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The Energy Bill has finished its passage through the House of Commons today. It is still inadequate. The Bill, which now goes back to the Lords, will not ensure that the Green Deal, the Government’s flagship energy efficiency policy, is taken up.

Start is an initiative inspired by HRH The Prince of Wales which aims to reach out to as many people as possible with the message that sustainability is something that everyone can be part of and - like every great journey - can 'start' with a single step.

The Energy Bill has been delayed. Ministers will now have the opportunity to correct the inadequacies with the Green Deal that will cause the UK to fail to meet its emissions targets under the Climate Change Act.

Here is the another water blog by Rose Timlett, WWF's policy officer on water.

Late last month, we enjoyed our first barbeque of the year on the unfortunately-yellowing Common outside our flat. This may seem late as we've already enjoyed some glorious weather. March was unusually warm, there were few April showers, and by May, gardens were in full bloom, tricked by the sunshine to show their wares early. The Met Office has confirmed that in the south and east of England, this has been the driest spring in 100 years.

It’s that time of year again.  Speculation builds on what is going to happen to our taxes, what will happen to fuel duty and then on Budget Day the Government claims the Budget will help the environment.

The Second Reading of the Energy Bill is taking place today in the House of Lords from about 11.40am. 

The last couple of years have seen huge interest in tackling the energy use and carbon emissions of the UK’s existing housing stock, and it’s been a real pleasure to be a part of that movement. I’ve met some amazing people from the public, private and NGO sectors but few more inspirational than the homeowners who are leading the way.