Day: 15 October 2013

Task Group launched to action Government’s zero carbon buildings policy

A new task group to help the building industry deliver on the Government's zero carbon for non-domestic buildings policy has been launched today by the UK Green Building Council (UK-GBC).

Apple launches iPhone trade-in scheme in the UK

Apple's recycling programme for old iPhones gives £175 discount off a new one - but alternative trade-in schemes offer more

O2 charging its way to sustainability

Under O2's rate, reduce and recycle strategy, the company has taken a bold step to make charger-free products the 'new normal' by 2015. Leigh Stringer reports

Circular economy

Biffa snaps up Shanks for £9.5m

Shanks has agreed to sell the majority of its UK solid waste business to Biffa. The purchase, set at £9.5m and subject to regulatory approvals, is due to be completed by the end the year.

New AD site could help hospitality sector save 30% in waste costs

The introduction of backhauling schemes and the development of a new anaerobic digestion (AD) plant in Rotherham could help save the hospitality sector 30% on its waste management costs every year.

UK GIB refinances Masdar stake in London Array wind farm

The UK Green Investment Bank (GIB) is investing £58.6m in the world's largest offshore wind farm, the London Array.

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