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HydroVeg – new case study

Posted on Thursday 29th April, 2021

Hydroponics is a method of growing plants in nutrient-rich water which uses significantly less time than growing in soil. Read More >>

Warm Earth – new case study

Posted on Thursday 29th April, 2021

Compost is produced when microorganisms like bacteria break down a feedstock, such as food or garden waste, into simple compounds which can improve soil fertility

Composting happens much faster at higher temperatures, and while the microorganisms do produce heat, this is wasted in traditional composting containers. Read More >>

Sustainability health checks: help for businesses

Posted on Monday 25th January, 2021

More and more customers want to buy from suppliers with sustainability at the heart of their organisation. Read More >>

Bicycle tyre waste – new case study

Posted on Friday 22nd January, 2021

44,000 tonnes of cycle tyres and inner tubes go to landfill every year in the UK. Read More >>

Charcoal and biochar – new case study

Posted on Friday 22nd January, 2021

Discover how Caradoc Charcoal, an innovative, family business based in rural Shropshire benefited from EBRI’s support and guidance in helping them to explore a new commercial avenue – recovering the biochar by-product left over after burning firewood, and turning it into a marketable product. Read More >>

Aston University awarded The Guardian ‘University of the Year’

Posted on Wednesday 25th November, 2020

EBRI is delighted to share the news that Aston University has been awarded The Guardian ‘University of the Year’ in recognition of our university’s commitment to sustainability, our graduate outcomes, as well as our diversity and inclusion activity. Read More >>

Is your business seeking new skills for sustainable growth?

Posted on Wednesday 25th November, 2020

Aston University can provide you with flexible student placements able to support the resilience and growth potential of your business. Read More >>

Help available – low carbon challenge consultations

Posted on Thursday 1st October, 2020

Is your business facing pressure from customers, investors and suppliers to be a credible player in the low carbon future? Read More >>

Showcase your low carbon solutions

Posted on Thursday 1st October, 2020

Aston’s Green team is looking for the best sustainable solutions for the campus

Aston University’s Sustainability team, who are responsible for the carbon footprint of our campus are inviting suppliers of innovative, low carbon products and services to get in touch. Read More >>

Book a 30 minute consultation at no cost to your business

Posted on Friday 4th September, 2020

As customer demand for low carbon goods and services is rising, it is becoming increasingly important for suppliers to demonstrate their carbon footprint. Read More >>

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