Cement News tagged under: Environmental
Thailand – Rock quarrying receives Environment Board support30 September 2003, Published under Cement NewsThailand – Rock quarrying receives Environment Board support . “The Board understands mining in ecologically sensitive areas is bad for the environment, but we cannot ignore the importance of economic development, “ said geologist Mr Prinya. “ The proposed conditions will enable mining to coexist with nature and environmental protection.” The conditions include the payment of higher fees, the reforestation of the area and the construction of reservoirs. In practical terms, this means hal... |
UK – Rugby protester blow30 September 2003, Published under Cement NewsProtesters campaigning against the burning of tyres at the Rugby Cement works have been dealt a blow by the solicitors of the local borough council, who have advised against pressing ahead with court action. This could mean the end of legal action against the company’s alternative fuel plans as local pressure groups do not have the cash to fund the legal battle. Councillors are set to make an official decision on whether to go for a judicial review into Rugby Cement’s proposal at a meeti... |