Day: 21 August 2014

Ground-breaking project turns paper waste into bio-plastic

A new approach to sustainable waste management could lead to paper waste being turned into bio-plastic, which would significantly lower the carbon footprint of the chemical industry.

Manufacturers call for radical reform of greenhouse gas trading system

Britain's manufacturing industry is calling for a significant reform of the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS), urging the European Council to do more to keep crucial investment in energy intensive industries (EIIs) within Europe.

Architects pledge to phase out carbon in the built environment by 2050

Architects across the world have signed up to a global commitment to eliminate CO2 emissions in the built environment by 2050.

Morrisons puts a cap on CO2 emissions

Morrisons has become the first major UK supermarket chain to introduce the 'Green Leaf' screw cap closure to its own-brand wine as part of the group's ongoing carbon reduction initiatives.

Businesses wake up to financial benefits of sustainability

The advantages of running a strong corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme are becoming more tangible for businesses, with cost management emerging as the number one driver for firms looking to adopt more sustainable businesses practices.

Corporate social responsibility: beyond financials

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