Sources of guidance on resource efficiency

Energy

• British Council for Sustainable Energy
  The Business Council for Sustainable Energy was created in 1992 by leading companies in the energy efficiency, natural gas, renewable energy, independent power and electric utility industries.
  
  
• Carbon Trust
  The Carbon Trust is an independent company funded by Government. Our role is to help the UK move to a low carbon economy by helping business and the public sector reduce carbon emissions now and capture the commercial opportunities of low carbon technologies.
  
  
• The Electricity Guide
  Independent information and advice about the UK Electricity industry and the companies operating within it.
  
  
• Energy Saving Trust
  Encouraging energy efficiency and the integration of renewable energy sources into society.

Water

• British Water
  British Water lobbies governments and regulators on behalf of its members and provides vital information on home and overseas water and wastewater markets.
  
  
• Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management
  The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) is a multidisciplinary professional and examining body for engineers, scientists and other professionally qualified personnel engaged in water and environmental management.
  
  
• DEFRA - Directing the Flow
  Strategic document setting out the aims and issues with regard to water management over the next 20 years.
  
  
• Foundation for Water Research
  An independent, not for profit organisation, having charitable status that shares and disseminates knowledge about water, wastewater and research into related environmental issues.
  
  
• Tax Relief on Water Saving Devices
  Information on Enhanced Capital Allowances for Water Technologies.
  
  
• Water Guide
  Water Guide provides clear and concise tips on saving water as well as information about the UK water industry and the companies operating within it.

• UKWIR
  UKWIR, Water Industry Research, facilitates and manages collaborative research for UK water operators.
  

Waste & Recycling

• DEFRA – Waste and Recycling Page
  Index of Recycling and Waste.
  
  
• Chartered Institution of Wastes Management
  Dedicated to the protection and enhancement of the environment by the development of scientific, technical and management standards, the implementation of practical competency policies and procedures, and the promotion of the highest professional standards in all sectors of the industry.
  
  
• Waste & Resources Action Programme
  WRAP's mission is to accelerate resource efficiency by creating efficient markets for recycled materials and products, while removing barriers to waste minimisation, re-use and recycling.
  
  
• ActionAid Recycling
  ActionAid Recycling offer a free, UK wide, toner cartridge and mobile phone collection service that raises funds through your empty cartridges and unwanted mobiles. It support projects and programmes run by the charity ActionAid.
  
  
• British Metals Recycling Association 
  The British Metals Recycling Association (BMRA) has been at the heart of the UK metals recycling since 1919.
  
  
• Furniture Recycling Network
  The FRN promotes the re-use of unwanted furniture and household effects for the alleviation of need, hardship, distress and poverty.
  
  
• Industry Council For Electronic Equipment Recycling (ICER) 
  ICER is a source of knowledge and expertise on waste electrical and electronic equipment issues. It addresses a broad range of measures affecting electrical and electronic equipment. As a cross industry association, it tackles the implications for the whole supply chain. ICER works to make sure recycling leads to a real environmental benefit and that it is achieved at minimum cost, both to consumers and to industry.
  
  
• Recycling Guide
  Incorporating easy-to-follow detailed illustrations, The Recycling Guide emphasises the importance of recycling and provides advice on how people can recycle at home, in schools.

General

• Chartered Institution of Wastes Management
  Dedicated to the protection and enhancement of the environment by the development of scientific, technical and management standards, the implementation of practical competency policies and procedures, and the promotion of the highest professional standards in all sectors of the industry.
  
  
• Waste & Resources Action Programme
  WRAP's mission is to accelerate resource efficiency by creating efficient markets for recycled materials and products, while removing barriers to waste minimisation, re-use and recycling.