Implementing an energy management system (EnMS) such as ISO 50001 is a powerful way for an organisation to continually improve its energy efficiency, making substantial cost savings while reducing its greenhouse gas emissions. Yet it doesn’t have to be done all at once, and each action taken can bring positive changes in its own right. Which is whyContinue reading “Implementing an energy management system”
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Health & safety failings highlighted in industry survey
Health & safety failings highlighted in industry survey. Global workplace safety leader A-SAFE commissioned the survey as they launch a worldwide campaign to highlight the risks being taken in some warehouses and distribution centres, and the important safety measures that can be put in place to reduce them. A recent study of over 2,019 manualContinue reading “Health & safety failings highlighted in industry survey”
How to minimise business waste
How to minimise business waste. The increasing volume of waste generated by the developing world is one of the biggest problems faced by the world today. Packaging is often highlighted as an area of significant waste. In this article we will look at how you as an organisation can work towards minimising your waste.
What should an environmental emergency response plan include?
What should an environmental emergency response plan include? If emergencies are to be dealt with effectively and efficiently, they must be planned as much as possible in advance of an incident occuring. Here, we look at some of the elements that need to be prepared so that your environmental emergency response plan is effective.
Are you ready for the UK/EU border changes?
Are you ready for the UK/EU border changes? New requirements for hauliers or carriers that move goods in and out of Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales). 1. Important changes from 1 October 20212. Why you need to register for the Goods Vehicle Movement Service3. Updates on EU-GB import controls from 1 January 20224. WhereContinue reading “Are you ready for the UK/EU border changes?”
BIFA welcomes extension for apprentice recruitment support
The British International Freight Association (BIFA), the trade association that represents UK freight forwarding and logistics companies, says that it welcomes the news that the government is extending the period of time that companies can access cash incentives for hiring new apprentices.
Tackling greenwashing in food and drink sectors
Tackling greenwashing in food and drink sectors. The Environment Agency has launched a project to standardise metrics for environmental performance of food and drink sector.
New fourth berth at London Gateway logistics hub
DP World to invest £300m in new fourth berth at London Gateway logistics hub to strengthen UK’s supply chain DP World announces that it will begin work next month on a new fourth berth at its London Gateway logistics hub to increase supply chain resilience and create more capacity for the world’s largest vessels.
How to cut shippings contribution to climate change
Ten ways to cut shippings contribution to climate change. Simon Bullock, PhD Candidate in Shipping and Climate Change at the University of Manchester outlines ten ways we can cut the emissions from shipping.
How green is your food?
How green is your food? Eco-labels can change the way we eat, study shows. While food labels are nothing new, a different type that calculates the environmental cost has had a surprising effect on consumers.