News from 0 June 2009 on edie

Edie Awards for Environmental Excellence: deadline for entries extended

The deadline for the edie awards has been extended to July 10.

‘Zero carbon hierarchy’ for homes outlined

Whitehall is confident that all new homes will meet government targets to be zero carbon by 2016, although some of the savings will be made offsite.

US to provide $750,000 for clean up of Commonwealth islands

Pacific islands with close political ties to the USA are to receive grants of $750,000 to clean up brownfield sites as part of a wider plan to improve their environment.

Shredded tyres in playgrounds could be toxic risk

An American NGO that prides itself on being made up of public sector whistle blowers is claiming that shredded tyres used as surfacing in playgrounds may provide a good route for recycling an awkward material, but could present a hidden health threat.

Developing world will need $100bn per year to fight climate change – Gordon Brown

Rich nations should find around $100bn per year to help developing countries cut carbon emissions, reduce deforestation and fight the effects of climate change that is already occurring, according to the British Prime Minister.

Britain on health alert as temperatures soar

The authorities have swung into action and triggered the national Heatwave Plan as temperatures in excess of 30°C are expected in parts of the UK.

Don’t bin clothes – take them to Oxfam

Oxfam has joined forces with the Recycle Now campaign in an attempt to highlight the environmental damage caused by binning unwanted clothes.

Goa records lowest ever reservoir levels as rains fail

The Indian state of Goa has recorded lower-than-ever water levels at its two biggest reservoirs after it saw a 10cm drop in rainfall last year.

Boss of Thames Water speaks out about flow restrictors

Thames Water has asked a group of MPs working on new legislation for the industry to consider the use of flow restrictors.

Sheep dip devastated Scottish watercourse

Sheep dip dripped into a watercourse devastating wildlife and local plants after a farmer failed to properly dispose of it.

Better energy grid would help Europe cut carbon

A truly pan-European energy market, with the grid infrastructure to support it, would make renewables a more attractive investment and help bring down the continent's carbon footprint.

Sears tower to get $350m green makeover

The iconic Sears Tower is to be transformed into a beacon of sustainability with a multi-million dollar green makeover.

Month: June 2009