News from 0 June 2007 on edie

Basin transfer must be last resort

River basin transfers are a threat to the world's most vital resources, according to the World Wildlife Fund.

2006 a boom year for investment in renewable energy

Renewable energy is becoming an increasingly popular commodity to invest in, according to a new trend analysis from UN Environment Programme (UNEP).

‘Zero Mercury’ in EU by 2011

Exporting mercury from the European Union will be banned from 2011, the EU governments agreed yesterday.

MSPs support block of ship-to-ship oil transfers

New powers enabling ministers to freeze plans for a controversial oil shipment were backed yesterday by Scottish politicians from all sides.

Solar-powered rubbish bin to press the mess

Torbay Council in Devon is the first in the UK to test a new solar-powered bin that compacts waste as it's filled, allowing the bin to hold up to five times the amount of normal rubbish.

From wasteland to community asset

Industrial wasteland is being regenerated and redeveloped, as part of a new scheme in Northwest England.

Ex-EPA chief denies allegations over 9/11 pollution

A former administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency is being criticized over September 11 workers' health and safety from toxic pollutants following the attacks.

Lorry drivers claim to cut carbon footprint

Nearly 9 out of 10 road haulage companies are attempting to trim down their carbon footprint, according to a new survey by the Freight Transport Association (FTA).

Aim to reach waste neutrality in construction

A tool measuring performance towards 'waste neutrality' in construction has been launched by WRAP (Waste & Resources Action Programme).

Climate change is greatest challenge Welsh Coastline

Renewable energy could play a big role in saving Wales' coastline whose greatest current challenge is climate change, according to the Welsh Minister for Sustainability and Rural Development

Recycled water important for Australia’s future

Recycled water will be an "important" part of Australia's future drinking supplies, the government said this month.

Government consults on radioactive waste plans

The government has opened consultation on plans for a new hi-tech multi-billion pound underground storage facility for radioactive waste.

Month: June 2007