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Promise the Earth for World Environment Day
Promise to make a small difference to your lifestyle and you can help protect the environment. If you’re already saving water and recycling, make a big promise and make a bigger difference. We want everyone to promise the Earth for World Environment Day.
How could climate change affect you?
Find out how climate change is changing the world we live in, and how this could affect you. Read about what Governments are doing to tackle the problem and see what changes you can make to reduce your own contribution to global warming.
What can we do about drought?
This summer we will face water shortages, particularly in South East England. We are recommending actions for water companies so that they can manage water supplies in drought areas. Find out what water companies need to do and what you can do to help.
Register as a hazardous waste producer for multiple sites
If you have a number of premises that produce hazardous waste, we now have a new bulk application spreadsheet you can complete. Download the spreadsheet and find out how to use it here.
Agricultural Waste - New Regulations
New agricultural waste regulations will come into force on the 15th May 2006. The new rules will affect whether farmers can burn, bury, store, use or send farm waste elsewhere. Farmers have until 15th May 2007 to register their waste exemptions.
Coastal waters
How clean are the waters at your local beach? Enter your postcode or town to find out now.
What's in your backyard? Find out about your local environment
