Day: 25 January 2008

Charity wins BSkyB partnership

Environmental charity Global Action Plan has been picked as BSkyB's new charity partner following a nationwide search.

More people choose ethical pensions

More and more people are thinking about the future of the planet when saving for the future, according to research from a leading UK personal pension provider.

$180m scheme to revitalise African soil

A US$180m five-year programme has been launched to restore the fertility of soil in sub-Saharan Africa.

‘Zero waste’ drive planned in Scotland

Plans to create a 'zero waste Scotland' by boosting recycling and capping waste incineration have been announced by Scottish government chiefs.

1% of Brits take part in formal car sharing

Government figures released this week show that while just 1% of the population claims to be enrolled in a formal car share scheme, well over half catch a lift on a regular basis.

Scottish land tested for contamination

Tests are being carried out on reclaimed land in Scotland that may be contaminated.

Ireland’s environmental performance slips

Issues surrounding water pollution mean that Ireland's environmental standing in the world slipped in 2007, a new study has shown.

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