News from 21 October 2011 on edie

InterfaceFLOR joins forces with SITA for Euro-wide carpet takeback scheme

Global carpet tile manufacturer InterfaceFLOR has entered into a European-wide partnership agreement SITA to collect and recover end-of-life carpet tiles from its customers.

Courtauld Commitment 3 set to target lifecycle of products

WRAP's next generation of voluntary agreements for the retail supply chain is likely to tackle issues around products, product design and lifecycle impacts.

Minister Stevenson launches Scotland’s first environmental support tool for businesses

The minister for the environment and climate change, Stewart Stevenson, has unveiled what has been called "the country's first" environmental support tool for businesses.

Research claims turning heating down one degree could save £35m

Business and public sector organisations could save millions of pounds by turning the heating down one degree, according to new guidance by the Carbon Trust.

United Utilities call for witnesses after callous thieves axe ancient tree

United Utilities is appealing for witnesses after thieves chopped down a 120-year-old tree, near its Stocks Reservoir site, Lancashire.

CCTV inspections using robot cameras reduces flood risk

New data mapping to monitor blockages and help reduce flooding in the Yorkshire area has been effective, according to the Environment Agency (EA).

Postcode lottery of energy bills revealed

Energy bills can differ widely depending on where you live, according to new research.

Haz waste firm OSS Group acquires Hall and Campey

Hazardous waste specialist OSS Group has acquired Nottingham-based Hall and Campey, a waste oil collection business, for an undisclosed sum.

WRG wins bumper HWRC contract in Buckinghamshire

Waste Recycling Group (WRG) has been awarded a contract to manage 10 household waste recycling centres (HWRCs) on behalf of Buckinghamshire County Council.

VIDEO: Met Police targets waste prevention as recycling rockets

The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) has reported a 77% recycling and recovery rate across its operations in London, significantly beating its 60% target for 2010-11.

Day: 21 October 2011