Waste

Businesses are keen for David Cameron's government to improve on the previous administration's patchy record on waste management and resource efficiency

Anaerobic digestion plant cuts emissions at Toffee Crisp and Rolo factory by nearly 10 per cent

London's first Community Shop may be a perfect example of a green social enterprise, but it has its roots in a story of commercial success

But packaging industry opposes plans for refundable cash deposit for bottles and cans, calling for voluntary measures instead

Mayor predicts Tory government will build on London's carbon-cutting success and prove to be the 'greenest ever'

Recycling industry warns progress on household recycling may have stalled

As much as 90 per cent of world's electronic waste is being illegally traded or dumped, UN Environment Programme warns

Agriculture ministers say climate change impacts are likely to intensify pressure on food system and call for action on waste

Landmark biofuels vote ends six years of uncertainty, while MEPs also back move to report on shipping emissions and phase out plastic bags

After 23 US plants hit milestone more than 15 per cent of company's global factories now produce zero waste for disposal