Day: 1 December 2009

Stern says Copenhagen could still save world

The COP15 talks set to kick off in Copenhagen next week might still have the potential to save the world from catastrophic climate change, according to Nicolas Stern.

Outspoken CEO of Thames Water stands down

The outspoken chief executive of Thames Water has decided to step down after three years and less than a week after Ofwat's ruling on prices.

Spanish call for help for vultures to clear waste

Rules on the disposal of animal carcasses should be loosed to encourage Spain's vulture population to grow, according to leading scientists in the country.

Waste management plans help win builders business

A survey of the construction industry haws shown that a formal Site Waste Management Plan is seen as potential way to sway developers offering contracts.

Consultants expect public sector contracts to outstrip private

For the first time in the history of the edie consultancy survey, more firms believe the public sector will offer more opportunity for new work than the private sector.

Social sustainability

Consultants predict bright future for renewable energy

That work relating to climate change, energy efficiency and renewable energy features high on the list of growth areas predicted by most environmental consultancies is a given - but what might be surprising is just how much confidence there is in this sector.

Energy

Construction slowdown hits contaminated land work

Contaminated land has been hard hit by the economic downturn but the future is looking strong for those who can ride out short term woes.

Climate & nature

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