Circular economy
Demand management reducing energy-water nexus pressures
Nearly half of all water withdrawn in the U.S. is used to cool thermoelectric power plants, ensuring they operate safely and...
The Nordic Eco-label successful 25 years on
The Nordic Eco-label is over 27 years old, making it one of the world’s oldest eco-labels. Shaped like a swan the...
Resource efficiency and the water-energy nexus
Under the Europe 2020 Strategy for smart, sustainable and inclusive growth, the Flagship Initiative for achieving a resource-efficient Europe aims to...
France: Cracking down on food waste through severe penalties
The French National Assembly has passed legislation banning supermarkets from throwing away or destroying unsold food. Instead, supermarkets must donate it...
Amsterdam’s renewable energy aspirations
Amsterdam has launched its Sustainability Agenda for renewable energy, clean air, a circular economy and a climate-resilient city. Amsterdam’s citizens and...
The circular economy in Europe
In Europe there is a move towards a ‘circular economy’ where existing materials and products are reused, repaired, refurbished and recycled....