Day: 21 April 2011

Smog warning issued for Easter weekend

Warm weather this weekend is likely to bring a covering of smog for parts of the UK, according to the Government.

E.ON and Barratt partner on low carbon homes project

A former hospital and a new development in Croydon are two of the sites chosen for a low carbon homes project being developed by E.ON and Barratt Homes.

Dirty loo habits pollute UK beaches

The latest litter survey from the Marine Conservation Society (MCS) says that sewage-related debris (SRD) from people's bathrooms is one of the major causes of beach pollution.

Refuse truck to be propelled with military engine

A waste collection vehicle equipped with military technology will soon go on trial in a pioneering move which should result in significant fuel savings.

Water engineers career boost

The Institute of Water is offering a free professional review for water engineers to gain Chartered Engineer (CEng), Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or Engineering Technician (EngTech) status.

Sewage discharged into River Tees

The Environment Agency is warning residents in Stockton not to enter Lustrum Beck after a large discharge of sewage was found in the water.

Tower Bridge switches on to low carbon for 2012

One of London's most iconic landmarks, Tower Bridge, is to get energy efficient LED lighting, reducing its energy consumption by 40%.

WSP in ground-breaking remediation deal

WSP Environment and Energy has completed the remediation of a brownfield site using a ground-breaking 'liability transfer'.

Solar firm use Queen’s award to attack FITs cuts

A solar business winning an award selected by the Queen used the opportunity to launch a scathing attack on the Government.

Japan begins legally enforcing Fukushima exclusion zone

A 12 mile exclusion zone around Japan's stricken Fukushima nuclear plant became legally enforceable last night.

Profile: Matt Chasen CEO uShip

Matt Chasen is the CEO of uShip, a transport service that recently set up the Green Transport Network.

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