In 2019, a grove of 100 giant trees was identified in the Amazon rainforest, reaching heights of 290 feet (88.39 meters). Many of these trees are between 400 to 600 years old…

Apple will use 100% recycled cobalt in their batteries along with 100% recycled tin soldering and gold plating for the circuit boards to slow down the mining production.

Currently two thirds of Apple’s aluminium materials are 100% recycled aligning with the company’s goal to reach carbon neutrality. The company also aims to use plastic free packaging by 2025 and develop fibre materials as an alternative to replace screen films and foam cushioning materials.

Researchers analysing the prey of grey whales off the Oregon coast say that the mammals are likely ingesting millions of tiny pieces of plastic, clothing fibres and other human debris every day that could be harming their health - and potentially people. Grey whales can consume more than 16 tonnes of plankton a day, and zooplankton has been found to contain more than 400 microparticles, half of which are man-made fibres. Grey whale waste has also been analysed and found to contain larger pieces of microplastics that are not filtered by their baleen.

Get your business ‘ESOS compliant’ before the deadline

The ESOS Phase 3 deadline falls on 5th December 2023, meaning businesses must submit their ESOS Assessments before this time.

As experienced and qualified ESOS Lead Energy Assessors with over 10 years’ experience in energy assessments, we at the Green Business Centre ensure that you are compliant with ESOS Regulations and identify energy efficiency solutions to reduce your carbon emissions and creating money saving opportunities for your organisation.