Recycling news: 2024

Policy & government New era as Coal Authority becomes Mining Remediation Authority Change better reflects the organisation’s 24/7 role to manage the effects of historical mining in England, Scotland and Wales. GOV.UK · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news Circular Economy Minister celebrates 20 years of Chartered Environmentalists Circular Economy Minister Mary Creagh has celebrated the 20-year milestone since the first Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv) certificates were signed. SocEnv was launched in 2002, in partnership with eight founding bodies, including the Chartered Institution of Wastes Management (CIWM), with the aim of supporting competence in environmental practices across sectors. The organisation then began … Circular Online (CIWM) · 28 Nov 2024 Global GAIA Resumen diario Dia 3: 27 de Noviembre | Plenario de balance: Los países ambiciosos alzan la voz ante la falta de avances y los actores de mala fe GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news 87% of people employed in recycling and waste feel safe at work 87% of people working in the recycling and waste industry report feeling safe at work, according to a recent study conducted for the Environmental Services Association (ESA). Circular Online (CIWM) · 28 Nov 2024 Global Water as a Common Good: Resisting Commodification and Neocolonialism Opinion article by Athénaïs Georges, European Environmental Bureau. In 2022, the Government of the Netherlands convened the ‘Global Commission on the Economics of Water’ (GCEW) facilitated by the OECD to tackle the world’s spiralling water crises. Their recently-published report calls for nature restoration, inclusive water governance and transparency — all commendable goals. But behind the buz… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news UK energy governance is changing fast, here’s what’s needed to get it right This post is by Dr Richard Lowes of the University of Exeter, and Dr Jess Britton of the University of Edinburgh. In early October, the energy regulator Ofgem closed its Regional Energy Strategic Plan (RESP) policy framework consultation; there are some positive developments coming, but […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 28 Nov 2024 Council news Job profile - Conwy County Conwy Council · 28 Nov 2024 Council news westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk Statutory Consultation - Westmorland and Furness Council Westmorland and Furness Council · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news Northvolt bankruptcy dents European battery industry ambitions - Chemistry World Chemistry World · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news Cookie Statement - Food Manufacture Food Manufacture · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news Contact Us - FCC Environment FCC Environment UK · 28 Nov 2024 Global Plastic Credits in the Global Plastics Treaty - A Dangerous Distraction Plastic offsets and credits will not tackle plastic pollution or channel finance to where it is most needed in a stable, long term and reliable way. Multiple investigations and reports have found that the burgeoning plastic credits and offsetting system is flawed and does nothing to avoid the generation of plastic pollution, nor does it […] Break Free From Plastic · 28 Nov 2024 Global GAIA Plastics Treaty Policy Update INC-5 Day 3: November 27, 2024 | “Stocktake” Plenary: Ambitious Countries Sound the Alarm on Lack of Progress, Bad Faith Actors GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 28 Nov 2024 Policy & government Council funding to be overhauled to deliver better outcomes Funding reform kickstarted to fix the foundations of local government and better use taxpayer cash GOV.UK · 28 Nov 2024 Policy & government Local government finance policy statement 2025 to 2026 The local government finance policy statement sets out government’s proposals for 2025 to 2026, alongside longer-term plans for funding reform. GOV.UK · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news Child Food Poverty in the UK: How City Harvest is Helping Change the Future Child poverty in London affects nearly 700,000 children. City Harvest is working to provide 800,000 meals to help alleviate hunger and improve the futures of vulnerable children. City Harvest London · 27 Nov 2024 Global Black Friday Deals Translated: The True Cost of “Big Savings” Ever wonder what’s behind those jaw-dropping Black Friday deals? The flashy discounts and clever slogans sound like a dream for our wallet, but they come with hidden costs that our planet can’t afford. Let’s take a closer look and translate what these deals really mean. 1. “Up to 70% Off Everything!” Reality check: Black Friday isn’t just about discounts; it’s about making room for more invento… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 27 Nov 2024 Industry news Images reveal how climate change is upending life in Morocco’s oases The climate crisis is shriveling lush oases in the desert, threatening precious ecosystems and ways of life New Scientist — Environment · 27 Nov 2024 Industry news The Fed calls for improved communication from Scotland The Federation of Independent Retailers (the Fed) has called for improved communication ahead of the introduction of charges for single-use disposable beverage cups in Scotland. The Scottish government’s consultation on introducing a charge on single-use cups closed on 14 November 2024. It proposed introducing a charge of around 25p on all single-use cups for both … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 27 Nov 2024 Policy & government Beyond the digital divide Research report examining the impact of poor connectivity on rural farmers in the UK. GOV.UK · 27 Nov 2024 Global Why the UK is right to be moving ahead with a deposit return scheme The UK will introduce a deposit return scheme by 2027, this article shows why it’s time for stakeholders to support this transformative initiative. Reloop Platform · 27 Nov 2024 Industry news Recycling Lives Services: A new start A start-up mentality combined with time-served expertise, providing essential recycling services. Recycling Lives Services are set to propel the fortunes of an established industry player – and the recycling sector itself. Recycling Lives Services has shared reflections on its ‘first’ year in business with Letsrecycle.com. With a refreshed brand, renewed focus and new management, the … Read Mor… letsrecycle.com News · 27 Nov 2024 Global FEAD, EuRIC y Decathlon urgen a la UE a implementar esquemas efectivos de RAP para impulsar la economía circular del textil The post FEAD, EuRIC y Decathlon urgen a la UE a implementar esquemas efectivos de RAP para impulsar la economía circular del textil appeared first on FEAD - European Waste Management Association . FEAD (European Waste Management Association) · 27 Nov 2024 Industry news Glasgow Wood Makes Hedgehog Houses for Kier Construction Glasgow Wood created some flat-pack hedgehog houses with reclaimed sheet wood for Kier Construction as part of National Garden Wildlife Week in June. With help from some local pupils, who learned about the important role of hedgehogs in the ecosystem, the houses were assembled and are now in action. If you want to have a [...] Community Wood Recycling · 27 Nov 2024 Industry news Grundon helps train units from Gwent and South Wales Police The post Grundon helps train units from Gwent and South Wales Police appeared first on Grundon . Grundon Waste Management · 27 Nov 2024 Policy & government £600,000 payment to Trent Rivers Trust following pollution The payment follows the Environment Agency's investigation into a Severn Trent Water pollution of a Leicestershire brook. GOV.UK · 27 Nov 2024 Industry news Leeds Wood Recycling launches ReMakeIt kits Leeds Wood Recycling has developed a range of kits that let you assemble your own hook boards based on your level of confidence. You can either get the board and hooks and sand, oil and assemble it yourself, get the board pre-sanded, or have volunteers assemble the kit for you and pick up the [...] Community Wood Recycling · 27 Nov 2024 Industry news Move On Wood Recycling Furnishes Exhibition for Stirling Old Town Jail Move On Wood Recycling in Edinburgh has created a bespoke exhibition display for Stirling Old Town Jail’s exhibit showcasing tools of Victorian confinement, featuring glass cabinets, presentation boards and an installation at the centre displaying an original iron-plated cell door from the 1860s, which they also cleaned up and restored. All of it was [...] Community Wood Recycling · 27 Nov 2024 Industry news ADEPT warns against ‘continued underfunding’ of local authorities The Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Planning and Transport (ADEPT) has urged the government to equip local authorities with the tools and resources required to drive sustainable waste management and create a circular economy. Launched last week at ADEPT’s Autumn Conference last week, the Resources and Waste Policy Position paper focuses on driving sustainable … Read More The p… letsrecycle.com News · 27 Nov 2024 Global EU Associations call for effective extended producer responsibility (EPR) programs for textiles The post EU Associations call for effective extended producer responsibility (EPR) programs for textiles appeared first on FEAD - European Waste Management Association . FEAD (European Waste Management Association) · 27 Nov 2024 Global EU Associations call for effective extended producer responsibility (EPR) programs for textiles The post EU Associations call for effective extended producer responsibility (EPR) programs for textiles appeared first on FEAD - European Waste Management Association . FEAD (European Waste Management Association) · 27 Nov 2024 Industry news A chance to win £500 by taking Ben’s new Health & Wellbeing survey It’s that time of year when automotive industry charity, Ben, launches its annual Health & Wellbeing survey, to gain insights into the health and wellbeing needs of automotive people - for now and in the future. ATF Professional · 27 Nov 2024 Industry news Ireland election 2024: What the manifestos say on climate change and energy On 29 November, Ireland will hold its first general election since before the Covid-19 pandemic. ... Carbon Brief · 27 Nov 2024 Industry news Revealed: the best Christmas gifts you’ve ever received In need of festive gift inspiration? Take a cue from our readers, who reveal the most meaningful presents they’ve received Positive News · 27 Nov 2024 Industry news Willshee’s acquires Stanton Recycling Willshee’s Waste and Recycling in the Midlands has acquired Stanton Recycling. Based in Nottingham and Derbyshire, Stanton Recycling represents an expansion for Willshee’s with its Ilkeston site becoming the buyer’s fifth site and bringing its employee numbers to over 160. All existing employees will continue in their roles under Willshee’s leadership. Founded in 2004, the … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 27 Nov 2024 Industry news Waste industry safety culture in good health The results of a recent independent study conducted for the Environmental Services Association (ESA) found that nearly 90% (87%) of people working in the recycling and waste industry report feeling […] ESA (Environmental Services Association) · 27 Nov 2024 Industry news Why people want government to speak up, not shut up, on climate change This post is by Rebecca Willis, professor in energy & climate governance at Lancaster Environment Centre. It was first published on the Climate Citizens website. My team at Lancaster has hundreds of climate conversations with people from all walks of life, as part of our […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 27 Nov 2024 Industry news COP29: Key outcomes for food, forests, land and nature at the UN climate talks in Baku Despite taking place just days after a major UN biodiversity summit, the COP29 climate talks... Carbon Brief · 27 Nov 2024 Industry news Circularity programme reduces e-waste sent to landfill by 93% ABB Energy Industries Service’s circularity programme reduced the amount of electronic waste returned by customers that it sent to landfill by 93% over four years. Data collected by ABB Energy Industries Service and its recycling partners show of 32,000 faulty items processed, 214.5 kg went to landfill in 2020 but fell to 14.2 kg […] Circular Online (CIWM) · 27 Nov 2024 Policy & government B76 0BB, KSD Recycled Aggregates Limited: environmental permit issued - EPR/GB3635RB/V004 View the permit issued for Dunton Recycling Centre, Sutton Coldfield under the Industrial Emissions Directive. GOV.UK · 27 Nov 2024