News from 5 December 2007 on edie

Winning water schemes scoop awards

Waterwise organisations and individuals in the US have been rewarded for their efforts to reduce, reuse and recycle the wet stuff.

Fish release to rejuvenate polluted river

Just three months ago tens of thousands of fish were wiped out after chemicals from a sewage works were accidentally released into a south London river.

IT carbon emissions ‘match aviation’

The ICT sector has a carbon footprint similar to that of the aviation industry and will soon outstrip emissions from flights, according to a new report.

Pitt pushes Katrina recovery

Brad Pitt stood among a sea of pink tents this week as he unveiled plans for 150 sustainable homes in part of New Orleans devastated by Hurricane Katrina.

Climate change threat to human rights

Climate change is violating human rights - and this should be recognised by the United Nations when it marks this year's Human Rights Day on December 10.

Green home advice on tap for Londoners

A service promising to help Londoners make their homes more green was launched from inside a model eco-house in Trafalgar Square on Tuesday.

Huge council carbon cutting role

Local authorities could play a significant role when it comes to cutting the UK's carbon emissions by inspiring their communities and putting their own houses in order.

Sustainable building strategy needs shoring up

Government green building plans are well intentioned but lack co-ordination, according to the Chartered Institute of Building.

London shares transport tips

Representatives of 33 major cities descended on London this week to share tips on transport and congestion schemes to tackle climate change.

Day: 5 December 2007