http://www.pattinson.co.uk/The ECOLOGY news and information60http://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Cyprus_IPT_scam_exposed.htmA scam involving Immovable Property Tax is on the rise in Cyprus...Tue, 08 Apr 2008 12:50:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Homeowners_in_new_quake_alert.htmHomeowners need to beware of unseen damage caused by the UK's recent earthquake...Fri, 29 Feb 2008 12:51:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Tsunami_alert_for_Cosa_Nostra_Country.htmSouthern Italy could be at risk from a devastating Tsunami...Tue, 12 Feb 2008 12:51:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Buyers_prefer_to_be_close_to_home.htmLiving close to our ?nearest and dearest' is becoming a top priority for house-hunters...Thu, 13 Dec 2007 12:53:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Sustainable_homes_milestone_for_Scotland.htmFully sustainablem zero carbon homes will come to Scotland in 2008...Fri, 07 Dec 2007 12:53:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/First_zero_carbon_homes_to_be_built_in_Scotland.htmPlans to build the first Scottish sustainable homes in zero carbon standard have been unveiled...Thu, 06 Dec 2007 12:53:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/The_myth_of_Wind_Farm_price_erosion.htmThe perceived negative impact of wind farms on property prices may be a myth, say surveyors...Tue, 13 Nov 2007 12:53:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Zero_carbon_homes_failure.htmThe Government is failing to achieve its directive on zero carbon homes...Wed, 17 Oct 2007 12:54:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Romanias_little_Paris_excites_investors.htmThe bustling city of Bucharest continues to attract overseas investors... Wed, 03 Oct 2007 12:54:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Brits_dabbling_in_the_Dominican.htmMRI Overseas Property has seen a leap in demand for overseas properties on the island...Wed, 03 Oct 2007 12:54:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Crete_Island_of_wonderful_contrasts.htmThe island of Crete is known for its year round sun, unspoilt beaches and dramatic coastline... Wed, 03 Oct 2007 12:54:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/NZ_faces_triple_climate_threat.htmWater security, natural ecosystems and coastal communities are at risk in New Zealand...Wed, 26 Sep 2007 12:54:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Government_risks_missing_CO2_housing_targets.htmThe Government is at risk of failing to meet CO2 targets on new housing, reports Jon Land in www.24dash.com...Fri, 21 Sep 2007 12:54:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/New_proposals_to_boost_house-building.htmHousing and Planning Minister Yvette Cooper has unveiled a major £500m package of proposals to accelerate the building of the homes families and first-time buyers desperately need...Wed, 19 Sep 2007 12:54:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Turbine_tax_woe_for_eco-owners.htmHomeowners who invest in green energy may find themselves paying for the privilege...Thu, 06 Sep 2007 12:54:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Euro_ski_resorts_under_threat.htmClimate change is threatening Europe's lucrative skiing trade...Thu, 06 Sep 2007 12:54:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Montenegros_amazing_growth_potential.htmExperts have predicted that property prices in Montenegro will soar by 50% in the next year...Thu, 06 Sep 2007 12:54:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Call_for_new_green_homes_action.htmPlanning laws should be relaxed to allow people to install green energy sources in their homes...Wed, 29 Aug 2007 12:55:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Euro_news_fuels_Cypriot_property_boom.htmIncreased interest in Cypriot property listed on TheMoveChannel.com has pushed the holiday hotspot up 3 places to break into the Top of the Props Top 5!...Fri, 24 Aug 2007 12:55:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Greening_new_build_around_the_world.htmWith the world feeling the effects of climate change, developers around the world are becoming ever more aware of the need reduce their carbon emissions...Mon, 06 Aug 2007 12:56:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/SW_home_owners_urged_to_sign_up_to_flood_defences.htmThe Environment Agency has renewed its appeal for people to sign-up to the free Flood Warnings Direct system...Mon, 06 Aug 2007 12:56:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Brits_go_green_in_Solar_Spain.htmBrits buying property in Spain will join the ongoing, solar powered 'green revolution'...Mon, 30 Jul 2007 12:56:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Flood_advice_for_homeowners.htmWith more flooding expected, Nationwide offers tips for homeowners who could be affected...Wed, 25 Jul 2007 12:56:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Environmental_renaissance_for_homes.htmEnvironmentally-friendly homes are set to become commonplace within the next 20 years...Mon, 16 Jul 2007 12:56:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Conservation_boost_for_Brazil_investors.htmThe World Bank has approved a $10 million grant to Brazil for environmental conservation...Thu, 28 Jun 2007 12:56:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/New_homes_to_be_zero_emission.htmThe majority of newly built homes in the UK should be "zero-carbon" by 2016...Fri, 22 Jun 2007 12:56:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Banskos_most_exclusive_development_to_date.htmOne of Bansko's only ski-in/ski-out developments, Pirin Springs offers a fantastic 6% rental guarantee for 2 years... Tue, 19 Jun 2007 12:56:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/First_zero-emission_home_unveiled.htmThe UK has unveiled its first zero emission home...Fri, 15 Jun 2007 12:56:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Blue_flag_beach_party.htm2682 beaches worldwide have received prestigious blue flag awards...Mon, 11 Jun 2007 12:56:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/National_emergency_hits_Italian_coast.htmA ship carrying top Italian scientists has set out on a mission to find 10,000-year-old sand... Fri, 08 Jun 2007 12:56:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Bulgaria_and_Romanias_bridge_of_hope.htmThe historic Danube Bridge II began its construction yesterday, bringing Romania and Bulgaria closer together, reports the Bulgarian News Agency...Thu, 17 May 2007 12:56:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Tourists_defiling_the_Dales.htmThe Yorkshire Dales Society estimates that visitors in cars are responsible for 38,400 tonnes of carbon dioxide each year, reports the Yorkshire Post...Mon, 16 Apr 2007 13:58:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Climate_change_catastrophic_for_coastal_Aussies.htmCoastal residents could soon suffer the effect of climate change if homes become uninsurable against severe weather caused by global warming, a new report warns...Wed, 11 Apr 2007 13:58:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Planners_order_demolition_of_dream_house.htmA £400,000 house built without planning permission in a picturesque village must be knocked down, reports The Guardian...Thu, 05 Apr 2007 13:58:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/NZ_becoming_a_pariah_destination.htmRising environmental guilt could create a serious problem for New Zealand's $7 billion tourism industry, claims TVNZ...Tue, 03 Apr 2007 13:58:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Climate_change_warning_for_homeowners.htmAllied Surveyors warns homeowners of the potential damage the changing climate could be doing to their home... Mon, 02 Apr 2007 13:58:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Wind_farm_property_price_impact_is_a_myth.htmThe perceived negative impact of wind farms on property prices may be a myth, say surveyors...Thu, 29 Mar 2007 13:58:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/London_sewage_tunnel_gets_breath_of_fresh_air.htmLondon crosses a significant hurdle towards the River Thames being free from weekly sewage discharges by way of an agreement for a 30km long Thames tunnel...Fri, 23 Mar 2007 13:58:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/5_sizzling_hotspots_for_summer_2007.htmRightmove Overseas explain their top five overseas property hotspot choices to look out for this summer...Tue, 20 Mar 2007 13:59:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/20000_the_environmental_cost_of_every_home.htmThe hidden costs of environmental infrastructure could add £20 billion to plans for housing growth in England and Wales...Tue, 20 Mar 2007 13:59:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/You_cut_my_house_bills_and_Ill_go_greener.htmHomebuyers are prepared to pay for greener homes, but want something in return...Mon, 19 Mar 2007 13:59:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Flood_check_warning_on_March_47_anniversary.htmThe Environment Agency is urging people to check if they are at risk of flooding on the anniversary some of the most devastating floods seen in the UK... Thu, 15 Mar 2007 13:59:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Interest_in_Brazil_is_going_nuts.htmInterest in Brazil from visitors to TheMoveChannel.com has been really hotting up since last November, bringing the Latin American giant to 8th position in this month's Top of the Props chart...Wed, 14 Mar 2007 13:59:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Flood_land_rethink_to_protect_homes.htm?Turquoise belts' around waterways are set to become a planning tool to protect homes from flooding... Tue, 13 Mar 2007 13:59:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/House_builders_set_to_miss_green_target.htmThe UK will not meet its green housing targets, mortgage advisors believe...Tue, 06 Mar 2007 13:59:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Planners_standing_firm_against_on-shore_wind.htmPlanners have been refusing on-shore wind turbine schemes and, according to the British Wind Energy Association, scuppering the UK's renewable energy target...Mon, 05 Mar 2007 13:59:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/East_End_rivers_get_Olympic_go_for_gold.htmA new lock will open up waterways around the Olympic Park area to construction and passenger transport for the 2012 games...Fri, 02 Mar 2007 13:59:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Green_funding_farce.htmHomeowners looking to take advantage of the government's flagship green grant scheme had just 90 minutes to get their applications in yesterday before the month's green allocation turned into a dry well...Fri, 02 Mar 2007 13:59:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Small_raindrops_make_big_puddles.htmMuch urban land is wasted, says new research, with many councils failing to deal with neglected sites, including underused car parks and former industrial land...Wed, 28 Feb 2007 13:59:00 GMThttp://www.pattinson.co.uk/public/content/articles/Thailand_property_market_overview.htmThe Thai property market continues to thrive with sophisticated destinations like Phuket leading the way...Tue, 27 Feb 2007 13:59:00 GMT