Day: 26 July 2012

Tesco falls behind on climate-friendly refrigerant target

Tesco has fallen behind in its efforts to make 150 stores in the UK Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) free by 2012, according to a report by the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA).

Renewable electricity generation up 33% in 2011

Electricity generated from renewable sources in the UK increased by 33% in 2011 compared to the previous year, while energy production fell by a record 13.2%.

New regulatory system for waste contractors in Ireland

A new waste management policy was launched yesterday in Ireland to give householders a greater say in who collects their rubbish.

How low cost bolt ons could bring Green Deal success

Is the Green Deal in trouble? Many questions remain about how it could help those in fuel poverty, and recent amendments to the deal are not helping the situation.

Energy

Sustainable Business and edie announce Corporate Water Risk 2012

Registration is now open for Corporate Water Risk 2012, an event organised by Sustainable Business and edie for organisations from all sectors to gain practical and up-to-date guidance of the risks, responses and opportunities of water management in business.

Guidance for businesses in reporting sustainability credentials

New guidance has been proposed to help UK companies demonstrate their sustainability performance.

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