Green Politics
Cadbury and Kraft – public policy should focus on debt, not nationality
After months of wrangling between Kraft and Cadbury's, it looks almost certain now that another iconic British brand will fall into the hands of foreign buyers.
Using social innovation to combat climate change
NESTA have announced the winners of the Big Green Challenge, a £1 million prize for communities in response to climate change. We report on the new innovations.
Labour’s “job guarantee” vital in fight against long term unemployment
The TUC propose that the job guarantee should be available to all adults who have been unemployed and claiming Jobseeker’s Allowance for more than 12 months.
Offshore wind power – an economic and jobs boom
Our response to climate sceptic Andrew Turnbull's piece in the FT in which he rails against renewables and investment in new energy technologies.
Emissions targets aren’t tough enough, says Commons committee
A new report by the Environmental Audit Committee warns that domestic emission reductions will be futile without a global climate deal. It calls for 42% reductions.
Green groups welcome offshore wind announcement
The Government’s £75 billion offshore wind turbine programme has been welcomed today by green groups including the Green party. The […]