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O2 targets zero waste and carbon savings by 2015
O2 aims to become a zero waste to landfill company by 2015 and deliver up to 4
million tonnes of carbon savings under ambitious new plans unveiled today (February
7).
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The Big Question
What do you think of Ed Davey's plans for the energy sector ? In light of Ed Davey's assertation that: "There may have been a change at the helm, but there'll be no change in direction or ambition." Are you
- Optimistic?
- Reserving judgement?
- Unconvinced?
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Opinion
Resource security: Business as unusual
Environment Secretary Caroline Spelman gives a sneak preview of the Government's forthcoming Resource Security Action Plan - and what it means for business
The UK economy is reliant on a wide range of resources, from water and food to the rare earth metals needed for new technologies. Globally, population growth and increasing affluence mean demand for resources is growing.
At the same time climate change is starting to put pressure on our most essential resources. This is why resource security has become an issue; why resource efficiency and the reduction of waste are vital to the new, green economy we need to build.
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Edie poll proves businesses divided over water pricing
Businesses are divided over plans by Ofwat to increase water bills, with an edie poll suggesting a near even spilt between those in favour and those against the increase.
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160-year-old printing press refurbished as low-carbon offices
The Low Carbon Workplace Trust (LCWT) has launched its first low carbon refurbished building in Guildford, Surrey.
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Industry leaders hit out at plans to increase packaging targets
A government consultation to adopt higher packaging recycling targets has been criticised by a leading industry body, who believes the move will burden "an already struggling sector". ...
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Green energy co-operative set to install hydro-electric turbine
A green energy co-operative has awarded a £450,000 contract to supply a hydro-electric turbine as part of a sustainable energy scheme near Whitby.
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Hogan unveils discount for early septic tank registration
Ireland's minister for environment, community and local government Phil Hogan has unveiled plans for the septic tank registration fee to be reduced to ‚¬5 for the first three months - when it will increase tenfold.
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Boris launches carbon emission cutting competition
London Mayor Boris Johnson is calling for students from across the capital to come up with "innovative ideas" to cut carbon emissions from buildings and make them more energy efficient.
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University halls of residence implements stormwater storage
The University of Exeter has implemented stormwater storage in a new hall of residence as part of its ongoing £275m Streatham Campus development project.
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EU awards £8m to Wales for landfill diversion drive
Wales has received a £8m funding boost from the EU to reduce and recycle waste
across two of its southwest counties. ...
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Ben & Jerry's competition encourages sustainability
Amercian ice-cream giants Ben & Jerry's have launched a new competition in a bid to encourage socially responsible entrepreneurs to give back to the environment and community.
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Features
Lighting up energy savings in warehouses
One of the greatest energy consumers in warehouses is lighting so how can consumption be easily and cost effectively lowered, Contrac Lighting managing director Anne Shone looks at the issue. ...
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Rooting out waste in the supply chain
Retailers have made great strides in reducing packaging and food waste. The next big step is to transfer that learning to their suppliers, says Richard Swannell...
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Visions of the future
What will the future be like in terms of consumer lifestyles in 2025? And how will these be affected by sustainability issues? The FutureScapes project aims to find out. Chris Clifton reports ...
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Waste sector urged not to leave safety behind
The fast-moving waste sector with its hi-tech advances could leave health and safety issues in the shadows, warns David Gilliver...
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Hospital outsourcing model generates healthy waste savings
A major NHS trust has increased its recycling levels by 34% over the past year with the help of a dedicated waste team involving private sector partners ...
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Mitsubishi gives producer responsibility the cool factor
Mitsubishi Electric has joined forces with a leading reprocessor to recover end-of-life air conditioning units in a unique takeback scheme, as Maxine Perella discovers ...
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Cutting-edge assessment leads the way
New technologies are bolstering the ability of JD7, a UK company specialising in pipeline monitoring. Natasha Wiseman reports...
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Magazines
Windfall for contractors 
Contractors look set to benefit from a multimillion windfall at Yorkshire Water, which plans to spend £400M between now and next April as it enters the second phase of its five-year £1.9B capital investment programme to improve its water and sewer network....
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Cutting-edge assessment leads the way
New technologies are bolstering the ability of JD7, a UK company specialising in pipeline monitoring. Natasha Wiseman reports...
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Waste sector urged not to leave safety behind
The fast-moving waste sector with its hi-tech advances could leave health and safety issues in the shadows, warns David Gilliver...
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Products & Services
The most direct Daikin spare parts supply service in the UK
Genuine Daikin parts direct from Space Air's Guildford HQ - since 1980. For over 30 years Space Air, Daikin distributor for the UK, has offered a fully comprehensive finished goods and dedicated parts supply service for Daikin air conditioning and heat pump equipment. Space Air boasts award winning ...
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Monitor Dissolved Oxygen
Last month we gave some details of a polariser device that allowed speedy changeover of ATi sensors following maintenance etc. This month we give more details.
Membraned sensors used in monitors for free chlorine, chlorine dioxide, or dissolved ozone require a stabilization period after the memb...
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pH Monitor, online calibration
Why does my pH Sensor not match the hand held? Or Junction Potentials and the Indirect Standardization Method
I've calibrated my on-line pH system with buffers and placed the sensor in service, however, the reading on the monitor doesn't match the laboratory reading. If I used the same buffers t...
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We purchase, then package for confusion
Packaging – it’s the price we pay for convenience, on a consumer level at least. This growth in material use presents a real dilemma for both manufacturers who want to preserve product quality, and retailers, who have to sell it to consum......
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The Hot Pipe
There is a power station on the South Coast in Shoreham. It is in the middle of the harbour, with a famous chimney standing proud on the horizon all around. This power station has its cooling water flowing straight out into the sea.
It’s known......
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Government and business in the ring for a FITS Fight
The Government’s attempts to cut small-scale solar panel subsidies have failed this week, as the Court of Appeal ruled the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) is acting unlawfully by cutting Feed-In Tariffs (FITs) before the end of i......
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Events
PUMPS & SYSTEMS
02/05/2012 to 02/05/2012
International Centre, Telford
Pumps & Systems is the leading UK Conference and Exhibition for everyone with an interest in pumps and pumping systems.... read more
International Centre, Telford
Pumps & Systems is the leading UK Conference and Exhibition for everyone with an interest in pumps and pumping systems.... read more
Delivering the Green Deal Conference 2012
22/03/2012 to 22/03/2012
Central Hall Westminster, London
The Green Deal aims to revolutionise the energy efficiency of British properties, businesses and communities. ... read more
Central Hall Westminster, London
The Green Deal aims to revolutionise the energy efficiency of British properties, businesses and communities. ... read more
Proving Sustainable Practice - Webinar
Starts 20/03/2012
Communicating your adoption of sustainable practice in simple terms can often be challenging. The NQA Sustainability Assessed mark provides a simple way to demonstrate third party verification of ‘best practice’ in sustainable management to all business stakeholders. View l... read more
Communicating your adoption of sustainable practice in simple terms can often be challenging. The NQA Sustainability Assessed mark provides a simple way to demonstrate third party verification of ‘best practice’ in sustainable management to all business stakeholders. View l... read more
International Biopower Generation Congress and Exhibition
13/03/2012 to 15/03/2012
Rotterdam, Netherlands
The 8th International Biopower Generation Congress and Exhibition will be returning after the sold out event in 2011. ... read more
Rotterdam, Netherlands
The 8th International Biopower Generation Congress and Exhibition will be returning after the sold out event in 2011. ... read more
Where is the electricty coming from to make the hydrogen? And what is happening to the oxygen, electrolysis of water produces...
Check ABB site with examples . Nice view of underground tunnels in Berlin with the cables hanging at the side. The ratio of u...
This is a horror story for the environment - Making the products in a typical tonne of rubbish requires the energy equivalent...
Reducing waste begins with estimating. Whether in design, part estimating, sourcing or procurement estimating the cost of man...
It is sad that this writer has not sought a balancing perspective. Not all biofuel production is so immoral, many growers se...