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041 0 _aeng
100 1 _aFalconer, Heather
245 0 0 _aGenerating a high-powered debate on renewable energy
260 _c2007
490 _aFacilities Management
_v15(3) December 2007, 10-13(4)
520 _aReports that Government backing for the controversial planning policy known as the Merton Rule is in doubt. The policy as originally adopted by the London Borough of Merton requires new developments of over 500 square meters to achieve 10% carbon emission reduction through on-site renewables. 20 local planning authorities have adopted similar plans, and up to 150 others intend to follow suit. Appraises the debate as to the rule's usefulness, which has been reopened by speculation that the Government may withdraw its backing for the rule. Provides an overview of the various options and technologies available for on-site renewables.
590 _aKA
650 2 4 _aENERGY ACT 2004
651 4 _aUnited Kingdom
_y
690 _aENVIRONMENTAL AND LAND CONSULTANCY-PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT-DEVELOPMENT CONTROL
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