Day: 21 December 2010

Viridor wins contract for new BBC site

Viridor continue to expand their waste and recycling empire with the award of a tender to manage the recycling and waste services at MediaCityUK, the new northern home of the BBC.

Dioxin levels safe in Ireland

The latest Irish Environment Protection Agency (EPA) report on dioxin levels shows that dioxin levels in Ireland are well below EU safety limits.

Air pollution causes early death of 200,000 lives

A report has been published today (December 21) on the health effects of air pollution in the UK.

Clay Country eco-community pilot plans begin

Plans have begun for the development of an eco-community in West Carclaze/Baal, Mid Cornwall.

Kerry to benefit from new sewerage system

A Euro 8.6 million water and sewerage scheme has been given the go-ahead in the village of Waterville, County Kerry.

Government calls for phasing out of peat

A new consultation by DEFRA has been published on phasing out the horticultural use of peat.

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