Day: 11 July 2014

Energy industry welcomes Barker’s green gas policy assurance

The Anaerobic Digestion and Biogas Association (ADBA) and the Renewable Energy Association (REA) have received a reply from energy minister Greg Barker to their joint letter regarding the renewable heat incentive (RHI) biomethane-to-grid tariff consultation.

Politicians opposing wind energy ‘huge turn-off’ for voters

Political parties that oppose onshore wind development are likely to lose twice as many votes as they gain, according to a nationwide opinion poll.

‘Sharing beauty for all’: L’Oréal on track with environmental goals

L'Oréal has achieved a 43.1% reduction in absolute CO2 emissions and a 26.7% reduction in water per product since 2005, according to its 2013 sustainable development report.

Salmon farmer signs ‘fish waste to protein supplement’ deal

Salmon waste is set to be turned into a dietary product, providing an alternative source of protein that will help combat malnutrition.

UK cities will exceed EU pollution limits until 2030, figures show

London, Birmingham and Leeds will all be in breach of safe nitrogen dioxide levels, according to Government figures.

UK’s first professional body for corporate responsibility and sustainability launched

The UK sustainability sector now has a professional body for establishing standards, developing a code of conduct and creating learning and development opportunities with the launch of the Institute of Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability (ICRS).

Mike Barry: Sustainable product co-creation with consumers may ‘drive future’

Marks & Spencer's head of sustainable business Mike Barry has said that consumer involvement in future product development may become necessary in order to bring brand sustainability to life.

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