Day: 7 June 2012

Bristol goes for green

Bristol is hoping its vision as one of the UK's most energy and carbon efficient cities will enable it to claim the title of Europe's Greenest City in the European Green Capital Award (EGCA).

Businesses to benefit from food waste funding boost

Commercial food waste collection services are set to expand following the award of WRAP funding to seven waste contractors.

Roadchef launches electric car charge points

Roadchef motorway services have launched the UK's first network of rapid charge points for electric cars, enabling drivers to drive the length of the country.

Europe forecast to decommission 150 nuclear plants by 2030

The majority of planned nuclear power closures globally are forecast to take place in Europe, with 150 plants in line for closure by 2030.

Exclusive: M&S unveils next level of Plan A waste ambition

Marks & Spencer is set to build on its zero waste achievements by targeting further reductions in operational and supply chain waste and exploiting more closed loop opportunities.

UK and Norway agree energy partnership

A pioneering energy partnership between the UK and Norway, which aims to secure affordable and sustainable long term energy supplies for the two countries, has been unveiled.

Recycling charter seeks to win trust of public

A new industry charter launched today (June 6) aims to boost public confidence in recycling by allowing people to find out where their household waste ends up.

Edie awards judging panel finalised – enter now!

Chaired by Environment Agency chairman Lord Smith, the judging panel for this year's Sustainability Leaders Awards is made up of genuine leaders in the field from across a spectrum of disciplines and experience.

UK water security at crisis point, warns ICE

The UK's water security is at a critical point and decisive action must be taken to safeguard water resources, according to the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).

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