13 Sep 2012
The Environment and Energy Awards 2013
The Environment and Energy Awards 2013 is now open for entries.Are you a utility company that deserves recognition for your…
General News
13 Sep 2012
No growth without green growth, says incoming climate chief
George Osborne’s attempt to backtrack on green policies by supporting a new “dash for gas” ran into trouble after the…
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24 Jul 2012
SWM member Localise West Midlands’ newsletter for summer 2012
SWM member Localise West Midlands’ newsletter for summer 2012 can be downloaded from their website.Contact Karen Leach at Localise West…
SWM News
23 Jul 2012
New 33m fund for Sustainable Travel in the West Midlands
The West Midlands transport chiefs were today (Wednesday June 27) handed a £33 million fighting fund to help tackle congestion,…
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18 Jul 2012
Growing opportunities; innovative community agriculture initiatives for Sandwell and beyond
Growing opportunities have launched their first brochure which explores their vision, the range of projects they undertake and the opportunities…
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18 Jul 2012
2013 Ashden Awards – call for entries
Are you breaking new ground in increasing the poor’s access to energy? Are you helping people save energy or generating…
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20 Jun 2012
Government blowing hot and cold on the low carbon economy, says thinktank
The UK Government is failing to provide consistent commitment and support to companies trying to make the switch to a…
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20 Jun 2012
First map of district heating schemes shows more than a third are green
The first ever UK map of district heating schemes has identified more than 200 heat networks across the country and…
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14 Jun 2012
Business in the Community – West Midlands Regional Impact awards 2012
On Tuesday 12 June, the winners of the West Midlands Regional Impact awards were announced, including the West Midlands Climate…
SWM News
13 Jun 2012
DECC is looking for your input. Get involved in the Low Carbon Innovation Survey
In June and July, the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) will be surveying firms on their low carbon…
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13 Jun 2012
Funding and Competition closing dates
There are several forthcoming closing dates for a wide range of funding and competition opportunities, as follows:Low Carbon Truck Demonstration…
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6 Jun 2012
Carillion lands national sustainability award
Leading support services and construction company Carillion was among the winners of the 2012 Guardian Sustainable Business Awards (GSBAs) at…
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6 Jun 2012
More West Midlands Universities join the top performers in the 2012 Green Universities League table
People & Planet’s Green League is the only comprehensive and independent league table of UK universities ranked by environmental and…
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6 Jun 2012
Sustainability Leaders Awards 2012
Leaders are powerful and influential figures in today’s world. Sustainability is driven by leaders who inspire others to take action…
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1 Jun 2012
Current climate adaptation activity in Europe
Currently, there are lots of exciting projects and engagement opportunities with the European Union on the opportunities and threats of…
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1 Jun 2012
Agreement reached to prepare communities for climate change
On 31 May, an agreement between Defra, the Department for Communities and Local Government (CLG) and the Local Government Association…
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17 May 2012
Environment Agency launch ‘Climate Ready’ service
Government has given the Environment Agency a new role to provide advice and support to businesses and public sector organisations…
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10 May 2012
The UK Low Carbon Communities Network carries out its annual survey of local action on climate energy
The UK Low Carbon Communities Network (LCCN) is now carrying out its annual survey of local action on climate energy.…
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23 Apr 2012
Government should be open about ‘outsourced emissions’ according to Committee
The Government should be straightforward about the impact that UK consumption is having on the world’s climate, according to a…
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19 Apr 2012
West Midlands Climate Business resilience award 2012 – Deadline extended to 30 April
This award recognises businesses that have considered the potential impacts of climate change on their business (eg extreme weather events…
SWM News
6 Jan 2012
Birmingham and Black Country Living Landscape – Proposed Nature Improvement Area
Earlier this year, DEFRA announced a competition to establish 12 Nature Improvement Areas across England.A partnership of over forty organisations…
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20 Oct 2011
SWM member the Midlands Environmental Business Company’s Business Success Awards
Two new awards aimed at the Birmingham business community are designed to stimulate interest and activity in new business opportunities…
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20 Oct 2011
National Trust’s search begins for outstanding green heroes
Do you know someone who’s worked tirelessly to protect a patch of green space near you? Have you got a…
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3 Oct 2011
Matchmaking for business carbon reduction offset and local UK projects
Do you want to match your carbon reduction offset investment with a local project. Why not check out the new…
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