Experts have suggested that if farms were to accommodate renewable energy resources, our clean energy and food-price-hike problems could be dramatically reduced. Trade association Renewable UK, online energy community Energyshare and food business River Cottage organised a conference at the…
Sometimes our clients are on a very tight deadline to meet the requirements of ISO standards and achieve certification. Here are 6 tips for efficient management system implementation. 1. Be Clear on the Scope Define and document which processes and…
Recently Jeff Ayres, from Jeff Ayres and Associates, drew our attention to a scheme that aligns with ISO 39001 the standard for Road Traffic Safety Management. FORS is operated by TFL (Transport for London) with a focus on safety and…
ISO standards are renowned for their flexible approach, allowing any business to implement a management system regardless of their size, type or complexity. However, some industries seem to take up ISO standards faster than others and one sector that is…
The term ‘Carbon Footprint’ has been around for a while but to many it’s lost in the fog of environmental buzzwords that are banded about for a variety of motives. However, if used properly, Carbon Footprinting is a valuable tool…
What to do with Risk? You may not have to take action to reduce every risk facing your business or project but there are other risk strategies you can adopt: Reduce The obvious and instinctive action might be to reduce…
Winter’s gone but the Environmental Impact Remain. It’s finally happening; the snow is melting and the sun is starting to shine. But have we really considered the cost of such a long and arduous winter? No matter what organisation you…
What is Hazardous Waste? “Some types of waste are harmful to human health, or to the environment, either immediately or over an extended period of time. These are called hazardous wastes.” EA Website, Feb 2013. Where to look? The European…
1. Gather Information & Make Plans The first step in taking positive action is to gather information about the business. You could look at the number of credit notes issued, cost of outsourced labour, amount of energy used, number of…
