Day: 24 January 2012

Train operator c2c launches station recycling scheme

Train operator c2c Group has rolled out a recycling programme for all of its stations across the south east, from Essex to London.

Scottish Water freezes charges for 2012/13

A price freeze announced by Scottish Water today means prices have not increased for the fourth year running.

WEEE overhaul forces more takeback requirements on large retailers

Retailers will have to extend their takeback schemes for e-waste under new rules governing the WEEE Directive which have effectively strengthened producer responsibility requirements.

UK energy bills could fund independent Scotland’s £7bn energy overhaul

Whether it remains part of Great Britain is up for grabs but Scotland's future as a green energy centre has taken a giant leap forward.

ANALYSIS: Sony on track to eliminate waste by 2050

Sony Corporation has exceeded its waste minimisation targets across all of its global business sites, achieving a 54% reduction rate in 2010 set against a 40% objective.

Energy and water savings on the menu at new Whitbread site

Whitbread - owners of budget hotel chain Premier Inn - has announced the latest step in sustainability with green drives on water and energy.

NHS trust opts for staff buy-in to reach 40% recycling rate

A major NHS trust is undertaking a massive staff engagement programme in a bid to recycle 40% of all its clinical and domestic waste by the end of 2012.

Hospital outsourcing model generates healthy waste savings

A major NHS trust has increased its recycling levels by 34% over the past year with the help of a dedicated waste team involving private sector partners

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