Day: 8 April 2013

Thatcher remembered for paving way on climate politics

Sustainability professionals have largely paid tribute to the environmental legacy left by Baroness Margaret Thatcher in British politics following her death today at the age of 87.

Businesses must ‘build resilience’ through mandatory carbon reporting

As the mandatory carbon reporting regulation comes into effect this month many businesses could be missing an opportunity to safe-guard their operations, says Martin Baxter.

Safe-guarding operations with mandatory reporting

Through the experience gained from the Carbon Reduction Commitment (CRC), there has been an air of self-assurance amongst businesses affected by the mandatory carbon reporting regulation that has come into effect this month. Although businesses are confident that their reporting mechanisms will meet these requirements, they could be missing an opportunity to safe-guard operations against the risks posed by climate change. Leigh Stringer investigates

Energy

Fat-fuelled power station to supply London sewage works

Fat and oil from restaurants will soon power the world's largest fat-fuelled power station at Beckton in East London, Thames Water announced today.

PepsiCo doubles safe water pledge for developing nations

PepsiCo is scaling up its efforts on global water stewardship as it meets its first commitments in this area two years ahead of target.

Pressure mounts for plastics landfill ban as NI joins bag tax brigade

Northern Ireland has become the latest region within the British Isles to introduce a levy on disposable carrier bags as the European Commission draws up plans to clamp down on their use.

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