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The U.K.’s misguided attempt to bring back the ‘Garden City’
Posted on: 22 November 2013
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This article critically examines the recent call for the building of new garden cities in the UK.
Low and zero carbon technologies in new homes
Posted on: 22 November 2013
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This research focuses on low- and zero-carbon (LZC) technologies, looking at actual occupant perceptions and experiences of LZC technologies in their homes, as well as the knowledge and practices of on-site sales teams in promoting awareness of the benefits of LZC technologies.
Jamaica sustainable energy roadmap: Pathways to an affordable, reliable, low-emission electricity system
Posted on: 22 November 2013
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This report is the culmination of years of intensive investigation. It analyses the potential for energy efficiency and renewable energy deployment in Jamaica and discusses the social and economic impacts of alternative energy pathways.
Heritage Counts 2013
Posted on: 22 November 2013
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English Heritage has published its 12th annual survey of the England’s historic environment. The 2013 report focuses on skills shortages and publishes new research which reveals that over 40% of cultural heritage organisations feel their workforce currently lack skills and 60% do not have a training budget. In addition to information on skills, Heritage Counts summarises key policy changes and performance indicators for the sector.
The Permitted Development (Basements) Bill 2013-14
Posted on: 22 November 2013
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A Bill to regulate the construction of new basements and the extension of existing ones, received its first reading in the Commons on the 12 November 2013. The Bill was introduced by Karen Buck, MP for Westminster North, as a Private Members Bill. The Bill is expected to have its second reading debate on the 28 February 2014.
Urban planning for city leaders
Posted on: 21 November 2013
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This publication from UN-Habitat provides a valuable source of information, inspiration and ideas on urban planning that is designed for city leaders and decision makers at a critical moment in human history. Predicted human population growth over the next 50 years will have immense consequencesfor all cities, in particular intermediate cities with populations of up to two million people. Developed countries will need to double the amount of urban space they have by 2050 to accommodate the expected numbers of people, whereas developing countries will need to expand their urban space by more than 300 per cent.
Understanding the 21st century traveller
Posted on: 21 November 2013
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The travel industry is riding a wave of change. An unpredictable economy and fast-paced technological advancements have caused 21st century travellers to shift their behaviour dramatically. This white paper discusses five major trends that will help companies prepare for future challenges and create effective growth strategies: changing travel habits; new business models; seniors and generation Y; affluent travelers; and China outbound travel.
Living well within the limits of our planet: Proposal for a general Union Environment Action Programme
Posted on: 21 November 2013
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EU ministers and MEPs have signed into law the seventh environment action programme, setting out the bloc’s long-term policy direction for the environment and climate. The programme aims to push the EU in the direction of so-called ‘green growth’, economic development that places as little burden on the environment as possible. It sets out nine policy objectives for 2020, including protecting nature and strengthening ecological resilience, boosting resource-efficient, low-carbon economic growth and addressing environment-related threats to health.
The Deloitte Consumer Review: Reinventing the role of the high street
Posted on: 21 November 2013
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New research from Deloitte reveals the importance of the high street to UK consumers for leisure activities, such as dining and drinking out.
Tourism jobs and growth: The economic contribution of the tourism economy in the UK
Posted on: 21 November 2013
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The UK’s tourism industry is set to grow at a faster pace than crucial sectors such as retail, construction and manufacturing, according to a report commissioned by Visit Britain. The Deloitte study reports that the tourism sector will grow by 3.8 per cent a year from now until 2025. It adds that tourism is responsible for one in three new UK jobs created from 2010 to 2012.
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