Climate

199 Deputy Olivia Mitchell asked the Minister for Finance his policy in respect of the requirement of persons on defined contribution pension schemes to purchase an annuity; and his views on extending the period permitted for the purchase of an approved retirement funds for new retirees to December 2010 in view of the poor value of annuities in the current economic climate. [12371/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 23 March 2010

199 Deputy Olivia Mitchell asked the Minister for Finance his policy in respect of the requirement of persons on defined contribution pension schemes to purchase an annuity; and his views on extending the period permitted for the purchase of an approved retirement funds for new retirees to December 2010 in view of the poor value of annuities in the current economic climate. [12371/10]

Department of Energy Office of Science Authorization Act of 2010

United States · United States Congress · 22 March 2010

Department of Energy Office of Science Authorization Act of 2010 - Directs the Secretary of Energy to carry out, through the Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science, research, development, demonstration, and commercial application activities in science in support of missions of DOE. Requires the Director of the Office of Science to: (1) carry out a basic energy sciences program to provide scientific foundations for new energy technologies; and (2) support construction of the National Synchrotron Light Source II and a Second Target Station at the Spallation Neutron Source. Requires the Director to carry out a grant program to provide awards for up to five years to multi-institutional collaborations or other appropriate entities for meeting energy research, development, demonstration, and commercial application needs identified in: (1) the Grand Challenges report; (2) energy-related Grand Challenges for Engineering; or (3) other relevant reports identified by the Director. Requires the Director to carry out a biological, climate, and environmental systems science research program to support DOE energy and environmental missions. Provides for a biological systems science subprogram and a climate and environmental sciences research subprogram. Directs the Secretary to develop a comprehensive plan of federally supported research and development activities to support energy and environmental missions of DOE and to accelerate the growth of a synthetic biology industry in the United States. Directs the Secretary to carry out an inertial fusion energy research and technology development program. Requires the Director to carry out: (1) an advanced scientific computing research program; (2) a fusion energy sciences research program; (3) a high energy physics program; (4) a nuclear physics research program; and (5) a program for improving infrastructure at Office of Science laboratories. Requires the Secretary to submit specified reports. Authorizes appropriations for FY2011-FY2015 to the Secretary for activities of the Office of Science for (1) basic science energy sciences; (2) biological and environmental research; and (3) advanced scientific computing research.

Internationaal klimaatbeleid na Kopenhagen

Netherlands · House of Representatives · 19 March 2010

Internationaal klimaatbeleid na Kopenhagen

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that Congress should reject any proposal for the creation of a system of global taxation and regulation.

United States · United States Congress · 18 March 2010

Expresses the sense of the Senate that Congress should reject any proposal for the creation of: (1) an international system of government bailouts for the financial sector; (2) a global cap-and-trade system or other climate regulations that would punish businesses in the United States and limit the competitiveness of the United States; and (3) a global tax system that would violate U.S. sovereignty.

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3644) to direct the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to establish education and watershed programs which advance environmental literacy, including preparedness and adaptability for the likely impacts of climate change in coastal watershed regions, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1612) to amend the Public Lands Corps Act of 1993 to expand the authorization of the Secretaries of Agriculture, Commerce, and the Interior to provide service-learning opportunities on public lands, help restore the Nation's natural, cultural, historic, archaeological, recreational, and scenic resources, train a new generation of public land managers and enthusiasts, and promote the value of public service.

United States · United States Congress · 18 March 2010

Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3644) to direct the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to establish education and watershed programs which advance environmental literacy, including preparedness and adaptability for the likely impacts of climate change in coastal watershed regions, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1612) to amend the Public Lands Corps Act of 1993 to expand the authorization of the Secretaries of Agriculture, Commerce, and the Interior to provide service-learning opportunities on public lands, help restore the Nation's natural, cultural, historic, archaeological, recreational, and scenic resources, train a new generation of public land managers and enthusiasts, and promote the value of public service.

104 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Finance if banking policy in 2010 has changed to meet the needs of the current economic climate; the steps he has taken to achieve this objective; if he has sought any information from the banking sector with a view to ensuring the availability of the necessary capital for the manufacturing, commercial, services and other sectors; if any such response is adequate to meet current requirements; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11665/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 10 March 2010

104 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Finance if banking policy in 2010 has changed to meet the needs of the current economic climate; the steps he has taken to achieve this objective; if he has sought any information from the banking sector with a view to ensuring the availability of the necessary capital for the manufacturing, commercial, services and other sectors; if any such response is adequate to meet current requirements; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11665/10]

54 Deputy Ciarán Lynch asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if her attention has been drawn to the significant number of closures of retail outlets and the consequent heavy job losses in this sector; if her further attention has been drawn to the problems created for many retail outlets by high levels of rent and the refusal of landlords to reduce rates to take account of the current economic climate; the steps she will take to address this problem; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [11364/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 9 March 2010

54 Deputy Ciarán Lynch asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if her attention has been drawn to the significant number of closures of retail outlets and the consequent heavy job losses in this sector; if her further attention has been drawn to the problems created for many retail outlets by high levels of rent and the refusal of landlords to reduce rates to take account of the current economic climate; the steps she will take to address this problem; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [11364/10]

Designating the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) as a national security interest and asset.

United States · United States Congress · 9 March 2010

Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the National Aeronuatics and Space Administration (NASA) is a national security asset and interest for the United States; (2) elimination of the Constellation program (the human space flight program that was to succeed the Space Shuttle program) will present homeland security implications for cyberspace; critical infrastructure, and the U.S. intelligence community; (3) elimination of the Constellation program will compromise the effectiveness of the International Space Station (ISS); (4) continuation of the Constellation program is crucial to improving national security, climate, and research in science and medicine; and (5) the United States should maintain its funding of the Constellation program and should begin funding commercial space in five years and not sooner.

Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament, the Council, the European Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions - International climate policy post-Copenhagen: Acting now to reinvigorate global action on climate change {SEC(2010) 261}

European Union · European Commission · 9 March 2010

Bekannte und geförderte Forschungsvorhaben im Bereich des Geoengineering/Climate Engineering

Germany · German Bundestag · 5 March 2010

Originaltext der Frage(n):<br /> <br /> Welche Forschungsvorhaben im Bereich des Geoengineering/Climate Engineering, die von deutschen und europäischen Institutionen in der Vergangenheit ausgeführt wurden und gegenwärtig ausgeführt werden, sind der Bundesregierung bekannt, und in welchem Umfang unterstützten und unterstützen die Bundesregierung und die Europäische Union Forschung in diesem Bereich?

Finanzierung des internationalen Klimaschutzes und der Anpassungsmaßnahmen an den Klimawandel in Entwicklungsländern

Germany · German Bundestag · 5 March 2010

Entwicklung einer Strategie zur internationalen Klimafinanzierung, Verwendung von Mitteln des Bundesministeriums für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung für Klimaschutz in Entwicklungsländern, Anrechnung des deutschen Anteils der europäischen Sofortfinanzierung des Copenhagen Accord auf die ODA-Quote und andere klima- und umweltpolitischen Projekte, Funktionsfähigkeit des Copenhagen Green Climate Fund, weitere Anstrengungen zum Klimaschutz, v. a. in Entwicklungsländern, Bekämpfung der weltweiten Entwaldung

70 Deputy Ruairí Quinn asked the Minister for Health and Children if construction plans for the proposed new National Children’s Hospital have been affected by the current economic climate; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10420/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 3 March 2010

70 Deputy Ruairí Quinn asked the Minister for Health and Children if construction plans for the proposed new National Children’s Hospital have been affected by the current economic climate; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10420/10]

Green Paper on Forest Protection and Information in the EU: Preparing forests for climate change SEC(2010)163 final

European Union · European Commission · 1 March 2010

165 Deputy Pat Breen asked the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism if his attention has been drawn to the comments by the chief executive officer of Tourism Ireland that the current economic climate in the tourism industry is having a greater impact in the mid-west region; the steps he will take to address this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9374/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 24 February 2010

165 Deputy Pat Breen asked the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism if his attention has been drawn to the comments by the chief executive officer of Tourism Ireland that the current economic climate in the tourism industry is having a greater impact in the mid-west region; the steps he will take to address this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9374/10]

Maintaining Agency Direction on Financial Fraud Act

United States · United States Congress · 24 February 2010

Maintaining Agency Direction on Financial Fraud Act - Prohibits any interpretive guidance issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission which relates to &quot;Commission Guidance Regarding Disclosure Related to Climate Change&quot; from taking effect with respect to any person on or after February 2, 2010.

408 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social and Family Affairs the action she proposes to take to eliminate the backlog and dramatically reduce the waiting time of applicants for various social welfare payments regarding the current economic climate; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9245/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 23 February 2010

408 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social and Family Affairs the action she proposes to take to eliminate the backlog and dramatically reduce the waiting time of applicants for various social welfare payments regarding the current economic climate; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9245/10]

Verwendung der Mittel aus dem GAP-Gesundheitscheck und dem europäischen Konjunkturprogramm für Maßnahmen in den Bereichen Klimaschutz und Biologische Vielfalt

Germany · German Bundestag · 19 February 2010

Originaltext der Frage(n):<br /> <br /> Für welche Maßnahmen setzt die Bundesregierung die 252 Mio. Euro für Klimawandel und die 264 Mio. Euro für biologische Vielfalt ein, die laut einer Pressemeldung der EU-Kommission vom 29. Januar 2010 (IP/10/102) von Deutschland aus den Mitteln des Gesundheitschecks und dem Europäischen Konjunkturprogramm für diese Bereiche verwendet werden sollen?

Klimaschutz und effizienten Energieeinsatz im Ressortbereich

Austria · Federal Council · 18 February 2010

Mündliche Anfrage des Bundesrates Werner Stadler (SPÖ) an die Bundesministerin für Verkehr, Innovation und Technologie Doris Bures betreffend Klimaschutz und effizienten Energieeinsatz im Ressortbereich

42 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs the extent to which operation of the CLÁR and RAPID schemes have been affected by the current economic climate; if consideration has been given to the substantial increases in such schemes to compensate for the downturn in the economy and the needs arising therefrom; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8376/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 18 February 2010

42 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs the extent to which operation of the CLÁR and RAPID schemes have been affected by the current economic climate; if consideration has been given to the substantial increases in such schemes to compensate for the downturn in the economy and the needs arising therefrom; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8376/10]

188 Deputy Jimmy Deenihan asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government his plans to extend the expiry date of planning approvals from five years to seven years in view of the current economic climate and the inability of approved applicants to get the finance to commence construction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8318/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 17 February 2010

188 Deputy Jimmy Deenihan asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government his plans to extend the expiry date of planning approvals from five years to seven years in view of the current economic climate and the inability of approved applicants to get the finance to commence construction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8318/10]

81 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism his plans and policy to develop and promote the arts at local and national level particularly regarding maintaining and developing interest and facilities in the current economic climate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8176/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 17 February 2010

81 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism his plans and policy to develop and promote the arts at local and national level particularly regarding maintaining and developing interest and facilities in the current economic climate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8176/10]

84 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism the action he has taken to create a climate conductive to growth and competitiveness in the tourism sector; the degree to which he has evaluated the cost factors; the action he proposes arising therefrom; if he has identified strategies for the future short , medium or long-term; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8177/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 17 February 2010

84 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism the action he has taken to create a climate conductive to growth and competitiveness in the tourism sector; the degree to which he has evaluated the cost factors; the action he proposes arising therefrom; if he has identified strategies for the future short , medium or long-term; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8177/10]

535 Deputy Aengus Ó Snodaigh asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the protections available to local authority mortgage holders who are having difficulty making their repayments due to the current economic climate; the further measures he will implement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8014/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 February 2010

535 Deputy Aengus Ó Snodaigh asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the protections available to local authority mortgage holders who are having difficulty making their repayments due to the current economic climate; the further measures he will implement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8014/10]

123 Deputy Liz McManus asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs if Ireland will seek movement towards a sustainable common position regarding climate change in view of the disappointing outcome of the Copenhagen conference; if Ireland supports the achievement of such within the framework of the UN. [7140/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 February 2010

123 Deputy Liz McManus asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs if Ireland will seek movement towards a sustainable common position regarding climate change in view of the disappointing outcome of the Copenhagen conference; if Ireland supports the achievement of such within the framework of the UN. [7140/10]

121 Deputy Ciarán Lynch asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs his views on whether the impact of the global recession, climate change, the energy and food crisis has disproportionately impacted on developing countries; his assessment of Ireland’s role, with partner countries helping manage such impact; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7169/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 February 2010

121 Deputy Ciarán Lynch asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs his views on whether the impact of the global recession, climate change, the energy and food crisis has disproportionately impacted on developing countries; his assessment of Ireland’s role, with partner countries helping manage such impact; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7169/10]

182 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Health and Children if, in view of the current economic climate she will consider raising the income thresholds in respect of eligibility for medical cards; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [7271/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 10 February 2010

182 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Health and Children if, in view of the current economic climate she will consider raising the income thresholds in respect of eligibility for medical cards; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [7271/10]

Outcome of the Copenhagen summit on climate change

European Union · European Parliament · 10 February 2010

Verzoek aanwezigheid minister-president bij spoeddebat over klimaatverandering

Netherlands · House of Representatives · 10 February 2010

Verzoek aanwezigheid minister-president bij spoeddebat over klimaatverandering

607 Deputy Simon Coveney asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the outcome of the EU climate change committee meeting for an agreement on new entrants reserve 300 funding on 2 February 2010; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6706/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 9 February 2010

607 Deputy Simon Coveney asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the outcome of the EU climate change committee meeting for an agreement on new entrants reserve 300 funding on 2 February 2010; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6706/10]

Climate Change (Sectoral Targets) Bill

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 February 2010

A Bill to set targets relating to energy generation and consumption; to make provision for the sectoral targets to be met; and for connected purposes

317 Deputy John McGuinness asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government his views on the need for reform of the local authority commercial rates system; if he will introduce a simple appeal process in relation to the valuation of a property; they way that a valuation is arrived at; if he will instruct local authorities to reduce the commercial rate in view of the current economic climate and the need to being costs into line to improve competitiveness here; if he will amend legislation putting the onus on commercial tenants to pay the rate in full; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5981/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 4 February 2010

317 Deputy John McGuinness asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government his views on the need for reform of the local authority commercial rates system; if he will introduce a simple appeal process in relation to the valuation of a property; they way that a valuation is arrived at; if he will instruct local authorities to reduce the commercial rate in view of the current economic climate and the need to being costs into line to improve competitiveness here; if he will amend legislation putting the onus on commercial tenants to pay the rate in full; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5981/10]

148 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Finance his views on the oft quoted assertion that the collapse of the economy was in some way attributable to low interest rates which were dictated by the European Central Bank and that corrective measures at national level were difficult in view of the current economic climate whereby interest rates as dictated by the ECB remain low but there seems to be no difficulty taking corrective measures to restrict borrowing even for vital business, domestic and commercial activity; the steps to be taken to ensure that the banking system here fully accepts its responsibilities in line with the supportive commitments given at cost to the taxpayer; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5296/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 3 February 2010

148 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Finance his views on the oft quoted assertion that the collapse of the economy was in some way attributable to low interest rates which were dictated by the European Central Bank and that corrective measures at national level were difficult in view of the current economic climate whereby interest rates as dictated by the ECB remain low but there seems to be no difficulty taking corrective measures to restrict borrowing even for vital business, domestic and commercial activity; the steps to be taken to ensure that the banking system here fully accepts its responsibilities in line with the supportive commitments given at cost to the taxpayer; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5296/10]

669 Deputy Michael Ring asked the Minister for Education and Science the reason the higher education grants payable by the vocational education committees are assessed using the gross income for workers and the net income for those in receipt of social welfare; the reason assessments are based on the previous year’s income in view of the current economic climate as the means of many applicants has changed dramatically; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4920/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 2 February 2010

669 Deputy Michael Ring asked the Minister for Education and Science the reason the higher education grants payable by the vocational education committees are assessed using the gross income for workers and the net income for those in receipt of social welfare; the reason assessments are based on the previous year’s income in view of the current economic climate as the means of many applicants has changed dramatically; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4920/10]

202 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the steps she has taken or proposes to take to encourage job retention and job creation with particular reference to the need to create the climate for investment and the creation of jobs. [5285/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 2 February 2010

202 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the steps she has taken or proposes to take to encourage job retention and job creation with particular reference to the need to create the climate for investment and the creation of jobs. [5285/10]

To amend the Clean Air Act relating to greenhouse gases, and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 2 February 2010

Amends the Clean Air Act to exclude from the definition of &quot;air pollutant&quot; any of the following solely on the basis of its effect on global climate change: carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, hydrofluorocarbons, perfluorocarbons, and sulfur hexafluoride. Prohibits the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from implementing activities relating to the inclusion of international indirect land use change in the implementation of the renewable fuel program. Excludes indirect emissions from international land use changes from the definition of lifecycle greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Requires the Administrator and the Secretary of Agriculture (currently, the Administrator) to determine the aggregate quantity of GHG emissions in liefecycyle GHG emissions related to the full fuel lifecycle. Amends the Clean Air Act to redefine &quot;renewable biomass&quot; as: (1) materials, pre-commercial thinnings, or invasive species from certain National Forest System land and public lands that are byproducts of preventive treatments that are removed to reduce hazardous fuels, reduce or contain disease or insect infestation, or restore ecosystem health, that would not otherwise be used for higher-value products, and that are harvested in accordance with specified requirements for old-growth forests and large tree retention; or (2) any organic matter that is available on a renewable or recurring basis from nonfederal land or land belonging to an Indian or Indian tribe that is held in trust by the United States or subject to a restriction against alienation imposed by the United States, including specified renewable plant material and waste material.

Motie De Mos over stoppen met het klimaatbeleid

Netherlands · House of Representatives · 28 January 2010

Motie De Mos over stoppen met het klimaatbeleid

306 Deputy Michael Creed asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will oppose the introduction of climate change legislation here which would increase costs to farmers and restrict opportunities for farm expansion; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3930/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 27 January 2010

306 Deputy Michael Creed asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will oppose the introduction of climate change legislation here which would increase costs to farmers and restrict opportunities for farm expansion; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3930/10]

116 Deputy Joe Carey asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food the input his Department has had in the drafting of the proposed climate change Bill; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3743/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 27 January 2010

116 Deputy Joe Carey asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food the input his Department has had in the drafting of the proposed climate change Bill; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3743/10]

94 Deputy Noel J. Coonan asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources if the Commission for Energy Regulation is considering removing the regulated tariff formula pricing structure which allowed for competition in the gas market; his views on whether this will halt competition, choice and service in this sector for consumers and small medium enterprises; his further views on whether that regulated tariff formula is of more importance due to the current economic climate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3895/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 26 January 2010

94 Deputy Noel J. Coonan asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources if the Commission for Energy Regulation is considering removing the regulated tariff formula pricing structure which allowed for competition in the gas market; his views on whether this will halt competition, choice and service in this sector for consumers and small medium enterprises; his further views on whether that regulated tariff formula is of more importance due to the current economic climate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3895/10]

Durch das Klimaschutz-Impulsprogramm zur Förderung von Mini-KWK-Anlagen (KWK = Kraft-Wärme-Kopplung) angeschobene Investitionen im Bereich der kleinen Blockheizanlagen sowie Auswirkungen einer Beendigung des Programms

Germany · German Bundestag · 22 January 2010

Originaltext der Frage(n):<br /> <br /> Welche Gesamtinvestitionen im Bereich der hocheffizienten kleinen Blockheizanlagen wurden in der Vergangenheit durch das Klimaschutz-Impulsprogramm für die Installation von Mini-KWK-Anlagen (KWK = Kraft-Wärme-Kopplung) angeschoben, und welcher Anteil (Anzahl der Anlagen sowie Gesamtsumme) entfiel davon auf deutsche Hersteller von kleinen Blockheizkraftwerken?<br /> <br /> Wie bewertet der Bundesminister für Umwelt, Naturschutz und Reaktorsicherheit die derzeitige Verunsicherung bei Herstellern von Mini-KWK-Anlagen und möglichen Investoren aufgrund der Dauer des langwierigen Entscheidungsprozesses innerhalb der Bundesregierung und des dennoch zu erwartenden Aus für eine Fortführung des Impulsprogramms, und mit welchen Folgen für Hersteller (Insolvenzen, Arbeitsplatzverluste, Umsatzrückgänge etc.), Investoren (Rückstellung von Investitionen bzw. Umlenkungen von Investitionen auf weniger klimafreundliche Technologien etc.) und die deutsche Klimaschutzpolitik (Stichwort 25-Prozent-Ziel KWK bis 2020) rechnet die Bundesregierung?

53 Deputy Michael D. Higgins asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government when the national strategy for adaptation to climate change will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2453/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 21 January 2010

53 Deputy Michael D. Higgins asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government when the national strategy for adaptation to climate change will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2453/10]

324 Deputy Ulick Burke asked the Minister for Education and Science if he will reconsider his demand for a once off payment of school bus transport and revert to the per term payment in view of the current economic climate and the hardship caused by the demand for full annual fee; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2381/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 20 January 2010

324 Deputy Ulick Burke asked the Minister for Education and Science if he will reconsider his demand for a once off payment of school bus transport and revert to the per term payment in view of the current economic climate and the hardship caused by the demand for full annual fee; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2381/10]

295 Deputy Ciarán Lynch asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources if his attention has been drawn to the case of retailers designated DG6 who fall into the category of low voltage maximum demand users and who have suffered increases of 20% to 30% in the cost of electricity as a consequence of the decision by the Commission for Energy Regulation; if he will consider taking action to redress this imbalance in view of the current economic climate and the underlying reduction in the cost of gas; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2431/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 20 January 2010

295 Deputy Ciarán Lynch asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources if his attention has been drawn to the case of retailers designated DG6 who fall into the category of low voltage maximum demand users and who have suffered increases of 20% to 30% in the cost of electricity as a consequence of the decision by the Commission for Energy Regulation; if he will consider taking action to redress this imbalance in view of the current economic climate and the underlying reduction in the cost of gas; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2431/10]

838 Deputy Mary Upton asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if he will institute a review of the State’s response time and lack of planning during both the recent flood and cold events; his views on the fact that there is an urgency in relation to future planning for weather events, particularly in view of the possible climate change effects; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1159/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 19 January 2010

838 Deputy Mary Upton asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if he will institute a review of the State’s response time and lack of planning during both the recent flood and cold events; his views on the fact that there is an urgency in relation to future planning for weather events, particularly in view of the possible climate change effects; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1159/10]

268 Deputy Bobby Aylward asked the Minister for Finance if he will exclude the surcharge on undistributed investment income under section 440 of the Taxes Consolidation Act 1997 to construction and manufacturing companies and allow these companies to use the funds from the franked investment income for productive investment in their companies and safeguard employment in the current difficult economic climate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1286/10]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 19 January 2010

268 Deputy Bobby Aylward asked the Minister for Finance if he will exclude the surcharge on undistributed investment income under section 440 of the Taxes Consolidation Act 1997 to construction and manufacturing companies and allow these companies to use the funds from the franked investment income for productive investment in their companies and safeguard employment in the current difficult economic climate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1286/10]

Motie- De Mos over stoppen met investeren in klimaatbeleid

Netherlands · House of Representatives · 13 January 2010

Motie- De Mos over stoppen met investeren in klimaatbeleid

Uitbreiding spoeddebat over het bericht “Wetenschappers manipuleren cijfers over klimaatverandering” (gepland week 03) met bericht “Topambtenaar wil af van klimaatdoelen”

Netherlands · House of Representatives · 12 January 2010

Uitbreiding spoeddebat over het bericht “Wetenschappers manipuleren cijfers over klimaatverandering” (gepland week 03) met bericht “Topambtenaar wil af van klimaatdoelen”

Een onafhankelijk onderzoek naar het klimaat

Netherlands · House of Representatives · 6 January 2010

Een onafhankelijk onderzoek naar het klimaat