Energy

Last edited 6 November 2014 at 3:40pm

Reducing CO2 emissions from energy generation is key to tackling climate change. Over the coming years, the UK's ageing coal, gas and nuclear power stations will need replacing and we have to decide what comes next. Do we want a clean energy future and a thriving green economy or do we rebuild the expensive, polluting energy dinosaurs?

We're campaigning for a clean energy future. A stronger green economy with new jobs and growth. Clean, efficient renewable energy and to end CO2 emissions from electricity generation.

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If we don’t speak up, solar power in the UK will face a cloudy future

There was a time when it was rare to see solar power on rooftops here in the UK. Our cloudy skies and the high cost of panels meant the technology was out of...
Posted by Richard Casson - 20 October, 2015 - 14:56

Do you live in north Yorkshire? Here's how to tell the council you oppose fracking

Fracking firm Third Energy wants to frack for shale gas in Ryedale, North Yorkshire. But before they can go ahead they've got to obtain planning permission --...
Posted by Richard Casson - 29 September, 2015 - 09:49

UK can be almost entirely powered by renewable energy by 2030, new study shows

"Can the UK run on renewable energy, and how long will it take us to get there?" Here at Greenpeace those are two questions we get asked a lot, so today we're...
Posted by Richard Casson - 21 September, 2015 - 10:37

UK can be almost entirely powered by renewable energy by 2030, new study shows

"Can the UK run on renewable energy, and how long will it take us to get there?" Here at Greenpeace those are two questions we get asked a lot, so today we're...
Posted by Richard Casson - 21 September, 2015 - 10:37

Want to show your opposition to fracking? Get started with these materials and resources

Have you ever wanted to show your opposition to fracking by putting up a poster in your window at home? Or need some tips on explaining the risks of fracking...
Posted by Richard Casson - 25 August, 2015 - 18:51

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