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US doesn't need cap and trade to grow low-carbon market
09 September 2010The value of the low-carbon energy market will almost triple by 2020, even if the US does not introduce a comprehensive cap-and-trade programme, an HSBC report says.
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Momentum for climate action still here: de Boer
09 September 2010The former UN climate chief says the political momentum that existed at last year's climate talks in Copengagen remains, despite the failure to reach a global agreement and the lack of legislative progress on climate action in the US.
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China top choice for renewables investment: E&Y
09 September 2010China is the best place to invest in renewable energy, according to a study by consultancy Ernst & Young.
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Equator banks calls for more on climate from IFC
09 September 2010A group of banks has called for the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to be more "assertive and innovative" on climate change, in response to proposals to revise the institution's environmental and social standards.
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China tightens deadline on hydro target?
09 September 2010China plans to meet an ambitious target to exploit its hydropower reserves in 2015 – five years ahead of earlier forecasts, according to local media reports.
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Geothermal loan first past FIPP post
09 September 2010The US Department of Energy (DOE) has closed its first loan guarantee using a lender-focused financing structure designed to ease the path for renewable energy projects.
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UK minister wants London to lead on low-carbon finance
09 September 2010UK climate change minister Greg Barker launched an initiative this week to put London at the heart of low-carbon investment.
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What comes next?
06 September 2010With the Democrats' climate and energy strategy in disarray, industry, investors and environmental groups alike are all asking what comes next. Gloria Gonzalez reports
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Liquidity squeeze
06 September 2010The finance sector's lending to and investment in the power sector is vulnerable to growing water scarcity – requiring a better handle on water risk management. Ivo Mulder and Margot Hill explain
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Capitalising on carbon reporting
06 September 2010Many organisations will recognise that the measurement and reporting of carbon represents a corporate 'good'. But they may not be clear on the benefits and objectives, or indeed where to begin. Alan Waller and Natalie Francis explain