Day: 18 June 1999

London poor hit hardest by transport pollution

People living in areas with the lowest car ownership suffer from worse traffic pollution and higher death and ill health rates than those living in richer areas with high car ownership, according to a London School of Hygiene report.

Best practice focus on retail supply chain and electronics

Free, clear, expert advice on how to reduce waste and save money will be tailored to the needs of companies in the electronics industry and the retail supply chain, as part of the Government's Environmental Technology Best Practice Programme's (ETBPP) new focus on these sectors.

Toxic waste removal gene identified

Researchers at the University of California, San Diego have discovered a gene that enables plants to detoxify heavy metals.

Canadian companies form fuel cell association

Three Canadian companies have formed an association to prepare for the establishment of a fuel distribution network to meet the expected market demand for fuel cell vehicles.

Lead-free ‘green’ steel developed

Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh's School of Engineering have developed a lead-free alternative to 12L14, a free machining steel commonly used throughout the world.

First 20 energy-efficient buildings get Energy Star label

The US EPA and the US Department of Energy (DOE) have announced the first 20 US buildings to receive the new Energy Star label for energy efficiency.

Official receives record prison term for environmental law violation

Two former officers of LCP Chemicals, a bankrupt subsidiary of the Hanlin Group, have received long sentences for operating the company's Brunswick, Georgia plant in violation of environmental laws. One officer received the longest US prison term handed down for environmental crimes.

First national guidelines for company greenhouse gas reporting

The UK Government has published guidelines to make it easier for business to respond to national commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

UK business buys into sustainability, survey shows

According to a recent survey by management consultancy Arthur D Little, over 80% of executives believe their companies can derive real business value by implementing a sustainable development approach to strategy and operations across the organisation.