Day: 18 January 2013

Tony Juniper appointed first president of Society for the Environment

Prominent environmental campaigner Tony Juniper has been appointed as the first President of the Society for the Environment, the organisation has announced.

Construction industry looks to increase ‘green growth’ opportunities

The UK Green Building Council (UK-GBC), backed by trade and professional organisations across the construction and property sector, has sent an open letter to the chancellor today asking the Government to encourage long-term investment in green infrastructure.

Solar industry commends Government for commitment and vision

The Government's recent recognition and support of the solar industry has been hailed by those in the sector as an important commitment for the UK's energy future.

Bill passage promises iron fist for metal thieves

The Scrap Metal Dealers Bill, which aims to tackle metal theft, passed through the House of Lords Committee Stage today.

China leading the race as drainage basin investment doubles

Global investment in protecting natural water drainage basins has almost doubled in the last four years and China is leading the pack, according to a study.

John Lewis to close the loop on plastics waste in retail first

John Lewis Partnership is set to develop a pioneering closed loop business model for its plastics waste, in a move believed to be a first for any UK retailer.

Sustainability agenda ‘missing a trick’ by sidelining SMEs

Small firms have been marginalised in the debate about sustainable business practices and have been slow to adopt environment-related improvements as a result, new research has found.

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