Recycling news: 2024

Global Transforming cities with the ERIC project: Paving the way to zero waste At Zero Waste Europe, our aim is to accelerate the adoption of zero waste solutions, right at the grassroots level, where cities and businesses collaborate with their communities. Of course, this cannot be driven solely by a team from Brussels. This work is made possible only through the actions and knowledge of ZWE members. […] Zero Waste Europe · 5 Jun 2024 Industry news Green jobs for a greener future on World Environment Day Today, World Environment Day (5th June 2024), a critical challenge stands in the way of achieving the UK’s ambitious environmental goals – the green skills gap. This shortage of skilled professionals among the younger generations across sectors like renewable energy, waste management, water, contamination and sustainable construction, is a significant barrier to further progress. The … Read Mor… letsrecycle.com News · 5 Jun 2024 Policy & government Mr J Richards v Chief Constable of North Wales Police: 1600094/2021 and 1600490/2022 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 5 Jun 2024 Council news Carers ID Card and Carers Emergency Card - Carmarthenshire County Council Carmarthenshire Council · 5 Jun 2024 Industry news New tech that turns CO2 into valuable chemicals, offers hope for sustainable manufacturing The recent spike in food prices is not just a burden on grocery bills; it's also impacting the sugars used in biomanufacturing. Open Access Government — Environment · 5 Jun 2024 Industry news New reusable sharps container service points to major NHS carbon savings The post New reusable sharps container service points to major NHS carbon savings appeared first on Grundon . Grundon Waste Management · 5 Jun 2024 Council news Personal licences - Elmbridge Borough Council Elmbridge Council · 5 Jun 2024 Global THE TIME IS NOW⏰ The EU elections are upon us! In the coming days, multiple EU countries will light up with demonstrations of support for using your vote to protect the environment, our health and our future. Are you in Brussels? Join us tomorrow! On the road to 6-9 June, one (tricky) word keeps popping up: competitiveness. Yet a competitive economy is not at odds with climate or environmental action. Quite the… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 5 Jun 2024 Industry news Green jobs: paving the way to a sustainable future Today, as we celebrate World Environment Day (5th June), it’s important to recognise the critical challenge of the green skills gap hindering the UK’s ambitious environmental goals. Addressing the shortage of skilled professionals among younger generations in sectors such as renewable energy, waste management, water, contamination and sustainable construction is essential for further progress. … Skip & Waste Magazine · 5 Jun 2024 Industry news Fishing net recyclers given 126k worth of funding Fishy Filaments, a Cornish company that recycles fishing nets, is the latest business to receive a loan from British Business Bank’s South West Investment Fund. The £126,000 loan from SWIG Finance is helping the company to invest in equipment and marketing to help accelerate its growth. Covering the entire South West region, the £200m investment … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 5 Jun 2024 Industry news Net zero re-baselining completed following Bermondsey purchase The post Net zero re-baselining completed following Bermondsey purchase appeared first on Powerday . Powerday · 5 Jun 2024 Industry news Asset management has a unique power to act on climate change This post is by Miranda Beacham, a member of The Society of Pension Professionals and head of UK responsible investment at Aegon Asset Management. Many look to governments to act on climate change but, to combat this crisis, significant effort is needed from everyone. As […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 5 Jun 2024 Industry news ALDI NAMED WHICH? CHEAPEST SUPERMARKET FIVE MONTHS IN A ROW Aldi has secured its title as the UK’s cheapest supermarket for the fifth consecutive month this year, according to leading consumer group Which?. The title solidifies the leading supermarket’s reputation as the go-to destination for budget-savvy shoppers looking for products of the highest quality at the very lowest prices. Consumer group Which? conducted its monthly Cheapest Supermarket price… Aldi UK Press Centre · 5 Jun 2024 Industry news BioteCH4 Lincolnshire AD plant gets seal of approval BioteCH4, a Lincolnshire-based food waste recycling operator, is to build a second anaerobic digestion (AD) plant in the region, with an aim of increasing the capacity to turn unavoidable food waste into green energy and biofertiliser. The application for a new plant at the Hemswell Cliff Site near Gainsborough was approved Lincolnshire county council’s planning … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 5 Jun 2024 Industry news How to supercharge climate action? Get schools involved Schools are an untapped resource for slashing the UK’s emissions, reckon those behind a fun new climate event Positive News · 5 Jun 2024 Industry news Plastic Plant Pots –Give Them a Break! The post Plastic Plant Pots –Give Them a Break! appeared first on RECOUP . RECOUP · 5 Jun 2024 Industry news LDPE Film Recycling Plant - Loughborough - Jayplas Jayplas · 5 Jun 2024 Global Philippine CSOs Criticize Corporate Influence and Technofixes At ACEF 2024 Manila, 3 June 2024 – The Asia Clean Energy Forum (ACEF) 2024 hosted by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) is underway amid escalating climate challenges and economic pressures across low- […] GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 4 Jun 2024 Policy & government (STAY GRANTED) Decision for Travel Express Ltd (PD1140735) & Transport Managers: Mr Kishan Chumber & Nirmal Johal The Traffic Commissioner for the West Midlands' written decision for Travel Express Ltd (PD1140735) & Transport Managers: Mr Kishan Chumber & Nirmal Johal GOV.UK · 4 Jun 2024 Council news Taxis - Stroud District Council Stroud Council · 4 Jun 2024 Industry news Global Recycling League Table - Phase One Report - Eunomia Environmental Research & Consulting Eunomia Research & Consulting · 4 Jun 2024 Policy & government Product Recall: Flying Tiger Play Sword - Legesvaerd (2405-0118) Product Recall for Flying Tiger Play Sword - Legesvaerd presenting a serious risk of choking and injuries. GOV.UK · 4 Jun 2024 Policy & government Product Recall: Steelcase flex Mobile Power, Model A1705 (2403-0063) Product Recall for Steelcase flex Mobile Power, Model A1705 presenting a risk of overheating. GOV.UK · 4 Jun 2024 Industry news Asda expands food redistribution efforts Asda has expanded its ‘back of store’ food donation scheme through a new partnership with food redistribution charity FareShare and local food-sharing app Olio, in a bid to reduce food waste. edie — Circular Economy tag · 4 Jun 2024 Industry news Putin vs Greenpeace: the story of the Arctic 30, and why it still matters today A new BBC documentary tells the story of Greenpeace activists whose arrest sparked a global outcry. As the threats to our planet grow, their story of courage and unity matters more than ever. Greenpeace UK · 4 Jun 2024 Council news Search for a Planning Application - Carmarthenshire County Council Carmarthenshire Council · 4 Jun 2024 Industry news Sortera launches in the UK The Swedish-owned company officially arrives in the UK, following its acquisition of GBN Services & O’Donovan Waste Management Sortera officially launched in the UK yesterday (3rd June), as GBN Services and O’Donovan’s Waste Management formally merged following Sortera’s acquisition of the two London-based companies last year. The merger sees Sortera assume responsibility for six existing... Th… Skip & Waste Magazine · 4 Jun 2024 Industry news Grundon partners with Bristol Zoo The Bristol Zoological Society has announced its partnership with Grundon as the waste management provider for its new conservation zoo, set to be developed on the northern fringe of the city near Cribbs Causeway. This collaboration comes as the Society anticipates a “substantial increase in visitor numbers in the coming years”. Jonathan Timney, director of … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 4 Jun 2024 Council news Carmarthenshire Tourism Ambassador - Carmarthenshire County Council Carmarthenshire Council · 4 Jun 2024 Council news Food waste - Carmarthenshire County Council Carmarthenshire Council · 4 Jun 2024 Council news Canolfan Eto - Carmarthenshire County Council Carmarthenshire Council · 4 Jun 2024 Council news Fly tipping - Bromsgrove District Council Bromsgrove Council · 4 Jun 2024 Industry news ALDI LAUNCHES BACON FLAVOURED BUBBLES PERFECT FOR POOCHES Shoppers can take pet playtime to the next level this summer with Aldi’s new Scented Dog Bubbles. In stores from 13th June for just £1.49, the bubbles are brand-new to the supermarket and are available in three different flavours to suit every pups’ craving. But as with all Specialbuys, pet parents better be quick if […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 4 Jun 2024 Global Heat pumps: the missing piece of the puzzle The European Union is lining up all the possible solutions to respond to the increasing demand for alternative and reliable... ESWET (European Suppliers of Waste-to-Energy Technology) · 4 Jun 2024 Policy & government Anham Hussain (t/a Silver Travel): [2024] UKUT 148 (AAC) Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge Mitchell on 24 May 2024. GOV.UK · 4 Jun 2024 Industry news Could Labour build us out of the climate crisis? This post is by Paul Brannen of Timber Development UK and former MEP. The law of unintended consequences is always lying in wait for the unsuspecting politician. For instance, will Labour’s worthy commitment to build 1.5 million homes end up exacerbating climate breakdown? Let’s begin […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 4 Jun 2024 Industry news Effective public warning systems: Saving lives and mitigating disaster amid a changing climate Efficient public warning systems save lives. Their efficacy has been highlighted in recent events across the world and is proven to be the difference between swift evacuations or fatal outcomes in the face of disasters. Open Access Government — Environment · 4 Jun 2024 Council news Bilingual Education - Carmarthenshire County Council Carmarthenshire Council · 4 Jun 2024 Industry news Making an exhibition of yourself: the gallery where anyone can add to the walls Edinburgh Printmakers are urging anyone to add or move artworks around in a continuously evolving exhibition Positive News · 4 Jun 2024 Industry news So Recycling Newbury Hill planning application is denied Test Valley borough council has refused planning permission for the proposed change of use of Penton Sawmills on Newbury Hill in Penton Mewsey by So Recycling. The application sought to transform the existing sawmill into a facility for general industrial use, as well as storage and distribution. The proposal also included the retrospective siting of … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 4 Jun 2024