Day: 1 July 2015

Environmental case for new Heathrow runway has ‘Airbus-sized holes’

The Airport Commission's recommendation to build a third runway at Heathrow Airport has been labelled a "hugely damaging decision" and a "backward step on climate change" by green groups.

Johnson & Johnson cuts emissions as water becomes main sustainability challenge

Pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson reduced its carbon emissions in 2014, but the firm is close to missing its 2015 water consumption target.

M&S Energy launches £400,000 fund for community energy projects

Marks and Spencer (M&S) Energy will offer up to £400,000 for community energy projects with the launch of the M&S Community Energy Fund today (1 July).

CBI: Onsite generation can cut bills, reduce carbon

Decentralised energy could produce nearly a third of the UK's power by 2030, according to the CBI, which has released a report designed to encourage more businesses to start producing their own energy.

Wales announces £22m grant for environment and sustainability initiatives

The Welsh Government has announced which organisations will share £22m of funding for environment and sustainability initiatives.

Biogen achieves landmark net zero carbon footprint across global business

Biotechnology specialist Biogen has reached carbon neutrality globally, the company announced yesterday (30 June).

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