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First aquarium in the UK to join WAZA

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altThe Deep, in Hull, is the first aquarium in the UK to be invited to join the prestigious World Association for Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA).

Now in its 77th year, WAZA is the unifying organisation for the world zoo and aquarium community. There are over 300 members across the world from leading zoos, aquariums, associations and corporate partners.

Katy Duke, Curator at The Deep said: “WAZA are committed to the highest standards of animal welfare and husbandry and we are delighted to be the first aquarium in the UK to work with them.

“WAZA operates on a global level, allowing us to share knowledge and information and have greater impact in our contributions to conservation alongside other like-minded organisations. It is fantastic to be part of so many zoos and aquariums who are working together to ensure the best possible animal welfare but actively participate in projects to help conserve animals and their habitats.

Last Updated on Tuesday, 16 October 2012 15:45

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Regen SW receives a record breaking number of nominations for 2012 Energy Awards

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Environment UK South West Green Energy Awards 2012Once again the south west’s commitment to renewable energy is made clear as the Green Energy Awards receive 135 nominations - more than double the amount of entries compared to last year.

The South West Green Energy Awards are organised by Regen SW. Now in its tenth year, Regen SW, the south west’s centre of sustainable energy expertise, continue to promote the many positives that renewable energy can provide. Hosting the awards provides Regen SW with the perfect platform to showcase the pioneering work that the region produces. The awards feature six categories, allowing the variety of innovation, collaboration and good working practices to be recognised within the sector.

Last Updated on Tuesday, 18 September 2012 15:04

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Hemclad® helps deliver 'green' salad factory

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altLime Technology’s innovative pre-fabricated wall panel system, Hemclad®, has helped Kanes Foods deliver the highest standards of sustainability at its new 10,000m2 factory in Middle Littleton. To date, it is the largest factory anywhere in the UK to be built using this revolutionary, new cassette walling system.

Demonstrating the company’s commitment to sustainable practices, Kanes Foods began an investment programme that included the creation of a new, cutting edge facility that would incorporate the latest ‘green’ technologies. For the building’s facade, Lime Technology’s Hemclad® proved ideal offering high thermal inertia, low U-values and negative embodied carbon.

Last Updated on Tuesday, 11 September 2012 13:24

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A leap forward in carbon footprint savings

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Invasive Vegetation Management and TretatmentLeading Japanese Knotweed Management company, IVM Invasive Vegetation Mangement & Treatment Ltd, are now an active member of the National Symbiosis Program – NISP (www.nisp.org.co.uk).

The program supports central Goverment to reduce the carbon footprint for eradication of invasive plant species throught the United Kingdom.

IVM themselves have diverted in excess of 768,000 tonnes of material going to lanfill due to their insitu application of herbicide (IVM FAST "Foliage and Stem Treatment" System) to Japanese Knotweed. In their words, "this is not control, this is complete eradication".

• For more information on IVM Invasive Vegetation Mangement & Treatment Ltd visit their website www.knotweed-uk.com.

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Last Updated on Wednesday, 15 August 2012 11:36

Earthwatch in major new freshwater research push

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Environment UK VolunteersLeading environmental research organisation Earthwatch has announced a new five-year learning and research partnership with global financial services provider HSBC.

Part of the HSBC Water Programme, the partnership will see up to HSBC 100,000 employees worldwide engaged in online learning, ‘hands-on’ research days, and ongoing self-directed data collection.

Working with local conservation partners, Earthwatch will develop research projects in more than 20 of the world’s biggest cities, located near to major HSBC employment hubs.

Last Updated on Friday, 22 June 2012 12:02

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