Day: 22 October 2013

New resource minister praises councils for litter-free streets

Defra's new resource management minister has applauded local authorities for helping to make England's streets cleaner.

Sky cuts carbon but waste to landfill increases

Sky has reduced its 'carbon intensity' by 33% since 2008-9 as the broadcaster begins to "realise the gains" made from its long-term investment in renewable and low-carbon sources of energy. Absolute carbon emissions remained stable at 100,045 tonnes.

Water efficiency drive wins recognition for Bentley

Bentley is the first car manufacturer, and one of the first 10 companies full stop, to achieve the Carbon Trust Water Standard after reducing water consumption at head office by more than 35% in one year.

Resource efficiency expertise bolstered by new appointment

edie is delighted to welcome Liz Gyekye to the Water & Environment division team as editor of Local Authority Waste & Recycling (LAWR).

Digital industry must set aggressive environmental goals

The digital industry must set its own aggressive goals and not rely on Government regulation if it is to combat increasing energy consumption levels, says Hewlett-Packard director of environmental sustainability.

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