Day: 10 September 2012

Bioplastics guidance looks to counter greenwash claims

Guidance to help dispel greenwashing myths over bioplastics has been released in a bid to better inform product designers and brand managers about the benefits of this packaging material.

Mainstream secures €60m deal for major renewables expansion

Mainstream Renewable Power has signed a deal that will see the company receive €60m (£48m) from banking services provider Macquarie Group to develop and expand its ambitious wind and solar capacity plans.

Government to cut solar support rates by 25%

The Government has proposed cuts to subsidy rates for solar power installations that it claims will ensure stability, certainty and sustainability for the solar industry.

Environment Agency launches initiative to encourage greener business

The Environment Agency has launched an initiative to encourage debate and discussion on what it takes to achieve greener businesses in economically challenging times.

Diageo records 7% water efficiency improvement in 2011

Diageo is on track to reach its water efficiency improvement target of 30% by 2015 after seeing progress of 7.2% in 2011, according to the drink manufacturer's latest Sustainability and Responsibility report.

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