Environmental Topics
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Your business can harm the environment by contributing to climate change and damaging land, water and wildlife
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See what your business can save on bills by putting in place some straightforward efficiency measures
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Case studies and videos demonstrating environmental compliance and good practice
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Checklists offer businesses a quick way of identifying areas where they might need to take action
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All businesses can benefit from having a plan in place to deal with any spills, leaks or other incidents
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Includes Environmental Management Systems, climate adaptation and downloadable toolkits for SMEs in Northern Ireland and Scotland.
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PPGs and GPPs provide guidance on how to minimise the environmental impact that businesses can have
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The equipment, materials and fuels used by businesses can pose a threat to the environment and human health if not managed properly
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If you cause a nuisance to neighbours, your local council can require you to take action to prevent the nuisance. Good planning can help prevent problems.
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Your business may require a permit, licence, exemmption or other authorisation before you carry out certain activities
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Provide valuable information and help to on a range of issues, including environmental performance
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Vehicle use can have a significant impact on the local environment as well as contributing to global climate change
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Regulations require from businesses to manage their waste with as little impact on the environment as possible
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If you have a permit, licence or authorisation you will have strict limits on what you can discharge from your site