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Put 28th February 2012 in the diary and attend a conference that finally recognises the wealth of Supply Chain excellence in Ireland. Many of the world’s leading companies choose to manage their global Supply Chain operations from Ireland. This is a great opportunity to hear from industry leaders such as Diageo, Glanbia, Microsoft, Vodafone, Symantec, [...]

The launch of the CDP Ireland 2011 report will take place on Tuesday 18th October, 2011 at The Convention Centre, Dublin. The third annual report prepared by KPMG on the Carbon Disclosure Project in Ireland looks at the strategies of leading Irish businesses to ensure sustainability and continuing viability in the future low-carbon world.   Speakers [...]

The environmental and financial impact of packaging is under increasing scrutiny by governments and companies alike.  However, many suppliers are unsure of how to measure and report on the environmental performance of their packaging.  Sustainable Supply Chain solutions company Clearstream Solutions have partnered with Eco3 to launch a new online packaging tool to help companies [...]

Brian O’Kennedy of Clearstream Solutions explains how Microsoft’s innovative approach to measuring the impact of their packaging delivered success at the recent 2011 Green Awards. Environmental groups often criticise companies for making unfounded claims about the environmental performance of their products. This can give the public the impression that a significant element of green claims [...]

Improving your Carbon Disclosure Project scores. 12 Top Tips from Brian O’Kennedy of Clearstream Solutions on how to improve your 2011 submission. It’s mid May and the questionnaire has just landed on the desk of someone working in finance, the company secretary’s office or the CEO has sought out a victim…… “who looks after this [...]

The Carbon Disclosure Project is an independent not-for-profit organisation holding the largest database of primary corporate climate change information in the world. The CDP Ireland Report 2011 begins preparation this week with many of Ireland’s leading companies being asked to participate. Over 50% of Irish PLCs are now reporting their emissions and climate change strategy [...]

The Green Awards 2011 will take place on Thursday, April 14th at the Burlington Hotel, Dublin. The closing date for entries is February 25th and all entries can now be submitted using the online entry system on the new & improved Green Awards website. The 2011 Awards will also include a new category – ‘The [...]

Latest news on Sustainability in the Electronics industry from the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas – This GreenBiz article and CEA Sustainability report provide some useful insights in the key areas of focus for Electronics companies. These include greener packaging, more energy efficient facilities and products. http://www.greenbiz.com/news/2011/01/05/cea-sustainability-report-shows-electronics-firms-progress-green-goals?goback=.gmp_2625759.gde_2625759_member_39552859

Sustainability reporting/Business post interview with Clearstream Solutions. Irish organisations should measure and publish their sustainability and environmental policies and practices, according to Brian O’Kennedy, managing director, Clearstream Solutions. Download PDF

Congratulations to Microsoft who were awarded this years Envirocom Award for Energy Awareness. This award recognises their engagement in outstanding and innovative environmental management. Working with their Green Team, Microsoft Ireland have made environmental sustainability a priority at every level of the corporation and have implemented a number of excellent sustainability initiatives. Clearstream Solutions are [...]

For sports clubs or event venues looking to reduce energy consumption and improve sustainability performance, Croke Park and SEAI are hosting a ‘Greener Games’ event on the 30th October. A fee of €35 (inclusive of VAT) will apply which covers conference, lunch, Croke Park tour and Irish Daily Mail International Rules match ticket. A really [...]

Resource Ireland 2010 When: 13th-14th October, 2010 Where: Simmonscourt, Dublin 4 Details: Resource Ireland is the leading event for Irish environmental, water, recycling, waste management, energy and sustainability professionals. It comprises of the three co-located events Irish Water Exhibition, Irish Recycling & Waste Exhibition and the brand new Irish Sustainable Business Exhibition, covering the water, [...]

On the 19th of October 2010, Minister Eamonn Ryan will launch this year’s  Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) Ireland report. The keynote speaker on the day will be Yvo de Boer, until recently Executive Secretary of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change. CDP is the largest database of primary corporate climate change information in the [...]

Details of the Irish Governments Green Public Procurement Initiative. We would be interested in hearing your opinion. Contact us at info@clearstreamsolutions.ie “This discussion document, Towards a National Action Plan on Green Public Procurement, is now available for public consultation below. It includes a number of suggested questions as a prompt to its consideration by interested [...]

Croke Park has become the worlds first stadium to receive the coveted BS8901 certificate. The certificate acknowledges excellence in event management and Clearstream Solutions are proud to be associated with this Sustainability first for Ireland. Contact us for details on BS8901:2009 training – the latest best practice standard for sustainable event management!

We now offer BS8901:2009 standard training – the latest best practice standard for sustainable event management. BS 8901 is the new British Standard which has been developed specifically for the events industry with the purpose of helping the industry to operate in a more sustainable manner. Contact us for more details

Best Practice Environmental Guidelines for Direct Marketing. Why Green DM? Environmental awareness and performance is now a cornerstone of responsible corporate practice. As well as making a positive contribution to the world around us, taking a greener approach makes good business sense. Reducing carbon emissions will reduce cost and make your business more sustainable. Customers [...]

Some upcoming events that may be of interest: SEAI Energy Show, RDS,14th – 15th April Sustainabilitylive! 2010, NEC, Birmingham, 20th – 22nd AprilSEAI Energy Show14th & 15th April 2010 Presented by SEAI, the Energy Show is a must for industry and business to see and learn about the latest sustainable energy technologies and practices. This [...]

The Green IT Summit, April 22nd, Croke Park Special offer for our subscribers – buy one ticket, get one free! Clearstream Solutions is delighted to announce a special deal for our Newsletter subscribers to attend the Green IT Summit on April 22nd in Croke Park. Buy one ticket and you’ll receive another free ticket for [...]

Brian O’Kennedy highlights the importance of sustainability reporting & accreditation and outlines what should be included in a business’  Environmental Sustainability Report.  

How green is your packaging and are you compliant with EU Packaging Directives? Clearstream Solutions has launched its new Packaging Environmental Assessment Tool  (PEAT).  Proof of Compliance to EU Directives such as the Essential Packaging Requirements, REACH and RoHAS requires companies to report on the environmental performance of their products and packaging. PEAT allows companies [...]

Congratulations to Vodafone who this week launched their new environmental report, ‘The Journey to Sustainability’. Vodafone have surpassed targets set for carbon emission reduction and are a great example of best practice in corporate sustainability. Minister Eamon Ryan praised Vodafone’s achievement in the public launch of their Green Agenda this week, on board Ireland’s first [...]

Clearstream Solutions would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and all the best for 2010! When celebrating over the festive season the following tips could help you to do your bit for the environment. When wrapping Christmas presents, choose  recycled paper or reuse paper from gifts received. Brown paper bags and funny cartoon [...]

Hit by the increasing cost of carbon taxes, water rates, waste charges, transport and fuel costs, many Irish business are only now beginning to wake up to the importance carbon management.   Our European neighbours, in particular the UK have been using comparative carbon emissions data to measure company performance for some time now . Companies [...]