Day: 19 September 2012

New research highlights sorry state of textiles recycling

Less than one-third of textiles thrown away each year in the UK are recovered for reuse or recycling, according to latest research.

Carbon standards combine in ‘powerhouse’ agreement

Two of the world's leading carbon offset standards are being combined into a new land-use carbon 'powerhouse'.

In brief: Energy-from-waste contract news

Plenty of activity to report on this week, north and south of the country as plans for new energy recovery plants to deal with food and residual waste get underway.

Workplace water firm is carbon neutral in seven countries

The workplace drinks provider, Eden Springs, says it has achieved 100% carbon neutral certification in seven of its European markets, including the UK.

Consultancy shortlist announced for Sustainability Leaders Awards

The finalists in the Best Environmental Consultancy category at this year's Sustainability Leaders Awards have been announced after being voted for by the edie and Sustainable Business magazine readerships.

Solar panels come top in home-buyer wishlist

The listing of solar panels as the most desirable property extra, in a new study from mortgage provider ING Direct, has been welcomed by solar leaders as valuable and solid business research.

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