Day: 24 August 2009

Big Tidy Up picks up 50,000 bags of litter

The Big Tidy Up campaign is celebrating its first birthday and has announced it has collected 50,000 bag of rubbish.

Climate talks must consider water, not just carbon

The COP-5 climate talks set to take place in December must include water as a key component of the negotiation process.

European 100w and frosted bulb phase out

The phase out of 100w and frosted lightbulbs gets underway next week in an effort to drive down emissions in Europe.

World’s largest supplier of beef and pork fined $2m for breaking pollution agreements

The world's largest supplier of premium beef and pork has agreed to pay more than $2m in a civil penalty to settle allegations it broke its pollution discharge permit.

Zero Waste Plan unveiled for Scotland

Scotland has outlined plans for a zero waste future and hinted at increasing the types of materials banned from landfill.

Roscommon communities tackle environmental impact

Communities throughout the Irish county of Roscommon have been working on practical solutions to reduce their environmental impact.

Nuclear waste found near Scottish coast

A small amount of nuclear waste described as a 'shovel full' has been uncovered on the Scottish coast.

Council defends decision to evict Glasgow’s guerilla gardeners

Glasgow City Council has defended its decision to take legal action against individuals growing vegetables on municipally-held land.

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