport-related environmental targets set out in the 2011 White Paper and other transport and environment regulations. It also includes a focus on the environmental impacts of urban transport.
Improving the effectiveness of green local development: The role and impact of public sector-led initiatives in renewable
Posted on: 3 December 2013
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This report presents a snapshot of the global renewable energy industry and investigates what this global industry can mean for local development. This industry is rapidly growing in response to countries’ activities to reduce their carbon emissions. The deployment of renewable energy is seen as a key development opportunity for rural regions and a way for governments to give substance to “green growth” claims. The paper suggests that local governments and other institutions will be central agents in the success of the transition of regional areas to low-carbon economies.
Waterfront London: London’s residential riverside property market
Posted on: 3 December 2013
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The latest Spotlight from Savills focuses on the desirability of waterfront living and why London’s riverside is proving popular with a diverse range of buyers.
International Levee Handbook
Posted on: 3 December 2013
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Levees are considered a vital part of modern flood risk management. Although they have suffered from a lack of interest and investment, the protection they provide attracts development. The International Levee Handbook has been developed to offer international good practice based on current knowledge, experience and lessons learnt from six countries. In particular, this 1300+ page handbook provides guidance on the evaluation, design, implementation, maintenance and management of levees.
Assessing and managing climate change risks in supply chains
Posted on: 3 December 2013
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As supply chains become increasingly complex and demand for time-sensitive goods and services continues to increase supply chains are becoming more vulnerable to disruption from the impacts of climate change. In light of this the Environment Agency’s ‘Climate Ready Support Service’ has developed a five step framework to help businesses understand and manage the risks that severe weather and our changing climate present to the increasingly complex supply chains of UK companies.
RetailVision Report 2013
Posted on: 3 December 2013
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Callcredit Information Group has released its latest RetailVision Report of the UK retail landscape, revealing that the UK’s largest retail destinations continue to maintain retail revenues, against a backdrop of increasing competition from online retailers and pro-longed tough trading conditions. Major retail centres have further cemented their regional dominance and have put more downward pressure on the surrounding smaller towns and local shopping centres across the UK, where revenues have started to see some decline. These smaller retail destinations will have to work hard to stimulate footfall and establish their identity to attract shoppers.
Air quality conference. London, 14 November 2013
Posted on: 3 December 2013
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This half day event brought together community workers and volunteers, industry experts, public sector and decision-makers to better understand the impacts of air quality in London and how it can be tackled. Presentations and other information is available online.
Prospects for cities: Creating prosperity beyond capitals
Posted on: 2 December 2013
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Core cities (or ‘second tier’ cities) aren’t just the beneficiaries of national economic growth, they are important drivers of it. With greater support and investment, core cities could contribute even more towards national economies. This briefing paper draws on findings from ESPON, a European research programme2, including case studies of Leeds and Manchester, to suggest how we can generate greater prosperity beyond capitals.
City suburbs: Placing suburbia in a post-suburban worldurban
Posted on: 2 December 2013
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The author of a new book, City suburbs, explores how suburbanites interact with the city and calls for the suburbs to be better integrated into studies of the city.
Energy, transport and environment indicators 2013
Posted on: 2 December 2013
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The multi-thematic pocketbook Energy, transport and environment indicators comprises a broad set of data collected by Eurostat and the European Environment Agency. The objective of this publication is to provide an overview of the most relevant indicators on energy, transport and environment, with particular focus on sustainable development. It presents data for the European Union aggregate (EU-28), for the EU Member States as well as for the candidate countries and EFTA countries.
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