Nov
2007
Articles from 6th Nov 2007
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North-East Business Executive of the Year winner John Clough, 48, chief executive, Eaga plc, Newcastle.
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
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. Read
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Young business person winner Mark Berriman,27, managing director, Viverdi Ltd, South Tyneside.
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
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. Read
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Lifetime Achiever winner Robert Dickinson
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
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. Read
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Working hard to reduce impact
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
NISSAN’S Sunderland plant is constantly working to reduce its environmental impact. The latest scheme is a new waste recycling programme. Read
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Fish in city’s heart
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
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. Read
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Cleaning up for investors
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
A RECENT research report shows investment in the local environment is returned with benefits to the local economy. Read
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System is foiled by food contamination
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
WASTE managers have issued new guidelines for Northumberland people to clarify what they should put in their kerbside recycling bins. Read
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ANEW recycling village on Middlefield Industrial Estate, South Shields, was recently named best in the country at a national award ceremony.
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
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. Read
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All waste needs to be specially pre-treated
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
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. Read
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Qashqai drives up savings
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
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 Read
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Firm’s expertise helps businesses be efficient
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
A NORTH-EAST company’s expertise will help businesses to be water-wise and efficient. Read
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Businesses get to grips with new European landfill rules
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
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. Read
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WATER is essential for keeping you healthy, but why buy a plastic bottle when the good stuff is right there in the tap? Amy Hunt looks at the case for tap water versus bottled water
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
EIGHT glasses of water a day, that is what the experts recommend to keep you healthy, on the ball and at your physical peak. Read
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Site kept tidy as the waste is spirited away
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
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. Read
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Lynn makes an impression on sustainable transport
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
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. Read
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Pedal power for a green, healthy life
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
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. Read
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THERE may be a lot of water in our region, but it is still important not to waste it, as Amy Hunt explains.
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
TWO-THIRDS of our planet is covered in water, but only 1% of that is drinkable. Read
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BRUSHING your teeth with the tap running: six litres per minute; using a cup: one litre.
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
Having a bath: 80 litres. Read
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REDUCING the environmental impact of your business can improve your profitability – and it’s not as difficult as you might think.
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
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? Read
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Keeping pollution at bay
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
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. Read
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WATER is everyone’s business. The combined effects of our growing population, pollution and climate change mean that, without a step change in the way we manage our water use, world supplies could reach a critical point.
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
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. Read
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PEOPLE living in North Tyneside are to benefit from a not for profit organisation launched in the borough with the support of North Tyneside Council, Scottish Power, Northern Gas Networks and Defra’s Community Energy Efficiency Fund (CEEF).
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
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. Read
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Making big difference to people’s lives
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
COMMUNITY Energy Solutions has continued its work of bringing affordable and environmentally friendly heating to communities in the North-East. Read
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WITH the announcement that the Langley Wind Farm near Burnhope in Derwentside is to go ahead, wind in the hilly district will soon be producing enough electricity to power 37% of its 39,000 households.
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
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. Read
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Ethics are delivered fresh to shopper’s door
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
A NORTH online ethical retailer has expanded its operations and added its support to locally-produced organic products in the process. Read
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We must all work together for planet
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
By Hilary Knox Read
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TWO farmers from the North-East are celebrating their success in the regional final of a national farming awards scheme. Graham Dixon, of Alwinton in Northumberland, and Chris Hodgson, of Piercebridge, Darlington, will now go forward to represent the region at Natural England’s Future of Farming Awards scheme at the national award ceremony on November 15.
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
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. Read
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MOST people are switching on their heating at this time of year, but one Newcastle business has been able to delay doing so longer than most.
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
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. Read
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Sun shines on new university building
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
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. Read
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Q As fuel prices keep rising, is there anything I can be doing every day to help reduce my energy use and lower my fuel bills?
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
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. Read
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Making your mark on the local wildlife
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
Jo Bussey explains what businesses and local authorities can do to help protect local wildlife. Read
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AS the nights are drawing in, you may be using your lighting more and more, so it’s a good time to think about energy saving bulbs.
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
Here are some frequently asked questions: Read
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Staff take St Oswald’s to their hearts
Nov 06 2007 | Archive
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. Read
