This document summarizes the Remade South East ZeroWISE Sustainable Construction Project. The project aims to divert 155,000 tonnes of construction waste from landfill through developing site waste management plans, better links between construction and waste sectors, training and awareness raising, and a publicity campaign. It will work with small and medium enterprises across southeast England to encourage reduction, reuse and recycling of construction waste.
Sarah Tennison (Tees Valley Unlimited) - Teesside Collective: Current Progress on the Industrial CCS Project in Teesside - UKCCSRC Cranfield Biannual 21-22 April 2015
MiA+BEAST_Berrutto _Bridging the gap: energy actions from planning to impleme...covenant-capacity
This document discusses the European Union's efforts to support sustainable energy planning and implementation at the local level. It outlines the EU's clean energy priorities and goals, as well as programs that have provided over €730 million between 2007-2013 for sustainable energy projects. Specifically, it highlights two projects - BEAST and Mayors in Action - that helped create over 500 sustainable energy action plans and establish 79 new energy agencies. The document also promotes upcoming funding topics in Horizon 2020 related to public authority engagement, project development assistance, and innovative financing that could help further sustainable energy actions from planning to implementation at the local level.
Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council sees significant opportunities to improve housing in the private sector through the Green Deal and ECO programs. Over 35,000 homes need loft insulation, 14,000 need cavity wall insulation and 23,000 need solid wall insulation. Barnsley MBC aims to help develop a mature low-carbon market by providing a trusted brand, local housing expertise, and participating in Green Deal pilot programs while also creating job and business opportunities through training programs like those at Barnsley College.
The document summarizes the European Union's strategy to strengthen the electronics sector in Europe. It discusses the goals of creating a unified electronics ecosystem, pooling resources between EU members and industry, and establishing programs like ECSEL to fund cross-border projects. The strategy aims to boost R&D spending, strengthen competitiveness, and address societal challenges through initiatives that support the entire value chain, from research to manufacturing. If successful, it could help build an "Airbus of Chips" to allow Europe to better compete globally in microelectronics.
The document summarizes a presentation by Dr. Peter Gussone on recent developments in energy arbitration. It discusses the Energy Charter Treaty, which provides investment protections for energy projects. It outlines two arbitration institutions, ICSID and EACS, that hear disputes related to energy investments. It then summarizes three case studies involving arbitration claims between private energy companies and states, including Vattenfall vs. Germany and CEZ vs. Albania. The presentation concludes by considering whether the arbitration system adequately balances investor and public interests.
This document summarizes the Remade South East ZeroWISE Sustainable Construction Project. The project aims to divert 155,000 tonnes of construction waste from landfill through developing site waste management plans, better links between construction and waste sectors, training and awareness raising, and a publicity campaign. It will work with small and medium enterprises across southeast England to encourage reduction, reuse and recycling of construction waste.
Sarah Tennison (Tees Valley Unlimited) - Teesside Collective: Current Progress on the Industrial CCS Project in Teesside - UKCCSRC Cranfield Biannual 21-22 April 2015
MiA+BEAST_Berrutto _Bridging the gap: energy actions from planning to impleme...covenant-capacity
This document discusses the European Union's efforts to support sustainable energy planning and implementation at the local level. It outlines the EU's clean energy priorities and goals, as well as programs that have provided over €730 million between 2007-2013 for sustainable energy projects. Specifically, it highlights two projects - BEAST and Mayors in Action - that helped create over 500 sustainable energy action plans and establish 79 new energy agencies. The document also promotes upcoming funding topics in Horizon 2020 related to public authority engagement, project development assistance, and innovative financing that could help further sustainable energy actions from planning to implementation at the local level.
Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council sees significant opportunities to improve housing in the private sector through the Green Deal and ECO programs. Over 35,000 homes need loft insulation, 14,000 need cavity wall insulation and 23,000 need solid wall insulation. Barnsley MBC aims to help develop a mature low-carbon market by providing a trusted brand, local housing expertise, and participating in Green Deal pilot programs while also creating job and business opportunities through training programs like those at Barnsley College.
The document summarizes the European Union's strategy to strengthen the electronics sector in Europe. It discusses the goals of creating a unified electronics ecosystem, pooling resources between EU members and industry, and establishing programs like ECSEL to fund cross-border projects. The strategy aims to boost R&D spending, strengthen competitiveness, and address societal challenges through initiatives that support the entire value chain, from research to manufacturing. If successful, it could help build an "Airbus of Chips" to allow Europe to better compete globally in microelectronics.
The document summarizes a presentation by Dr. Peter Gussone on recent developments in energy arbitration. It discusses the Energy Charter Treaty, which provides investment protections for energy projects. It outlines two arbitration institutions, ICSID and EACS, that hear disputes related to energy investments. It then summarizes three case studies involving arbitration claims between private energy companies and states, including Vattenfall vs. Germany and CEZ vs. Albania. The presentation concludes by considering whether the arbitration system adequately balances investor and public interests.
Il World Energy Inside è una pubblicazione mensile del World Energy Council (WEC) contenente interviste a rappresentanti del WEC e dei Comitati Nazionali, overview e aggiornamenti sulle attività recenti e future del WEC in tutto il mondo e, approfondimenti sulle ultime news in ambito energetico.
The state of the clt movement in the uk hannah fleetwoodCecileCLT
The document discusses the growth of community land trusts (CLTs) in England over the past two decades. It notes several pioneering CLTs established in the 1990s-2000s and outlines key factors that have helped foster the CLT sector since then, including the development of strong networks, funding opportunities, and support from local authorities and government. Recent announcements in 2013 allocated over £39 million in funding to support additional CLT and community-led housing projects. The future of CLTs in England looks bright, but continued joint working across groups and balancing grassroots involvement will be important for the sector.
The document discusses Ireland's participation in the European Union's Framework Programme for Research and Technological Development (FP7). It provides statistics on Ireland's success in securing funding from the first four calls of the FP7's Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) programme, with Irish organizations winning over €13 million out of €32 million total funding. It encourages Irish organizations to think bigger and take advantage of more aspects of the FP7 programme to support research and innovation.
Enterprise Europe Network | Snapshot presentation of South-west Bulgaria rene...Invest Northern Ireland
Enterprise Europe Network – Sector Group IE Meeting Belfast October 2016, Snapshot presentation of South-west Bulgaria renewable energy sector and trends, Plamen Todorov.
This document outlines Dr. Nicky Morrison's presentation on negotiating affordable housing in England. The presentation covers the context of England's affordable housing crisis, how the planning system works to secure affordable housing through negotiations with private developers, and the role of housing associations. It also provides an example of an innovative joint venture between a local authority and housing association to develop affordable housing. The presentation concludes by discussing potential cross-cultural lessons around securing affordable housing.
The document summarizes the European Platform for Citizen Investment in Renewable Energy (CITIZENERGY) project. The 3-year project aims to (1) develop an online platform as an EU-wide marketplace for citizens to invest in renewable energy projects, (2) boost citizen engagement and investment in RES projects by attracting over 100,000 visitors and informing/motivating thousands of citizens to invest, and (3) set up an EU stakeholder network on citizen renewable energy policy. The platform will be available in multiple languages and analyze different regulatory frameworks across EU states to provide tailored investment options.
The document discusses the ENGO Network on CCS, an informal network of environmental non-governmental organizations that aims to ensure CCS is deployed safely and effectively to combat climate change. It outlines the network's goals of regulating CCS to protect the environment while enabling its potential for emissions reductions. The document also provides policy recommendations to support CCS from several countries and regions, including establishing carbon pricing, regulating CCS deployment, and increasing public information about CCS safety.
John Powell
POLICY SEMINAR
The Future of the Commons
Co-organized by IFPRI, the International Association for the Study of the Commons (IASC), and the CGIAR Research Program on Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM)
Presentation by Anthony Probert (Bioregional) giving 'A quick insight into the development process for community-led housing', which he gave on behalf of the Brighton & Hove Community Land Trust on 20th April 2018. Watch the video from the presentation and find out more information here: https://bhclt.org.uk/understanding-planning-and-development-for-community-led-housing/
Nina Klein from Frankfurt Book Fair presented New European Media (NEM) activities. NEM is a leading initiative in the Convergence and Social Media domain. Main activities and aims of the NEM were presented to the audience.
Fiec presentation bcc conference - sofia -tonningEmil Hristov
This document discusses the construction industry in Europe, providing the following key points:
1. It provides an overview of FIEC, the European Construction Industry Federation, including its membership.
2. It presents some key figures on the state of the construction industry in Europe in 2016, such as total construction output and employment levels.
3. It identifies several challenges facing the industry, including an uncertain global economic environment, lack of public and private investment, and difficulties accessing financing and skilled workers. It also mentions opportunities from the Juncker Investment Plan and European Investment Projects Portal.
4. It discusses priorities for the future of EU Cohesion Policy post-2020, calling for an ambitious budget, improved technical assistance,
Presentation by Nicola Thomas (BHCLT) on 'Finding suitable property and land for community-led housing', which she gave on behalf of the Brighton & Hove Community Land Trust on 6th April 2018. Watch the video from the presentation and find out more information here: http://bhclt.org.uk/finding-suitable-property-and-land-for-community-led-housing/
The document discusses establishing a European Forest Risk Facility to enhance resilience to natural disturbances affecting European forests. It proposes a joint vision of promoting intelligent handling of disturbance-related risks through a network that enables knowledge sharing. The Facility would provide access to good practices, expertise, training and information exchange. It would work across disciplines through thematic nodes and collaboration with countries and organizations. Upcoming events organized by the SURE project will further the discussion on developing the Facility.
Europe 2014-2020: photonique, éclairages à diodesUNITEC
présentations de la Délégation générale Société de l’Information à la délégation d’Aquitains conduite par AEC, 30 janvier 2012: les technologies d'éclairage à diodes
The document discusses the ESCOLimburg2020 project in Limburg, Belgium, which aims to make the province climate neutral by 2020. The project works with municipalities to develop customized renovation plans for public buildings to achieve energy savings above 30% on average. It explores innovative financing models and aims to invest around 20 million euros to reduce CO2 emissions by around 20,000 tons per year and create about 100 jobs between 2013-2015 by optimizing energy service company (ESCO) models and building industry capacity. The province has long experience with energy efficiency and sustainable building initiatives and hopes this project can help convince local authorities to renovate buildings faster at a higher ambition level.
EPCC is a leading supercomputing center that is fully self-sustaining with over 110 staff. It provides national supercomputing resources and works with companies on high performance computing and data analytics projects. The Edinburgh and Southeast Scotland City Region Deal aims to make the region the "Data Capital of Europe" through a data driven innovation program. EPCC is central to this program and will host the new World Class Data Infrastructure, a high performance data center and resources to support work with large, complex datasets across various sectors. The infrastructure seeks to train regional workforce in data technologies and enable businesses to leverage data innovation.
This consultation seminar covered practical aspects of consultations and litigation tips. It discussed devising effective consultations by stating proposals and options, providing information on alternatives, and considering internal reports and advice. When stating proposals, it is important to not rule out options early and to disclose discarded options and high-level alternatives. For alternatives, links to options and a basic test are key, while information on rejected options, financial information, and the duty of inquiry are difficult areas, though courts are interested after Moseley. Internal reports and advice should be procured and the basic approach considered, especially in specialist courts. Litigation tips include providing thorough evidence for both substantive grounds and relief, engaging all stakeholders, and addressing any gaps, though
This document provides a summary of recent developments in UK planning and environmental law across several topics:
- Decision making processes must ensure fairness for all parties and allow for emerging issues to be considered.
- Heritage law gives a strong presumption against harm to listed buildings and conservation areas. Environmental assessments are still required for projects with local impacts.
- Green belt boundaries and appropriate development are interpreted narrowly in England. Welsh law gives more flexibility for balanced decisions.
- Enforcement powers allow for alternative proposals that still remedy breaches. Deception directly undermining planning will not be protected by time limits.
- Strategic environmental assessments must consider reasonable alternatives and objectives, with discretion given to decision makers. Public participation is
Il World Energy Inside è una pubblicazione mensile del World Energy Council (WEC) contenente interviste a rappresentanti del WEC e dei Comitati Nazionali, overview e aggiornamenti sulle attività recenti e future del WEC in tutto il mondo e, approfondimenti sulle ultime news in ambito energetico.
The state of the clt movement in the uk hannah fleetwoodCecileCLT
The document discusses the growth of community land trusts (CLTs) in England over the past two decades. It notes several pioneering CLTs established in the 1990s-2000s and outlines key factors that have helped foster the CLT sector since then, including the development of strong networks, funding opportunities, and support from local authorities and government. Recent announcements in 2013 allocated over £39 million in funding to support additional CLT and community-led housing projects. The future of CLTs in England looks bright, but continued joint working across groups and balancing grassroots involvement will be important for the sector.
The document discusses Ireland's participation in the European Union's Framework Programme for Research and Technological Development (FP7). It provides statistics on Ireland's success in securing funding from the first four calls of the FP7's Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) programme, with Irish organizations winning over €13 million out of €32 million total funding. It encourages Irish organizations to think bigger and take advantage of more aspects of the FP7 programme to support research and innovation.
Enterprise Europe Network | Snapshot presentation of South-west Bulgaria rene...Invest Northern Ireland
Enterprise Europe Network – Sector Group IE Meeting Belfast October 2016, Snapshot presentation of South-west Bulgaria renewable energy sector and trends, Plamen Todorov.
This document outlines Dr. Nicky Morrison's presentation on negotiating affordable housing in England. The presentation covers the context of England's affordable housing crisis, how the planning system works to secure affordable housing through negotiations with private developers, and the role of housing associations. It also provides an example of an innovative joint venture between a local authority and housing association to develop affordable housing. The presentation concludes by discussing potential cross-cultural lessons around securing affordable housing.
The document summarizes the European Platform for Citizen Investment in Renewable Energy (CITIZENERGY) project. The 3-year project aims to (1) develop an online platform as an EU-wide marketplace for citizens to invest in renewable energy projects, (2) boost citizen engagement and investment in RES projects by attracting over 100,000 visitors and informing/motivating thousands of citizens to invest, and (3) set up an EU stakeholder network on citizen renewable energy policy. The platform will be available in multiple languages and analyze different regulatory frameworks across EU states to provide tailored investment options.
The document discusses the ENGO Network on CCS, an informal network of environmental non-governmental organizations that aims to ensure CCS is deployed safely and effectively to combat climate change. It outlines the network's goals of regulating CCS to protect the environment while enabling its potential for emissions reductions. The document also provides policy recommendations to support CCS from several countries and regions, including establishing carbon pricing, regulating CCS deployment, and increasing public information about CCS safety.
John Powell
POLICY SEMINAR
The Future of the Commons
Co-organized by IFPRI, the International Association for the Study of the Commons (IASC), and the CGIAR Research Program on Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM)
Presentation by Anthony Probert (Bioregional) giving 'A quick insight into the development process for community-led housing', which he gave on behalf of the Brighton & Hove Community Land Trust on 20th April 2018. Watch the video from the presentation and find out more information here: https://bhclt.org.uk/understanding-planning-and-development-for-community-led-housing/
Nina Klein from Frankfurt Book Fair presented New European Media (NEM) activities. NEM is a leading initiative in the Convergence and Social Media domain. Main activities and aims of the NEM were presented to the audience.
Fiec presentation bcc conference - sofia -tonningEmil Hristov
This document discusses the construction industry in Europe, providing the following key points:
1. It provides an overview of FIEC, the European Construction Industry Federation, including its membership.
2. It presents some key figures on the state of the construction industry in Europe in 2016, such as total construction output and employment levels.
3. It identifies several challenges facing the industry, including an uncertain global economic environment, lack of public and private investment, and difficulties accessing financing and skilled workers. It also mentions opportunities from the Juncker Investment Plan and European Investment Projects Portal.
4. It discusses priorities for the future of EU Cohesion Policy post-2020, calling for an ambitious budget, improved technical assistance,
Presentation by Nicola Thomas (BHCLT) on 'Finding suitable property and land for community-led housing', which she gave on behalf of the Brighton & Hove Community Land Trust on 6th April 2018. Watch the video from the presentation and find out more information here: http://bhclt.org.uk/finding-suitable-property-and-land-for-community-led-housing/
The document discusses establishing a European Forest Risk Facility to enhance resilience to natural disturbances affecting European forests. It proposes a joint vision of promoting intelligent handling of disturbance-related risks through a network that enables knowledge sharing. The Facility would provide access to good practices, expertise, training and information exchange. It would work across disciplines through thematic nodes and collaboration with countries and organizations. Upcoming events organized by the SURE project will further the discussion on developing the Facility.
Europe 2014-2020: photonique, éclairages à diodesUNITEC
présentations de la Délégation générale Société de l’Information à la délégation d’Aquitains conduite par AEC, 30 janvier 2012: les technologies d'éclairage à diodes
The document discusses the ESCOLimburg2020 project in Limburg, Belgium, which aims to make the province climate neutral by 2020. The project works with municipalities to develop customized renovation plans for public buildings to achieve energy savings above 30% on average. It explores innovative financing models and aims to invest around 20 million euros to reduce CO2 emissions by around 20,000 tons per year and create about 100 jobs between 2013-2015 by optimizing energy service company (ESCO) models and building industry capacity. The province has long experience with energy efficiency and sustainable building initiatives and hopes this project can help convince local authorities to renovate buildings faster at a higher ambition level.
EPCC is a leading supercomputing center that is fully self-sustaining with over 110 staff. It provides national supercomputing resources and works with companies on high performance computing and data analytics projects. The Edinburgh and Southeast Scotland City Region Deal aims to make the region the "Data Capital of Europe" through a data driven innovation program. EPCC is central to this program and will host the new World Class Data Infrastructure, a high performance data center and resources to support work with large, complex datasets across various sectors. The infrastructure seeks to train regional workforce in data technologies and enable businesses to leverage data innovation.
This consultation seminar covered practical aspects of consultations and litigation tips. It discussed devising effective consultations by stating proposals and options, providing information on alternatives, and considering internal reports and advice. When stating proposals, it is important to not rule out options early and to disclose discarded options and high-level alternatives. For alternatives, links to options and a basic test are key, while information on rejected options, financial information, and the duty of inquiry are difficult areas, though courts are interested after Moseley. Internal reports and advice should be procured and the basic approach considered, especially in specialist courts. Litigation tips include providing thorough evidence for both substantive grounds and relief, engaging all stakeholders, and addressing any gaps, though
This document provides a summary of recent developments in UK planning and environmental law across several topics:
- Decision making processes must ensure fairness for all parties and allow for emerging issues to be considered.
- Heritage law gives a strong presumption against harm to listed buildings and conservation areas. Environmental assessments are still required for projects with local impacts.
- Green belt boundaries and appropriate development are interpreted narrowly in England. Welsh law gives more flexibility for balanced decisions.
- Enforcement powers allow for alternative proposals that still remedy breaches. Deception directly undermining planning will not be protected by time limits.
- Strategic environmental assessments must consider reasonable alternatives and objectives, with discretion given to decision makers. Public participation is
Environmental caselaw update - covering:: nuisance, costs and Aarhus, costs & nuisance claims, Article 9 of the Aarhus Convention and Costs,Communications ACCCC/2013/85 and 68 to the Aarhus Convention Compliance Committee,EIA/SEA and conservation, wild birds and habitats
This document provides a summary of recent planning case law updates across various topics:
- Enforcement cases clarified inspector's powers to grant alternative schemes and limitations period exceptions.
- Heritage cases established a strong presumption against harm to listed buildings and importance of meaningful consultation for conservation area designations.
- Green Belt cases confirmed policies are not an exhaustive list and aims to preserve openness.
- Housing cases focused on objectively assessed need, five year land supply calculations, and weight of policies.
- Neighbourhood planning saw expansion of case law specific to neighbourhood development plans and their examination.
This document summarizes ten notable environmental law cases from 2014-2015 in the UK. It discusses cases related to the Aarhus Convention on public participation in decision making, environmental impact assessments, private nuisance laws regarding waste and water discharge, conservation of wildlife, and challenges to fracking regulations. The cases examined issues such as what constitutes a "plan or programme" requiring strategic environmental assessment, compliance of costs rules with the Aarhus Convention, implications of recent nuisance law precedents, and the relevance of statutory authorizations to challenges of fracking projects.
Analyst and investor visit to ITER - 02 October 2014Atkins
This analyst presentation gives an overview of the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) project currently underway in southern France.
This presentation provides detail on the ITER organisation, development timetable, key challenges, facts and figures.
The ITER Project aims to demonstrate the scientific and technological feasibility of fusion power. It is an international cooperation between countries representing over 50% of the world's population. Zurich provides risk engineering services and an insurance program to the ITER Project consisting of three sections: EAR-CAR coverage during construction works, building coverage once in use, and third party liability coverage except for contamination. Zurich conducts biannual site visits and provides recommendations to improve safety.
This document discusses different types of offshore transmission investments and how to best regulate them. It identifies three types - shore to shore, farm to shore, and combined solutions. For shore to shore investments, current regulation is economically unsound but problems also exist onshore. Farm to shore sees regulatory experimentation to adapt frameworks to stronger economic features. Combined solutions face significant difficulties under current frameworks. The EU could play both soft and strong roles to help address issues through various means like guidelines, support schemes, technology roadmaps, and transmission planning.
AMEC is a large UK-based engineering firm with over 27,000 employees working in 40+ countries. It has extensive experience in nuclear power projects dating back to the 1950s, having played strategic roles in the design and construction of all civil nuclear power plants built in the UK. Some key points discussed include AMEC's involvement in introducing pressurized water reactor (PWR) technology to the UK through the Sizewell B project, changes made to generic nuclear designs through regulatory approval processes, and the importance of the licensee retaining primary responsibility for safety.
This document discusses funding sources and mechanisms for new nuclear build projects and decommissioning. It outlines that funding comes from various sources including government support through cash and guarantees, equity investment, debt financing including through export credit agencies, and revenue from contracts for differences and power purchase agreements. Decommissioning and waste are funded through dedicated funds that are often managed at a national level and pre-funded by utilities. The role of government involves supporting private development while ensuring sufficient funds for long-term liabilities. New nuclear projects require balancing regulatory and financing needs across multiple stakeholders including developers, owners and offtakers.
This document discusses financing models for nuclear power projects and the risks involved. It describes three models for government engagement: complete engagement where governments own projects and absorb risks; complete disengagement where private actors must take on risks; and a middle road where governments hedge some risks. Two US projects using the middle road of rate increases are proceeding, while others failed. The UK uses contracts that hedge electricity prices but not completion risks, requiring massive contingent equity funds. For new projects, sponsors may need to pass completion risks down the supply chain.
Conferencia: “Energías Renovables Marinas: Retos y oportunidades”, a cargo de Ignacio Martí, Director Técnico de ORE CATAPULT y Chairman del capítulo de Energía Eólica de la Agencia Internacional de la Energía.
TECNALIA #Perspectives2016 “Industria y Tecnología: Las oportunidades de la energía en el mar” es el título del evento que contó con la participación de Ignacio Martí, Director Técnico de ORE CATAPULT y Chairman del capítulo de Energía Eólica de la Agencia Internacional de la Energía.
También contamos con una mesa redonda de lujo de la mano de expertos de ORE CATAPULT, ADWEN, BIMEP, IBERDROLA, NAUTILUS, SINTEF, VICINAY, e investigadores de TECNALIA. Con ellos pudimos adentrarnos en las oportunidades de negocio que se derivan de la Energía en el Mar y las claves del impacto que esta tendrá en nuestro tejido empresarial.
Más información en http://www.tecnalia.com
Conferencia de Ignacio Martí, Director Técnico de ORE CATAPULT y Chairman del...Leire Agüero Suárez
Conferencia: “Energías Renovables Marinas: Retos y oportunidades”, a cargo de Ignacio Martí, Director Técnico de ORE CATAPULT y Chairman del capítulo de Energía Eólica de la Agencia Internacional de la Energía.
TECNALIA #Perspectives2016 “Industria y Tecnología: Las oportunidades de la energía en el mar” es el título del evento que contó con la participación de Ignacio Martí, Director Técnico de ORE CATAPULT y Chairman del capítulo de Energía Eólica de la Agencia Internacional de la Energía.
También contamos con una mesa redonda de lujo de la mano de expertos de ORE CATAPULT, ADWEN, BIMEP, IBERDROLA, NAUTILUS, SINTEF, VICINAY, e investigadores de TECNALIA. Con ellos pudimos adentrarnos en las oportunidades de negocio que se derivan de la Energía en el Mar y las claves del impacto que esta tendrá en nuestro tejido empresarial.
Más información en http://www.tecnalia.com
Development of public solar power plants in Germany and project for implement...infoclimateorg
The document discusses developing public solar power plants in Germany and Ukraine. In Germany, public participation in renewable energy projects has improved acceptance of the energy transition. Over 50% of renewable energy is supported by private households and farmers through small investments. Similarly, a project is proposed to research developing public solar power plants in Kiev through establishing an energy cooperative model and facilitating dialogue between German and Ukrainian citizens. The aims are to contribute to clean energy security, exchange technical knowledge, and demonstrate public funding models to advance the energy transition from the bottom up.
Roopur power plant and iran nuclear conflictImran Sajol
Roopur power plant and iran nuclear conflict
Rooppur Nuclear Power plant & Iran Nuclear Issue
Rooppur Nuclear Power plant
Imran
Rooppur Nuclear Power plant
Proposal was made in 1961 & approved in 1963
Total area needed- 253.90 acres
Will be made and funded by Russia
Estimated cost 12.6 Billion $
Two VVER-1200 reactor power Plant
Output 2.4GWe
Completed within 2025
Why Rooppur Power Plant is needed
Why Rooppur Power Plant is needed (Cont.)
Why Rooppur Power Plant is needed (Cont.)
Stable and Powerful Source
Continuously supply energy for long term
natural uranium can provide about 10000 times more energy than crude oil
Make a few amount of wastes compare to others
Transportation cost of raw material is also low for nuclear plant
Historical evidence of nuclear power plant accidents
afif
Accident at Chernobyl Nuclear Plant
INES level 7 (worst nuclear accident ever)
Happened due to technical problem
releasing radiation into the atmosphere and cutting off the flow of coolant into the reactor
Thirty-one deaths are directly attributed to the accident, all among the reactor staff and emergency workers
50 emergency workers who died soon after the accident from acute radiation syndrome
nine children who have died of thyroid cancer and 116,000 needed to be evacuated.
Accident at Fukushima Nuclear Plant
Following a major earthquake, a 15-metre tsunami disabled the power supply and cooling of three Fukushima Daiichi reactors
INES Level 5
Four reactors were written off due to damage in the accident
No Death or sickness causes of radiation but 1000 died for the evacuation process
Over 100000 peopled needed to be evacuated
Conflict regarding Financial Issue
1 Rooppur Power Plant = 2 Coal Plant + 3 Padma Bridge
Maintenance and Operation cost will be 200 Million dollar per year for the next 40 years.
90% of the cost is loaned from Russian govt. and Uranium will be brought from Russia also.
It is actually a “cost plus” contract
All the repair and maintenance cost have to be provided by Bangladesh Government
Conflict regarding planning
Technology- “Pressurized water reactor” is outdated and unsafe according to specialist
Established near “Farakka Barrage”- get less water in summer season for cooling purpose
Cant tolerate a high level of earthquake
Lack of safe zone surrounding the area (50 Miles)
Difficulties should be faced to evacuate surrounding place in case of any accident
Threat of Terrorist and hacking
Conflict in operation level
Lack of expert and technical manpower
Lack of an institutional and regulatory framework
Unsettled price of fuel
Poor Management of spent fuel
Conflict regarding environmental Impact of Nuclear Power Plant
Impact on Land
Impact on Water
Impact on Human Health & Animal
Impact on forests
Environmental Effects
Waste Disposal
Radioactive waste
This presentation summarizes energy trends in the European Union. It is presented by three specialists on energy in the EU: Antonio Merola on EU energy trends and policy, Khaldon Evans on renewable energy, and Christopher Lipp on nuclear power in France and Germany. The presentation covers: [1] an overview of nuclear power sources in different EU countries, focusing on the divergent approaches of France, which relies heavily on nuclear power, and Germany, which is phasing it out; [2] factors influencing decision making around energy sources; and [3] shifts toward renewable wind and solar power in the EU and factors driving adoption at the individual level.
The document discusses net zero hospitals and provides strategies for achieving net zero energy use in hospitals. It begins with defining what net zero means and then outlines a 5-step approach: 1) reducing user demand through behavior change; 2) reducing energy demand through measures like insulation and efficient equipment; 3) applying sustainable energy sources like solar and wind; 4) implementing energy exchange and storage systems; and 5) efficiently using any remaining fossil fuels. Specific measures for each step are also discussed. Cities in the UK and examples of large net zero buildings are presented to show that net zero is achievable even for large facilities like hospitals.
The White Rose CCS project will capture and store 2 million tonnes per year of carbon dioxide from a new 448 megawatt oxyfuel power plant located at Drax power station in North Yorkshire. The captured CO2 will be transported via pipeline and permanently stored underground in a saline aquifer offshore. The project aims to demonstrate carbon capture and storage technology at commercial scale and help develop regional infrastructure for transporting and storing 17 million tonnes per year of CO2. The project owners and developers include Drax, Alstom, BOC, National Grid, and Occidental Petroleum, companies with relevant expertise in power generation, industrial gases, pipeline infrastructure and sub-surface storage. The White Rose project is on track for
Does the permitting process in France need a further overhaul?BVG Associates
Presentation given by Mike Blanch and Clare Davis at MRE Manche in October 2015 on the permitting process in France and comparing it with other countries
Practical Energy Efficiency, Design, Engineering and AuditingLiving Online
Reducing the energy costs at one’s facility must surely be of the most effective and achievable strategies for lowering operating costs. This workshop gives you practical tools to identify and implement programs and projects to reduce energy consumption in the most effective and practical ways. You will be provided with the skills and latest knowledge on proven methods of making real savings in your energy bills. You can start such programs as soon as you wish, and start saving immediately thereafter.
You will be greatly surprised at the levels of energy losses and poor efficiency of some of the devices in your facility that consume power when the facility is operational. You will also be greatly surprised at the energy consumption of your facility when it is not operational.
MORE INFORMATION: http://www.idc-online.com/content/energy-efficiency-design-engineering-and-auditing-13
This document provides the United Kingdom's fifth national report on compliance with the Joint Convention on the Safety of Spent Fuel Management and the Safety of Radioactive Waste Management. It summarizes significant developments in the UK's regulatory framework and nuclear industry since the previous report in 2011, including the establishment of the Office for Nuclear Regulation as an independent statutory body and the publication of a White Paper on implementing geological disposal of higher activity radioactive waste. The report also addresses feedback from the previous Joint Convention review meeting and demonstrates how the UK meets the requirements of the Joint Convention.
This document provides a summary of recent planning case law updates covering the following topics:
1. Enforcement cases relating to inspectors' powers and the Welwyn principle.
2. Procedural fairness cases on matters arising during inquiries and notification of hearings.
3. Housing cases on the duty to comply with the development plan, approaches to land supply calculations, determining housing need, and policy compliance.
4. Development plan making cases on the soundness of plans and consideration of housing needs.
5. Decision making cases on planning obligations, education contributions, and design considerations.
The document summarizes recent cases related to planning and environmental law across various topics:
- Decision making and fairness cases focused on when new issues can be raised and procedural fairness.
- Heritage cases clarified that statutory tests for listed buildings create a strong presumption against harm even if less than substantial, and that conservation area designations depend on characteristics like public access.
- Green Belt cases established that the NPPF exceptions lists are closed and that proposals map still defines the Green Belt even if policies lapse.
- Housing cases addressed land supply calculations, giving weight to objectively assessed needs, and when housing supply policies conflict with the NPPF.
The document summarizes several roadblocks to international arbitration in India and proposed reforms. It discusses issues like judicial intervention in foreign-seated arbitrations, anti-arbitration injunctions, enforcement of foreign awards, incentives for frivolous litigation, and the unruly concept of public policy. It analyzes relevant cases and outlines reforms proposed by the Law Commission to address these issues, such as clarifying applicable law, establishing timeframes, and implementing a mandatory costs regime. The goal is to make India a more arbitration-friendly jurisdiction and reduce incentives for dilatory tactics.
NHS contracting and procurement in an age of austerity. The document discusses city devolution and clinical commissioning group co-commissioning. It addresses perceived problems, the principle of subsidiarity, limits to statutory powers and delegation, and pitfalls of clinical commissioning group co-commissioning. Questions are posed at the end regarding the topics covered.
The document provides a summary of recent legal updates related to planning and environment law in the UK. It discusses several notable cases related to topics such as enforcement, heritage, development planning, neighbourhood plans, green belt designations, housing, and environmental impact assessments (EIAs). For example, it summarizes a case that clarified an inspector's power to grant permission for a lesser development scheme when enforcing a larger one. It also discusses cases related to conservation area designations, interpreting saved policies, and the tests for assessing neighbourhood development plans.
This document provides a summary of case law updates related to freedom of information and data protection from 2015. It discusses several cases related to personal data exemptions under FOIA and definitions of personal data. It also summarizes cases related to vexatious requests, damages for data protection breaches, and environmental information charges. The document analyzes these legal issues and precedents set in multiple UK court rulings during that year.
This document summarizes current issues in local authority governance in the UK. It discusses the abolition of standards committees and their replacement with general codes of conduct and independent persons. It also examines legal issues around pre-determination, the conduct of local authority meetings, transparency requirements, and recent reforms to local audit and accountability through the Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014.
This document provides a summary of recent case law updates related to planning and environment topics. Key cases are summarized under the following topics: enforcement, heritage, green belt, decision-making and fairness, development plan-making, neighbourhood plans, housing, EIA/SEA, habitats, nuisance, air quality, and environmental sentencing. Notable cases provide guidance on interpreting the National Planning Policy Framework and considerations around housing need assessments, green belt development, listed buildings, and procedural fairness in decision-making.
The Insurance Act 2015 (IA 2015) comes into force on August 12, 2016 and applies to non-consumer contracts of insurance governed by English law. It introduces several key changes, including modifying the insured's pre-contractual duty from utmost good faith to a duty to make a "fair presentation of risk." It also abolishes the insurer's power to avoid the contract for a breach of utmost good faith, instead providing proportionate remedies for a breach of the duty to make a fair presentation. Warranties will operate as suspensive conditions only during the period of breach. The Act also establishes a statutory regime for fraudulent claims. Contracting out is permitted if disadvantageous terms are transparently presented.
This document summarizes the statutory liabilities and key issues regarding long-term nuclear energy liabilities in the UK. Presently, nuclear operators are liable for damage to third party property and personal injury for up to 10 years. New draft legislation would extend liability to 30 years for personal injury and add liability for economic loss and environmental damage. Key interpretation issues include defining "significant impairment of the environment", "measures of reinstatement", "direct economic interest", and "preventative measures". The document also outlines parties that could be affected like claimants, operators, suppliers, insurers, and the government.
This document discusses a panel on achieving justice and human rights in an era of climate disruption. It summarizes the context of climate change as the biggest challenge of all time and outlines definitions and structure of the discussion. The panel addresses emerging issues in climate change justice, state and corporate responsibility, legal issues, and recommendations for advancing protections and addressing challenges through proposed statutes and international agreements.
Global energy demand is projected to grow by around 30% between now and 2035. Fossil fuels will remain the dominant source but their share of the energy mix will decline slightly as renewables grow rapidly. The world's energy system is set to undergo significant change in the coming decades as countries seek to meet rising demand for energy access, economic growth and development while reducing emissions.
This interactive session looked at developments in adjudication enforcement decisions, including a panel discussion / debate on:
- Adjudication generally
- The implications of the Human Rights Act
This document discusses State Aid under EU law. State Aid refers to assistance from Member State resources that distorts competition. It is prohibited under Article 107 TFEU, subject to exceptions under Articles 107(2) and 107(3). The European Commission reviews existing aid and can require states to alter or abolish aid that distorts competition. If states do not comply, the Commission can refer them to the European Court of Justice. State aid decisions can result in recovery orders requiring repayment of illegal aid over 10 years with interest. The document then discusses applications to tax, including tax rulings challenged by the Commission, and achieving certainty in state aid decisions going forward.
The document provides an overview of the costs budgeting approach under the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and associated Practice Directions. It discusses key aspects of the costs management process including exchanging and filing budgets, making costs management orders, taking approved budgets into account during assessments, revising budgets, and examples of cases where courts have considered costs budgets. The document aims to guide practitioners on properly following the costs budgeting process and factors courts will consider when reviewing and approving costs budgets.
Court of Protection Judicial authorisation of deprivation of liberty39 Essex Chambers
(1) Two recent decisions of the President of the Court of Protection outline interim processes for authorizing deprivations of liberty, including streamlined procedures and new forms.
(2) Key features of the interim process include allowing authorization without an oral hearing in all cases, clear guidance on evidence required, and not requiring the person's representation.
(3) Regarding representation of the person, there is no requirement that the person be joined as a party or have a litigation friend, but reconsideration of authorization can be requested by the person or others interested in their welfare.
The document outlines the six things the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) must show to issue a monetary penalty notice for a data protection contravention: 1) A contravention of data protection principles, 2) The contravention was serious, 3) It was likely to cause substantial damage or distress, 4) The entity knew or should have known about the issue and failed to take reasonable steps, 5) A monetary penalty notice is appropriate, and 6) A notice of intent was properly served. It then provides further details on some of these criteria, such as distinguishing the contravention from the trigger incident and factors considered for "likely to cause substantial damage or distress."
Receivership and liquidation Accounts
Being a Paper Presented at Business Recovery and Insolvency Practitioners Association of Nigeria (BRIPAN) on Friday, August 18, 2023.
सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने यह भी माना था कि मजिस्ट्रेट का यह कर्तव्य है कि वह सुनिश्चित करे कि अधिकारी पीएमएलए के तहत निर्धारित प्रक्रिया के साथ-साथ संवैधानिक सुरक्षा उपायों का भी उचित रूप से पालन करें।
Matthew Professional CV experienced Government LiaisonMattGardner52
As an experienced Government Liaison, I have demonstrated expertise in Corporate Governance. My skill set includes senior-level management in Contract Management, Legal Support, and Diplomatic Relations. I have also gained proficiency as a Corporate Liaison, utilizing my strong background in accounting, finance, and legal, with a Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from California State University. My Administrative Skills further strengthen my ability to contribute to the growth and success of any organization.
This document briefly explains the June compliance calendar 2024 with income tax returns, PF, ESI, and important due dates, forms to be filled out, periods, and who should file them?.
Guide on the use of Artificial Intelligence-based tools by lawyers and law fi...Massimo Talia
This guide aims to provide information on how lawyers will be able to use the opportunities provided by AI tools and how such tools could help the business processes of small firms. Its objective is to provide lawyers with some background to understand what they can and cannot realistically expect from these products. This guide aims to give a reference point for small law practices in the EU
against which they can evaluate those classes of AI applications that are probably the most relevant for them.
Sangyun Lee, 'Why Korea's Merger Control Occasionally Fails: A Public Choice ...Sangyun Lee
Presentation slides for a session held on June 4, 2024, at Kyoto University. This presentation is based on the presenter’s recent paper, coauthored with Hwang Lee, Professor, Korea University, with the same title, published in the Journal of Business Administration & Law, Volume 34, No. 2 (April 2024). The paper, written in Korean, is available at <https://shorturl.at/GCWcI>.
What are the common challenges faced by women lawyers working in the legal pr...lawyersonia
The legal profession, which has historically been male-dominated, has experienced a significant increase in the number of women entering the field over the past few decades. Despite this progress, women lawyers continue to encounter various challenges as they strive for top positions.
Business law for the students of undergraduate level. The presentation contains the summary of all the chapters under the syllabus of State University, Contract Act, Sale of Goods Act, Negotiable Instrument Act, Partnership Act, Limited Liability Act, Consumer Protection Act.
Genocide in International Criminal Law.pptxMasoudZamani13
Excited to share insights from my recent presentation on genocide! 💡 In light of ongoing debates, it's crucial to delve into the nuances of this grave crime.
The Future of Criminal Defense Lawyer in India.pdfveteranlegal
https://veteranlegal.in/defense-lawyer-in-india/ | Criminal defense Lawyer in India has always been a vital aspect of the country's legal system. As defenders of justice, criminal Defense Lawyer play a critical role in ensuring that individuals accused of crimes receive a fair trial and that their constitutional rights are protected. As India evolves socially, economically, and technologically, the role and future of criminal Defense Lawyer are also undergoing significant changes. This comprehensive blog explores the current landscape, challenges, technological advancements, and prospects for criminal Defense Lawyer in India.
2. The Global Picture: reactors under construction
Source: IAEA Power Reactor Information System - 2013
Under Construction Reactors
3. Operational reactors by age
• Source: IAEA Power Reactor Information System - 2013
Operational Reactors by Age
4. The challenges
• Construction risk – huge and complex projects
• Economic uncertainty as to future energy prices
• Safety – ever more exacting standards in a post-
Fukushima environment
• Political risk – anti-nuclear sentiment, e.g.
Germany
• Liabilities – both for accidents and for long term
management of wastes
5. The financing environment
• Shift from model of government owned and
sponsored projects to private finance
• First of a kind technology
• No consistent financial model
• Constraints on financing by World Bank, IFC
• Requirements of vendor financing
• Importance of de-risking the project
6. Olkiluoto-3
• Construction began August 2005, projected online by
end 2018
• World’s largest nuclear arbitration – currently €3.4bn by
contractor consortium and €2.3bn by utility
7. Economic de-risking
• The UK arrangements with EDF on strike price
• Commission concluded measures with
modifications were compatible with EU State Aid
rules (October 2014)
• Decision subject to challenge by Austria and by
German co-operative founded by Greenpeace
• Implications for final investment decision
9. Safety
• Consequences of Fukushima
• Disruption of programmes
• Stress testing of existing reactors
• Greater focus on safety in new build
10. Liability
• Fukushima predicted costs
now $105bn
• Includes $47bn
compensation to affected
residents
• $23bn clean-up costs
• Ruling for payment of
$472,000 to widower whose
wife committed suicide
11. Nuclear plants and earthquake activity
39 Essex Chambers LLP is a governance and holding entity and a limited liability partnership registered in England and Wales (registered number 0C360005) with its registered
office at 39 Essex Street, London WC2R 3AT. 39 Essex Chambers‘ members provide legal and advocacy services as independent, self-employed barristers and no entity connected
with 39 Essex Chambers provides any legal services. 39 Essex Chambers (Services) Limited manages the administrative, operational and support functions of Chambers and is a
company incorporated in England and Wales (company number 7385894) with its registered office at 39 Essex Street, London WC2R 3AT