Day: 7 March 2007

US pushes ahead on mountain nuclear dump

Washington looks set for a political battle after the US Department of Energy presented plans to fast track a high-grade nuclear waste dump in the mountains of Nevada, stressing the need for an urgent resolution.

Canadian corporates aim for environmental edge

An organisation representing a huge chunk of Canada's corporate clout has launched a task force to look at how the country could become a world leader in environmental technologies and sustainable development.

Finland ill-prepared for spill

One third of Finland's oil-spill fighting fleet is out of action because there are no crew for the ships, an official has said.

Oil companies agree to work on environmental impact

The oil and gas industry has become the latest sector in the USA to sign up to a voluntary agreement designed to reduce its environmental impact.

Government pledges to build green

Green building is at the heart of Government plans for a more sustainable public sector.

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