TITLE

Renewed focus on low-carbon economy

PUB. DATE

July 2008

SOURCE

Works Management;Jul2008, Vol. 61 Issue 7, p4

SOURCE TYPE

Periodical

DOC. TYPE

Article

ABSTRACT

The article reports on the implications of the proposed low-carbon economy initiative of the British government. According to the author, the realization of the proposal is welcomed by manufacturers because of the opportunities it offer which lessen the country's dependence of oil and gas as well as carbon emissions. Business secretary John Hutton stressed that the proposal aims to integrate 15% renewable energy necessary for energy efficiency as well as addressing climate change and wastes.

ACCESSION #

33765778

Tags: HUTTON, John, 1955-;  ENERGY policy;  RENEWABLE energy sources -- Government policy;  GOVERNMENT programs;  ENERGY conservation

 

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