Day: 20 July 2006

Campaigner dismisses Defra response to pesticide report

The Government has published a response to research into the impact of pesticides on the environment and human health.

Individuals could trade carbon currency – Miliband

Carbon trading could be extended to individuals, with greener citizens receiving financial rewards while polluters personally pay for their emissions.

Ireland reflects on a year of WEEE

In the run up to the anniversary of the Irish introduction of the laws forcing those who put electrical goods on the market to take responsibility for them once they reach the end of their working life, Environment Minister Dick Roche has applauded the success of the scheme and willingness of consumers and producers alike to help things run smoothly.

Europe sets sights on surface water pollution

New legislation proposed by the European Commission this week would give rivers, lakes and coastal waters added protection from toxic chemicals.

Recycled wood chip booming, says WRAP

Sales of recycled wood chips have risen 11,500 tonnes over the last year, following a campaign to promote the material for use on paths, plant beds and play areas.

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