Monthly Archives: June 2010

Zero carbon Britain: how to get there in 10 steps

A blueprint for how Britain could reduce its greenhouse gas emissions to zero over the next 20 years by a combination of electrification, insulation and a massive scaling up of offshore wind The UK government aims to reduce carbon emissions … Continue reading

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Corporate responsibility is no longer optional

If you are not a socially responsible company you will be punished right!…consumers are now savvy that they will not be taken in by superficial brand repositioning or public relations initiatives. CSR must be fundamental to the business, not just … Continue reading

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What is biodiversity offsetting and how would it work?

European observers say it is going to be as ‘big as the carbon market’, but is buying a licence to cause ecological damage a sound strategy? Targets to halt biodiversity loss are failing. Both the EU and the UK Governments … Continue reading

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Urban gardening – 5 new business ideas from Springwise

More than half of humanity now lives in cities, according to the United Nations Population Fund. This rapid and ongoing change presents a raft of new challenges, many of which create opportunities for resourceful entrepreneurs. Here are five concepts that … Continue reading

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Scientists use shellfish to assess toxic impact of BP gulf oil spill

Concerns rise that smaller animals will absorb toxic compounds and pass them along the marine food chain causing lasting damage to fisheries and marine ecosystems. http://www.theecologist.org/News/

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