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Oil prices fall

Oil prices fall

4 June 2007

Oil prices have fallen below $65 (£32.76) per barrel following international developments that have served to ease ongoing supply concerns.Militant activity in Nigeria has resulted in a reduction in output that has subsequently led to increased prices in recent months. However, the announcement... More

Oil prices rise on US crude decline

Oil prices rise on US crude decline

1 June 2007

Oil prices have seen a surge in prices following the release of a US inventories report showing a decline in crude stocks.Stocks had fallen by more than had previously been expected, with the US energy department reporting a decline of two million barrels to 342.2 million barrels last week.Imports f... More

UK council commits to sustainable energy

UK council commits to sustainable energy

1 June 2007

A local authority in the UK has pledged its commitment to sustainable energy and environmentally friendly energy production through a unique agreement focusing on tackling climate change.East Riding Council is one of the latest in a number of local authorities to commit to the Nottingham Declaration... More

Oil prices down

Oil prices down

31 May 2007

Oil prices have declined slightly ahead of the upcoming US inventories report, which is widely expected to show an increase in crude and gasoline supplies.Figures show that light sweet crude for July delivery fell by 13 cents to it at $63.36 (£30.09) per barrel in Asia, while July Brent crude d... More

Solar power for UK schools

Solar power for UK schools

31 May 2007

An initiative designed to encourage UK schools to adopt solar energy has been launched this month, hoping to promote renewable energy sources and reduce carbon emissions.It is hoped that the Solar4Schools programme will help local schools become greener and more environmentally-friendly, in addition... More

Oil rebounds, holds at $68

Oil rebounds, holds at $68

30 May 2007

Oil prices have rebounded following a drop of more than $2 (£1.01) per barrel, as a result of the easing of concerns in producers Nigeria and Iran. The cancellation of an oil workers' strike has helped ease worries over future output in Nigeria, which as seen reductions arising from militant at... More

Researchers make progress on eco-fuel project

Researchers make progress on eco-fuel project

30 May 2007

An innovative fuel project is underway in the UK, exploring the possibilities of using organic material to generate green, environmentally-friendly fuel.Plans for the development of a new testing facility in Guildford have been outlined, led by a local company in conjunction with Surrey University. ... More

Prices drop as Nigerian concerns ease

Prices drop as Nigerian concerns ease

29 May 2007

The easing of supply pressures in Nigeria has led to a drop in oil prices, with reports that an oil workers' strike has come to an end.Previously, these disruptions had contributed towards an increase in oil prices as concern over supply continued to grow with Nigerian oil workers on strike. However... More

Mixed oil prices after nine-month high

Mixed oil prices after nine-month high

25 May 2007

Crude oil prices on either side of the Atlantic are mixed following a sharp increase in Brent crude, leaving the fuel above $70 (£35) per barrel and light sweet crude below $65.Brent North Sea crude for July delivery saw a 12 cent gain to sit at $70.72 per barrel, after reaching a nine-month pe... More

Energy-efficient deliveries 'can reduce carbon footprints'

Energy-efficient deliveries 'can reduce carbon footprints'

25 May 2007

As concerns over global warming and the effects of climate change continue to mount, individuals are under increased pressure to reduce their carbon footprints and make an effort to help reduce emissions.The government has announced targets to reduce carbon emissions by 20 per cent before the end of... More

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