Recycling news: 2023

Industry news UKRI’s SSPP challenge awards funding to flexible packaging projects The UK Research and Innovation has announced the competition winners for its Smart Sustainable Plastic Packaging (SSPP) Challenge. The project has chosen to fund six projects as part of its challenges for the capturing and storing household flexible plastics for recycling. The challenge delivered by Innovate UK aims to encourage cleaner growth across the supply … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 9 Nov 2023 Industry news Renewi posts €9.8m loss on ‘onerous’ UK municipal contracts Renewi has today (9 November) reported its half year results, where it posted a €9.8 million (£8.5 million) loss on its UK municipal contracts for the first six months of the 2023/24 financial year. The results, for the six months to September 2023, show overall €1.89 billion in underlying and earnings before tax of €113.6m, … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 9 Nov 2023 Industry news What hope (if any) can we take from the King’s speech? In a few weeks’ time, the King will be giving the keynote address at the UN Climate Summit, COP28, urging heads of government from around the world to act decisively on the climate and nature crises. With this in mind, the King’s speech this week […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 9 Nov 2023 Global Member States set to undermine proposed air quality legislation, warns civil society Civil society warns that the Council of the EU’s position on the proposed Ambient Air Quality Directives (AAQD) disregards science and weakens ambition for legislation that […] European Environmental Bureau · 9 Nov 2023 Global Media Advisory: Global South Media Briefing on the Global Plastics Treaty The third session of the intergovernmental negotiating committee on plastic pollution to develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution will take place on 13 – 19 November 2023 […] GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 9 Nov 2023 Industry news What is ecology? How does it impact our lives? Open Access Government briefly analyses what ecological science is, examining some of the areas it encompasses and how it protects human health, with an introduction from NEOMA Business School. Open Access Government — Environment · 9 Nov 2023 Global A Circular Economy to End Plastic Pollution – Sustainable Production and Consumption Plastics Europe supports the objectives of the UN and national governments to end plastic pollution by 2040. We believe that… Plastics Europe · 9 Nov 2023 Global A Circular Economy to End Plastic Pollution –Sustainable Finance Mechanisms Plastics Europe supports the development of an enabling policy framework that streamlines the alignment of private and public financial flows… Plastics Europe · 9 Nov 2023 Global A Circular Economy to End Plastic Pollution – A Decision Tree for Problematic High-Leakage Plastic Applications The Global Partners for Plastics Circularity support governments’ efforts to craft an international legally binding instrument to end plastic pollution.… Plastics Europe · 9 Nov 2023 Industry news EU court again rules against Chemours on GenX ‘forever chemicals’ Today the Court of Justice of the European Union has ruled against chemicals company Chemours Netherlands in its appeal against the identification of ‘GenX’ chemicals as a ‘substance of very high concern’ by the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). GenX chemicals are commonly used in the manufacture of non-stick products, but are associated with major health […] CHEM Trust · 9 Nov 2023 Global Start-Up Develops Software for Design & Optimization of Urban Drainage Systems Germany has a well-developed infrastructure with sewer networks and sewage treatment plants to collect rainwater and wastewater. The situation is different in developing countries, where this is often lacking. A start-up from the University Kaiserslautern-Landau wants to remedy this situation. According to the university, the company offers its “ZIGGURAT” software for this purpose, “which can […] Global Recycling · 9 Nov 2023 Industry news Mitie wins two-year waste contract with University of Leeds Mitie has been chosen to provide waste management services for the University of Leeds for two years. The partnership with Mitie unites the majority of waste management services across the University under one provider, allowing for a more streamlined approach to reducing waste and carbon emissions. Mitie’s services will cover the University’s central Leeds campus... Skip & Waste Magazine · 9 Nov 2023 Industry news Careers - Nestlé UK Nestle UK media · 9 Nov 2023 Industry news Retailer Transparency and Traceability Review and Update 2020-2023 When Fidra began our Best Fishes project, we wanted to determine how consumers could find out more information about their salmon and if it was produced in an environmentally sustainable way. Here we review retailer transparency and traceability from our work in 2020-2023. Fidra · 9 Nov 2023 Industry news ADEPT SEND Transport Toolkit - adeptnet.org.uk ADEPT (Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Planning & Transport) · 9 Nov 2023 Industry news DS Smith warns of 18% drop in paper recycling rate by 2030 DS Smith has warned today (9 November) that the UK’s recycling rate for paper and cardboard recycling could fall by 18% by 2030, without the separate collection of paper and card. In research entitled ‘Wasted Paper: A Path To Better Recycling’, DS Smith outlined that despite being the third-largest producer of paper and cardboard waste … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 9 Nov 2023 Industry news What has the Environment Act achieved in two years? The government made many lofty promises during the lengthy journey of the Environment Act, which was passed two years ago on 9 November 2021. Variously described as “world leading”, a “flagship” and a “lodestar”, it’s timely to consider whether its potential is being realised. The […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 9 Nov 2023 Industry news Shell is suing Greenpeace for a peaceful protest. Help us fight them in court. Shell is suing Greenpeace - threatening a multi million dollar lawsuit and a protest ban. We need your help to fight in court. Greenpeace UK · 9 Nov 2023 Industry news Shell hits Greenpeace with intimidation lawsuit: threatening $8.6m damages claim and protest ban to silence climate demands Oil giant Shell has launched an intimidation lawsuit against Greenpeace UK and Greenpeace International in response to a peaceful protest by Greenpeace International earlier this year. Greenpeace UK · 9 Nov 2023 Policy & government African fruit and vegetable exporters seeking UK buyers: a guide This guidance aims to help African fruit and vegetable exporters to find UK importers and buyers for their products. GOV.UK · 9 Nov 2023 Council news Pay or appeal a parking fine - Calderdale Council Calderdale Council · 8 Nov 2023 Industry news 6-Month Free Trial for Small Brands Polytag is excited to offer small brands a six-month free trial of our cutting-edge QR code and UV Invisible Tag technology. This unique opportunity allows businesses to access vital lifecycle data and explore new marketing channels at no cost. Enhance your brand's sustainability efforts and consumer engagement by tapping into the future of on-pack communication. Start your journey towards adva… Polytag news · 8 Nov 2023 Industry news Polytag Takes Centre Stage in the Fight Against Waste Polytag takes a pivotal role in CIWM's documentary, Leading the Way to a World Beyond Waste, premiered at the RWM Expo in Birmingham. The film explores groundbreaking initiatives, including Polytag's innovative use of data to enhance recycling processes. With a redefined approach to the 3Rs—Reduce, Re-design, Refurbish, Recycle, and Repurpose—the documentary highlights five key steps towards a … Polytag news · 8 Nov 2023 Industry news COP28 explained: what does it mean for food waste? COP28 explained: what does it mean for food waste? 2023's conference will address the role of food as a major contributor to climate change. City Harvest London · 8 Nov 2023 Industry news The Fruiterers support City Harvest London The Fruiterers', part of the Livery Food Initiative supporting food rescue charity, City Harvest, give out apples in support of the London charity on the Lord Mayor's City Giving Day, October 2023. City Harvest London · 8 Nov 2023 Industry news Woodland birds at risk of extinction Woodland birds in the UK are experiencing a sharp decrease in their numbers, and unless the government takes action, some species could face the threat of extinction. Open Access Government — Environment · 8 Nov 2023 Industry news Guest Blog: Innovation in Green Hydrogen REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 8 Nov 2023 Industry news Manage waste at home in 3 steps The post Manage waste at home in 3 steps appeared first on Bristol Waste Company . Bristol Waste Company · 8 Nov 2023 Policy & government Product Safety Report: Terberg OmniDEKA Hydraulic Bin Lift with Sonar N1 Sensor (2306-0080) Product Safety Report for Terberg OmniDEKA hydraulic bin lift with sonar N1 sensor presenting a high risk of injuries. GOV.UK · 8 Nov 2023 Industry news ILM Highland project urges people to recycle their electricals New project launches 7 small electrical recycling bring banks Reuse Network · 8 Nov 2023 Industry news DRS ‘uncertainty’ sees Falkirk scrap plans to stop glass collections Falkirk council will not stop the collection of glass once its existing contract with FCC Environment expires next year, which it put down “to the ongoing uncertainties” surrounding a national deposit return scheme (DRS) launch date. In December 2022, the authority announced plans to halt its black box collections, which sees residents put out glass, … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 8 Nov 2023 Industry news Sir Terry Waite celebrates knighthood honour with Emmaus companions Emmaus UK president, Sir Terry Waite, celebrates knighthood honour with a meal with companions at Emmaus Greenwich. Sir Terry was today awarded Knight Commander of the Order of St Michael... Emmaus UK · 8 Nov 2023 Industry news Conservation in Action: Clarity Environmental’s Volunteering Day with The South Downs National Park Trust The post Conservation in Action: Clarity Environmental’s Volunteering Day with The South Downs National Park Trust appeared first on Clarity . Clarity Environmental · 8 Nov 2023 Industry news Sustainable diets – Eating for health and the planet Despite a single model for a sustainable diet not being universally adopted, it is widely accepted that a diet based on plants is better for both health outcomes and the environment. Xampla news · 8 Nov 2023 Industry news ETRI 2023: UK faces some of the biggest challenges in reaching energy transition targets REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 8 Nov 2023 Policy & government Stopping the start: our new plan to create a smokefree generation This command paper sets out the proposed actions the government will take to tackle smoking and youth vaping. GOV.UK · 8 Nov 2023 Industry news Invest in nature: Biodiversity financing for cities and regions Dr Eszter Mogyorosy, Innovative Finance, and Barbara Riedemann, Communications both from the World Secretariat of ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability World Secretariat, shed light on biodiversity financing for cities and regions, providing a roadmap to invest in nature. Open Access Government — Environment · 8 Nov 2023 Industry news Welsh fishery becomes sole community managed green space to feature in UK Top Ten The post Welsh fishery becomes sole community managed green space to feature in UK Top Ten appeared first on Keep Wales Tidy . Keep Wales Tidy · 8 Nov 2023 Policy & government GAD Environmental Policy Statement This policy sets out the Government Actuary’s Department’s environmental commitments. GOV.UK · 8 Nov 2023 Council news Garden waste service - West Devon Borough Council West Devon Council · 8 Nov 2023