Recycling news: 2024

Global CSOs Denounce ADB’s Draft Safeguards Policy, Call for Immediate Revisions Ahead of the ADB’s Annual Meeting next month, civil society groups are firmly calling on the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to go back to the drawing board and overhaul the […] GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 25 Apr 2024 Industry news Meet Mushy – the fun guy helping us save the planet Get ready to be charmed, because Keenan Recycling has a brand new friend joining the team – and he’s sprouted with a purpose. That’s right, we’d like to introduce you to Mushy the Mushroom, our official mascot and the ultimate champion of responsible food waste recycling. Why a mushroom? Mushrooms are nature’s decomposers, breaking down […] Keenan Recycling · 25 Apr 2024 Policy & government Mr S Ravald v Biffa Waste Management Services Ltd: 3302400/2023 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 25 Apr 2024 Industry news Are cities sinking in China? Land subsiding under growing urban pressure Could urban cities be a risk of sinking in China? The hidden threat of land subsidence has been largely overlooked until now. Open Access Government — Environment · 25 Apr 2024 Global Going Ghent-ly into that good night: how ZWE’s Network-Wide Gathering had our eyes set on the future After three whirlwind days in Ghent, Zero Waste Europe’s Network-Wide Gathering (NWG) Europe was both a marathon and a sprint — a full-on yet infinitely energising experience that left us all more optimistic and charged to strive for a true zero waste society. This NWG, over 60 of Zero Waste Europe’s members and staff flocked […] Zero Waste Europe · 25 Apr 2024 Industry news UK government sets 2027 target for Deposit Return Scheme launch The UK Government has today (25 April) announced a revised timeline for the launch of a nationwide Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) by October 2027. Circular Online (CIWM) · 25 Apr 2024 Policy & government Deposit Return Scheme for drinks containers: policy statements Update on Deposit Return Schemes for drinks containers across the UK. GOV.UK · 25 Apr 2024 Industry news Europe votes in support of the ‘right to repair’ The European Parliament has adopted a directive on the “right to repair” for consumers, which clarifies the obligations for manufacturers to repair goods and encourage consumers to extend a product’s lifecycle through repair. The new rules had 584 votes in favour, 3 against and 14 abstentions, and aims to reduce waste and bolster the repair … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 25 Apr 2024 Industry news European Parliament adopts ‘more sustainable’ packaging measures On 24 April, the European Parliament adopted new measures to make packaging more sustainable and reduce packaging waste within the EU. The regulations, which aim to tackle growing waste amounts, “harmonise internal market rules” and boost the circular economy, were approved with 476 votes in favour, 129 against and 24 abstentions. The recently agreed-upon regulations, … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 25 Apr 2024 Policy & government Mr G Tighe and Mrs L Tighe v Kasteel Collection Ltd: 1403953/2020 and 1403955/2020 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 25 Apr 2024 Global The State of Zero Waste Municipalities Report – 4th edition This 4th edition of the State of Zero Waste Municipalities Report looks back at 2023, spotlighting innovative local initiatives across Europe that promote environmental and community benefits. Despite facing urgent challenges, including record heat in 2023, this report aims to inspire hope by showcasing the progress towards zero waste cities. It celebrates the tireless efforts of […] Zero Waste Europe · 25 Apr 2024 Industry news Delaying DRS a sensible and pragmatic approach Defra has today announced that it will delay the start of the UK’s Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) until October 2027 in a decision that the ESA described as “sensible and […] ESA (Environmental Services Association) · 25 Apr 2024 Council news Please ask for: Matt Berry Extension No: 4589 E-mail: mattberry@cannockchasedc.gov.uk 17 April 2024 Dear Councillor, Cabinet 6:0 - Cannock Chase Council Cannock Chase Council · 25 Apr 2024 Council news Page 1 of 2 Derby City Council – Response ID Reference FOI776958046 Date 25/04/2024 1. As of 21st March 2024, does your local - secure.derby.gov.uk Derby Council · 25 Apr 2024 Industry news Renewi plc Pre-close trading update FY24 - Renewi Renewi · 25 Apr 2024 Council news Your Councillors - Trafford Council Trafford Council · 25 Apr 2024 Industry news Teaching Packs - Wastebuster Wastebuster · 25 Apr 2024 Council news Building control - Uttlesford District Council Uttlesford Council · 25 Apr 2024 Industry news Teaching Packs - Wastebuster Wastebuster · 25 Apr 2024 Council news Farmers' Markets - Aberdeenshire Council Aberdeenshire Council · 24 Apr 2024 Industry news Teaching Packs - Wastebuster Wastebuster · 24 Apr 2024 Industry news Map — Store Locator - Costa Costa Coffee media centre · 24 Apr 2024 Global New Research Confirms Plastic Production Is Directly Linked to Plastic Pollution APRIL 24, 2024 – A research paper published today in Science Advances reveals a direct correlation between plastic production and plastic pollution, such that every 1% increase in consumer goods companies’ plastic production is associated with a 1% increase in plastic pollution in the environment. The study finds that fast-moving consumer goods companies disproportionately contribute […] Break Free From Plastic · 24 Apr 2024 Industry news From oil paintings to food waste: Keenan Recycling story on The Go Radio Business Show with Hunter & Haughey Grant Keenan, the driving force behind Keenan Recycling – the UK’s largest independent food waste collection company – was recently invited on The Go Radio Business Show with Sir Tom Hunter & Lord Haughey. In the podcast, Grant talks about his journey from door-to-door salesman to sustainability champion. It’s a fascinating listen, filled with valuable […] Keenan Recycling · 24 Apr 2024 Industry news Minutes MPMA Environment and Health & Safety meeting, 7th March 2024 The post Minutes MPMA Environment and Health & Safety meeting, 7th March 2024 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 24 Apr 2024 Global Fast-and-loose: Historic move as EU rushes to remove environmental safeguards in the CAP despite renewed calls from scientists to accelerate climate action In a little over a month, the EU has pushed through a major reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) – without any public debate or […] European Environmental Bureau · 24 Apr 2024 Industry news TRA warns of imminent collapse in UK’s textile recycling sector The Textile Recycling Association (TRA) has issued a warning about the imminent collapse of the textile recycling sector due to global market challenges. The group, representing over 75% of the UK’s used textiles collectors and sorters, has been made aware of their members’ plight. They have reported a real fear in the industry about being... Skip & Waste Magazine · 24 Apr 2024 Industry news U.S. air quality report shows an increase in pollution levels A new report from the American Lung Association has revealed findings about air quality across the United States, indicating a significant increase in unhealthy air pollution levels affecting millions of Americans. Open Access Government — Environment · 24 Apr 2024 Global Parliament votes to strengthen air quality laws Civil society welcomes the positive outcome of the vote on the proposed Ambient Air Quality Directives (AAQD). On Wednesday 24 April, 2023, the European Parliament approved […] European Environmental Bureau · 24 Apr 2024 Industry news Marriott International commits to achieving net-zero by 2050 Marriott International has announced that its near and long-term science-based emissions reduction targets have been verified by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), committing the company to achieving net-zero emissions across the value chain by 2050. edie — Circular Economy tag · 24 Apr 2024 Global GAIA Plastics Treaty Policy Update INC-4 Day 1, April 23, 2024 Setting the Stage: the Opening Plenary Today marked the first day of the fourth round of negotiations for a global plastics treaty. Member States […] GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 24 Apr 2024 Industry news EU passes laws combating forced labour and mandating corporate due diligence The European Parliament has declared a prohibition on the trade, importation and exportation of goods produced through forced labour within the EU single market. Simultaneously, Parliament members have officially ratified the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) to address companies' adverse effects on human rights and the environment. edie — Circular Economy tag · 24 Apr 2024 Global PPWR: FEVE commends the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation for addressing initial proposal’s flaws FEVE (European Container Glass Federation) · 24 Apr 2024 Industry news Gearing up for first auction at Copart Gloucester As Copart prepares for its inaugural auction at the Gloucester site in May, works on the ground are progressing swiftly. With an additional storage capacity for 30,000 vehicles annually, Copart aims to meet the growing demand in the Southwest. This expansion reflects Copart's commitment to efficient operations and customer support. ATF Professional · 24 Apr 2024 Industry news EU adopts new rules to reduce, reuse and recycle packaging The new rules, which have been provisionally agreed on with the European Council, include targets to reduce packaging by 5% by 2030, 10% by 2035 and 15% by 2040. Circular Online (CIWM) · 24 Apr 2024 Global Press release: New EU packaging rules are almost here. For the pulp and paper industry, legal certainty is a good thing. The pulp and paper industry welcomes today’s vote at the EU Parliament on the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) that supports the trilogue agreement and avoids delaying the legislative process. The last step will be a final confirmation of the agreement by the EU Council. After an intensive democratic process that has brought forth […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 24 Apr 2024 Global Reaction to European Parliament Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation vote Virginia Janssens, Managing Director of Plastics Europe, said: “Today’s European Parliament Plenary vote is an important milestone in the transition… Plastics Europe · 24 Apr 2024 Industry news Five ways community is at the heart of Brighton Festival England’s largest multi-arts festival is finding ways to open up cultural experiences to as many people as possible Positive News · 24 Apr 2024 Policy & government 42, 58 and 152 Haven Green Court, Haven Green, London W5 2UY: LON/00AJ/LSC/2023/0018 Residential Property Tribunal decision of Judge N Nicol and Mrs A Flynn on 25 October 2023 GOV.UK · 24 Apr 2024 Industry news 10 things we learned making the new issue of Positive News magazine Sometimes it’s OK to leave your kids in a pub, and nine more things we learned while putting together the new issue of Positive News magazine – out now Positive News · 24 Apr 2024