It will help deliver an estimated 28,000 jobs and £7.1bn in value to Scotland's economy over the coming decade.

Almost 3,000 homes to get insulation and biomass heating.

Homes will meet Level 4 of the government's Code for Sustainable Homes.

Scheme cost approximately £7m.

Device will help people identify how much energy they are using and help save costs.

Funding targeted at 11 boroughs hosting Olympic and Paralympic venues.

Westminster Council, Hammersmith and Fulham Council and Kensington and Chelsea launch a project to share services, with plans to be agreed by February 2011

Energy procurement practices improved, and outdated heating and lighting equipment updated.

Draft municipal waste strategy includes proposals on recycling methods and reusing more items.

£585,000 invested to fund training places this year.

Social housing reform will provide potential investment opportunities for pension funds

Councils will be able to borrow against future business rates increases

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