Gadget makers show off eco-credentials
by David Masters
Green gadgets galore were unveiled at a London technology show last week. A number of gadget makers at Friday's show wanted to allay the concerns of eco-conscious consumers worried that gadgets consume vast swathes of the earth's resources, with no other purpose than light entertainment for bored young men. Eco-gadgets at the show included a wireless electricity consumption monitor that lets homeowners know exactly how much power they are using at any ...
Healthy school dinners get ethical twist
by David MastersSchoolchildren in East Ayrshire, Scotland, are piloting a new scheme that encourages healthy eating whilst helping children from the developing world. For the next six months, children at schools in the local authority will be given one point each time they choose a healthy school dinner. Reward points can then be spent on overseas development initiatives, including buying much needed farm animals, food supplies, medicine and classroom equipment for people in developing ...
EU Will Not Penalise Car Makers for CO2 Emissions
by Alan Harten
The economic crisis has created yet another victim, this time it is the targets of European countries for the CO2 emissions of vehicles. This weekend, the 27 countries of the European bloc decided to postpone until 2015 the new anti-pollution rules for cars manufactured and sold in Europe. With the financial crisis, automakers are being forced to close factories across the continent and are starting to add up losses. Investments ...