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Volunteers help Derventio Housing Trust’s “tranquil oasis” homeless project put down roots in the garden
Volunteers from a flagship Derby housing training hub run by the country’s biggest social enterprise have been helping homeless project participants put down roots through…
Forget Perfect: Why Businesses Need to Make Sustainability the Easy Choice
For years, the conversation around sustainability has focused heavily on what individuals should be doing differently.
Wolverhampton’s Pallet-Track makes significant carbon emissions cut by switching forklift fleet to run on BioLPG
Wolverhampton-based pallet network Pallet-Track has switched its entire fleet of forklift trucks (FLTs) to run on BioLPG in a move which has delivered a significant…
Keighley logistics specialist Joda Freight invests more than £250,000 in green technology
A West Yorkshire logistics specialist is going the extra mile as it continues to invest in its sustainability strategy.
From Germany to Wales: international butcher brings generations of tradition to organic estate
A butcher from a family with generations in the trade has joined Rhug Estate, bringing international experience to the North Wales organic food producer.
SmartResilience secures fresh investment to accelerate climate risk Platform Growth
Climate risk management platform SmartResilience has secured investment from the Bayes Entrepreneurship Fund (BEF) to support the next phase of growth and accelerate development of…
New Book “Digital Sustainability” Reveals How to Design Resilient Digital Systems
Traditionally, organisations have prioritised systems that favour quarterly results over long-term growth, focusing on efficiency and maximising profits for shareholders.
£120,000 fundraising drive ‘Quay’ to Gorran Haven’s future
An iconic Cornish fishing village, which has been the backdrop for films and TV programmes, is under threat after fissures appeared in the quay protecting…
New bee colonies mark latest step in Ravenscraig’s biodiversity ambitions
Bee colonies have been introduced at Ravenscraig’s new 13-acre sustainable woodland as part of ongoing efforts to enhance biodiversity across one of Europe’s largest brownfield…
Prestigious HR industry recognition for Wave director
Durham-based water retailer Wave is celebrating a string of major award wins and recognition for its Director of People and Social Value.
The Clean Space Appointed Preferred Supplier by Wavenet
Specialist commercial cleaning company, The Clean Space, has been appointed as preferred cleaning and washroom services supplier to Wavenet’s Work Area Recovery estate across the…
New offshore wind partnership aims to cut risk on multi-billion-pound energy projects
As the offshore wind industry pushes into deeper waters, demand is growing for a new generation of geoscience data capable of reducing risk long before…
Mayor backs affordable homes for older people in Warwickshire Village
Older people in a Warwickshire village are to get the opportunity to continue living in their local community during retirement, thanks to an investment by…
Gensource Swings Into Action With Golf Deal
East Lothian-based sustainable energy specialist Gensource has made its first move into professional sport sponsorship by backing rising Scottish golf star Matty Wilson.
Viohalco celebrates 25 years of Bridgnorth Aluminium ownership with completion of £180m investment drive
One of Bridgnorth’s largest employers has completed its latest capital equipment installation to take total investment in its Stourbridge Road factory to £180m.
Henry Dimbleby to headline ‘Horticulture and Healthy Diets’ conference
The co-founder of Leon Restaurants and the author of the National Food Strategy and School Food Plan has been announced as the keynote speaker at…
Thinventory leads way in tackling smart meter battery challenge
Global provider of field service inventory solutions Thinventory is leading the way in tackling the challenge of replacing smart meter batteries.
Welsh lodge park and solar-powered Yorkshire manufacturer behind UK first
A luxury holiday park and one of the UK’s fastest-growing caravan manufacturers have joined forces to offer something rarely seen in the sector – single-unit…
Garden Open Day aims to cultivate funds to protect Albrighton’s green belt
A quintessential English country garden – nestled in the heart of Boningale in Shropshire – is hosting a special open day this weekend to raise…
Rhyl’s biggest conversation starts now – And £20m is on the table
The team behind Rhyl’s £20 million regeneration programme is launching its biggest community engagement drive, taking the conversation directly into neighbourhoods, community groups, businesses and…
Ireland’s EU Presidency Offers Unique Opportunity to Achieve Healthy Homes
Healthy Homes Ireland has hosted a meeting at the European Commission office in Dublin to consider Ireland’s upcoming EU Presidency and its transposition of the…
Local Business Leaders Celebrated Five Years of B Corp Fest last week
Good for Growth: B Corp Fest has grown into one of the North West’s most distinctive gatherings for entrepreneurs, sustainability leaders and purpose-driven organisations.
Leading regional law firm achieves B Corp Certification
Leading regional law firm Gardner Leader has announced its B Corp Certification, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to environmental and social responsibility (ESR)…
‘Welly Walk’ to give Worcestershire home buyers access to new Upton upon Severn development
Home hunters in Worcestershire are being encouraged to get an early ‘sneak peek’ of a new development that has a focus on outdoor lifestyle, green…