What are the alternatives to landfill?
Waste management experts from Indaver explain exactly what the process is when disposing of the bin bags left outside the front of our houses
New York takes action to fight climate change
In this article, author Bruce Nagy discusses the recent innovations to fight climate change in New York, with a focus on clean energy.
Russian environmentalist faces criminal record for activism
A prominent Russian environmentalist has fled the country as criminal cases were opened against her in connection to Russia’s law on “foreign agents”.
What are the current reverse climate change ideas in the EU?
Here, we touch upon the purpose of EUSEW and explore some new technologies and innovations that are happening in Europe, to stop and reverse climate change.
Aluminium drink cans hit 75% recycling rate
The UK aluminium drink can recycling rate has risen to 75%, its highest ever level, up from 54% in 2010.
How can businesses improve their freight efficiency?
From saving costs and the importance of accurate information and measurements to the rise of containers boosting the speed of ocean freight, Jon White, MD at InXpress, highlights how businesses can improve their freight efficiency.
The UK must cut emissions, not forests
Sasha Stashwick, a senior advocate at Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), has spent years lobbying the government to reduce its reliance on burning trees for energy, here she highlights the steps we must take to avoid further ecological and environmental damage.
Theresa May announces legislation for zero emissions by 2050
Legislation laid today puts the UK on the path to become a major economy to set net zero emissions target in law.
Opportunities and challenges in China’s environmental industry
In this article, Micah Hostetter discusses the next step for China's environmental industry, with a focus on Chinese government spending.
New bio-technology system to improve water quality in Devon
A cutting edge bio-technology system is being tested by Highways England to improve water quality around a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) in Devon.
Climate change: Urban transformation and the relevance of critical infrastructure
Urban transformation and the relevance of critical infrastructure is placed under the spotlight here by Prof Dr Daniela Jacob at Climate Service Centre Germany (GERICS).
UK creates ‘Blue Belt’ of marine conservation zones
Environment Secretary Michael Gove has today (31 May) created 41 new Marine Conservation Zones, marking an expansion to the UK's ‘Blue Belt’ that is twice the size of England.
British Safety Council welcomes #AirWeShare campaign to tackle pollution
British Safety Council, alarmed by new research, welcomes the #AirWeShare campaign in calling for urgent action on protecting outdoor workers from air pollution.
How do we solve a problem like plastic pollution?
René Garello, IEEE fellow and Professor at IMT Atlantique, discusses how data analytics is being used to track the circulation of plastic in the ocean and help scientists to ensure sustainability.
Gove confirms ban on plastic straws, drink stirrers and cotton buds
Environment Secretary Michael Gove has today confirmed a ban on plastic straws, drinks stirrers, and plastic stemmed cotton buds in England, following overwhelming public support for the move.
£10 million government fund awarded to plant over 130,000 trees
A new £10 million plan will see more than 130,000 trees planted across England’s towns and cities, Environment Secretary Michael Gove announces.
How can you help to reduce climate change?
Bio-D has listed some easy ways that you can help to reduce climate change and your individual impact on the planet.
£6 million government funding awarded under scheme to cut food waste
Environment Secretary Michael Gove invites organisations to apply for the second round of more than £6 million funding under government’s scheme to cut food waste.
Supporting biodiversity in UK Overseas Territories
A 10 week Call for Evidence has been launched by the UK Government today (Friday, 10 May) to gather knowledge on safeguarding biodiversity in the UK Overseas Territories.
APAC countries shifting towards sustainable environment
Asia Pacific (APAC) countries are adopting several strategies and roadmaps to achieve the renewable energy target designated by their nations.
