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Nov 6 2007
The pioneering Recycling Village is a partnership project with South Tyneside Council and Groundwork, which brings onto one site modern recycling facilities, an education centre and community recycling outlet....
Nov 6 2007
IN 1990, John Clough set up Eaga with a couple of like-minded colleagues. He had his own special reason to take the plunge, though even he never guessed Eaga would grow into the success it is today....
Nov 6 2007
A RECENT research report shows investment in the local environment is returned with benefits to the local economy....
Nov 6 2007
SERVICE engineers from Newcastle company Iguana Central Heating have been giving up their evenings and weekends to help make St Oswald’s Hospice in the city more energy efficient....
Nov 6 2007
Here are some frequently asked questions:...
Nov 6 2007
Jo Bussey explains what businesses and local authorities can do to help protect local wildlife....
Nov 6 2007
A There are a few simple things we can all do every day to help save energy and make a difference to our fuel bills....
Nov 6 2007
GREEN support services sector company eaga plc was recently appointed by Sir Robert McAlpine to fit solar panels to the roof of a new eco building in Newcastle....
Nov 6 2007
While people throughout the North are firing up their boilers, Statexcolourprint, on the Airport Industrial Estate, has a far more efficient way of heating its factory....
Nov 6 2007
The new scheme has been established to celebrate environmental excellence and innovation in wildlife-friendly farming. It singles out for recognition farmers such as Graham Dixon and Chris Hodgson who have made the greatest contribution to conserving England’s special wildlife and landscapes while helping people have greater access to our natural environment....
Nov 6 2007
By Hilary Knox...
Nov 6 2007
A NORTH online ethical retailer has expanded its operations and added its support to locally-produced organic products in the process....
Nov 6 2007
Currently in Derwentside wind developments are producing enough to power 17% of its homes, so the Langley Wind Farm, with its four 2.75MW turbines will significantly increase the district’s wind generation capacity....
Nov 6 2007
COMMUNITY Energy Solutions has continued its work of bringing affordable and environmentally friendly heating to communities in the North-East....
Nov 6 2007
The North Tyneside Warm Zone project is officially underway as the team secured an additional £270,000 of CEEF funding for year one of the three year project....
Nov 6 2007
It’s a huge challenge for industry and our economy. Sectors such as food and drink, chemicals, pharmaceuticals and construction recognise the need for more effective approaches to water management and sustainable practices, and the competitive advantage they could seize by becoming more water-efficient....
Nov 6 2007
THERE are a number of watercourses surrounding Newcastle International Airport, including the start of the Ouseburn River which flows through Jesmond Dene and eventually into the River Tyne....
Nov 6 2007
Did you know that there’s a dedicated website where North-East businesses can find specialist help with cutting the costs of getting rid of waste and recycling, designing greener products and specific support for different industry sectors?...
Nov 6 2007
THINK about places to fish in Newcastle and your first thought is probably the Tyne. But there’s actually a three-acre fishing lake just round the corner from the RVI....
Nov 6 2007
NISSAN’S Sunderland plant is constantly working to reduce its environmental impact. The latest scheme is a new waste recycling programme....
Nov 6 2007
Having a bath: 80 litres....
Nov 6 2007
TWO-THIRDS of our planet is covered in water, but only 1% of that is drinkable....
Nov 6 2007
AS A company committed to the well-being of its employees as well as the environment and the local community, business software company Sage has recently introduced a Cycle to Work Scheme in conjunction with the Department of Transport and Cyclescheme....
Nov 6 2007
A TRAVEL co-ordinator at Cobalt Business Park who helps promote sustainable travel options, has been shortlisted for best workplace travel plan adviser in the National Travelwise Association (NTWA) awards 2007....
Nov 6 2007
BELLWAY Homes and JBT Waste Services are working together to pioneer a super-efficient waste recycling on-site scheme that is helping the housebuilder beat stringent government construction waste targets....
Nov 6 2007
EIGHT glasses of water a day, that is what the experts recommend to keep you healthy, on the ball and at your physical peak....
Nov 6 2007
BUSINESSES across the North- East are coming to terms with a new European law which means they are responsible for pre-treating their waste before it is collected....
Nov 6 2007
A NORTH-EAST company’s expertise will help businesses to be water-wise and efficient....
Nov 6 2007
HOW far can the average customer drive a Nissan Qashqai on one tank of fuel? If they drive economically, it could be the entire length of the UK and more...
Nov 6 2007
FROM October 30, 2007, all non-hazardous waste has had to be pre-treated. Any company that produces waste is responsible for its pre-treatment. Failure to comply may result in enforcement action by the Environment Agency....
Nov 6 2007
ONE of the North-East’s best known lawyers, Robert Dickinson has a deep love of the region which he has expressed throughout his long and distinguished career by utilising his expert skills as a lawyer and financier for the good of the region and some of its most distinguished institutions....
Nov 6 2007
VIVERDI is an online business selling pet supplies and gift-presentation drinks. In two and a half years, Viverdi has become one of the largest pet suppliers online – indeed the biggest now, Mark Berriman believes....
Nov 6 2007
WASTE managers have issued new guidelines for Northumberland people to clarify what they should put in their kerbside recycling bins....
