Day: 15 February 2011

Mercury from energy efficient bulbs going to landfill

Large quantities of mercury could be pouring into landfills as consumers are unaware of the need to recycle energy efficient light bulbs.

Safe drinking water set to improve in Cork

A Euro 2.9 million deal to provide reliable and safe drinking water to Mallow town in County Cork, Ireland has been signed.

Chris Smith to chair edie awards

Edie is excited to announce that Rt Hon Lord Smith, chairman of the Environment Agency, is to chair this year's edie Awards for Environmental Excellence.

Water firm pledges no waste or pollution and 50% emission cuts by 2015

The UK's largest water firm claims to have announced the most ambitious set of environmental targets in the industry.

Northern Ireland launches environment survey

The Northern Ireland government has launched a £4 million cross-border scheme to study the sustainable use of natural resources.

Singapore is Asia’s greenest city

Singapore is the greenest city in Asia according to a new study 'Asian Green City Index'. The study was commissioned by Siemens and carried out by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU).

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