Day: 29 March 2012

Health and safety boost for NI waste sector

A forum to drive up health and safety standards across Northern Ireland's waste and recycling sector has been launched.

RHI delay a ‘missed opportunity’, says industry

Businesses have branded government plans to delay the second phase of the renewable heat incentive (RHI) a "missed opportunity" for the UK's carbon targets.

Congratulations to the Water Industry Achievement Awards winners 2012!

A prestigious black-tie gala ceremony saw the Water Industry Achievement Awards winners announced.

Work underway on a national zero waste award

The Government is to launch an accredited zero waste award to encourage businesses and communities to work towards greater waste prevention.

Npower and E.ON scrap nuclear plans

Government plans for a nuclear UK are in tatters after energy giants RWE Npower and E.ON pulled the plug on a major nuclear power project.

Food service sector braced for waste prevention drive

Caterers and food service operators will be expected to commit to reducing food and packaging waste under a new producer responsibility deal this May.

Kerbside sort is councils’ choice for waste collection

Source-segregation is the favoured household waste collection method among local authorities according to latest research.

H&M tests new water risk tool

Clothing retailer H&M is among the first companies to take advantage of WWF's new global online tool, which aims to help businesses identify and mitigate water risk.

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