News from 19 May 2008 on edie

Water trading ‘the key’ to Chinese water crisis

A new regulation which could introduce water trading in China could hold the key to achieving water sustainability in the country, according to international experts.

Maps highlight noisy neighbourhoods

Ever wondered how much noise the traffic, railways and businesses near your home or workplace are creating?

‘Asbestos ship’ finally headed for Turkey

A controversial chemical tanker that has spent most of the last nine years docked in the Netherlands awaiting decontamination is now on its way to Turkey for scrapping.

Microwaves used to kill ballast stowaways

Scientists in the US say they have developed a method that uses microwaves to kill off plants and animals hitching a lift in the ballast water on cargo ships.

It’s all sustainable, but which bit’s best for me?

So you've spent your first day at SustainabilityLive! but are you concerned you're not getting as much out of the show as you could?

Making sense of SustainabilityLive! – the shows at a glance

Four shows in one - but what do they all cover? A quick glance at the guide below makes it crystal clear.

Office air quality under investigation

A new programme is to be launched across Ireland to test the air quality in public buildings and offices.

Media fund for sustainable development projects

Media organisations and journalists throughout Ireland have the opportunity to secure funding for projects focusing on sustainable development issues.

Energy efficiency investment ‘worth $300bn a year’

Investment in energy efficiency in America is outpacing investment in traditional energy infrastructure by three to one.

Planners give green light to £35m MBT plant

A £35m facility to recycle biodegradable waste into renewable energy is set to open in Cheshire after council planners gave the scheme the thumbs up.

Day: 19 May 2008