Day: 2 April 2008

Europe to fund renewables in developing world

Europe has announced plans to back investment in renewable energy in Africa and other parts of the developing world in an effort to provide reliable electricity in an environmentally sustainable way.

Northern Ireland skip firm fined for waste offence

A Belfast skip company has been fined £2,500 for waste offences.

Critical time for climate change

News in Brief

Public must be persuaded to embrace water efficiency

Water users will not be persuaded to cut their consumption until they can be convinced that there really is a shortage and it is in their best interests to do something about this.

Countries ‘failing’ on WEEE regs

Implementation of the EU's WEEE regulations has not been up to scratch in most member states, a new survey has claimed.

Strategy aims to stop carbon loss from soil

Soil experts are being asked for their views on a new strategy to protect England's soils for the future.

Suzuki fuel cell bikes in the pipeline

Hydrogen fuel cell-powered Suzuki motorbikes could be on the streets soon following a deal with Loughborough-based firm Intelligent Energy.

Lead regs to protect children

Firms that renovate or repair housing, childcare facilities or schools will have to follow new rules to protect children from exposure to lead.

Green roof benefits explored

Installing a green roof can dramatically reduce energy use and costs - as well as supporting biodiversity, reducing flooding and combating climate change.

Defra study backs weekly food waste collections

Two thirds of households recycle their food waste when councils provide a dedicated weekly food waste collection alongside a fortnightly collection of other waste.

Asbestos warning for tradesmen

Tradesmen are being warned to beware of the dangers of asbestos in a new campaign from the Health and Safety Executive.

Environmental markets thrive despite economic dip

The economy is going down the tubes, companies are tightening the purse strings, and people are being laid off left, right and centre. It is a perilous job market out there.

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