Day: 6 August 2012

Sustainable solution for Network Rail waste processing equipment

A sustainable, modular building has been constructed to accommodate eco-friendly waste processing equipment at Westwood, Network Rail's training centre near Coventry.

Funding incentive boost for Scottish businesses to reduce waste

An extra £100k has been added to a support fund that encourages Scottish small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to come up with environmental innovations to reduce waste and tackle greenhouse gas emissions.

Can water leapfrog carbon?

Looking back on the UK's 40-year journey developing carbon reduction and climate policy to encourage business to become more sustainable,AEA Europe director Robert Bell asks if there are lessons that can be learned and applied to the challenges of water management.

Communicating sustainability needs to be effective in any climate

If green marketing only works in times of economic prosperity, then we need to find a way of communicating sustainability that's effective in any climate.

Coca-Cola spreads recycling message during Olympic torch relay

Olympic sponsor Coca-Cola has released details on its initiative to engage thousands of sports fans around the country in the importance of recycling during the Olympic Flame's 70-day torch relay.

UK will lead global energy revolution vows Clegg

Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg and Energy and Climate Change Secretary Edward Davey have today underlined the UK's commitment to renewables and a green economy, telling business leaders that the UK is "a great place" to invest in energy.

New technology targets water wastage

A new innovative technology has been designed that could help water companies to reduce wastage from leaking water pipes.

Planning permission process restricts renewables projects for farmers

A majority of farmers see the process of gaining planning permission as a barrier against carrying out renewable energy projects, according to the National Farmers Union (NFU).

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