Day: 28 June 2006

Humans wiping out coastal marine life, study shows

Human exploitation of coastal waters and estuaries has wiped out 65% of their wetland and sea-grass habitats and depleted 90% of marine species, new research suggests.

Tap water cleaner, lead still a problem

Tap water quality in England and Wales improved in 2005 but lead contamination remained a problem, the annual report from the drinking water watchdog has found.

Church organs escape EU toxic clamp down

Fears that traditional church organs containing lead piping faced an uncertain future following next month's introduction of regulations restricting the use of hazardous materials have proved unfounded.

Most computer users would pay premium for eco-friendly PC

An international survey has found that - in most countries - the overwhelming majority of computer users would be prepared to pay a little extra for IT equipment that did not damage the environment.

“Greener” grass drainage for motorways

Grass could soon start replacing the concrete lining Britain's motorways, after a new "green" drainage system designed to cut pollution and flooding successfully passed tests.

EA waters down ‘low impact’ criteria

New regulations will make it easier for industrial installations to qualify as having a low environmental impact - leading to reduced charges from the Environment Agency.

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