Previously overlooked by the media in favour of more dramatic cases of flooding, groundwater flooding causes two to four times the damage to buildings and more economic harm. Expert hydrogeologist Mark Fermor examines how a new national groundwater flood risk map is helping local authorities to determine and mitigate the risks

Steve Lee of the Chartered Institution of Wastes Management (CIWM) explains why recycling rates in the UK have been flatlining in recent years and what can be done to improve matters

The British Institute of Facilities Management’s Mike Packham explores how Building Information Modelling (BIM) and ‘Soft Landings’ processes can make the task of managing buildings simpler

With a new pound coin set to be introduced in 2017, the Automatic Vending Association (AVA) answers some of the most pressing questions about how the changeover will work

The highly transferrable skills often demonstrated by public sector professionals are very sought after by franchisors seeking their next franchisee, writes Paul Stafford of the British Franchise Association

Keeping up with the the latest green policies coming out of central government can be quite a challenge for local authorities. Local Energy’s Karen Lawrence gives updates on the Green Deal and phase two of the CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme, and sheds light on new community energy schemes

When booking a conference venue and accommodation based on its environmental virtues, how can you ensure its green practices are genuine? Jon Proctor, technical director of Green Tourism examines the issue