News from 6 June 2012 on edie

Third of EfW operators predict downturn in 2013

A third of energy-from-waste operators across Europe are forecasting a contraction in business activity over the next 12 months, according to new research.

Former edie awards winner launches project into agricultural water efficiency

Environmental solutions consultant ADAS and Cranfield University are exploring ways to improve the efficiency of water use for irrigated food crop production.

Green Investment Bank – a bang or a whimper?

Waste may be favoured under the Green Investment Bank's remit, but don't get your hopes up yet, cautions Peter Jones

Circular economy

Drought boosts popularity of rainwater harvesting

Drain Center has seen sales of its rainwater harvesting kits rocket by 40% compared to last year, as a result of UK drought.

British paper industry calls for delay to marine fuels sulphur limit

The UK's paper industry has criticised a European Parliament agreement to limit the sulphur content of marine fuel, arguing it will "distort" competition and damage economic growth.

Landfill tax fiasco far from resolved

Concerns continue to mount over controversial landfill tax changes despite the Government hurriedly re-issuing guidance last week in a bid to reassure the industry.

Wales and Demark to collaborate on sustainability

Wales and Denmark have pledged to work together on sustainability opportunities ahead of the Rio+20 summit taking place later this month.

Brands join forces to pioneer plant-based packaging

Some of the world's biggest consumer brands have formed a global alliance to push forward the development of bio-plastics packaging in their products.

Cold Move switches to solar to reduce carbon footprint

Temperature controlled storage and distribution company Cold Move has installed, what it claims, is the North of England's largest solar energy project.

Day: 6 June 2012