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Offsetting Your Carbon Footprint
Scientists agree that global warming and climate change are very real issues that can only be addressed if each and every one of us takes responsible steps to reduce their CO2 emissions. But for businesses, complete avoidance of all CO2 emissions is almost impossible - but there is an answer to this dilemma : Carbon Offsetting.
Why You Should Get on that Bike and RIDE
It's cheap transport, it's environmentally friendly, and it's far quicker than walking. It's also one of the best ways to get fit (and stay fit) and makes a viable and fun means of transport for the short local trips that make up most of our journeys. If you don't already own a bike - or worse, if you DO own one but it's gathering dust in the back of the shed - then please read on...
A Zero-Emissions High-Powered Sports Car?
Think 'Sports Car' and you don't necessarily think 'environmentally-friendly'. More likely you envisage a noisy gas-guzzler built for speed clogging up the town centre with its potent exhaust emissions. But classic car firm Morgan have been developing what they claim will be the world's first emission-free sports car.
Iceland - Sustainable Energy in Action
Although one of the least habitable countries in the world, Iceland has achieved remarkable success through tapping into its natural resources. Indeed, almost 75% of Iceland's energy consumption comes from renewable power sources such as geothermic energy and hydroelectricity.
Planning Permission Easier for Green Projects
Businesses planning to install eco-friendly technology such as solar heating panels and wind turbines will find themselves given the 'green' light to proceed if recent proposed changes to planning rules go ahead.
New Support For Homeowners To Get Green Grants
A new system to help homebuyers get green grants worth hundreds of pounds to lower their fuel bills and make their homes greener has been announced following the introduction of Home Information Packs and Energy Performance Certificates.
Eco-Friendly International Travel
Last week saw an encampment of worthy eco-supporters setting up base on the outskirts of Heathrow airport in protest of emissions produced by air travel. Rightly or wrongly, some of the participants were stripped bare by the press when asked about their own travel habits: many of the demonstrators turned out to be fairly regular flyers themselves. So what can you do if you DO enjoy travelling but still wish to minimise long-term damage to the planet?
Virtual Office Support?
Swamped, over-stretched businesses in need of support have the option of taking on an employee to relieve the pressure. However most small businesses shy away from this option and continue to try and complete everything with their available resources. This can lead to mounting stress levels and the increased likelihood of important actions being delayed or even forgotten.
Expenses System
Keeping expenses and mileage records is very important, without accurate data you will never know exactly how much you have spent on your business.
Administration Job
We are looking for experienced PA's, Secretaries, Office Managers, Book Keepers and Administrators to fulfil a variety of regular and ad hoc projects for small businesses.
Bank Charges
The ongoing saga of bank charges has made the headlines yet again and this time it's bad news for the customers. These charges have seen a turbulent history over the last year with some calling for them to be scrapped. Now the Financial Services Authority has issued a statement saying that banks "are no longer obliged to deal with these claims."
Practical & Sensible Approach
The HSE are moving towards trying to convince people that a sensible risk management approach should be adopted. Absolute Health and Safety Solutions Ltd believe in the Practical Approach, it's our motto. We are finding time and time again that managers and business owners are missing the issue when it comes to risk management. To quote Bill Callaghan, Chair of the Health and Safety Commission
Managing Director Gets 15 Months
The defendant was the managing director of a stone masonry business who had a direct management style and was heavily involved at the shop floor.
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