Environmental issues

What environmental issues do I need to consider for my business?

The legal framework protecting the environment from poor business practice regulates these main areas:

• Pollution control.
• Waste management.
• Nuisance and litter.

Owners or managers of businesses that commit offences under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 can be held personally liable and fined, or imprisoned.

Other areas where businesses could find opportunities to pursue environmental aims as well as save costs are:

• Energy conservation.
• Recycling.
• Environmentally friendly materials.