Archive for June, 2009

As we see more and more recycling regulations hit the UK market there is a growing concern that the influence of the European Union is extending beyond that of the UK government. Let’s not forget that the European Union is an unelected parliament which now has the power to control each and every EU member… »

There are many different ways to recycle and save energy, as well as helping the environment in the process, but one trick which the Institute of Civil Engineers believe the UK is missing out on is the recycling of waste heat. The ability to recycle the heat released specifically in the production of electricity could,… »

In a move which many environmentalists hope will be replicated across the UK, Marks & Spencer has today announced a deal with waste management group Shanks which will see waste food, unsold food or food past its sell by date collected by Shanks, in partnership with Severnside Recycling, and turned into fertiliser and biofuel.
The three-year… »

A scheme announced in Windsor and Maidenhead will see residents able to clock up recycling points by simply recycling as much waste as possible. The initial response to the proposed scheme, which would see residents awarded points which can be converted into money off vouchers at Marks & Spencer, Subway, Coffee Republic and a whole… »