Reviewing environmental taxes

Martin Baxter, Executive Director for policy at the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment wrote this blog for Sustainable Business in the Guardian. While it is about issues in Britain, it has relevance to all countries. Environmental taxes need review to stay relevant When environmental taxes change business behaviour, revenues will fall – something the … Continue reading Reviewing environmental taxes →

The launch of the Green Investment Bank in the UK

The UK has set up the world’s first investment bank solely dedicated to greening the economy. The initiative is part of the Government’s commitment to setting the UK firmly on course towards a green and growing economy, while also delivering long-term sustainable growth. The Green Investment Bank (GIB) will be a key component of the progression … Continue reading The launch of the Green Investment Bank in the UK →

Good example of improving industrial energy efficiency in Bulgaria

SeeNews in Bulgaria recently interviewed Spiros Nomikos of the Bulgarian subsidiary of Belgium's Solvay Group and Turkey's Sisecam Holding, explaining the ambitious plans they have for improving the environmental and energy performance of the company. Interview - Bulgaria's Solvay Sodi to raise spending on eco, energy efficiency projects to 23 mln euro in 2013 Bulgarian … Continue reading Good example of improving industrial energy efficiency in Bulgaria →