Recycling news: 2023

Global Sustainability Framework survey The BIOPLASTICS-EU project would like to invite you to take part in a survey to explore what impact the current plastic industry may have on sustainability, and what opportunities can be explored in the future. This study contributes to a larger project “BIO-PLASTICS Europe”, led by Professor Walter Leal (Project Coordinator) at HAW Hamburg, [...] European Bioplastics News · 1 Jun 2023 Global We need a clear distinction in the communication about the use of verifiable renewable feedstock and “bio-attributed” feedstocks using mass balance Traditional polymer manufacturing processes heavily rely on fossil fuels as feedstock, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and the depletion of finite resources. The utilisation of biomass in the plastics sector has evolved to offer sustainable alternatives to conventional fossil-based materials. By leveraging biogenic feedstock, the industry can reduce its environmental impact and promote… European Bioplastics News · 1 Jun 2023 Global European Bioeconomy Alliance calls for stronger support of the biobased sectors in the new rules on packaging and packaging waste As part of its membership to the European Bioeconomy Alliance (EUBA), European Bioplastics (EUBP) has actively participated in the draft of a position paper to collectively react to the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), as proposed by the European Commission. While EUBA supports the intentions of the Commission’s PPWR proposal to make all [...] European Bioplastics News · 1 Jun 2023 Global Parliament shows red card to out-of-control fashion industry Today, the European Parliament sent a clear message that the fashion industry needs to transform its harmful practices and respect social rights and the environment. A […] European Environmental Bureau · 1 Jun 2023 Global Updated Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines for the manufacture of paper & board for food contact Download Cepi’s updated good manufacturing practice (GMP) guidelines for the manufacture of paper & board for food contact . CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 1 Jun 2023 Global Press release: Paper sector, a pioneer in food safety, updates its Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines The newly published GMP guidelines aim to support the demand of the market and customers for increased product safety. The document builds on the achievements of a sector which has early on opted for an approach minimising contamination risks and allowing for transparent and independent assessment. In 2010, paper and board producers gathered under Cepi, […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 1 Jun 2023 Industry news ACP minutes detail UK-wide packaging non-compliance Recently published minutes from the last Advisory Committee on Packaging (ACP) meeting held in February have detailed the scale of UK-wide non-compliance in the packaging markets in 2022. The issue of non-compliance has been highlighted in recent years, due to the high prices of some packaging recovery notes (PRNs), with some at record highs. … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 1 Jun 2023 Global Justice over profit: Parliament votes in favour of strong sustainable due diligence law Today, the European Parliament gave the green light to a new law that will force companies to ensure their supply chains meet various environmental and human […] European Environmental Bureau · 1 Jun 2023 Global EUBP Rebranded Logo Unveiled We are pleased to present to you our new fresh logo, which has now been updated across our communication channels. We have reflected the change in our visuals, which now feature the new logo. We invite you to check out our new look and adapt it in your materials and on your webpage. Click [...] European Bioplastics News · 1 Jun 2023 Industry news Adios, Asbestos! How to dispose of asbestos responsibly The post Adios, Asbestos! How to dispose of asbestos responsibly appeared first on Reconomy . Reconomy · 1 Jun 2023 Industry news Call for evidence: Defra near-ban on biodegradable municipal waste to landfill Defra have issued a call for evidence on the near elimination of bio-waste to landfill from 2028 as well as the complete removal of biodegradable waste from the residual waste stream. You can read the full consultation document here. ADBA will be responding and we want to hear from you, particularly around the following questions:… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 1 Jun 2023 Policy & government AAIB Report: Guimbal Cabri G2 (G-CJEK), Fatal accident, 20 June 2022 Fatal accident involving a Guimbal Cabri G2 (G-CJEK) near Burton at Lonsdale, North Yorkshire on 20 June 2022. GOV.UK · 1 Jun 2023 Policy & government AAIB investigation to Guimbal Cabri G2, G-CJEK Helicopter departed controlled flight whilst on approach to land at a private site, near Burton in Lonsdale, North Yorkshire, 20 June 2022. GOV.UK · 1 Jun 2023 Industry news News in brief (01/06/23) With news on: Lambeth to consult on fortnightly waste collections; Aldi partners with Polytag on ‘invisible UV tags’; Norse takes delivery of JCB handlers; and, Powys issues food waste reminder. Lambeth to consult on fortnightly waste collections Lambeth council has launched a consultation on plans to switch from weekly to fortnightly residual waste collections. Through … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 1 Jun 2023 Industry news Grundon renews ties with Valley Fest for Summer of 2023 The post Grundon renews ties with Valley Fest for Summer of 2023 appeared first on Grundon . Grundon Waste Management · 1 Jun 2023 Policy & government Ms A M E Jung v Amnesty International Ltd: 2206526/2021 and 2203151/2022 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 1 Jun 2023 Industry news Packaging waste set to outpace population growth in key regions Packaging for consumer goods is on course to outpace population growth in regions such as the US and Europe as businesses struggle to promote sustainable alternatives while meeting changing consumer demands. edie — Circular Economy tag · 1 Jun 2023 Industry news Pension costs feature in Croydon’s collection contract process Croydon council has agreed to launch a procurement process for a waste and recycling collection contract, which includes street cleaning, in the wake of its decision last year to not continue its contract with Veolia. The south London borough is to look for an external contractor, partly because of fears that bringing the work in … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 1 Jun 2023 Industry news enfinium appoints Non-Executive Director, Peter Emery, to the Board enfinium appoints Non-Executive Director, Peter Emery, to the Board enfinium · 1 Jun 2023 Council news ST ALBANS DISTRICT COUNCIL PLANNING APPLICATION WEEKLY LIST REGISTERED WEEK ENDING 02/06/2023 - St Albans City and District Council St Albans Council · 1 Jun 2023 Industry news Press Statement: CPI Response to BBC Article on Recyclability of Pizza Boxes and Paper Coffee Cups - Confederation of Paper Industries Confederation of Paper Industries · 1 Jun 2023 Policy & government VFUP4000 - Fuel for use in ships, aircraft or hovercraft GOV.UK · 1 Jun 2023 Industry news Alupro to join DRS panel debate at the 2023 Environmental Packaging Summit Tom Giddings, Alupro’s executive director, will share his views on the conditions needed to achieve an ‘aluminium-friendly’ DRS at this year’s Environmental Packaging Summit. Taking place between 13-14 June at the Eastside Rooms in Birmingham, the event will bring together experts from across the packaging supply chain to discuss key industry trends and developments. Organised […] Alupro · 1 Jun 2023 Council news Open Data - Open Data Bristol City of Bristol Council · 1 Jun 2023 Council news Councillor Kirsty L Jones - Ashfield District Council Nottingham Council · 1 Jun 2023 Global Tres países latinoamericanos contribuyeron a bloquear el avance del tratado de plásticos en la segunda reunión de negociación UNESCO, París – El lunes 29 de mayo se retomaron las negociaciones para redactar un tratado global de plásticos, pero en lugar de discutir las soluciones a la crisis de […] GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 1 Jun 2023 Industry news Worshipful Company of Innholders Visits City Harvest The post Worshipful Company of Innholders Visits City Harvest appeared first on City Harvest . City Harvest London · 31 May 2023 Industry news Dulwich College Supports City Harvest The post Dulwich College Supports City Harvest appeared first on City Harvest . City Harvest London · 31 May 2023 Global Chemical Recycling Europe Forum 2023 Come join us in Brussels, the heart of Europe, for the Chemical Recycling Europe Forum 2023. Here is the chance to come together and discuss the opportunities, challenges and latest developments of the present and future of chemical recycling with experts from the industry, the plastics value chain, European and national authorities, academia, NGOs, research […] Chemical Recycling Europe · 31 May 2023 Global Bali Community Tells Danone: Stop Poisoning Us with Toxic Plastic While the Plastics Treaty negotiations are underway in Paris this week, focused on the global pressing issue of toxic health threats from plastic, members of the Angga Swara Neighbourhood in Jimbaran, Bali, Indonesia are calling on the major international food company Danone to stop using their community as a toxic plastic dumping ground. Break Free From Plastic · 31 May 2023 Global Register now for PRESERVE’s webinars! The PRESERVE project “High performance sustainable bio-based packaging with tailored end of life and upcycled secondary use” hit its half-way mark. The EU financed project started in January 2021 and is set to finish in December 2024. PRESERVE has the ambition of substituting 60% of packaging solutions with biobased alternatives. To do so, PRESERVE [...] European Bioplastics News · 31 May 2023 Industry news Why I’m here: four disabled female voices on their place within the environmental movement “People in power will justify exclusion by saying ‘you can't please everyone.’ Never accept that.” Greenpeace UK · 31 May 2023 Global Ecodesign for packaging products is not only technologically feasible, but also economically viable Biobased packaging products can be biodegradable, compostable, and recyclable. 12 EU-funded projects demonstrate how at a recent conference organized by European Bioplastics. In the past few years, several projects funded by the Bio-based Industries Joint Technology Initiative, such as BIOnTop, Usable Packaging, CelluWiz, MANDALA have developed novel alternative solutions to eco-design packagin… European Bioplastics News · 31 May 2023 Industry news ADBA responds to the GGSS Mid-Scheme Review DESNZ launched the Mid-Scheme Review of the Green Gas Support Scheme (GGSS) on 23 March 2023. The consultation ran for eight weeks, to which ADBA responded officially on 18th May. The Review called for stakeholder views on a number of topics, including: A proposed extension to the scheme to March 2026 Proposals for the maintenance of… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 31 May 2023 Global Soil-biodegradable mulch films in the EU Fertilising Products Regulations Mulch films represent the second largest share of plastic films used in crop production in Europe. However, retrieval, recycling, and reuse of conventional plastics pose serious problems. Films made from soil-biodegradable plastics are specifically designed to biodegrade effectively in situ and can therefore be incorporated into the soil post-harvest. At the same time, they [...] European Bioplastics News · 31 May 2023 Global Member Portrait: Avon Products Inc. Natalie Deacon, Head of Sustainability at Avon Products Inc. Every month, we present 5 facts about a member of European Bioplastics. This time, Natalie Deacon, Head of Sustainability at Avon Products Inc., shares some interesting insights on her company. 5 facts about Avon Products Inc. Avon has been doing beauty differently for [...] European Bioplastics News · 31 May 2023 Industry news RECOUP return to RWM 13-14 Sept 2023 The post RECOUP return to RWM 13-14 Sept 2023 appeared first on RECOUP . RECOUP · 31 May 2023 Policy & government Addressing the cost of pilot training Explores solutions to finance as a barrier to entering the pilot profession in the UK. GOV.UK · 31 May 2023 Industry news Milk & More to trial doorstep deliveries of refilled Coca-Cola One of the UK’s biggest milk and grocery doorstep delivery firms is set to offer a refill service for Coca-Cola Zero, in partnership with soft drink bottler Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP). edie — Circular Economy tag · 31 May 2023 Industry news ‘Wishcycling’ guidance sparks consistency questions SPECIAL REPORT: Amid a flurry of national media activity on Wishcycling, what does this mean for upcoming consistency reforms? Joshua Doherty takes a look. A Defra briefing to the national media this week on new guidance on reducing contamination by encouraging residents to limit “wishcycling” has led to more questions than answers on the government’s … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 31 May 2023