Green Business Journal

1 month ago | greenbusinessjournal.co.uk | Barrie Miller

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) is a key strategy in mitigating greenhouse gas emissions and achieving global CO₂ reduction targets. CCS helps stabilise atmospheric greenhouse gas concentrations by capturing and securely storing carbon dioxide from industrial and energy-related sources. Often referred to as CCS (Carbon Capture and Storage) or CCUS (Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage), this technology is recognised as a transitional solution for reducing net CO₂ emissions.

2 months ago | greenbusinessjournal.co.uk | Barrie Miller

Joanne Gilliard, CEO of Jangro, provides expert guidance on how businesses can prepare for the UK’s upcoming ‘Simpler Recycling’ legislation, set to take effect from 31st March 2025. Recycling has become a cornerstone of sustainability, helping to reduce waste, conserve resources and cut pollution. To improve recycling rates and minimise contamination, the UK government is introducing new regulations that will standardise waste separation for businesses.

2 months ago | greenbusinessjournal.co.uk | Barrie Miller

Jangro, the UK’s largest network of independent janitorial distributors, is reinforcing its commitment to sustainability with the launch of ntrl paper with purpose. This product extends Jangro’s eco-friendly ntrl range, delivering high-performance, environmentally responsible solutions to facilities managers across a range of industries, from hospitality venues to education institutions. The new paper product is crafted from recycled kraft cardboard diverted from landfill.

2 months ago | greenbusinessjournal.co.uk | Barrie Miller

Waste and recycling collections will change for all businesses with 10 or more full-time equivalent employees in England from 31st March 2025. Carla Brian, Head of Partnerships, Biffa, explains what this means. The government has introduced Simpler Recycling legislation to mandate the separation of materials from general waste, including food, recyclable plastic, metal cans and tins, glass, paper and cardboard. Many businesses will be doing this for the first time.

2 months ago | greenbusinessjournal.co.uk | Barrie Miller

HaulageHub and the Road Haulage Association (RHA) seek to reduce empty runs with new digital platform. A new digital marketplace aims to cut down on widespread inefficiency in the haulage industry, which sees over 30% of all HGV miles linked to empty loads. The RHA Exchange, strategically run by HaulageHub and the Road Haulage Association (RHA), has been set up to expedite the exchange of work and reduce inefficiencies that have traditionally marred the sector.