Day: 16 February 2024

MEPs adopt new law banning greenwashing and misleading product information

Stuart Mitchell

The European Parliament has given its final green light to a directive that will improve product labelling and ban the use of misleading environmental claims. The directive adopted today with 593 votes in favour, 21 against and 14 abstentions seeks to protect consumers from misleading marketing practices and help them make better purchasing choices. To achieve this, a number of problematic marketing habits related to greenwashing and the early obsolescence of goods will be added to the EU list of banned commercial practices. More accurate and reliable advertising Most importantly,…

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Supreme x B&M x ELF Vape Recycling Bins

Stuart Mitchell

Supreme PLC, a leading manufacturer, supplier, and brand owner of 88vape, has partnered with global vape brand ELFBAR and leading nationwide discounter chain B&M Retail to provide over 700 in-store vape recycling bins arriving in January. The scheme is the first of its kind to appear in the entire estate of a nationwide retail chain, whereby consumers can dispose of their used vapes, with all three organisers saying the campaign will ‘significantly increase’ the expansion of recycling. The scheme will also see hazardous waste management provider Wastecare Group in charge…

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Exagen given green light for new 500MW / 1GWh battery storage project in Leicestershire

Stuart Mitchell

Planning permission has been granted by Blaby District Council to UK renewable energy developer, Exagen, for a 500MW / 1GWh grid-scale battery energy storage project on land to the northeast of Earl Shilton, Leicestershire. The Normanton Energy Reserve will be one of the largest such projects in Europe and will serve the UK’s National Grid. The Planning Committee’s decision follows months of public consultation on plans for the site, which include new habitats, extensive new woodland and boosting local biodiversity by over 25%. Once built, the battery facility will be…

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London Gatwick becomes first international airport to open dedicated electric vehicle charging station – Electric Forecourt®

Stuart Mitchell

London Gatwick has become the first international airport to open an Electric Forecourt®, a dedicated electric vehicle (EV) charging station, with the new GRIDSERVE facility available for all to use from today.   The brand-new site has 30 high-power and low-power electric vehicle chargers available via contactless payment – ideal for passengers, staff, local residents, commuters, or business fleets – alongside high-speed Wi-Fi, a lounge area, Costa Coffee, Little Fresh convenience store and an interactive EV experience area.  All charging bays are powered by 100% net zero energy, with the fastest…

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Sainsbury’s launches Smart Charge: new ultra-rapid service to build confidence in public EV charging

Stuart Mitchell

Sainsbury’s has launched Smart Charge, a brand-new, dedicated EV charging business that will give drivers access to ultra-rapid EV charging points across its stores. This bold move illustrates the retailer’s commitment to the EV industry while providing an exciting new service for drivers. In new research commissioned by Sainsbury’s, 80% of EV users admitted to avoiding long journeys because of not wanting to charge at public EV charging stations, describing the main frustrations as chargers being broken (40%), not enough charging bays (36%) and speed of service (33%). Designed to…

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