Day: 11 March 2013

Scottish Water cuts energy bill with new hydro turbine technology

Scottish Water has fitted its pipe network with a new turbine that harnesses enough renewable energy to power up to 150 homes.

FedEx sets new fleet fuel efficiency target after surpassing 2020 goal

FedEx has increased its 2020 fuel efficiency target for its global vehicle fleet to 30% after surpassing its previous goal in less than five years.

Sustainable filtration technology has ‘wider implications for UK water industry’

Affinity Water is demonstrating its sustainability credentials with the installation of filtration technology derived from recycled glass, at its Egham water treatment works.

Call for evidence opens for England waste prevention plan

Defra has launched a call for evidence today for its forthcoming Waste Prevention Programme for England, which will be published towards the end of the year.

LED technology lights up the way for retail food waste

Food retailers could be set to benefit from a simple solution to Britain's food waste problem with the introduction of light-emitting diode (LED) lighting.

Waitrose looks to Welsh ryegrass for greener packaging

Two Welsh universities have partnered with Waitrose to deliver a research project using Welsh ryegrass to create sustainable food packaging.

Local resource: keeping waste in the neighbourhood

Interest is growing in reprocessing waste on-site where it is produced, says Mike Taylor - this will drive demand for smart, modular solutions that can close the loop

Scientists urge caution on climate geo-engineering

The world may need to turn to geo-engineering to tackle climate change effectively, but this would pose enormous challenges, according to academic leaders.

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