Recycling news: 2023

Industry news Viridor completes £90m Quantafuel acquisition Viridor has today (15 May) successfully become a majority shareholder in Quantafuel AS for £90 million. Viridor announced that it had bid for Quantafuel in February, in a move which it said reflects its support for chemical recycling (see letsrecycle.com story). Quantafuel at the time held a 40% stake in Geminor, which was sold back to … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 15 May 2023 Industry news Meet rugby lad Lewys, May’s Skip Hunk Howdy! Tell us a bit about yourself and who pays your wages.Hi, Lewys Morgan, AKA Bryn. I’m 22-years-old and work for Caerphilly Skip Hire in South Wales where I drive the Doosan rubber duck. How long have you worked at Caerphilly Skip Hire, and what do you do day-to-day?I have worked here for five years.... Skip & Waste Magazine · 15 May 2023 Industry news North Somerset to trial bins with four compartments North Somerset council has today (15 May) launched what it described as a “UK first” trial where some households will receive a larger bin with four compartments to be collected by a specialist vehicle. The bins in a “selected sample” of households will have a compartment for residual waste and three separate compartments within the … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 15 May 2023 Industry news Meet extreme adventurous, Abbie, May’s Skip Chick Hi. Please tell the readers your name and age.Abbie Hunter and absolutely not! Oops! Apologies. Where do you work, how long have you worked there, and what do you do day-to-day?I work at Aspire Civil Engineering Supplies Ltd as a Sales and Waste Management Exec! Well, it feels like I’ve been here since the dawn... Skip & Waste Magazine · 15 May 2023 Industry news COOMBES Group expands capabilities with new SENNEBOGEN machine and Xwatch Safety System COOMBES, a leading provider of forestry and rail services, has recently acquired a new SENNEBOGEN 728e machine to enhance its operations. The company, known for its commitment to safety, has also partnered with Xwatch Safety Solutions to install its advanced safety system on the new machine in the coming weeks. Last week, COOMBES welcomed the... Skip & Waste Magazine · 15 May 2023 Industry news Estimating the age of microplastics in the upper ocean By estimating the age of microplastics in the ocean, researchers are finding a difference between the degradation of offshore and nearshore microplastics. Open Access Government — Environment · 15 May 2023 Industry news RWM to form part of Environmental Services & Solutions Expo ROAR B2B has today announced the launch of the Environmental Services & Solutions Expo (ESS), which will bring three established events in the environmental sector under one roof. The ESS Expo will take place on 13-14 September 2023 at Birmingham’s NEC and will bring together the RWM & Letsrecycle Live show alongside Contamination & … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 15 May 2023 Industry news N+P ‘actively seeking’ waste for aviation fuel deal The N+P Group has unveiled a partnership with the Saudi company Alfanar to source and process 1 million tonnes of waste per year to be used to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Alfanar has received government funding for its SAF plant in Teeside called ‘Lighthouse Green Fuels’. The company says that when operational in 2028, … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 15 May 2023 Industry news Four mind-blowing ways we waste water every day The post Four mind-blowing ways we waste water every day appeared first on Grundon . Grundon Waste Management · 15 May 2023 Industry news Experts unveil ideas to tackle waste from Cat A lighting A number of experts from across the supply chain are set to unveil their ideas for tackling waste from Cat […] Recolight · 15 May 2023 Global RWM Launches National Environmental Services Survey RWM announces a landmark moment in environmental services with the launch of the National Environmental Services Survey. The Survey, a key highlight of the Expo, signifies an ambitious effort to understand and address the most pressing environmental concerns at a national scale. The survey’s findings will guide the conversation at RWM and the wider ESS […] Global Recycling · 15 May 2023 Policy & government PM welcomes President Zelenskyy to the UK ahead of anticipated Ukrainian military surge President Zelenskyy has arrived in the UK this morning for discussions with the Prime Minister on Ukraine’s ongoing military resistance to Putin’s brutal invasion. GOV.UK · 15 May 2023 Policy & government Sustainable kerbside services - Green Industries SA Green Industries SA · 15 May 2023 Global The role of Mixed Waste Sorting towards improved circularity of resources “Nothing left behind”. The title of the study authored by Equanimator and just published by ZWE nicely depicts the role that Mixed Wase Sorting (MWS) may play from now on. For at ZWE, we do give importance to all the highest levels of the hierarchy, including reduction, reuse, DRS, separate collection, recycling and composting – including […] Zero Waste Europe · 15 May 2023 Policy & government Sustainable kerbside services guide and toolkit launched - Green Industries SA Green Industries SA · 15 May 2023 Industry news LIDL GB CALLS ON OTHER SUPERMARKETS TO MAKE FRUIT & VEG MORE APPEALING TO KIDS - Lidl Lidl GB media centre · 15 May 2023 Global Innovation Update for Recycling Applications Doosan Infracore Europe, a global industry leader in engineering and manufacturing compact and heavy construction equipment, has launched a new Waste and Recycling Kit for the company’s DL-7 range of wheel loaders. As reported, it is the first kit of its type for Doosan wheel loaders and is designed to help operators work safely in […] Global Recycling · 15 May 2023 Council news Councillor Mark Turner MBE. - Arun District Council Arun Council · 15 May 2023 Global IPSOS 2023 survey on beverage deposit system – Reloop France Survey conducted by Reloop France showed that the French strongly support the implementation of a deposit return scheme for beverage containers. Reloop Platform · 15 May 2023 Policy & government UK to launch talks with Switzerland on new trade deal UK Business and Trade Secretary, Kemi Badenoch, launches negotiations for a modern, updated free trade agreement with Switzerland. GOV.UK · 14 May 2023 Council news You searched for caerphilly castlecastle - Caerphilly County Borough Council Caerphilly Council · 14 May 2023 Industry news Questions for Shell over Iran links The post Questions for Shell over Iran links appeared first on Unearthed . Unearthed (Greenpeace UK) · 14 May 2023 Council news Councillor Stuart Gourley - West Berkshire Council West Berkshire Council · 14 May 2023 Global Eriez’ Shred1 Achieves Ultra-High Purity Steel From Scrap At present, vehicles are tightly regulated to limit environmental impact when they are scrapped. This is done through various measures to encourage the recovery, reuse and recycling of metals, plastics and rubber to reduce the amount of waste created. However, beyond the considerations of environmental impact lies huge value for recyclers with the right tools […] Global Recycling · 14 May 2023 Policy & government New Every Mind Matters campaign encourages public to get physical Celebrities and medical experts including comedian Tom Davis, Dr Ranj Singh and Dr Linda Papadopoulos support new government campaign to boost mental health. GOV.UK · 13 May 2023 Global Finland: Kuusakoski to Expand the Processing Capacity for Non-Ferrous Metals Finnish recycling company Kuusakoski will invest 25 million Euro in a major new production line that is being built at the company’s recycling plant in Heinola. The aim is to increase the recycling efficiency and the processing capacity for non-ferrous metals, including aluminum. As underlined by the company, the demand for recycled raw materials is […] Global Recycling · 13 May 2023 Policy & government UK and Overseas Territories Joint Ministerial Council 2023: communiqué The Foreign Secretary joined elected leaders and representatives of the UK Overseas Territories for the tenth Joint Ministerial Council. GOV.UK · 12 May 2023 Industry news Burnley Council consolidates fleet and driver monitoring in one system Burnley Council has equipped its entire Refuse Collection Vehicle (RCV) and sweeper fleet, comprising 17 vehicles, with live camera systems and has switched to a web-based software system to track, monitor and scrutinise vehicles and drivers. Tom Ormerod, Contract Manager, Streetscene, Burnley Council, said: “We had previously used a different supplier for some camera systems... Skip & Waste Magazine · 12 May 2023 Policy & government Celebrating the coronation of His Majesty King Charles in Guatemala The British Ambassador to Guatemala, Nick Whittingham, hosted a celebration of the Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla on 11 May. GOV.UK · 12 May 2023 Industry news Warning that POPs changes could see RDF gate fees rise The Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF) Industry Group has warned that Defra’s proposed changes to the persistent organic pollutants (POPs) regulations could see gate fees increase. In a letter addressed to Defra this week, the group highlighted that the regulation of POPs and the concentration limits proposed in the consultation will significantly affect the RDF supply … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 12 May 2023 Industry news EU warned over green finance taxonomy ‘loopholes’ on transport and plastics MEPs are calling for stronger green finance taxonomy rules for the maritime and aviation sector, and the European Commission is also under pressure to tighten taxonomy requirements on packaging. edie — Circular Economy tag · 12 May 2023 Policy & government Community Pharmacy Contractual Framework: 2019 to 2024 A 5-year deal setting out how community pharmacy will support delivery of the NHS Long Term Plan. GOV.UK · 12 May 2023 Policy & government Second stage of major Norfolk flood defence project completed A £42.9 million project to better protect over 2,100 homes in a Norfolk town from flooding has been completed. GOV.UK · 12 May 2023 Industry news Ceremony reveals winners of 2023 Awards for Excellence The 2023 Awards for Excellence in Recycling and Waste Management celebrated its 20th year in style yesterday (11 May), with a range of companies, local authorities and individuals all recognised. The 20th anniversary edition of the awards were hosted by television presenter Mark Durden-Smith, at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House Hotel, London. European Metals Recycling … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 12 May 2023 Policy & government 491 new bedspaces for soldiers Soldiers at five Army barracks are set to benefit from new single living accommodation under a £1.2bn programme to modernise and improve the Army estate. GOV.UK · 12 May 2023 Global Winners of the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2023 Announced in Amsterdam The winners of the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2023 were announced at the Plastics Recycling Show Europe in Amsterdam. The seven category winners exemplify the advances in the circular use of plastics in today’s products, as well as the recycling innovation and technology that are enabling this progress. They are: Automotive, Electrical & Electronic Product: […] Global Recycling · 12 May 2023 Industry news Minutes, MPE Environment Working Group, 8 March 2023 The post Minutes, MPE Environment Working Group, 8 March 2023 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 12 May 2023 Industry news Minutes Food Packaging Value Chain Alliance meeting , 23 February 2023 The post Minutes Food Packaging Value Chain Alliance meeting , 23 February 2023 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 12 May 2023 Industry news Presentation – Food Packaging Value Chain Alliance meeting with FSA, 23 February 2023 The post Presentation – Food Packaging Value Chain Alliance meeting with FSA, 23 February 2023 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 12 May 2023 Industry news MPMA Consultation Response : CCA Extension to March 2027 & any future scheme, May 2023 The post MPMA Consultation Response : CCA Extension to March 2027 & any future scheme, May 2023 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 12 May 2023