In an earlier post you might remember that we discussed the concept of life cycle thinking. This is the approach to identifying and assessing environmental impacts from cradle to grave. I thought in this post it would be useful to see how that approach can be applied in practice, … [Read more...] about Life Cycle Thinking Example – The Impacts of a Building
Environmental Management
Study Briefing NEBOSH Environmental Diploma: Element 2
In this second briefing let’s look at ED1 Element 2. This is a very short module. In fact it is the shortest on the course, with a recommended tuition time of 4 hours. This element covers the essentials of environmental leadership over five learning outcomes, most of which you … [Read more...] about Study Briefing NEBOSH Environmental Diploma: Element 2
Study Briefing NEBOSH Environmental Diploma: Element 1
As I am sure you are aware, the NEBOSH Environmental Diploma exams have been postponed as a result of the pandemic, which for students can be very frustrating. To help maintain momentum in your studies, I had a think as to what we can do to help. I came up with a plan of a series … [Read more...] about Study Briefing NEBOSH Environmental Diploma: Element 1
Resource efficiency – an effective way to save money and reduce environmental impact
Introduction The effective use of resources is an effective way in which organisations can reduce their environmental impact and reduce costs. It always strikes me as strange that companies will cut costs in many other ways but will not consider mechanisms by which they can … [Read more...] about Resource efficiency – an effective way to save money and reduce environmental impact
Sustainable Development Goals for Business
Background Sustainable development goals (SDGs) seem to have been a big success in industry; you see them everywhere, from corporate reports to models to improving sustainability, and I have got to admit I am a huge fan myself! The SDGs stem from the 2030 Agenda for … [Read more...] about Sustainable Development Goals for Business