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IFAT CHINA 2008 – Concentrated, effective business forum, now with shorter running time
IFAT CHINA takes place from 23 to 25 September 2008 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) Key players present in Shanghai at this compact three-day forum The concept behind IFAT CHINA 2008 has now been altered to shorten the running time to three days (from four). The next IFAT CHINA will thus be an even more concentrated platform for the international environment ...
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There’s something very special about the year 2020
Any New Year is always special and is something to celebrate. After all, it’s the beginning of a fresh and exciting period in our lives. A time to look ahead, to make plans and to prepare for the future. But January 2020 is something extra special. As well as the start of a new year, it also marks the commencement of a brand new decade, and if the Prime Minister sticks to his pledge to ...
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New dates for IFAT CHINA in May 2010
- IFAT CHINA takes place from 4 to 6 May 2010 in the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC)- The dates for IFAT CHINA overlap with the start of the World Exposition, EXPO 2010 in ShanghaiThe dates for IFAT CHINA 2010 have now been fixed: the 4th International Trade Fair for Water, Sewage, Refuse, Recycling and Natural Energy Sources takes place from 4 to 6 May 2010 at the Shanghai New ...
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Business Progress on Sustainability Has Stalled, Says New Report
The seventh annual edition of the report, which measures the global progress of large, publicly traded companies in addressing a myriad of environmental challenges, reveals little meaningful progress across most metrics, including greenhouse gas emissions, water use, waste disposal and other pollutant impacts. “While more and more companies are undertaking a growing number of initiatives ...
By Trucost Plc
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Another top-quality accompanying program at IFAT CHINA
IFAT CHINA, which this year takes place from 23 to 25 September 2008 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, is again featuring an extensive, top-quality accompanying program. In addition to technical and scientific conferences, there will be theme specials, exhibitor presentations and B2B matchmaking for exhibitors. A highlight in the accompanying program are the technical and ...
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Toyota GB motors ahead with new legal registers
Toyota (GB) plc, which is responsible for marketing and aftersales of Toyota and Lexus branded vehicles in the UK, has implemented new legal registers to ensure compliance with stringent and far-reaching safety and environmental legislation. Produced by online specialists Cedrec, the registers are seen by Toyota as a major benefit, enabling legal and compliance manager Tim Greenwell and his ...
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New dates for IFAT CHINA + EPTEE + CWS: 5 to 7 May 2011
• IFAT CHINA + EPTEE + CWS to take place from 5 to 7 May 2011 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) • Following on from its successful premiere, IFAT CHINA + EPTEE + CWS is now set to further expand its leading status The new dates for IFAT CHINA + EPTEE + CWS have been agreed: The second edition of this event, jointly organized by Messe München International (MMI) ...
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Calgon Carbon Conducts Water Treatment Seminar for U.S. Senate Committee
Calgon Carbon Corporation (NYSE: CCC) conducted a technical information seminar today for the U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. The seminar was presented to professional staff members of the Committee and addressed the availability of a variety of drinking water and wastewater technologies. Members of Calgon Carbon’s staff presented technical ...
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IFAT CHINA 2008: E-scrap recycling at the top of the agenda
The People's Republic of China wants to increase its standards for recycling computers, televisions, refrigerators, etc. It is gradually drawing up a legal framework for this. In addition, manufacturers of electric and electronic goods will be made responsible for disposal of their products in the future. Within the framework of IFAT CHINA 2008, which will take place in Shanghai from 23 to 25 ...
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Sterilis Wins “Technology for a Better Tomorrow” Leadership Award from MassTLC
Med tech disruptor recognized for ability to provide a safe, sustainable and cost-effective solution for disposing infectious medical waste. Sterilis CEO Bob Winskowicz accepts the Technology for a Better Future Award at the MassTLC Awards gala. BOXBOROUGH, MA, September 19, 2017 – The Mass Technology Leadership Council has named Sterilis LLC. the winner of the “Technology for a ...
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International eco-industry meets up for the business platform of the year in Cologne
Entsorga-Enteco 2009 brings together all the market participants in international recycling management and environmental technology. International presence never higher, among exhibitors and visitors alike. Top-class supporting programme, dealing with the latest topics. The International Trade Fair for Recycling Management and Environmental Technology in Cologne, from 27 to 30 October 2009, once ...
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Beijing Will Launch 50 Ecological Environment Promotion Projects in 2017 Reaching the Investment of 26.6 Billion Yuan in 2017
On February 12, the Standing Committee of Beijing Municipal Government approved the fixed assets investment regulation idea for the whole city in 2017. In 2017, the fixed assets investment of Beijing Municipal Government will reach 55 billion Yuan, increased by 6.5%. The total planned investment of 230 key projects of Beijing Municipal Government will reach about 274.4 billion Yuan. Besides, air ...
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Nigerian Photographer Records Tyre Pollution Issues
In Enviro News Nigeria, the editorial suggests that; “In Nigeria, air pollution is primarily caused by a combination of industrial activities, vehicular emissions, biomass burning (such as agricultural and domestic waste burning), and other factors like poorly regulated industries and inadequate waste disposal systems. The consequences of air pollution in Nigeria include health problems, ...
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European Commission takes Slovenia to Court for pollution problems from waste disposal
The European Commission is taking Slovenia to Court for its failure to comply with the requirements of EU waste legislation. The Commission's concerns relate to two illegal landfills containing hazardous waste, one near the centre of Celje, and another in nearby Bukovzlak. Landfills operating in breach of EU waste legislation can be a serious threat to human health and the environment. Slovenia ...
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Pollution Prevention Videoconference Links Hospital Staffers
OLYMPIA, Washington (ENS) - Hospital employees across Washington state can learn the most current methods for managing and reducing hospital wastes, especially from disinfection and sterilization processes, at an interactive videoconference broadcast to six locations on March 8, 2007. Through speaker presentations, question and answer sessions and local roundtable discussions, participants will ...
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Commission takes Slovenia back to Court for failure to issue industrial permit for a major cement factory and asks for fines
The European Commission is referring Slovenia back to Court for its failure to license industrial installations that are operating without permits. Such permits should only be issued if a number of environmental criteria are met. In 2010 the Court ruled that Slovenia was failing in its obligation to ensure that all installations operate in line with EU rules on pollution prevention and control. ...
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Commission refers Sweden back to Court over industrial permits, asks for fines
The European Commission is taking Sweden back to Court for its failure to license industrial installations that are operating without permits. Despite an earlier Court judgement on this matter, Sweden has still not licensed two major industrial installations. On the recommendation of Environment Commissioner Janez Potočnik, the Commission is therefore referring Sweden back to the European ...
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Pollution Prevention: Where Sustainability Begins
Benjamin Franklin famously wrote, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” It’s true—stopping something bad from happening is easier than fixing it later. This is the core concept behind the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) pollution prevention efforts. Reducing the amount of pollution produced means less waste to control, treat, or dispose of. ...
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Environment: European Commission urges Italy to bring a steel plant in Taranto up to environmental standards
The European Commission is taking action against Italy in an effort to reduce the environmental impact of the ILVA steel plant in Taranto (hereafter "ILVA"), Europe's largest iron and steel works. Following a number of complaints from citizens and NGOs, the Commission has found that Italy is failing to ensure that ILVA complies with EU requirements on industrial emissions, with serious ...
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Environment: European Commission urges Italy to address severe pollution issues at Europe`s biggest steel plant
The European Commission is taking further steps against Italy in an effort to reduce the environmental impact of the ILVA steel plant in Taranto (hereafter "ILVA"), Europe's largest iron and steel works. Italy is failing to ensure that ILVA operates in conformity with EU legislation on industrial emissions, with potentially serious consequences for human health and the environment. The ...
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