What are compliance obligations ‘Compliance obligations’ is a term that was introduced in the latest, 2015 version of the environmental management system standard ISO 14001. It is a term that essentially incorporates two categories of things that an organisation must comply … [Read more...] about Managing Organisational Environmental Compliance Obligations
The Importance of Nutrient Cycling
Cycling or cycling? I do enjoy a bit of cycling, as those of you who know we well are quite aware, I turned into a MAMIL (Middle Aged Man in Lycra) many years back. However, don’t be fooled by the title this post it is not about that kind of cycling, but the just as … [Read more...] about The Importance of Nutrient Cycling
What does ESG actually mean?
I’ve been involved in sustainability professionally for over a quarter of a century now and over that time I have seen many terms come, some stay and others disappear. Currently, the term environmental, social and governance, commonly known as ESG, is very popular. But what does … [Read more...] about What does ESG actually mean?
Is Recycling Really Good for the Environment? Pros and Cons Explained
Introduction Did you know that although we are asked to recycle a great deal of our waste these days that recycling is not actually the best environmental option for our waste? Recycling is actually a sort of ‘middle level’ option that is certainly much better than waste … [Read more...] about Is Recycling Really Good for the Environment? Pros and Cons Explained
What Is a Risk Assessment?
Introduction “No risk, no reward” sounds great in theory, but let’s face it, there are some risks that your company would not want to take: those that endanger your staff and the general public. In this particular case, the risk definitely isn’t worth taking and you’d be … [Read more...] about What Is a Risk Assessment?