Recycling news: 2024

Industry news Dunelm and the Salvation Army to tackle textile waste Homewares retailer Dunelm has partnered with The Salvation Army to launch an online textile takeback scheme, aiming to tackle textile waste. The trial is part of ACT UK – a two-year project led by UK Fashion & Textile Association (UKFT) to support the transition from the manual sorting of clothes and textiles that can’t be … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news A new study reveals that rear-end damage accounts for nearly a third of motor claims According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), just under 30% of claims in 2022 involved rear vehicle damage, such as when reversing, with average repair costs reaching £3,100. ATF Professional · 26 Jul 2024 Policy & government HM Procurator General & Treasury Solicitor Annual Report 2023–24 This is part of a series of departmental publications which presents accounts for 2023–24 and planned expenditure for 2024–25 GOV.UK · 26 Jul 2024 Policy & government Cyprus: arrested abroad Information on the Cypriot legal and prison systems for British prisoners, their family and friends. GOV.UK · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news The campaign to outlaw lying in politics As the Welsh government commits to making lying in politics illegal, could Westminster and other governments follow? Positive News · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news Man fined £2.5k after not clearing illegal waste site A man has been fined for failing to comply with a court order to clear waste from an illegal site in Teesside. Martin Robert Hindmarsh appeared at Teesside Magistrates’ Court on 9 July 2024, where he admitted he was in contempt of court by “failing to comply” with a court order to clear waste from … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 26 Jul 2024 Council news Bid for a property - bury.gov.uk Bury Council · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news How can the building industry close the loop on waste? Global flooring manufacturer Tarkett draws on insights from prominent industry figures to get to the root causes of the UK’s huge waste mountain resulting from the value chain of buildings – and propose innovative reuse and recycling solutions. edie — Circular Economy tag · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news Greenland’s ice sheet vulnerability: Challenges in reversing melting In a study published in The Cryosphere on July 24, scientists have revealed crucial insights into the precarious balance of Greenland's ice sheet, showing why it's easier to melt than to freeze. Open Access Government — Environment · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news Businesses push Defra to get back on track with deforestation law and packaging waste policy Major retailers are urging the UK Government to rapidly instate new legislation to tackle deforestation in commodity supply chains, with Ministers also under pressure to provide businesses clarity on long-delayed packaging sustainability policies. edie — Circular Economy tag · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news Millions of trees could grow faster with a boost from wild fungi The largest tree nursery in North America is helping scale up efforts to inoculate seedlings with native fungi and other soil microbes, a treatment that helps trees grow faster and capture more carbon New Scientist — Environment · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news Veolia fined £3m after man dies while decommissioning gas rig The recycling company Veolia has been fined £3 million by the Health and Safety Executive after a man died and another was seriously injured while decommissioning a North Sea gas rig. Circular Online (CIWM) · 26 Jul 2024 Global ROOM FOR RENEWABLES🌞 What a manic few months! Thanks for sticking with us, following our content, and keeping up to date with the latest environmental news. We’re starting off with some bittersweet news: two of our beloved EEB communications colleagues (and Newsletter comrades), Sarah and Maria Luis, will be leaving us for new pastures. We thank them for the diligent, insightful, and entertaining work they have bro… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news Everything you need to know about disposable vapes As the name suggests, disposable vapes are not meant to last long. When they’re binned the battery can be crushed. This can cause a fire in the bin wagon or at the recycling centres. Recycle for Greater Manchester · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news World Biogas Expo and Summit 2024 review World Biogas Expo and Summit 2024 review The 14th annual trade show hosted by ADBA, latterly in collaboration with the World Biogas Association (WBA), and the co-located World Biogas Summit, took place at the NEC, Birmingham on 10-11 July. With a focus on delivery – #MakingBiogasHappen – the World Biogas Expo 2024 attracted over 3,000… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 26 Jul 2024 Global Eldan Recycling Is Adding on High Tech for even better Recycling Solutions Since 1956, the Danish company has manufactured recycling equipment known for high performance, low production costs and products with high output purity. The systems and machines are developed based on ambient mechanical techniques for size reduction and separation and require no melting or chemical treatment. The modular design enables the customers to expand or upgrade […] Global Recycling · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news Greenpeace launches Arctic expedition to survey marine mammals in area targeted for deep sea mining Scientists and campaigners are heading to the Norwegian Sea with Greenpeace to learn more about whale and dolphin species in an area that's being targeted for destructive deep see mining. Greenpeace UK · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news News in brief | CIWM Commercial Partner Updates July News updates from CIWM’s commercial partners. CRJ Services | CRJ presents a straightforward and effective solution for managing shredder dust. With an innovative, pro-active approach, CRJ Services has looked at a novel dust suppression method when shredding household furniture like sofas. Many sofas contain toxic, carcinogenic Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) which are invisible and harm […… Circular Online (CIWM) · 26 Jul 2024 Global Member portrait: Stora Enso Bitta Nilsson, Business Development Manager at Stora Enso Every month, we present 5 facts about a member of European Bioplastics. This time, Bitta Nilsson, Business Development Manager at Stora Enso, shares some interesting insights on the company. 5 Facts about StoraEnso Part of the global bioeconomy, Stora Enso is a leading provider of [...] European Bioplastics News · 26 Jul 2024 Global Exploring the Future of Bioplastic Recycling: Insights from the PRESERVE Project Event On June 25, 2024, a diverse group of industry leaders, researchers, and policymakers gathered for the event, "Bioplastic Recycling: Challenges, Gaps, and Future Opportunities." Hosted by the PRESERVE project and organised by Crowdhelix, this event shone a spotlight on the promising potential of bioplastic recycling and the pathways to overcoming its challenges. Recognising the [...] European Bioplastics News · 26 Jul 2024 Global MoeBIOS kicking off at ITENE: Improving waste management of biobased plastics and the upcycling in packaging, textile, and agriculture sectors Did you know that global bioplastics production capacity is expected to increase from 2.18 million tonnes in 2023 to 7.43 million tonnes in 2028? MoeBIOS aims to transform this challenge into an opportunity. MoeBIOS is the new project funded by the Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) (grant number 101157652) and coordinated by [...] European Bioplastics News · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news Biodegradable microplastics may actually be worse for soil and plants Biodegradable plastic that gets broken down into microplastics may decrease soil nitrogen levels more than conventional ones, which stunts plant growth New Scientist — Environment · 26 Jul 2024 Council news Planning policy - Blackpool Council Blackpool Council · 26 Jul 2024 Council news www.southnorfolkandbroadland.gov.uk Simon Pepper Senior Project Manager, National Grid. By email: simon.pepper@nationalgrid.com - southnorfolkandbroadland.gov.uk Broadland Council · 26 Jul 2024 Policy & government Office for Environmental Protection Corporate Plan 2024/25 to 2025/26 - Office for Environmental Protection (OEP) Office for Environmental Protection · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news New Co-op store served-up today between Bamber Bridge and Walton Le Dale - Co-operative Group Co-op media newsroom · 26 Jul 2024 Council news Press Releases - public.tameside.gov.uk Tameside Council · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news What went right this week: how AI might save your life, plus more Trees offered a ‘climate surprise’, AI boosted cancer detection rates, and a bird fluttered back from the brink, plus more Positive News · 26 Jul 2024 Global Zero Waste Cities Network Launches Philippine Chapter, Empowering Local Leaders to Tackle Waste Crisis July 23, 2024 – In a groundbreaking move, the Zero Waste Cities Network (ZWCN) has formally launched its Philippine chapter, uniting local government officials and zero waste advocates in a […] GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 26 Jul 2024 Policy & government Young aviators encouraged to Reach for the Sky in skills and outreach programme Giving young people from under-represented groups the opportunity to pursue a career in aviation. GOV.UK · 25 Jul 2024 Policy & government Cost of living update An update on what the CMA is doing to ensure that people can get the best possible prices and choices, in the face of cost of living pressures. GOV.UK · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news Cleanup Hillfields - CleanupUK CleanupUK · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news Deposit Return Scheme and Digital Deposit Return Scheme Digital Deposit Return Schemes (DDRS) revolutionize recycling by integrating advanced technology, making it more efficient and convenient for consumers and businesses. This blog explores how DDRS works, its benefits, real-world success stories, and the future of waste management. Embrace the digital transformation for a sustainable and greener future. Polytag news · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news Blog: Delivering BECCS is a critical part to making Britain a clean energy superpower REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 25 Jul 2024 Council news Browse meetings: Council - Merton Council Merton Council · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news ADBA submits comprehensive response to NPT and Cross-Border CO2 Networks call for evidence ADBA submits comprehensive response to NPT and Cross-Border CO2 Networks call for evidence On 16 July, ADBA submitted a comprehensive response to the DESNZ’s call for evidence for Non-Pipeline Transport (NPT) and Cross-Border CO2 Networks. As the leading trade association for the AD industry, ADBA provided insights into the future of Carbon Capture and Storage… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news Mary Creagh appointed minister resposible for circular economy View on LinkedIn This is great news for our industry, Mary Creagh who was the former chair of the Environmental Audit Committee when they published their report into Fixing Fashion. This particular parliamentary committee report is the most downloaded report ever and was seen as absolutely seminal across the clothing and textile supply chain. Also, [...] Read More... from Mary Creagh appointed … Textile Recycling Association · 25 Jul 2024 Policy & government Government Legal Department Annual Report and Accounts 2023–24 Government Legal Department Annual Report and Accounts 2023–24 for the year ended 31 March 2024 GOV.UK · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news The UK Food Crisis: what is it + how can we solve it? Following the launch of City Harvest's 2024 People Report, Professor Tim Laing comments on the food crisis we are in and how we can solve it. City Harvest London · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news End of an Era: Derby’s Iconic Albert Looms Scrapyard Crushes Final Car After 104 Years in Business The last car has been removed from a Derby scrapyard with a 104-year history and crushed according to a report at bbc.co.uk. ATF Professional · 25 Jul 2024