Prevent groundwater pollution from solvents
I was just looking through the updated guidelines named Prevent Groundwater Pollution (Sept 2026). It is a code of practice targeted to prevent pollution from solvent use and storage. By adhering the code of practice, we will comply with the legal requirements under the Environmental Permitting Regulations. The sites activities are regulated by the Environment […]
Impact of new COMAH guidance on existing CDOIF risk assessments
Following the completion of our third successful major CDOIF assessment, we were recently approached by one of our existing clients if they are now required to complete a review, ahead of their scheduled review, following the issuing of new guidance around the COMAH regulations. Published in September 2026, the CDOIF’s (Chemical and Downstream Oil Industries […]
Classification of substances for transport
CLP v ADR is the presentation delivered by the Chemical Business Association (CBA) at our recent regional Health Safety and Environment seminar on 24th September 2026. We were all delighted and humbled by the acceptance of the CBA to support our fantastic day with a presentation which was readily taken on board, especially by the […]
Action for Swifts!
Sustainable Solutions support Action for Swifts! We are always looking for organisations to support, and we have found plenty. From Derbyshire Wildlife Trust to Butterfly Conservation and Bumblebee Conservation Trust. Now our community has expanded to include an organisation that was founded to help a winged summer visitor, the Swift. Swifts are the ultimate flyers! […]
Pleasley Pit Reserve: Where Nature, Community & Conservation Come Together
Wonderful volunteers have been working hard to clear areas of brash, replant and nurture wild flora at Pleasley Pit reserve. It’s only a stone throw away from Chesterfield.Teams of volunteers are constantly working hard to make way for a better, more ecological site for nature and communities. There are 14 different walks, each tailored to […]
ISEP courses for green skills
Green skills for business. What does this mean? There has always been a clear need for green skills across nature recovery, biodiversity, waste reduction and pollution prevention. A new shift now focusses on decarbonisation and climate change. This motivation is important, particularly as organisations work towards net zero targets, reduce emissions and adapt to climate-related […]
DSEAR assessment for concrete
Sustainable Solutions – ESHB, are proud to announce the sign off for the DSEAR design risk assessment for the building of the new Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) block factory, to be located in Mansfield in the UK. The plant is based around a tried and tested design by the German company Wehrhahn Gmbh. DSEAR is […]
Solutions not problems
Many consultants either walk away at this point after listing all the areas of legal non-compliance, or they propose the most effective risk controls from the top of the hierarchy without giving any consideration to the cost of implementing those recommendations
The hidden value of all ecosystems, by M Rose
The pollinating service provided by bees, butterflies (other insects) are natural processes that keep conditions stable, more commonly known as Regulating Services. It’s simple, they transfer pollen from one flower to another which in turn gives us fruiting bodies.
Supporting local community sustainability
we are pleased to reveal we made a significant supporting contribution to the Derbyshire Wildlife Trust. Their ‘Big give’ initiative aimed at reintroduction of lost species (to the local area) of Pine Martens, Eurasian Elk and White Stork was something which caught our attention.