IEMA Press Releases
This page contains all recent press releases from the Institute of Environmental Management & Assessment (IEMA).
For all press enquiries, contact Katrina Pierce, Communications Co-ordinator at k.pierce@iema.net.
Thursday 2nd February 2012
IEMA Named Winner of International Award
The Institute of Environmental Management & Assessment (IEMA) has been declared winner of the International Association for Impact Assessment (IAIA)’s 2012 Institutional Award in recognition of its work on environmental impact assessment (EIA).
2.2.12 - IEMA Named Winner of International Award.pdf
(76.25 KB)
Tuesday 15th November 2011
Environmental graduates set to be the leaders of the future
This year’s crop of environmental graduate award winners announced at the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment’s (IEMA) annual 2011 conference are demonstrating the leadership skills of the future - innovative thinking, hard work, professional leadership and exceptional communications skills.
15.11.11 - Environmental graduates set to be the leaders of the future.pdf
(65.37 KB)
Thursday 23rd June 2011
Environmental practitioners deliver cost savings for UK business
Environmental practitioners with a combination of environmental, management and leadership skills are driving cost savings and delivering environmental improvements for business, according to research launched today by the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA).
Environmental practitioners deliver cost savings for UK business - 23.6.11.pdf
(97.19 KB)
Tuesday 17th May 2011
New Quality Mark Scheme Launched Today
The Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA), the UK’s largest environmental professional association representing over 15,000 practitioners, is today launching a unique stamp of approval for organisations that demonstrate a dedication to excellence in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).
17.5.2011 - New Quality Mark Scheme Launched Today.pdf
(171.88 KB)
Monday 9th May 2011
Mandatory reporting of greenhouse gas emissions will turn the environment into a mainstream business opportunity
The Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA), the UK’s leading environmental professional association representing over 15,000 practitioners, responded to the launch of the government’s consultation on GHG reporting published today.
9.5.11 GHG consultation.pdf
(65.54 KB)
Tuesday 30th November 2010
Mandatory reporting of greenhouse gas emissions is vital for business and the environment.
The Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA), the UK’s largest environmental professional association representing over 15,000 practitioners, responded to the government’s evidence on GHG reporting published today and called on government to quickly introduce mandatory reporting on greenhouse gas emissions for large companies.
30.11.10 - Mandatory reporting of greenhouse gas emissions is vital for business and the environment.pdf
(113 KB)
Thursday 9th November 2010
Research by IEMA shows a 28% increase over the last 2 years in the use of formal environmental management systems by organisations in the UK.
Figures collected by IEMA shows that the number of UKAS accredited ISO14001 certificates in the UK have risen significantly in the last two years, with over 8500 certificates now issued representing an increase of 28% on figures from IEMA’s research in 2008.
9.11.10 - New Figures Show 28% Increase in the use of formal environmental management systems in the UK.pdf
(151.25 KB)
Wednesday 3rd November 2010
IEMA Reveal Winner of 2010 Graduate Award at Environment and Business Conference
A Graduate from the University of Seattle and Queen’s University Belfast claimed the coveted IEMA Graduate Award 2010 last week during an industry conference.
3.11.10 - IEMA Reveal Winner of 2010 Graduate Award at Environment and Business Conference.pdf
(173.22 KB)
Monday 4th October 2010
Business professionals call for reporting on greenhouse gas emissions to become mandatory
80% of environmental professionals working in UK businesses say that mandatory reporting is needed if business is to play its part in the green economy.
IEMA 1.10.10 - Business professionals call for reporting on greenhouse gas emissions to become mandatory.doc
(79.5 KB)
Thursday 19th August 2010
Senior Environmentalists Urged to Nominate Graduate Green Shoots of Talent
Leaders of Environmental organisations including consultancies, quangos and charities are being encouraged to nominate their graduate staff who have made a real difference to their organisation for a leading industry award.
19.8.10 - Senior Environmentalists Urged to Nominate Graduate Green Shoots of Talent.pdf
(123.36 KB)
Thursday 19th August 2010
Businesses Urged to Nominate Graduate Green Shoots of Talent
Businesses that have invested in green jobs and skills are being encouraged to nominate their graduate staff who have made a real environmental difference to their organisation for a leading industry award.
19.8.10 - Businesses Urged to Nominate Graduate Green Shoots of Talent.pdf
(137.48 KB)
Thursday 19th August 2010
HR Professionals Urged to Nominate Graduate Green Shoots of Talent
HR managers within organisations that have invested in green jobs and skills are being encouraged to nominate their graduate staff for a leading industry award.
19.8.10 - HR Professionals Urged to Nominate Graduate Green Shoots of Talent.pdf
(123.43 KB)
Thursday 19th August 2010
Graduates Urged to Work With Their Boss To Enter Green Award
Environmental Graduates have a unique opportunity to have their work achievements recognised, but now have less than one month to persuade their boss to nominate them for a leading industry award.
19.8.10 - Graduates Urged to Work With Their Boss To Enter Green Award.pdf
(124.78 KB)
Tuesday 18th August 2010
Leading Body Seeks Your Views to Influence Government Stance on EIA
Members of the largest environmental professional body are currently taking part in a large-scale UK survey to provide input into the European Commission review of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Directive.
18.8.10 - Leading Body Seeks Your Views to Influence Government Stance on EIA.pdf
(131.95 KB)
Monday 19th July 2010
Leading Body Welcomes Government’s Decision to Conduct Second Energy Policy Consultation
Following “serious concerns” raised during a Government consultation on National Energy Policy Statements, the leading environmental professional body has today welcomed news that the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) will launch a second consultation in the autumn.
19.7.10 - Leading Body Welcomes Government’s Decision to Conduct Second Energy Policy Consultation.pdf
(176.58 KB)
Tuesday 13th July 2010
Key to making green claims is “improved performance” says leading environmental body
New research from Defra highlights a forthcoming shift in green claims, highlighting the strategic link between ‘brand’ and environmental responsibility.
13.7.10 - Key to making green claims is “improved performance” says leading environmental body.pdf
(175.61 KB)
Tuesday 15th June 2010
Consideration, Direction and Advice-IEMA leads the way with new practitioner guidance
The UK’s first set of “crucial” practitioner guidance on climate change mitigation in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for business, planning and development is launched this week.
15.6.10-Consideration, Direction and Advice-IEMA leads the way with new practitioner guidance.pdf
(309.17 KB)
 |