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?
How to Conduct a Training Needs Analysis to Improve Health and Safety Outcomes
Introduction to Training Needs Analysis Nobody wants to create ineffective training, especially when it comes to training that should improve health and safety outcomes. A careful Training needs analysis (TNA) can go a long way to helping avoid such an issue. According to … [Read more...] about How to Conduct a Training Needs Analysis to Improve Health and Safety Outcomes
Packaging Waste Regulations – Implications of Waste Disposal Fees
Introduction As some of you may be aware a new version of the UK packaging waste regulations was recently released. ‘Large’ organisations now have a responsibility to pay waste disposal fees for the packaging on their products that eventually becomes household waste. … [Read more...] about Packaging Waste Regulations – Implications of Waste Disposal Fees