Day: 15 February 2012

‘Green’ donors named in anti-climate change think tank leak

Global businesses including Microsoft, Diageo, GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) and General Motors appear to have been named as supporters of an influential think tank which refutes scientific climate change evidence - sparking a #deniergate twitter storm.

Counting the cost of mandatory reporting

Mandatory carbon reporting is looming - but opinion remains divided over whether this additional regulation is an effective way of driving emissions down or just extra red tape. Mike Scott reports

Surviving creative destruction

The world is going through a major economic transition in which capitalism must evolve. Michael Townsend considers the €~strategic icebergs€™ on the horizon €" and how businesses should respond

Soap suds and savings

Washrooms can account for a significant percentage of water use in offices. But, say Ann Durrant and Alexandra McKay, companies can reduce their impact on this natural resource and save money by switching from lotion to foam soaps and changing their employees handwashing technique

Natural wonder: Biodiversity strategies in action

Urban areas can provide homes for many species and plants that bring a multitude of benefits to the population. Dr Richard Delahay and Mark Line, explain why companies should strive to contribute to a richer environment by enhancing the biodiversity

LEED vs BREEAM: What’s best?

The Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) green building rating system is starting to gain ground in the UK, but can it challenge the dominance of BREEAM, the UK's design and assessment method for sustainable buildings? Dave Cheshire reports

10 reasons NOT to write a CSR report

The pressure to report may be increasing - but that doesn't mean your company has to jump into the reporting pool. Elaine Cohen outlines ten valid arguments for the debut CSR report to be put on hold

Europe’s most advanced glass recycling plant opens in Scotland

Viridor has developed what it claims is one of the most hi-tech glass recycling facilities in the world with a £6m investment at its Midlothian site.

Lush builds straw cold room for lower carbon impact

Cosmetics manufacturer Lush is looking to drive down carbon emissions, reduce waste and improve energy efficiency by building what it claims is Europe's' first straw cold room.

ADBA launches free service for farmers

The Anaerobic Digestion and Biogas Association (ADBA) is today launching a free consultancy service for farmers and landowners to advise on the viability of Anaerobic Digestion (AD).

Sustainability drive saves Co-op £40m per year

The Co-operative Group's ethical plan, launched 12 months ago has paid dividends, reducing emissions, slashing water usage and making an impressive impact on the bottom line.

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