Day: 20 November 2012

Is it time to come clean on SRF?

Should solid recovered fuel be reclassified as a product or a fuel? Marcus Brew considers the arguments for and against

NHS Wales closes loop on polythene packaging

NHS Wales has embarked on a closed loop recycling initiative to reuse polythene waste packaging generated within its supply chain.

Global investors concerned with ‘insufficient climate policies’

A group of global investors has called for governments of the world to develop workable frameworks that reduce climate risk and support low carbon investment.

‘Suppressing solar power doesn’t make sense’ warns trade association

The Solar Trade Association (STA) has today urged the Government to address the need for financial support for mid-sized installations in the non-domestic sector.

Defra Waste Prevention Plan call for evidence due early 2013

Defra has confirmed it will launch a "call for evidence" early next year to inform policy direction on the forthcoming Waste Prevention Programme for England.

Temperature to rise by 4°C with current C02 targets

Without further commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions the world will see temperatures rise by four degrees and experience extreme heat-waves, declining global food stocks and sea levels rise, according to a report by the World Bank.

Second dash for gas could leave UK ‘vulnerable’ warn Ministers

A Treasury led 'dash for gas' could make the UK's carbon targets under the Climate Change Act unachievable, according to the Environmental Audit Committee today.

Unilever invites ideas to reduce water use in laundry products

Unilever is in advanced discussions with several technology companies to develop laundry products that can deliver high performance using less water in lower temperatures.

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