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The Landfill Prize
Jonathon Porritt, March 18th 2010, Forum founders, General
The Landfill Prize 2010 highlights just how idiotically wasteful our world still is – in a very entertaining way! Members of the public vote on the year’s most pointless, wasteful and needlessly...
The war of words over home-produced electricity feed-in tariffs could cost dearly
Jonathon Porritt, March 18th 2010, Built environment, Climate change
On March 2nd, Guardian columnist George Monbiot launched an extraordinary attack on feed-in tariffs and on solar photovoltaics (PV) in particular. Even for George, who has honed his invective...
Sustainability meets big brands
Dan Crossley, March 18th 2010, Business, Procurement, Retail
Sustainability is no longer the preserve of niche brands. Major manufacturers and retailers are now recognising the value that integrating sustainability into their key product lines can deliver,...
Oil threat prompts call for green industrial revolution
David Mason, March 16th 2010, Climate change, General, Transport
Soaring oil prices may drive politicians to take tough action to create a low-carbon economy while sceptics are still arguing the toss over climate change. The era of cheap oil is ending...
Transforming our cities from grey to green
Martin Hunt, March 11th 2010, Built environment
It was great to see the launch of the Integrated Habitats Design Competition last week – a competition that seeks out inspiring and innovative designers who emphasise the value of biodiversity...
M&S sets a sustainable benchmark for the retail world
Jonathon Porritt, March 11th 2010, Business, Forum founders, Retail
I spoke at the annual M&S Suppliers’ Conference on Tuesday, which took place in Kensington Town Hall. This venue has a particular resonance for me as it was where the votes for the 1979...
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