Engineers have ‘vital’ role to play in unlocking trillions for low-carbon infrastructure – ICE...
Breaking down barriers between financiers and civil engineers could unlock vast flows of finance into low-carbon infrastructure projects, according to a new report from...
Pressure is on for hydrostatic pipeline testing
Serious injuries to a young woman in Leicestershire, the consequence of a hydrostatic pressure test going wrong, should be a wake-up call to the...
Leeds City Council waives ticket costs for air quality conference
An accredited online medical conference bringing together some of the country’s top air pollution experts will now be free to attend on 4 October,...
Winners and losers in green energy’s ‘Age of Inflation’
European renewable energy asset holders and investors must rapidly re-evaluate their strategies and business models, faced with inflationary and supply chain pressures, alongside ongoing...
First UK study of synthetic chemicals found in food
The first comprehensive assessment of common synthetic chemicals found in UK foods has been completed by researchers at the University of Birmingham.
In the study,...
Tips for reducing hearing loss
Answer provided by Dr Jamie Bogle, an otolaryngology specialist at healthcare provider the Mayo Clinic
All-time record level recorded for fire likelihood index
A combination of record temperatures and dry weather in the UK this summer are causing "exceptionally high" levels of danger from extreme wildfires, according...
Waste and recycling: taking a proactive approach to fire safety
As we enter the warmer months, waste and recycling sites are increasingly vulnerable to fire. Such risks are amplified by the presence of batteries...
The health and safety considerations of confined space entry for cleaning terminal storage tanks
A regular tank cleaning regime cuts cross-contamination risks, safeguards key components and detects structural issues that could trigger catastrophic leaks and spills. Without stringent...
Drainage acquisition cements expertise in managing underground assets
Environmental and energy infrastructure specialist Adler and Allan has acquired drainage expert Jet Aire Services, it was announced on 8 November.
Jet Aire Services is...
How green is 5G?
A panoply of dazzling new IoT applications is a given, it would seem, with all the potential benefits one might expect from a step-change in wireless connectivity. But what about the environmental footprint?
Sally Beare writes.
New report: what investors need to know to accelerate green transition in climate intensive...
In a new report from Stockholm Sustainable Finance Centre, sustainability experts give an overview of what they believe is required to achieve net zero...
Using data to create a safer environment for lone workers on an AD plant
With the waste and recycling sector ranking the second highest for workplace death rates according to the HSE annual workplace fatality figures for...
Carbon pricing currently too low for a just transition to net-zero, says climate advisory...
A new paper from an independent group of climate experts emphasises "the critical importance of a comprehensive financial and regulatory ecosystem incentivising emissions reduction...
Report calls for greenfield surcharge to encourage brownfield development
A new “greenfield surcharge” is among a series of practical proposals to encourage future brownfield development, according to a new report from member-funded group...
Noise frequency weightings: A quick guide
Noise measurement expert Pulsar Instruments explains the difference between the various noise frequency weightings, and why you need to know about them.
Sponsored Content: Advanced technology for air sampling
Asbestos-related diseases take the lives of 20 tradespeople every week. Despite being banned in the UK, asbestos can still be found widely, posing a threat to anyone who disturbs the dangerous material.
Scottish floating offshore wind port cluster could deliver £1.5bn boost
A new independent report commissioned by the Scottish Government and offshore wind industry - and led by Strathclyde University's Professor Sir Jim McDonald -...
Fleet operator scheme urges greater awareness of drug and alcohol impairment risk
Fleet operator accreditation scheme FORS* is urging operators to be extra vigilant when it comes to managing drug and alcohol impairment this summer. In...
Sponsored Content: Global health and safety standard for drainage expert
National drainage and wastewater specialist Lanes Group has achieved ISO 45001, the world's first global ISO standard for occupational health and safety.
