Archive for 6 November 2007

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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

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

North-East Business Executive of the Year winner John Clough, 48, chief executive, Eaga plc, Newcastle. Nov 06 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.Read

Cleaning up for investors Nov 06 2007

A RECENT research report shows investment in the local environment is returned with benefits to the local economy.Read

Staff take St Oswald’s to their hearts Nov 06 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.Read

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

Here are some frequently asked questions:Read

Making your mark on the local wildlife Nov 06 2007

Jo Bussey explains what businesses and local authorities can do to help protect local wildlife.Read

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

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

Sun shines on new university building Nov 06 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.Read

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

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

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

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

We must all work together for planet Nov 06 2007

By Hilary KnoxRead

Ethics are delivered fresh to shopper’s door Nov 06 2007

A NORTH online ethical retailer has expanded its operations and added its support to locally-produced organic products in the process.Read

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

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

Making big difference to people’s lives Nov 06 2007

COMMUNITY Energy Solutions has continued its work of bringing affordable and environmentally friendly heating to communities in the North-East.Read

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

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

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

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

Keeping pollution at bay Nov 06 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.Read

REDUCING the environmental impact of your business can improve your profitability – and it’s not as difficult as you might think. Nov 06 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?Read

Fish in city’s heart Nov 06 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.Read

Working hard to reduce impact Nov 06 2007

NISSAN’S Sunderland plant is constantly working to reduce its environmental impact. The latest scheme is a new waste recycling programme.Read

BRUSHING your teeth with the tap running: six litres per minute; using a cup: one litre. Nov 06 2007

Having a bath: 80 litres.Read

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

TWO-THIRDS of our planet is covered in water, but only 1% of that is drinkable.Read

Pedal power for a green, healthy life Nov 06 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.Read

Lynn makes an impression on sustainable transport Nov 06 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.Read

Site kept tidy as the waste is spirited away Nov 06 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.Read

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

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

Businesses get to grips with new European landfill rules Nov 06 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.Read

Firm’s expertise helps businesses be efficient Nov 06 2007

A NORTH-EAST company’s expertise will help businesses to be water-wise and efficient.Read

Qashqai drives up savings Nov 06 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 moreRead

All waste needs to be specially pre-treated Nov 06 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.Read

Lifetime Achiever winner Robert Dickinson Nov 06 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.Read

Young business person winner Mark Berriman,27, managing director, Viverdi Ltd, South Tyneside. Nov 06 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.Read

System is foiled by food contamination Nov 06 2007

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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