Day: 30 April 2013

Raymond Blanc launches global rankings system for sustainable restaurants

The first international restaurant rating system which enables diners to choose a restaurant by its sustainability standards, was launched today by the Sustainable Restaurant Association (SRA).

EU car emissions plummet due to diesel and economic downturn

The average car sold in the EU in 2012 was 9% more fuel-efficient than the average three years before, according to a report from the European Environment Agency (EEA).

NI Water boosts sustainability credentials with green roof

NI Water has introduced a planting programme to 'green up' the roof of its new £8m extension to its wastewater treatment works at Newcastle harbour.

Britain’s ‘energy wasting behaviour’ remains high

Energy wasting amongst Brit's remains high despite 80% saying they consider energy saving measures, according to the latest Government figures.

Complexities and advantages of a green supply chain

Organisations are facing increasing challenges to balance business performance with environmental issues and these challenges have created a new area of green supply chain management, says Ron Basu.

DECC estimates 2% rise in CO2 emissions in fourth quarter 2012

The UK's greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) increased by 1.6% for the fourth quarter of 2012 from the third quarter due to an increase in demand for heating, according to Government data published today.

Supply chain detox is sparking demand for cradle-to-cradle materials

A huge opportunity exists to develop new, safer materials as companies look to phase out hazardous substances and textiles from their supply chains.

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