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CSL Limited publishes first corporate responsibility report
CSL Limited (ASX:CSL), Australia's leading biopharmaceutical company, has released its first Corporate Responsibility Report, combining information about the Company's economic, social and environmental performance for 2009. 'CSL has experienced significant growth over the past 10 years, which has been underpinned by our commitment to conducting our business ethically and actively contributing to ...
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Our corporate responsibility 2009
CSL Limited (ASX:CSL), Australia's leading biopharmaceutical company, has released its first Corporate Responsibility Report, combining information about the Company's economic, social and environmental performance for 2009. "CSL has experienced significant growth over the past 10 years, which has been underpinned by our commitment to conducting our business ethically and actively contributing ...
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Inaccurate data impeding reaction to oil and gas spills, say researchers
Regulators from four major oil and gas producing nations vary greatly in their transparency and environmental accountability when disclosing data on hydrocarbon spills in their national waters, according to new research. Oil and gas operators are required to report data on spillage as part of the regulatory process. Cumulative accidental spills from oil and gas extraction at sea significantly ...
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Export of Toxic Ghost Ships to UK Ended
WASHINGTON, DC (ENS) - The Bush administration's plan to export nine ex-naval 'Ghost Fleet' vessels from the James River in Virginia to Teesside, England for scrapping has itself been finally scrapped, according to British ship-breaker Able UK. American environmental groups responsible for first blocking the deal in 2003 applauded its end as a victory for American recyclers, and for national ...
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Environmental Tectonics Corporation`s Simulation Division To Host 2nd Annual ADMS Training Day for First Responders in Recognition of National Preparedness Month
SOUTHAMPTON, Pa. - Environmental Tectonics Corporation's (OTC Bulletin Board: ETCC) ("ETC" or the "Company") Simulation Division, located in Orlando, FL, today announced they will host the second annual free day of emergency management training to local first responders on the Advanced Disaster Management Simulator (ADMS). In recognition and support of National Preparedness Month, ETC Simulation ...
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ICZM approaches not always implemented despite adoption
A recent international study has compared different Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) methods and suggests that improved enforcement and compliance would increase implementation of key strategies. It also highlights the potential for environmental impact assessments (EIAs) to develop science and policy integration. In 2002, the European Parliament and Council adopted a Recommendation on ...
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Dave matthews band caravan signs with ups to offset carbon footprint of its tour
The Dave Matthews Band, a longtime leader in "greening" initiatives, is working with UPS (NYSE:UPS) to help create a more sustainable concert tour this summer. "We're joining the band to move the music in a sustainable way," said Ron Rogowski, UPS vice president, sponsorship & events. "We will demonstrate to the live music industry that speed, efficiency and reliability need not be ...
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Investors call on Canadian oil sands producers to improve environmental and social performance
As presidential candidates spar over the issue of North American energy independence, a group of 49 investors with $2 trillion in assets under management are calling on Canadian oil sands developers to dramatically reduce the environmental and social impact of their operations by lowering greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, managing water use, promoting land reclamation and consulting fully with ...
By Ceres
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EPA announces completion of mission assignment in response to Minot, ND floods
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced today that the field mission assignment in response to flooding in Minot, North Dakota has been completed. EPA Emergency Response staff first mobilized to Minot on July 11th, 2011 and began mission activities at the request of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the City of Minot, and the State of North Dakota on July 17th, 2011. ...
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Persuading the public to reduce bottled water consumption
Despite tap water being freely available and safe in many countries, bottled water is widely consumed around the world. This has negative effects on the environment, including water wastage and pollution. This study assessed beliefs about purchasing bottled water and tested three strategies to change behaviour, showing that combining persuasive information and social pressure can create the most ...
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Regulatory Developments
On August 28, 2013, California's Office of Administrative Law (OAL) approved the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC or Department) Safer Consumer Products Regulations (Regulations). The Regulations will take effect on October 1, 2013. The Regulations are the much anticipated regulatory implementation of California's Green Chemistry Initiative. DTSC's implementing regulations ...
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California DTSC Releases Revised Proposed Safer Consumer Products Regulations
On August 28, 2013, California's Office of Administrative Law (OAL) approved the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC or Department) Safer Consumer Products Regulations (Regulations). The Regulations will take effect on October 1, 2013. The Regulations are the much anticipated regulatory implementation of California's Green Chemistry Initiative. DTSC's implementing regulations ...
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DTSC releases proposed safer consumer products regulations
On August 28, 2013, California's Office of Administrative Law (OAL) approved the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC or Department) Safer Consumer Products Regulations (Regulations). The Regulations will take effect on October 1, 2013. The Regulations are the much anticipated regulatory implementation of California's Green Chemistry Initiative. DTSC's implementing regulations ...
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California Dept' of Toxic Substances Control Releases Revised Proposed Safer Consumer Products Regulations
On August 28, 2013, California's Office of Administrative Law (OAL) approved the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC or Department) Safer Consumer Products Regulations (Regulations). The Regulations will take effect on October 1, 2013. The Regulations are the much anticipated regulatory implementation of California's Green Chemistry Initiative. DTSC's implementing regulations ...
By Acta Group
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Ex-EPA Administrator Grilled Over Her Role in 9/11 Illnesses
WASHINGTON, DC. - When the hijacked planes hit New York's World Trade Center towers on September 11, 2001, Christine Todd Whitman was serving as administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Monday, she was examined by a Congressional panel about whether the actions of her agency caused the exposure of thousands of people to hazardous dust from the collapse of the twin towers. In ...
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Peace, Love, Money - Meet the New Green Investor at the 22nd Annual SRI in the Rockies Conference
Colorado Springs, CO – December 9, 2010 – In 2011, the premier event for green investors and investment professionals heads east to New Orleans. Hundreds of thought leaders and experts will gather at the Sheraton New Orleans October 2–5, 2011 to collaborate and discuss opportunities in the growing world of green, sustainable, and responsible investing. First ...
By 3BL Media
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SCS Global Services Certifies Unifi´s REPREVE® Recycled Polyester Yarn and PET Resins as `Responsible Source` Products
SCS Global Services (SCS) announced that Unifi Manufacturing, Inc., a leading producer of multi-filament polyester, nylon textured yarns, and related raw materials, is the first manufacturer of its kind to earn Responsible Source™ certification. Certification was issued for Unifi's REPREVE® products manufactured in the REPREVE Recycling Center in Yadkinville, North Carolina. The ...
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ETS backloading: carbon market schemes at a turning point
Plans to freeze the auctioning of some CO2 permits, so as to raise their price and thus encourage firms to invest in low-carbon innovation, will be put to a final vote on Tuesday, after EU ministers endorsed Parliament’s July 2013 proposal setting stricter conditions for the freeze. The aim is to restore the incentive effect of the Emissions Trading System, which is designed to cut ...
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Carfax, MIS and the conservation fund named communitas award recipients
Carfax, along with partners Michigan International Speedway (MIS) and The Conservation Fund, have received a Communitas Award for their efforts to lessen the environmental impact of stock car racing. The organizations teamed up to make the 'Show Me the CARFAX' Race Weekend at MIS the first carbon offset stock car race event in history. 'We're extremely honored to be recognized for this effort to ...
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Grace Receives Awards for Energy Efficiency, Safety and Product Stewardship Improvements
W. R. Grace & Co. (NYSE: GRA) has received Responsible Care® Energy Efficiency Awards, Facility Safety Certificates and a Performance Award from the American Chemistry Council (ACC) for implementing energy efficiency improvements and achieving certain safety and product stewardship milestones. Individual ACC member companies nominated specific energy efficiency ...
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