Day: 23 August 2006

Cornish town launches major regeneration scheme

A new regeneration scheme in Camborne, Cornwall, is to transform the derelict site of a former equipment factory into an eco-housing development.

Warmer seas bring algal bloom explosion

Toxic algal blooms are flourishing across Europe's coastal waters, fuelled by this summer's hot weather and fertilized by human-induced pollution - a phenomenon that is likely to become a common sight in a warmer Europe, the European Environment Agency has warned.

Landfill funded projects line up for awards

The best environmental projects funded by grants from the scheme formerly known as the Landfill Tax Credits are set to be honoured with prestigious awards.

Council cleans up sand without eroding the beach

Those tasked with getting rid of the waste that piles up on popular tourist beaches have traditionally been faced with a problem - how to efficiently remove litter without sweeping up half the beach with you.

She’s leaving – but not on a jet plane

A biology expert from the Centre for Alternative Technology in mid Wales is heading to a wedding in Australia and plans to take her time and avoid polluting planes.

River creatures thrive as sewer improvements pay off

Sustained efforts to reduce sewage pollution have brought improved river water quality - as indicated by increasing numbers of snails, shrimps and other river creatures, the Environment Agency has said as it released biological water quality data.

Middle East hosts CSR bazaar

News in Brief

Lebanese slick suffocating sea bed

Oil spilled during hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah has now sunk to the sea bed, choking sea life with a toxic carpet.

Salary survey

Are you a valued employee and are you being paid the going rate for your position? Many of the consultancies are engaging in major recruitment drives in order to meet the demands of this fast growing industry which means those with valuable skills and expertise can expect to receive generous remuneration. Qualifications and experience tell part of the story but what other factors sway the bosses when they set your salary?

Market analysis

The environmental sector is an economic success story and its rise looks set to continue for the foreseeable future. Consultancy is at the core of the industry and plays a vital role in its growth, but are some areas advancing faster than others and are you backing the right horse?

Reputation

Hard earned respect and reputation are rewarding in their own right but they are also a highly marketable commodity. The Edie Consultancy Survey has shown year on year that customers place reputation as their top priority when considering which consultancy to opt for - it doesn't matter how good your services are nor how competitively you are priced, unless you have won the trust of potential clients and they have faith in your abilities, contracts will be few and far between.

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