Latest ECOLOGY News and Information

Cyprus IPT scam exposed - (Ecology)
A scam involving Immovable Property Tax is on the rise in Cyprus... ... more

Homeowners in new quake alert - (Ecology)
Homeowners need to beware of unseen damage caused by the UK's recent earthquake... ... more

Tsunami alert for Cosa Nostra Country - (Ecology)
Southern Italy could be at risk from a devastating Tsunami... ... more

Buyers prefer to be close to home - (Ecology)
Living close to our ?nearest and dearest' is becoming a top priority for house-hunters... ... more

Sustainable homes milestone for Scotland - (Ecology)
Fully sustainablem zero carbon homes will come to Scotland in 2008... ... more

First zero carbon homes to be built in Scotland - (Ecology)
Plans to build the first Scottish sustainable homes in zero carbon standard have been unveiled... ... more

The myth of Wind Farm price erosion - (Ecology)
The perceived negative impact of wind farms on property prices may be a myth, say surveyors... ... more

Zero carbon homes failure - (Ecology)
The Government is failing to achieve its directive on zero carbon homes... ... more

Romanias little Paris excites investors - (Ecology)
The bustling city of Bucharest continues to attract overseas investors... ... more

Brits dabbling in the Dominican - (Ecology)
MRI Overseas Property has seen a leap in demand for overseas properties on the island... ... more

Crete Island of wonderful contrasts - (Ecology)
The island of Crete is known for its year round sun, unspoilt beaches and dramatic coastline... ... more

NZ faces triple climate threat - (Ecology)
Water security, natural ecosystems and coastal communities are at risk in New Zealand... ... more

Government risks missing CO2 housing targets - (Ecology)
The Government is at risk of failing to meet CO2 targets on new housing, reports Jon Land in www.24dash.com... ... more

New proposals to boost house-building - (Ecology)
Housing 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... ... more

Turbine tax woe for eco-owners - (Ecology)
Homeowners who invest in green energy may find themselves paying for the privilege... ... more

Euro ski resorts under threat - (Ecology)
Climate change is threatening Europe's lucrative skiing trade... ... more

Montenegros amazing growth potential - (Ecology)
Experts have predicted that property prices in Montenegro will soar by 50% in the next year... ... more

Call for new green homes action - (Ecology)
Planning laws should be relaxed to allow people to install green energy sources in their homes... ... more

Euro news fuels Cypriot property boom - (Ecology)
Increased 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!... ... more

Greening new build around the world - (Ecology)
With the world feeling the effects of climate change, developers around the world are becoming ever more aware of the need reduce their carbon emissions... ... more

SW home owners urged to sign up to flood defences - (Ecology)
The Environment Agency has renewed its appeal for people to sign-up to the free Flood Warnings Direct system... ... more

Brits go green in Solar Spain - (Ecology)
Brits buying property in Spain will join the ongoing, solar powered 'green revolution'... ... more

Flood advice for homeowners - (Ecology)
With more flooding expected, Nationwide offers tips for homeowners who could be affected... ... more

Environmental renaissance for homes - (Ecology)
Environmentally-friendly homes are set to become commonplace within the next 20 years... ... more

Conservation boost for Brazil investors - (Ecology)
The World Bank has approved a $10 million grant to Brazil for environmental conservation... ... more

New homes to be zero emission - (Ecology)
The majority of newly built homes in the UK should be "zero-carbon" by 2016... ... more

Banskos most exclusive development to date - (Ecology)
One of Bansko's only ski-in/ski-out developments, Pirin Springs offers a fantastic 6% rental guarantee for 2 years... ... more

First zero-emission home unveiled - (Ecology)
The UK has unveiled its first zero emission home... ... more

Blue flag beach party - (Ecology)
2682 beaches worldwide have received prestigious blue flag awards... ... more

National emergency hits Italian coast - (Ecology)
A ship carrying top Italian scientists has set out on a mission to find 10,000-year-old sand... ... more

Bulgaria and Romanias bridge of hope - (Ecology)
The historic Danube Bridge II began its construction yesterday, bringing Romania and Bulgaria closer together, reports the Bulgarian News Agency... ... more

Tourists defiling the Dales - (Ecology)
The Yorkshire Dales Society estimates that visitors in cars are responsible for 38,400 tonnes of carbon dioxide each year, reports the Yorkshire Post... ... more

Climate change catastrophic for coastal Aussies - (Ecology)
Coastal residents could soon suffer the effect of climate change if homes become uninsurable against severe weather caused by global warming, a new report warns... ... more

Planners order demolition of dream house - (Ecology)
A £400,000 house built without planning permission in a picturesque village must be knocked down, reports The Guardian... ... more

NZ becoming a pariah destination - (Ecology)
Rising environmental guilt could create a serious problem for New Zealand's $7 billion tourism industry, claims TVNZ... ... more

Climate change warning for homeowners - (Ecology)
Allied Surveyors warns homeowners of the potential damage the changing climate could be doing to their home... ... more

Wind farm property price impact is a myth - (Ecology)
The perceived negative impact of wind farms on property prices may be a myth, say surveyors... ... more

London sewage tunnel gets breath of fresh air - (Ecology)
London 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... ... more

5 sizzling hotspots for summer 2007 - (Ecology)
Rightmove Overseas explain their top five overseas property hotspot choices to look out for this summer... ... more

20000 the environmental cost of every home - (Ecology)
The hidden costs of environmental infrastructure could add £20 billion to plans for housing growth in England and Wales... ... more

You cut my house bills and Ill go greener - (Ecology)
Homebuyers are prepared to pay for greener homes, but want something in return... ... more

Flood check warning on March 47 anniversary - (Ecology)
The 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... ... more

Interest in Brazil is going nuts - (Ecology)
Interest 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... ... more

Flood land rethink to protect homes - (Ecology)
?Turquoise belts' around waterways are set to become a planning tool to protect homes from flooding... ... more

House builders set to miss green target - (Ecology)
The UK will not meet its green housing targets, mortgage advisors believe... ... more

Planners standing firm against on-shore wind - (Ecology)
Planners have been refusing on-shore wind turbine schemes and, according to the British Wind Energy Association, scuppering the UK's renewable energy target... ... more

East End rivers get Olympic go for gold - (Ecology)
A new lock will open up waterways around the Olympic Park area to construction and passenger transport for the 2012 games... ... more

Green funding farce - (Ecology)
Homeowners 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... ... more

Small raindrops make big puddles - (Ecology)
Much urban land is wasted, says new research, with many councils failing to deal with neglected sites, including underused car parks and former industrial land... ... more

Thailand property market overview - (Ecology)
The Thai property market continues to thrive with sophisticated destinations like Phuket leading the way... ... more

Crete sun shines on holiday homes investors - (Ecology)
For those looking for a holiday home away from the Costas, Crete is also fast becoming a good investment, reports the HomeBuyer Show... ... more

Building firms launch green council - (Ecology)
Some of the UK's leading building firms are joining forces to limit the environmental impact of the nation's homes and offices... ... more

Young investors choose Spain for home in the sun - (Ecology)
Younger families are flocking to buy second homes in Spain, reports SmartNewHomes.com... ... more

Homeowners think green with their wallets - (Ecology)
Homeowners have become green but only to save money ? not the planet... ... more

Wind power could supply whole countys demand - (Ecology)
Darling gives go-ahead for Thames Estuary 500MW green energy project... ... more

Has the Spanish coast had its day in the sun - (Ecology)
Brits and other overseas investors are moving away from the traditional Spanish coastal resorts and are looking to buy further inland, reports www.1casa.com... ... more

700 eco-homes for Epsoms disused hospitals - (Ecology)
A development of new homes that could cut carbon emissions by up to 50% is planned for Epsom... ... more

Home info packs in eco-unfriendly claim - (Ecology)
The government proposal to include the home energy certificate with sellers' details is branded ?carbon-irresponsible? by anti-pack protestors... ... more

Carbon footprints in the snow - (Ecology)
With the Met Office predicting further cold snaps for February and into March there is a good test you can do to find out if your home is energy efficient or not... ... more

Buyers prepared to pay more for green homes - (Ecology)
A Mori poll shows that consumer demand for environmentally-friendly homes is on the increase... ... more

Direct flights to boost Cape Verde market - (Ecology)
There will be direct flights from Europe to Praia's new international airport in March boosting Cape Verde's property market, reports Property Investor News... ... more

The door opens on Bucharest... - (Ecology)
Romania's membership of the EU on the 1st January 2007 has opened doors for investors who might previously have been shy of dealing with a non-member state, reports Romania Revealed... ... more

More Brits seek snow holidays - (Ecology)
On a day when the UK is covered in the stuff, the Ski Club of Great Britain reports a rise in the number of Brits seeking snow on their holidays... ... more

Cheaper to invest in flood prevention now - (Ecology)
Climate change will increase flood frequency and the Environment Agency is calling for preventative cash investment to save money in repairs... ... more

Zero-carbon communities challenge - (Ecology)
House builders have already had a zero-carbon homes challenge presented to them; now the government wants then to rise to a zero-carbon community challenge... ... more

Continued progress in using brownfield land - (Ecology)
The proportion of new housing built on previously developed land has increased for the eighth year in a row... ... more

Showdown at laser pollution city - (Ecology)
Incredibly, given new regulations about light pollution, a government funded body has agreed to fund a laser light scheme set to despoil a National Park... ... more

Compulsory water metering proposed - (Ecology)
As the Environment Agency starts to map areas of England most at risk of serious water stress, a Defra consultation proposes water companies in such areas should be able to seek compulsory water metering... ... more

Double whammy for home wind turbine investors - (Ecology)
Homeowners who invest in green energy may find themselves paying for the privilege of helping the neighbourhood look green... ... more

Investors to benefit from Cape Verde tourism boom - (Ecology)
A new survey published by Expedia lists Cape Verde as a top 10 holiday hotspot for 2007... ... more

Take a flood risk check advises estate agents - (Ecology)
The estate agents' body, the National Association of Estate Agents, advises homebuyers to research the flood risk of properties carefully before buying... ... more

Office of the future - (Ecology)
A glass building with no air conditioning doesn't sound too attractive, but when heat-of-summer visitors praise the effective cooling, it's time to take another look... ... more

Residents vote gas-guzzlers out - (Ecology)
The time has come, Lib Dems have said, to drive in other things... ... more

Some homes to get release from hosepipe ban - (Ecology)
After months of above average rainfall some water companies are lifting the hose-pipe ban which has affected some 13 million customers... ... more

Montenegro prices to rise 50pc in next year - (Ecology)
Experts at the Homebuyer Show have predicted that property prices in Montenegro will soar by over 50% in the coming year... ... more

European ski resorts threatened by climate change - (Ecology)
The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development has warned that climate change is threatening Europe's skiing trade... ... more

West Midlands homes proposal is too damaging - (Ecology)
Government pressure to increase the number of homes proposed for the West Midlands to over half a million by 2026 would result in damaging social polarisation and countryside destruction, according to the CPRE... ... more

Skiers flock to Bulgaria as snow fails in Alps - (Ecology)
Thousands of skiers and snowboarders are changing their holiday plans and visiting the resorts of Bansko, Borovets and Pamporovo in Bulgaria this season due to poor snowfall in the traditional Alpine resorts, reports www.jet2letproperty.com... ... more

Can trees stop flooding and coastal erosion - (Ecology)
We need to investigate new and different responses to dealing with flooding and coastal erosion, so Defra is starting new pilot studies... ... more

Mainstream society households getting greener - (Ecology)
Concerns about the environment have become part of mainstream society, according to researchers Mintel... ... more

South Africa acts to limit coastal construction - (Ecology)
South Africa's government has recently passed a draft bill limiting property development and ownership in coastal areas which many are interpreting as a step to restrict foreign investment in these areas, reports www.fly-2let.co.uk... ... more

Cut my tax to go green - (Ecology)
Half of all British consumers think it would be too expensive to make their homes energy efficient, but a growing number say they would go green if they were offered financial incentives.., ... more

More planners are taking heed of flood risks - (Ecology)
Local planning authorities are increasingly heeding Environment Agency advice over development on flood plains, according to new figures... ... more

Home rubbish charge is unstoppable juggernaut - (Ecology)
The unstoppable juggernaut that is ?pay-as-you-throw' is slowly accelerating down the waste highway... ... more

Tornado wrecks homes in Welsh village - (Ecology)
A welsh village suffered extensive property damage early this morning following a ?tornado' warning for the south west part of England... ... more

Controversial holiday park gets off the ground - (Ecology)
A flagship eco-tourism project, set to become a beacon for sustainable development within the UK, finally gets of the ground after myriad delays... ... more

Edinburgh homeowners to get wind turbine right - (Ecology)
Green city planners are set to remove the planning permission requirement for home wind turbines in Edinburgh... ... more

Backing for key carbon-saving home upgrades - (Ecology)
Millions of tonnes of carbon and billions of pounds from fuel bills could be saved by simple measures, the government has outlined... ... more

Parking charges to rocket garaged homes prices - (Ecology)
Home with garages could see a price rise of up to 20% if gas-guzzling parking charges get the go-ahead... ... more

Coastal flood defences needed urgently - (Ecology)
The East Coast of England is under threat from rising sea levels and greater investment is needed now in our coastal flood defences... ... more

Parking charges to rise for gas-guzzling cars - (Ecology)
The cost of parking permits could be linked to car emissions under plans being considered in one of the country's most affluent areas... ... more

Tranquillity map released - (Ecology)
Tranquillity is one of the most sought after, hard to pin down ingredients of a good quality of life. A new map shows where we will (and won't) find it... ... more

Fresh groundwater under increasing threat - (Ecology)
Groundwater the hidden resource which provides clean, fresh water for many of our homes is under increasing threat from pollution... ... more

Allotments make a comeback - (Ecology)
Allotments are attracting families keen to keep their children healthy and also help the environment... ... more

Ever considered buying a holiday cave - (Ecology)
Well, strange as it may sound, "casas-cuevas" are already a very popular option with overseas buyers looking to purchase their first holiday property in Spain... ... more

Europes biggest wind farm gets underway - (Ecology)
Finally, after years of technical and planning delays, Europe's biggest onshore wind farm can be built... ... more

Ground energy use growing - (Ecology)
Builders are dipping their toes in the water and testing the claims for a 70% cut in home heating costs... ... more

Coastal populations on flood alert - (Ecology)
Emergency planning teams are on full alert for the highest tides in 20 years... ... more

Doubled carbon targets for London new buildings - (Ecology)
Plans to double the carbon emissions reductions that developments in London must achieve have been set out... ... more

Hosepipe ban lifted but drought risk remains - (Ecology)
Drought eases, but is not over, said the Environment Agency, as Folkestone and Dover Water lifts hosepipe ban... ... more

London to get new parkland - (Ecology)
A new conservation park that will double the size of Hampstead Heath is to be created... ... more

Call for all development to be climate proofed - (Ecology)
Planners can make a hugely positive contribution towards moving us towards a zero-carbon future and helping us adapt to harmful impacts such as flood risk, drought and heat... ... more

Keeping cool cost a hot lot this summer - (Ecology)
Overheated Britons spent an estimated 5 billion pounds trying to keep cool, according to a survey... ... more

Greener homes could get mortgage incentives - (Ecology)
Government plans could mean environmentally friendly folk could get incentives such as cash from power companies and incentives in the form of green mortgages... ... more

Sufficient brownfield land for a million homes - (Ecology)
Annual statistics estimate that 63,500ha of brownfield land was available for development in 2005... ... more

Pay-as-you-throw scheme proposed - (Ecology)
A report due to be published this autumn will recommend that local authorities are given powers to charge a ?pay-as-you-throw' fee for collecting un-recyclable rubbish... ... more

Thames Water withdraws drought order application - (Ecology)
Thames Water announced today that it has withdrawn its application to Defra for a Drought Order for London... ... more

Property fund managers sitting on timebomb - (Ecology)
The introduction of building certificates will shorten the lifespan of commercial buildings constructed before new EU regulations on wasted energy... ... more

Storm flood risk populations named by experts - (Ecology)
Hull, Portsmouth and the Thames Gateway have been named as areas at high risk of a catastrophic storm flood... ... more

Households prove traffic reduction scheme works - (Ecology)
?Easy' household choices have reduced car trips by a substantial 13% in a scheme trialled by transport charity Sustrans... ... more

Drought wildlife toll - (Ecology)
Ponds and rivers are drying up, fish becoming stranded and algal blooms rife according to the Environment Agency, who said we are suffering the worst drought for many years... ... more

Recycling rewards work - (Ecology)
Prizes such as cash, cars and holidays have helped to encourage millions of people to recycle their waste... ... more

Lib Dems Make taxes fairer and save the world - (Ecology)
A proposal to transfer taxes from incomes to environment-damaging people is described as described as "fairer, greener, simpler"... ... more

West Midlands set to be the new South East - (Ecology)
Government proposals for more housing development in parts of the West Midlands is set to sabotage urban development and destroy countryside and market towns, according to countryside campaigners... ... more

Solo living green time bomb - (Ecology)
One-person households and increasing affluence are threatening an environment time bomb... ... more

High street sales for home solar panels - (Ecology)
A high street electrical retailer is to put solar panels on sale for the first time... ... more

Coastal homes in sea defence budget crisis - (Ecology)
Funding for sea defences ?woefully inadequate', council leaders say... ... more

New housing should have energy sources on site - (Ecology)
New housing developments in Scotland should generate 10% of their own energy requirements on site, the Scottish Executive has said... ... more