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Rooftop wind turbines are actually net carbon emitters for most British properties, according to new research. Worse still, it appears that even if small turbines became common they could produce only a tiny fraction of the UK's energy requirements.

The UK government's attempt to lower CO2 emissions by raising vehicle tax on high-emission vehicles could be a complete failure in environmental terms. The reason for this is simple - driving technique has a huge effect on a vehicle's emissions. This article looks at just how big the effect of poor driving can be.

An independent new report from the UK's Renewable Fuel Agency concludes that biofuel production must be scaled back. The report says that if this fails to happen, the result could be an increase in greenhouse gases and continuing, problematic rises in food prices.

The report concludes that a sustainable biofuel industry is possible, but it must be carefully regulated to avoid the problems already being seen as a result of large-scale feedstock production for biofuel use.

New evidence explains how biofuel production is often resulting in an increase in carbon emissions compared to fossil fuels - not a decrease. Could biofuels be causing more problems than they solve?

Caring about the environment is one thing - taking action is another, especially if you are buying a used car. Here are five reasons why it's not as easy as you think to lower emissions while still staying sensible (and happy).

Hybrid power offers a genuine environmental and economic benefit - unlike biofuels such as biodiesel. This article explains why less is more and why hybrids will bridge the gap between oil and the true next generation fuels.