German speed limit could cut more CO2 than previously thought
A new study has found that Germany could save almost three times more carbon dioxide emissions than previously thought by introducing a speed limit on...
CO2 emissions
EAC to pay €183m for CO2 emissions this year
For this year the state-run power corporation estimates it will spend €183 million on purchasing greenhouse gas emissions allowances, while the cost of fuel purchases...
From coal and steel to carbon-free and digital: the EU reaches turning point
By Jan Strupczewski Years from now, 2021 may be seen as the moment the European Union took a leap forward from its post-World War Two...
Shopkeepers urge govt to increase efforts to reduce emissions
The leader of small shopkeepers ‘union Povek met with Energy Minister Yiorgos Lakkotrypis on Wednesday to discuss ways of reducing Cyprus’ carbon emissions. During the...
Government urged to act swiftly to meet 2020 CO2 targets
Government departments must do their part and act swiftly if Cyprus is to meet its 2020 targets for reduced carbon dioxide emissions, the energy regulator...
Germany to retest VW cars as scandal pushes Berlin to act (Update 3)
By Andreas Cremer and Caroline Copley Germany is to retest all Volkswagen car models to gauge their genuine emissions levels after new revelations from the...
Cyprus emits more CO2 per capita than France,
By Antonios Gkildakis Cyprus’ carbon dioxide emissions per capita are higher than that of France, according to climate researcher François-Marie Bréon, who warned that people must...
US, China sign symbolic emissions plan, play down rivalry
By Matt Spetalnick and Michael Martina The United States and China announced a largely symbolic plan on Wednesday to implement new limits on carbon emissions,...
Nicosia to subsidise energy checks to help save on waste
By Peter Stevenson NICOSIA Municipality will be paying half the cost of energy checks which will be carried out in 25 homes in the capital...
New charges and fees for motorists in the pipeline
By Peter Stevenson Vehicles registered by the end of the year will not have to pay road tax based on their CO2 emissions, as part...
