Recycling news: 2023

Industry news Calling all operators: Queens University project on methane emissions requests volunteers Queens University Belfast is calling for AD operators to take part in an anonymous project quantifying methane emissions from biogas plants in Europe. Ran by Ms Maria Olczak, the study aims to identify and quantify methane emissions at selected biogas plants in Europe through a series of on-site measurements. The study results will be published… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 25 May 2023 Policy & government Remains of World War 1 airman finally identified More than a century after the end of World War 1, an unmarked headstone of a Commonwealth war grave finally carries the name of the young airman who rests there. GOV.UK · 25 May 2023 Industry news Ofgem pledges action on network connectivity delays Last week, Ofgem published an open letter in which it carved out the organisation’s objectives to reduce the average connection dates to the electricity grid. The pledge came as Jonathan Brearly opened Utility Week in Birmingham on 16th May, in which he recognised the critical role Ofgem will play in facilitating the transition to net… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 25 May 2023 Industry news Reconomy ‘enhances position’ with UK Waste Solutions deal Telford-based outsourcing business Reconomy Group announced today (25 May) that it had acquired the independent waste broker UK Waste Solutions. Reconomy said the deal further enhances its position as the “largest and fastest growing outsourced resource management solution in the UK”. In its last published results, to March 2022, UK Waste Solutions – which is … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 25 May 2023 Policy & government UK armed forces equal pay audit 2020 to 2021 A report of the findings of the equal pay audit for the UK armed forces. GOV.UK · 25 May 2023 Policy & government Workers’ rights wins for parents and carers Parents and carers to be given new protections at work, covering leave entitlement and redundancy rules GOV.UK · 25 May 2023 Industry news Four New Members Appointed to NBF Council Following its AGM on Thursday 18th May 2023, the National Bed Federation (NBF) has appointed four new members to its Council, with the resignation of four. Stepping down were Past Presidents Tony Lisanti, CEO of Airsprung Group plc; David Moffitt, CEO of Kaymed; and Ebrahim Patel, MD of Vogue Beds; along with Greg Winston, from […] National Bed Federation · 25 May 2023 Industry news Renewi posts ‘successful’ results despite UK pressure Waste and recycling firm Renewi, which has UK local authority contracts but operates mainly in the Netherlands and Belgium, today (25 May) reported annual results described as showing “another successful year”. The results referenced Renewi’s integration last year of Brosen the owner of The Furniture Recycling Group in the UK which adds to its Dutch … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 25 May 2023 Policy & government Regulatory Article (RA) 1202: cyber security for airworthiness and air safety RA covering Cyber Security for Airworthiness measures required to identify and mitigate against inadvertent or malicious introduction of cyber susceptibilities. GOV.UK · 25 May 2023 Policy & government Regulatory Article (RA) 4009: aviation engineering orders and local procedures RA detailing the requirement for maintenance organizations to promulgate aviation engineering orders. GOV.UK · 25 May 2023 Policy & government Regulatory Article (RA) 4051: airborne checks RA requiring orders and procedures to be issued to control the use of airborne checks. GOV.UK · 25 May 2023 Policy & government Regulatory Article (RA) 4053: royal flights and flights for nominated very important persons RA covering the continuing airworthiness requirements for flights with members of the Royal Family or other VIP's onboard. GOV.UK · 25 May 2023 Policy & government Regulatory Article (RA) 4054: ground handling operations RA requiring orders and procedures to be issued to to minimize the safety risk during ground operations, other than taxing. GOV.UK · 25 May 2023 Policy & government Regulatory Article (RA) 4103: removal of body fluid contamination from aircraft RA requiring orders and procedures to be issued to manage the decontamination of aircraft after spillage of body fluids. GOV.UK · 25 May 2023 Policy & government Regulatory Article (RA) 4213: control of air system components used in ground test facilities RA requiring orders and procedures to be issued to control air system components used in ground test facilities. GOV.UK · 25 May 2023 Policy & government Regulatory Article (RA) 4253: loose article recovery RA requiring orders and procedures to be issued to manage the recovery of loose articles on aircraft. GOV.UK · 25 May 2023 Policy & government Regulatory Article (RA) 4510: ground running of aero-engines and auxiliary power units RA requiring orders and procedures to be issued to manage the ground running of aero-engines and auxiliary power units. GOV.UK · 25 May 2023 Policy & government Regulatory Article (RA) 4600: aircraft assisted escape systems – safety and maintenance RA requiring orders and procedures to be issued to manage the maintenance and storage of aircraft assisted escape systems. GOV.UK · 25 May 2023 Policy & government Regulatory Article (RA) 4657: weapon loading and armed aircraft maintenance RA requiring orders and procedures to be issued to manage the Maintenance of armed aircraft. GOV.UK · 25 May 2023 Policy & government Regulatory Article (RA) 5220: special flying instructions and restrictions on flying RA withdrawn – function fulfilled by RA 1300. GOV.UK · 25 May 2023 Policy & government Regulatory Article (RA) 5602: propulsion systems part lifing, critical and common pool parts RA covering the procedures applicable to engine critical parts identified in accordance with Def Stan 00-970 Part 11. GOV.UK · 25 May 2023 Policy & government 5000 series: type airworthiness engineering regulations (TAE) Individual Regulatory Articles (RA) relating to the 5000 series. GOV.UK · 25 May 2023 Global A global treaty to end plastic pollution and accelerate circularity CEFLEX is seeking harmonised and mandatory design criteria and sustainably funded systems for collection, sorting and recycling of plastic packaging that include flexibles from the outset. CEFLEX (Circular Economy for Flexible Packaging) · 25 May 2023 Global UN Global Treaty to End Plastic Pollution: INC-2 Recommendations for negotiators The Circular Economy for Flexible Packaging (CEFLEX) delegation is bringing its technical expertise in flexible packaging and material circularity to help inform the negotiations and accelerate the global transition to a circular economy. CEFLEX (Circular Economy for Flexible Packaging) · 25 May 2023 Global Can flexible packaging go circular worldwide? Flexible packaging is recyclable and recycled using mechanical infrastructure used commonly and at scale around the world. Better design and infrastructure are providing a blueprint for new circular businesses, supporting entrepreneurs and helping local communities earn new income CEFLEX (Circular Economy for Flexible Packaging) · 25 May 2023 Policy & government Mr D Downer v London Borough of Lewisham: 2300331/2019 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 25 May 2023 Industry news Banana fibre fabric and houses made of rice: The circular innovations of May 2023 As part of edie’s Circular Economy Week, edie and our innovation partner Springwise have rounded up some of the best breakthrough technologies and closed-loop solutions that could help drive the transition to a zero-waste world. edie — Circular Economy tag · 25 May 2023 Industry news Brands must put collaboration first to build a truly circular economy As one of the world’s largest global food and beverage companies, PepsiCo has a critical role to play in driving the transition towards a circular economy, as the company’s senior vice president supply chain Paul Campbell explains. edie — Circular Economy tag · 25 May 2023 Industry news News in brief (25/05/2023) With news on: Restructure at S Norton Group; TrueCircle undergoes rebrand; Ward announces new appointments; RECOUP in marine plastic call; and, Reconomy facilitates donation of furniture. Restructure set to help S Norton Group grow Merseyside-headquartered metal recycler S Norton Group has revealed a ‘vision for growth’ following a restructure of the Group and the appointment … Read More The po… letsrecycle.com News · 25 May 2023 Global Half of EU countries have no mandatory energy-saving measures in place for next winter, new analysis shows Most measures adopted by EU states to save gas and electricity are voluntary and only targeted at public buildings, a new analysis reveals. Governments refraining from […] European Environmental Bureau · 25 May 2023 Industry news Geminor claims ‘UK first’ mobile baling unit system The UK’s largest refuse derived fuel (RDF) exporter, Geminor, has claimed to have established a “UK-first” system in which mobile baling units are sent to waste producers at short notice to facilitate better export. The Norwegian company said the mobile balers can be sent to producers who would normally send waste to energy from waste … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 25 May 2023 Industry news edie launches updated business guide on the circular economy Organisations looking to accelerate the transition to a circular economy now have access to a comprehensive 'edie explains' guide which breaks down everything there is to know about achieving a zero-waste world. edie — Circular Economy tag · 25 May 2023 Policy & government Mr P Quanborough v Lidl Great Britain Ltd: 3305799/2022 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 25 May 2023 Industry news Why is the UK’s Deposit Return Scheme causing so much drama? In late 2018, the UK Government pledged to introduce a Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) to boost drinks packaging recycling rates. More than four years later, governments, green groups and retailers are still rowing over the right scheme timeline. edie — Circular Economy tag · 25 May 2023 Council news EXETER CITY COUNCIL Planning Committee - Exeter City Council Exeter Council · 25 May 2023 Industry news Plastic Free Awards – Celebrating Environmental Champions from around the UK - Surfers Against Sewage Surfers Against Sewage · 25 May 2023 Policy & government National Light Pollution Guidelines for Wildlife - DCCEEW Australian DCCEEW · 25 May 2023 Global Collectors, sorters and recyclers elect a new CEFLEX Steering Committee representative Key part of the value chain selects Mike Baxter, External Affairs Director, Berry Global to support ‘Mission Circular’ vision for flexible packaging CEFLEX (Circular Economy for Flexible Packaging) · 25 May 2023 Global Under the Portuguese sun: why Zero Waste Europe’s Network-Wide Gathering was a big deal for Portugal and for Guimarães Zero Waste Europe (ZWE)’s Network-Wide Gathering was celebrated this year in Guimarães, a quiet and green little town in the north of Portugal, with just over 150.000 inhabitants spread over a diverse territory, from a beautiful historical city centre to the more rural parishes. This gathering is ZWE’s yearly event with its network of members […] Zero Waste Europe · 25 May 2023 Council news Hackney carriage (taxi) and private hire licensing - Chichester District Council Chichester Council · 24 May 2023