2015 saw changes in the guidance for discharges from septic tanks and other domestic sewage treatment systems in England. At first glance the new rules route homeowners directly into conventional solutions and don't take account of more eco-friendly options. Reed bed designer and environmental consultant Féidhlim Harty takes a closer
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Are we ruled by natureless economists?
The US Supreme Court stopped President Obama's climate protection plan following proceedings by 27 Republican-governed states and business associations (ZEIT ONLINE, 10 February, 2016). Majority leader in the US House of Representatives Kevin McCarthy called Obama's initiative an unlawful misuse of power and a risk to energy security and jobs.
Penarth eco-refurbishment
The UK government is already legally committed to an 80% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2050, (from 1990 levels), and has accepted since the Paris climate deal that eventually there’ll have to be a 100% reduction. Architect Nigel Humphrey wanted to ensure that the refurbishment of his own home reflected
Self build the Ty Pren way
Newly formed worker's co-op, Ty Pren (which roughly translates to wooden house) has recently constructed the framework for a unique residential property in Ceredigion, West Wales. This workers’ co-op was formed by Jamie Miller whilst building a Visitors Centre for Longwood Community Woodland, where he realized the need