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Lessen your carbon footprint for less

Employers can potentially reduce their carbon emissions with the help of various low-cost actions.

UK employers aiming to go green can potentially reduce their carbon emissions with the help of various low-cost actions, it is suggested, which may interest managers who are looking to boost their leadership skills.

According to Dominic Wood, programme coordinator for Groundwork, major improvements in a company's environmental performance do not always have to cost large sums of money.

He stated: "Increased staff awareness, correct waste disposal procedures, regular monitoring and targeting of energy and a good maintenance schedule all have a big role to play in making the footprint that bit smaller."

LED lighting is among the numerous technological measures which could prove useful to some businesses too, the expert added.

Earlier in June, Martin Sandbrook, director of education programmes at the Schumacher Institute, suggested that some of the country's firms may be finding it fairly straightforward to lower their carbon footprint by a figure of ten per cent.

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Survey launched to investigate EHV

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 Zoetis has launched a new survey to identify management techniques for Equine Herpes Virus (EHV).

EHV is a contagious, airborne virus that can cause respiratory problems and severe diseases in horses and ponies. It spreads among horses over short distances, direct contact and through shared equipment.

The survey will explore current knowledge and management practices with EHV in the UK. It is quick to complete and participants could win one of 10 equine first aid kits.

Complete the survey here

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WSAVA launches pet travel guidance factsheet

A new pet travel guidance factsheet for veterinary professionals and caregivers has been developed by the WSAVA in collaboration with the World Veterinary Association.

The Dog and Cat Welfare During Transport factsheet provides step-by-step guidance for all stages of a journey, from pre-travel checklists to post-travel care.

Brachycephalic breeds or animals prone to travel-related anxiety are given special focus in this guide, which also provides links to IATA container regulation and WSAVA vaccination guidelines.