There are many companies and organisations across the globe, all offering different products and services, and they’re all fighting for our attention. Corporate responsibility and green credentials are used by many to appeal to our consciences and persuade us that they are the ethical choice. This section aims to highlight the areas of good practice and condemn companies who should be doing more to protect and promote the environment.
Online flooring retailer flooringsupplies.co.uk have received an FSC accreditation which enables the company to use the well known FSC logo on a number of their engineered wood flooring products following chain-of-custody certification by SGS.
Five weeks into the oil leak caused by an explosion at a BP oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico, and a number of unsuccessful attempts at plugging the holes in the pipework later, BP's latest solution, 'top kill', has managed to stop the flow of oil and natural gas.
A revolutionary new product from organic light emitting diode (OLED) technology company, LOMOX, based in St Asaph, North Wales, could replace the light bulb.
Few of us know that while we think our machines are sleeping, they are actually leeching 25% of the power that they consume from us.
In the past, it seemed like anyone who suggested recycling or using greener methods of production was called a tree hugging hippie.
When aiming to reduce your carbon footprint, there are many aspects of life where changes can be made to start making a difference, especially where our workplace routines are concerned.
Join a green organisation such as WWF, Friends of the Earth or Greenpeace to show your support for the environment and the planet, and find out about campaigns you can support in your local area.