Sustainable Development Commission (SDC)
The Sustainable Development Commission is the Government's independent advisory body on sustainable development.
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Setting the Table
SDC's latest investigation into food finds strong evidence that a diet which benefits the environment is better for health.
from Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) on 22 December 2009 | Direct link | Comment on this
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SDC and NHS launch new sustainability website
Health professionals invited to sign up to the new Good Corporate Citizenship Assessment Model.
from Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) on 09 December 2009 | Direct link | Comment on this
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Developing Scotland's renewable heat potential
Our report Renewable Heat in Scotland identifies current renewable heat schemes and the renewable heat potential.
from Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) on 12 November 2009 | Direct link | Comment on this
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Breakthroughs for the 21st century film
The SDC's Breakthroughs for the 21st Century project sets out to identify the ideas which could make the biggest impact on Britain’s efforts to tackle climate change, resource depletion and inequality. Almost 300 ideas were submitted by the public, businesses, academics, and sustainability professionals of which 19 were selected by SDC Commissioners as potential Breakthroughs.
from Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) on 11 November 2009 | Direct link | Comment on this
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Towards a Schools Carbon Management Plan
The evidence base and assumptions paper we have created to support the DCSF's consultation on a carbon management plan for schools.
from Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) on 20 October 2009 | Direct link | Comment on this
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Will Day becomes Sustainable Development Commission Chair
Read Will's thoughts on his new role and championing sustainable development in government.
from Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) on 20 October 2009 | Direct link | Comment on this
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How can regulation help build a sustainable future?
How can regulation help build a sustainable future? Our latest report finds that the influence of public service regulators on schools, hospitals, PCTs and local councils will be vital to creating a sustainable future. » Full story » Download Review of public service regulators
from Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) on 11 September 2009 | Direct link | Comment on this
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"Sustainability is key to food security"
SDC responds to Defra food security assessment.
from Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) on 02 September 2009 | Direct link | Comment on this
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The Big Energy Shift
The SDC was commissioned by DECC to produced a review of stakeholder perceptions of what the barriers and levers are to adopting more sustainable energy technology across the public sector.
from Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) on 11 September 2009 | Direct link | Comment on this
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Food Security and Sustainability: The perfect fit
In our latest position paper, we argue that a sustainable food security policy is needed if we are to tackle those issues which affect our ability to feed ourselves and future generations sustainably, equitably and healthily.
from Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) on 24 August 2009 | Direct link | Comment on this
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East Sussex Food and Health Partnership
Promoting sustainable local food systems that support improved health and nutrition, for the benefit of consumers, producers and the environment
from Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) on 11 May 2005 | Direct link | Comment on this
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Cornwall’s NHS Food Project
The NHS Trusts in Cornwall are working together to purchase more food from local suppliers and develop more jobs locally.
from Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) on 11 May 2005 | Direct link | Comment on this
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West Cumberland Hospital Healthy Futures case study
An initiative with the Rural Regeneration Unit to promote the use of local food in West Cumberland Hospital.
from Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) on 04 June 2009 | Direct link | Comment on this
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Gwent Healthcare NHS Trust (GHT): Energy Management Pilot
Pilot undertaken to address strategic issues associated with NHS Wales achieving reduction in primary energy of 15% by 2010. This was a partnership approach between WHE and the Carbon Trust in Wales. Gwent Healthcare Trust (GHT) was selected as a representative Trust within Wales.
from Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) on 04 June 2009 | Direct link | Comment on this
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Switching on to the Sun at Bronllys Hospital
Bronllys is the first UK NHS hospital to generate electricity from sunlight. A 60.62 kW photovoltaic array, reducing the hospitals need for fossil fuels.
from Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) on 24 March 2005 | Direct link | Comment on this
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Isle of Man Real Nappy Campaign
Midwife pioneers reusable nappies in NHS maternity units to reduce clinical waste and raise public awareness of the product. Isle of Man government interest-free loans ensure that even the poorest families can afford this more sustainable option.
from Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) on 04 June 2009 | Direct link | Comment on this
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Royal Brompton Hospital Food Project
As part of the London Hospital Food Project, the Royal Brompton Hospital has successfully increased the amount of local and organic food served in staff restaurants, retail outlets and wards.
from Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) on 04 June 2009 | Direct link | Comment on this
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Sustainable waste cooking oil systems supporting reuse such as Bio-fuels
Waste cooking oil has great potential to be used as bio-fuel. What is not well known is that oil leaks carry risks of contamination and disease - proper storage is essential.
from Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) on 04 June 2009 | Direct link | Comment on this
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Larder Bytes - food supply chain management
This virtual organisation manages local food supply chains from producer to end customer, by providing a technology service to members
from Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) on 04 June 2009 | Direct link | Comment on this
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School Travel Health Check
Using School Census data to support schools, officers and members in setting realistic targets for reducing car use.
from Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) on 04 June 2009 | Direct link | Comment on this