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Breach of the Mainline Pipeline – Valero update
...the minimum of disruption to residents, the transport network and the environment. The pipeline is recognised by the UK and Welsh governments to be an important part of the UK...
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New agreements with SEPA
...Party, with Scottish politician Roseanna Cunningham, cabinet secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Land Reform asking the Scottish government to answer question S5W-14829. The question asked government: How much it...
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The material question of floor mats for safe working in oily environments
...the task, with some just becoming extra trip hazards for the workers to deal with. Before purchasing mats, it is essential to check whether they will suit their intended environment....
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West Cork school makes history as Ireland’s first to be heated using HVO
The primary school is Ireland’s first to transition to the low carbon biofuel from kerosene to fuel its heating system. To celebrate this important step on their environmental journey, staff...
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Changes to oil regulations in Scotland
...the Water Environment (Oil Storage) (Scotland) Regulations 2006 (OSR) on 1 January 2018. The GBRs sit under the existing Water Environment Controlled Activities Regulations (CAR). The changes were included in...
Analysis
Industry reinforces commitment to genuine sustainability as BBC discusses HVO feedstock concerns
...low-carbon fuel option, its environmental benefits depend heavily on the sustainability of its feedstock. An accountable industry In response to these concerns, the UK has implemented stringent government measures to...
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Watson depot wins FPS Green Award
Taking responsibility to minimise the company’s impact on the environment has led to Watson Fuels being presented with the inaugural FPS Green Award at this year’s FPS EXPO Watson Fuels...
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John Carey brings invaluable experience to new role at GripHero
GripHero has appointed former BP and ADNOC senior executive John Carey as chairman. The move comes as GripHero looks to meet increased demand for safe, convenient and environmentally friendly hand-protection...
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Narrowboat holiday company switches to HVO after DfT green lights subsidy
...in its fleet of five, soon to be seven, modern narrowboats, reducing CO2 emissions by up to 90%. Canal Boat cruising is already a relatively environmentally friendly way to...
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OFTEC launches “Tank Safe” campaign
...householders to potential problems before they happen. Losing a tank of oil could be expensive, but this cost is minimal compared to the potential costs of a spill.” www.oftec.co.uk www.oilsave.org.uk...
Insight
An A-Z of Stress Awareness
...on overdrive causing an overreaction. If you are constantly overreacting, take a step-back, breathe deeply, check your environment, and verify the real threats in your environment, rather than the responding...
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Keeping an eye on fuel stocks
...installation. Cameron aims to have an engineer on site within 8 working hours for repairs and sooner for sites that are out of action or have possible environmental issues. www.cameron-forecourt.co.uk...
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Certas Energy continues transition journey with solar installer acquisition
...market. We are a high growth, entrepreneurial company with an ambition to help UK businesses reach their environmental sustainability goals and reduce their energy costs. “We have been successful in...
Insight
SUSTAIN calls for greater support, as survey reveals attitudes to premium pricing for sustainable solutions
Over half of Brits (54%) are prepared to pay more for certain environmentally friendly products, according to new research, with a third not prepared to pay any premium, suggesting that...
Opinion
Dodgy tanks – do you refuse to fill?
...Islands. Share your experiences and dodgy tanks with liz@fueloilnews.co.uk Carrie Marsh, Marsh Fuels, Berkshire “It’s a no brainer. It would invalidate our insurance. While we give our customers as much helpful information as we...
Insight
Task force to take action on UK refining and fuel import issues
...years to come. The refining sector faces a challenging future. In 1975 there were 19 refineries in the UK; today there are 7. The UK government believes that a mix...
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Certas assists Portico to move to low emission operations
...its port side fleet, plant and machinery. Exclusively supplied in the UK by Certas Energy, Gas-To-Liquid (GTL) is a paraffinic fuel known for its improved combustion properties. It is proven...
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Sustainable aviation fuel from sewage producer Firefly secures £5m Wizz Air investment
Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally, has announced a £5 million investment in biofuel company, Firefly. Wizz Air’s first equity investment in sustainable aviation fuel...