Day: 18 October 2011

UK firms still too lax on confidential data disposal, research finds

Almost a fifth of UK organisations have been victims of serious data fraud, as new research is released revealing worrying gaps in confidential data disposal.

Edie shortlisted for national award

The edie team is celebrating after being shortlisted for Digital Brand of the Year at the Independent Publisher Awards 2011.

Japanese bra-to-fuel recycling scheme set to scupper ‘perverts’

Bra manufacturing giants Triumph International and Wacoal have teamed up to encourage women in Japan to recycle their underwear for use as an alternative industrial fuel.

Call for entries for Water Industry Achievement Awards 2012

Businesses and organisations in the water industry are being urged to apply for the Water Industry Achievement Awards (WIAA) 2012.

US landfill solar project set to generate power from 12,500 panels

Solar panels are to be erected on a US state-owned closed landfill site in New Jersey, forming a solar farm that will provide up to 3MW of renewable energy.

Scottish Water contract boosts apprenticeship scheme

A four year contract provided by Scottish Water (SW) is set to increase T.O.M's vehicle apprenticeship scheme by nearly 50%.

Farmers could save money by sourcing bio-fertiliser from AD

Welsh farmers are being encouraged to realise the benefits of sourcing quality compost and bio-fertiliser, which could result in significant cost savings for them.

Irish local authorities come together for energy savings

Three Irish local authorities are to take the lead in testing new renewable technologies and policies in an effort to boost a national move towards sustainable energy.

Energy Summit’s suggestion of £200 saving an insult to consumers

The government, big energy firms and consumer groups have agreed to a very voter friendly drive aimed at reducing power bills at least in the short term.

Justin Timberlake scoops green award

Hollywood actor and singer Justin Timberlake has been honoured for his green credentials in the Environment Association Media Awards (EAM).

When the drugs reach the works

Consumption of illegal drugs is a major fact of metropolitan life, says Frank Rogalla of Aqualia. But what happens when they leave the human body? European research provides some answers

Compact treatment for ‘Venice’s Garden’

The filtration system for a wastewater treatment plant on the Venetian island of Sant'Erasmo required a special configuration, says Darren Reed, business development manager of PCI Membranes.

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