FIRST ANNIVERSARY OF MICHELIN WIND TURBINES

In May 2006 the year-long process of installing the two wind turbines, that are now part of the local landscape, began. The aim was to reduce the operating costs of making tyres through the use of renewable energy, whilst minimising the impact on the local community. Following the first full year of operation the project has achieved all of its aims. The power generation has met all targets and any impact on the local area has been addressed and minimised.

Respect for the environment is a key Michelin priority with a public commitment to a 20% reduction in impact from 2005 to 2011. The site at Dundee is already considered as a good performer internally by Michelin and by SEPA with rapid progress being achieved. Last year alone the site made a 9% improvement. 

Michelin measures its environmental footprint improvements in the following areas: energy and water consumption; emissions to air; waste - quantity and disposal to landfill.

This year the site’s main objective is a zero landfill target. Every waste stream on the site will be put to another use. A large contribution towards this objective was achieved at the start of April when a contract was agreed with the neighbouring Dundee City Council incinerator, which converts waste into energy. Michelin believes it is important to have strong links with the local community and this is another example of the mutual benefits that can be achieved.

The factory has also made considerable investment to enable a reduction in emissions from the tyre making process. A 2007 SEPA study confirmed the air quality around the Michelin Site as good.

For the future, the Company will be investigating other potential sources of renewable energy, how it can minimise water usage and other energy efficiency measures.

DETERMINED TO MAKE A SUCCESS OF  'DETERMINED TO SUCCEED'

The Scottish Government is committed to developing the skills of our young people through its ‘Determined to Succeed’ programme. It is designed to increase young peoples’ awareness of business and enterprise.

Dundee & Angus Chamber of Commerce is commitment to supporting the success of ‘Determined to Succeed’ by working with Dundee City Council’s Education Department to promote greater business engagement with local schools.

Staff from the Council’s Education Department will give a short presentation on ‘Determined to Succeed’ during the Chamber’s New Members’ Evening on 26^th June 2008.

BUSINESS SUPPORT FOR TERRITORIAL ARMY MORE IMPORTANT THEN EVER

Since the Territorial Army was set up 100 years ago, the role of the Volunteer Reserve Forces has become increasingly fundamental to our defence capability.  Nowadays, as Reservists serve in operations around the world, the backing of their employers is ever more vital.   SaBRE exists to support employers and they can provide you with all the information that you need to understand the many benefits of employing a Reservist.  Extensive financial support is available to you to mitigate the cost to your business. 

For more information, contact SaBRE on 01382 631 025 or on hi-empspasst@hi.rfca.mod.uk

SUPPORTING CARERS

The Moving On Project is being delivered by Dundee Voluntary Action (DVA).  It will support careers in the community and offer a valuable new source of workers for local employers. The Moving On Project can offer assistance to businesses.   As an initial step it would be of considerable value to the Project if you could complete and return the attached questionnaire to the DVA.

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