Day: 29 May 2013

ANALYSIS: England expects, but is sustainability coming home?

As Nike unveils the new England football kit ahead of tonight's friendly with the Republic of Ireland, the trend for integrating sustainability metrics into performance sportswear is fast accelerating.

EXCLUSIVE: DECC says ‘objectives will be met’ despite Osborne’s spending cut

The Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) has said it will still meet its objectives and priorities despite agreeing a 10% spending cut with the Chancellor George Osborne.

EU GHG emissions data for 2011 show lowest level in more than 20 years

Europe's greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions fell by 3.3% in 2011, which led to the lowest level of emissions in reports going back to 1990.

Lack of WEEE transparency is putting producer responsibility at risk

The majority of business-to-business e-waste collections are not reported in compliance with the WEEE Directive, new research has found.

Bradford University launches world’s first circular economy masters degree

Bradford University has launched the world's first circular economy professional business degree in partnership with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and leading firms including B&Q, BT, Cisco, Renault and National Grid.

GRI launches new sustainability reporting guidelines for business

The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) has launched the fourth edition of its sustainability reporting guidelines, which helps businesses disclose information on the environmental, social and economic areas of their operations.

Sustainability Leaders Awards 2013 open for entry!

Edie and sister title Sustainable Business are delighted to announce that entries are now being accepted for the 2013, RSA-accredited Sustainability Leaders Awards scheme.

York ‘spring clean’ sweep on household waste

Faced with tough decisions on its waste collection and disposal, City of York Council has increased community engagement to improve recycling, as Nick Warburton discovered on a trip to the historic city

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