Environmental News on this day... for February 2019, 2018, 2015, 2010
Take a trip into the past and see what stories were in the news in February 2019, 2018, 2015, 2010February 2019
Zero-waste and carbon-neutral: £35m programme launched to transform UK steel sector
UK steelmakers and university experts are teaming together on a seven-year research programme aimed at boosting the productivity of the steel sector by championing carbon capture techniques and minimising industrial waste streams.
Government unveils deposit return scheme blueprints as part of waste management revamp
The UK Government has launched a 12-week consultation to explore how a "world-leading" tax on plastic packaging, standardised waste collections across the country and varying deposit return schemes for single-use items could overhaul and modernise the national waste management system.
Meet edie's 30 under 30 class of 2019
Aspiring young sustainability, CSR and energy professionals from the likes of the BBC, innocent Drinks, Formula E and Harrods were among the inaugural members of edie's new 30 Under 30 initiative for 2019.
Eurostar turns to phase-outs and recycled content to lower plastics footprint
High-speed rail service Eurostar will phase-out plastic water bottles from its business lounges during 2019, in a move that will reduce the organisation's plastics footprint by more than 100,000 bottles annually.
#ThisIsACrisis: 7 harsh realities of the global climate crisis
As humanity's negative impacts on the planet continue to grow, a new landmark report from the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) is warning that the time period we have left to avert an "age of environmental breakdown" is growing rapidly smaller. Here, edie rounds up seven of the report's key findings.
Iceland removes plastic packaging from fresh produce lines in 'greengrocer' scheme
Supermarket Iceland is trialing the removal of plastic packaging from its fruit and vegetable lines at one of its largest UK stores, in a bid to gauge whether consumers are willing to buy loose produce.
Campaigners call for free bus schemes as UK struggles to decarbonise transport sector
Green campaigners have begun lobbying for the UK Government and local authorities to offer free bus travel, after the latest official figures confirmed that transport was the most carbon-intense sector nationwide in 2017.
Evian's reusable water bottles and VW's 'carbon-neutral' EVs: The sustainability success stories of the week
As part of our Mission Possible campaign, edie brings you this weekly round-up of five of the best sustainability success stories of the week from across the globe.
All in or on-the-go?: Green economy reacts to Defra's deposit return scheme vision
The consultation on the UK's waste management process has sparked new debates on standardised waste collections and the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regime. But the green economy wants to go "all in" on deposit return systems.
UK cities to become climate 'hubs' under new £3.5m scheme
The UK Government has launched a new £3.5m initiative aimed at connecting the nation's largest cities in a collective effort to tackle climate challenges.
February 2018
Sir Richard Branson: Commercial low-carbon jet fuel 'within touching distance'
A decade on from Virgin Atlantic's first commercial flight using low-carbon fuel mix, the company's founder Sir Richard Branson believes that government incentives can help scale-up sustainable fuel use at a price on par with traditional aviation fuels.
EU-backed carbon capture utilisation plant opens in UK
The UK's first carbon capture demonstrator plant has opened today (1 March), providing a new treatment that can convert carbon dioxide into polyol compounds that can be used in various manufacturing processes.
Online food delivery services commit to plastics takeaway
The war on plastics has entered the rapidly growing online food delivery sector, with industry competitors Deliveroo and Just Eat both making pledges today (1 March) to cut down the amount of plastic packaging used by customers.
MPs query Government's delay on plastics tax consultation
MPs have questioned the whereabouts of a consultation on single-use plastics first proposed by the Chancellor in last year's Autumn Budget.
Drop the C: Heineken outlines science-based targets ambition
Brewer Heineken has today (12 February) unveiled a new sustainability strategy that commits to ramping up renewable energy production, piloting an internal carbon price and setting science-based targets across distribution, cooling and packaging.
CDP: 100 global cities use renewables for at least 70% of electricity needs
More than 100 global cities are now sourcing at least 70% of their electricity from renewables sources, new research has found.
Ikea joins Big Clean Switch to offer 100% renewable energy tariff
Ikea is calling for households to join its latest joint venture - a collective energy switch that promises an exclusive 100% renewable electricity tariff.
B Corp businesses grow 28 times faster than national average
New research has revealed that businesses within the purpose-driven B Corp movement are growing 28 times faster than the national economic growth of 0.5%.
Lloyds aligns 2020 goals with SDGs in bid to 'help Britain prosper'
Banking giant Lloyds has vowed to "help British people and businesses prosper" with a set of 2020 CSR targets which are aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Balearics launch pioneering plan to phase out emissions
The Balearic islands' government has launched a pioneering plan to phase out greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, potentially setting itself on a collision course with the Spanish government.
February 2015
Brownfields go green with new wind power projects
Regeneration company Hayworth Estates has completed the installation of a 500KW wind turbine at a former surface mine in Derbyshire as the first of two new restoration projects to redevelop brownfield sites into low-carbon energy projects.
APP earns plaudits for deforestation progress
One of the world's largest paper companies, Asia Pulp and Paper (APP), has made 'moderate progress' on its forest conservation efforts, according to an independent investigation by the Rainforest Alliance.
Tim Yeo: Paris climate talks must allow emissions trading system to be linked
The chairman of Parliament's Energy and Climate Change Committee says a new global climate deal due to be agreed at the COP21 Paris meeting must allow for carbon trading between countries.
Green Investment Bank launches £50m fund for UK waste infrastructure
Business Minister Matthew Hancock has unveiled details of a £50m investment from the UK Green Investment Bank (GIB) into a new fund targeting small-scale recycling and waste management projects across the country.
Biofuels don't harm food production, trade group insists
A biofuels industry group has struck back at a recent WRI report which questioned the sustainability of bioenergy, claiming it presented 'false data' on the environmental impacts of the technology.
GALLERY: Top 10 sustainability stories in January 2015
Solar-powered planes, battery-powered trains and wonky parsnips feature among our gallery of the most-read stories for sustainability professionals in January.
World's largest solar farm opens in Californian desert
The world's largest solar farm capable of powering 160,000 homes opened yesterday in the Southern Californian desert.
Tetra Pak's entire supply chain certified for FSC-labelled products
Tetra Pak can now supply packaging from responsibly-managed wood sources from any of its 92 facilities worldwide, having received full Forest Stewardship Council certification (FSC).
Manufacturers support calls for better energy network regulation
The manufacturers' organisation EEF has welcomed a parliamentary report which criticises Ofgem for allowing the operators of Britain energy networks to make "greater than expected profit".
MEP's slap new limits on biofuels from food
Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) have voted to limit the amount of food crops used in the production of biofuels, but environmental groups say the new laws don't go far enough.
February 2010
Prince launches sustainable wool campaign
The Prince of Wales is calling on industry to recognise the 'immense value' wool can bring to both fashion and housing.
Scotland sets up team to deliver on Zero Waste aspirations
Scotland has moved a step closer towards its goal of a zero waste society in announcing how it plans to deliver on its aspirations.
Green light for huge UK gas storage site
Gas storage in the UK could be increased by as much as 30%, according to the government as it gave the green light to a new facility this morning.
Double boost for UK off shore oil and gas industry
Ministers hope a new round of licenses for offshore oil and gas exploration will give the country's industry a much needed shot in the arm.
Cut carbon for Lent
Christians around the world have began fasting for Lent - but one bishop is urging people not give up chocolate or alcohol but carbon instead.
Investigation into hacked emails underway
An investigation into allegations in hacked emails appearing to show scientists destroying data against climate change has got underway.
England amongst the worst for nitrate pollution
Nitrate pollution is down across the European Union showing new legislation is 'proving effective', according to the European Commission.
Nuclear industry's environmental performance revealed
A report looking at where the nuclear industry is tackling its environmental impact - and where there is room for improvement - has been published by the Environment Agency.
NASA calls for reflective roofs to cool towns
Increasing the reflectivity of roofs and pavements could result in significant cooling, buying time for carbon-cutting initiatives that would slow global warming in the longer term.
Scotland's budget reveals green schemes
Backing from Green and Conservative ministers has sealed Scotland's 2010 budget.
