News from 3 May 2011 on edie

Awards for Environmental Excellence deadline extension

The deadline to enter edie's Awards for Environmental Excellence has been extended to this Thursday (May 5).

Study maps C&I waste arisings for the north east

Over two million tonnes of waste from commercial and industrial businesses is generated each year across the north east of England, according to a recent report.

May Quiz

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Cops in six month electric bike trial

Cops in Manchester are taking an environmentally friendly approach to crime fighting by getting on electric cycles.

Zero waste as former landfill site is recycled into MRF

A UK recycling company has achieved 100% materials reuse in a landfill recovery scheme believed to be the first in Europe.

UK energy infrastructure on high alert after arrests

Five men were arrested outside a nuclear power station shortly after the death of Osama Bin Laden was announced.

Irish fire brigade dealing with ‘unprecedented’ wildfires

Fires caused by unseasonably warm weather and careless campers have contributed to a potential disaster for Ireland's bogs and forests.

Mandatory home energy certificates increase

200,000 homes in Ireland are now covered by Building Energy Ratings (BER), which give an indication of the energy performance of a home.

Irish decision due on household food waste regs

The findings of a study into the impact of introducing household food waste regulations in Ireland will be released before the summer, Environment Minister Phil Hogan has announced.

Ireland switching rate one of highest in Europe

Irish customers have one of the highest electricity supplier switching rates in Europe with 40% changing supplier since 2009.

Go ahead for remediation of Scotland’s largest brownfield site

Multi-million pound plans to revitalise the biggest brownfield site in Scotland have been given a major boost.

Ireland’s industrial pollutant output falls

Ireland has found itself amongst Europe's winners as the European Union revealed a fall in industrial pollutants over the weekend.

Day: 3 May 2011