How we can reduce our meat intake and help tackle climate change
James Payne of brand purpose consultancy Given London says we must reduce our intake of beef and lamb to help combat
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Waste
Why innovation around plastic can benefit the environment
Dr Anthea Blackburn, senior scientist for catalyst development at Econic Technologies, discusses how adapting the way plastics are produced to
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Waste Kellogg’s corn flakes turned into beer
The cereal giant Kellogg’s has joined forces with a Salford brewery to turn waste corn flakes into a new type
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How the upcoming Environment Bill could help businesses post-Brexit
Richard Andrews, managing principal at Ramboll, discusses how the upcoming Environment Bill could help businesses move forwards post-Brexit. In July 2018,
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Circular economy key to lowering carbon footprint, report says
Businesses that embrace the circular economy in their supply chains have reduced energy prices, lower their carbon footprint and are
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Marks & Spencer launches eco-shopping bag
The high street chain M&S has launched a new eco-shopping bag that helps prevent waste and reduce poverty among people
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In Practice: how the environment is impacting the catering industry
Jamie Roberts, writing on behalf of catering equipment manufacturers, Nisbets, discusses how catering industry professionals can be part of the
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A ‘can do’ attitude to recycling
The ‘Blue Planet’ effect had a powerful effect on three young Londoners, who after visiting a remote island in Thailand
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Plastic straws could be banned by 2020, says Government
The Government has announced it plans to ban plastic straws by October 2020. The plan is subject to a consultation launched by
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Waste crisis ‘imminent’ as landfills could overflow by 2022
England’s landfill sites will be overflowing by 2022, according to research from The Furniture Recycling Group. They say that 45.4
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Government announces £15m food waste pilot
The Government will set up a pilot scheme to reduce food waste, Environment Secretary Michael Gove has announced. The scheme
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Report: how ‘negotiated stopping’ is alleviating the housing crisis for Gypsies and Travellers in Leeds
‘Negotiated stopping’ is an innovative policy which has seen Leeds City Council negotiate with Gypsies and Travellers to allow them
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Microplastics found in 50% of freshwater insects in Wales, research reveals
Researchers from Cardiff University have revealed that microplastics are widespread in insects from South Wales rivers. Microplastic fragments, pieces of
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In Practice: why universities should focus on food waste
Michelle Ringland of drainage specialists Lanes Group discusses why universities must consider how they remove food waste. Over the next fortnight,
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London half marathon to ban single use plastic bottles
The Harrow Half Marathon this Sunday (September 16) will be London’s first to offer no single-use plastic bottles to runners.
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In Practice: ensuring packaging delivers ethical and financial value
David Griffiths, product marketing manager, Adjuno, outlines the value of enforcing robust packaging standards across the global supply chain. Minimalist
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Carlsberg to ditch plastic rings for glue in a bid to reduce waste
Carlsberg has announced they will replace the plastic rings used to support four, six and eight packs of beer with technology that
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UK shoppers buy 54 million kilograms of plastic a week, research reveals
The study, conducted by energy suppliers OVO energy, surveyed British shoppers to establish the UK’s average grocery shopping basket. OVO
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The art of brewing up a truly sustainable business…
As the debate over single-use plastic and packaging continues, Environment Journal spoke to Helena Hills, who runs the sustainable coffee
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Bucks to consult on ‘realistic’ options for its recycling centres
Buckinghamshire County Council has launched a public consultation on the future of its local tips. The eight-week consultation aims to
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