Recycling news: 2024

Industry news TIME TO GIVE UP ON DRS FOLLY The Recycling Association has said that now would be a perfect opportunity to abandon the unnecessary deposit return scheme (DRS) proposed by the UK government. Following the announcement yesterday that it is not possible for the Welsh Government to work with the rest of the UK on a DRS, and that it intends to introduce… The Recycling Association · 20 Nov 2024 Policy & government Miss G Sylvester v Notley Abbey Ltd and J Holmes: 3308236/2023 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 20 Nov 2024 Industry news Ben is offering a Christmas lifeline to automotive families for the fifth year running Automotive industry charity, Ben, is launching its ‘Christmas families project’ for another year, supporting families who might otherwise have to make impossible choices about heating or eating and whether they can afford Christmas gifts. Now in its fifth year, Ben’s Christmas families project keeps roofs over heads, lights on, food on tables, as well as putting gifts under trees for those feel… ATF Professional · 20 Nov 2024 Industry news Faerch launches chilled ready meal trays with minimum 40% tray rPET content INCPEN (Industry Council for Packaging and the Environment) · 20 Nov 2024 Industry news 30,000 tonnes of illegal waste to be removed from beauty spot 30,000 tonnes of waste dumped in ancient Kent woodland as part of an organised crime operation is set to be removed. The Environment Agency launched a criminal investigation last year after household and construction waste piled 15 feet high in places was discovered in Hoad’s Wood, Kent. Investigators say gangs of organised criminals are […] Circular Online (CIWM) · 20 Nov 2024 Industry news Sustainable fashion: A turning point for textiles Chloe Skidmore, Technical Assistant at intellectual property law firm Reddie & Grose, shares her expertise on decarbonising the textiles industry and creating sustainable fashion. Open Access Government — Environment · 20 Nov 2024 Industry news EuRIC joins calls for recycled steel investment EuRIC has published a position paper on the future of the European steel industry – calling for measures to promote the use of recycled steel. Julia Ettinger, EuRIC’s secretary general, called recycled steel the “most economically viable and scalable solution” for Europe’s steel sector and said that it has the potential to drive “a competitive, … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 20 Nov 2024 Industry news Brother Industries Slovakia Hits Zero Avoidable Waste to Landfill Valpak Waste & Resource Traceability Consultant, Bronwynn Harris, discusses Brother Industries (Slovakia) s.r.o.'s impressive Zero Avoidable Waste to Landfill certification. This accolade highlights their commitment to reducing environmental impact by ensuring that waste is recycled, reused, recovered and, wherever possible, kept out of landfill disposal. She outlines how, by partnering us, Bro… Valpak · 20 Nov 2024 Industry news COP29: Five key takeaways from Brazil’s 2035 climate pledge Brazil’s new climate pledge, launched at the COP29 climate summit in Baku, aims to cut... Carbon Brief · 20 Nov 2024 Industry news ‘Bumpy label’ brand wins food waste innovation award Food expiry label brand Mimica has been awarded $5,000 after winning Lineage’s Food Chain Innovation Challenge. The brand has developed a solution called “Bump” which is available as a cap or tag that shows the true longevity of food and drinks by responding to temperature changes and becoming bumpy when the food or drinks actually … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 20 Nov 2024 Industry news ALDI SET TO LAUNCH FESTIVE MAYONNAISE FOR JUST £1.29 This Christmas, shoppers can switch up their festive traditions by embracing a mayo mash-up as Aldi is launching two new limited-edition products — Bramwells Cranberry Mayonnaise (£1.29, 250g) and Bramwells Sage & Onion Stuffing Mayonnaise (£1.29, 250g). Available in stores from 5th December, these quirky condiments are set to elevate festive feasts nationwide. Aldi’s Bramwells […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 20 Nov 2024 Industry news 120 solar-powered bins for Reigate and Banstead Reigate and Banstead borough council has installed more than 120 solar-powered bins capable of holding at least five times more than traditional litter bins. The new bins will be installed in areas of high footfall including town centres with the older bins being removed. Residents have been told to look out for bins with colourful … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 20 Nov 2024 Industry news COP29: Nations commit to reducing methane from organic waste On day nine of COP29, which focused on food, water, and agriculture, over 30 countries endorsed a declaration on reducing methane from organic waste. Circular Online (CIWM) · 20 Nov 2024 Industry news Mura Technology Becomes First Advanced Recycler to Join Ecoinvent Life Cycle Database The post Mura Technology Becomes First Advanced Recycler to Join Ecoinvent Life Cycle Database appeared first on Mura Technology . Mura Technology news · 20 Nov 2024 Industry news When beauty meets determination: landscape photography award winners named The winners of this year's International Landscape Photographer of the Year competition have been announced Positive News · 20 Nov 2024 Industry news Local school children scoop sculpture competition prizes Following the launch of a creative sculpture competition for local schools earlier this year, Alupro and re3 (the waste partnership covering Bracknell Forest, Reading and Wokingham Borough Councils) have announced the talented, young winners. Challenged to create sculptures from clean, used aluminium foil, four winning entries were chosen. Gaia Joseph from Park Lane School in […] Alupro · 20 Nov 2024 Industry news Innovation and R&D | Pioneering sustainable progress - Unilever Global Unilever news · 20 Nov 2024 Industry news Companies behind campaign to ‘end plastic waste’ produced 1,000 times more plastic than it cleaned up The post Companies behind campaign to ‘end plastic waste’ produced 1,000 times more plastic than it cleaned up appeared first on Unearthed . Unearthed (Greenpeace UK) · 20 Nov 2024 Research & science UCL Social Research Institute - UCL | University College London UCL News · 20 Nov 2024 Industry news NBF Unveils New Video Highlighting Benefits of Supplier Membership Following the success of its manufacturer member counterpart, the National Bed Federation (NBF) has produced a second humorous testimonial video to draw attention to the key benefits of membership and attract new supplier members. The video uses puppets to inform and entertain viewers while increasing awareness and promoting the benefits of joining the trade association […] National Bed Federation · 20 Nov 2024 Council news consultation draft list of non-designated heritage assets and designation criteria - Trafford Council Trafford Council · 20 Nov 2024 Industry news Forever chemicals: Second law firm instructed by residents in most PFAS polluted town - ENDS Report ENDS Report · 20 Nov 2024 Industry news Ocado’s 600 Series Bot: the world's most advanced 3D-industrial printed product. - Ocado Group Ocado Group media · 20 Nov 2024 Council news Suffolk Square community page - Norwich City Council Norwich Council · 20 Nov 2024 Industry news The most climate-friendly parliament yet has a public mandate for much stronger action This post is by Juliet Michaelson, co-director of strategic development at Possible. After a period of British politics characterised by the risk of climate descending into culture war, it’s welcome to have a government that accepts the recommendations of the Climate Change Committee (CCC)​​​ on […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 20 Nov 2024 Council news Business rates - Swale Borough Council Swale Council · 20 Nov 2024 Council news Contact another service - Swale Borough Council Swale Council · 20 Nov 2024 Council news Grow - Ards and North Down Borough Council Ards and North Down Council · 20 Nov 2024 Policy & government Update on Defence capabilities Statement by the Defence Secretary John Healey to the House of Commons on Wednesday 20 November. GOV.UK · 20 Nov 2024 Council news Social housing in Gateshead - Gateshead Council Gateshead Council · 19 Nov 2024 Industry news Global Methane Pledge and climate action for farmers: What happened on Food, Water and Agriculture Day at COP29? As the G20 summit concluded in Brazil with a commitment to keeping the 1.5C target alive, Day nine of COP29 in Baku brought several key initiatives focused on decarbonising food and agriculture sectors. Here, edie summarises the biggest announcements. edie — Circular Economy tag · 19 Nov 2024 Policy & government UK government update: Deposit Return Scheme for drinks containers Update on Deposit Return Schemes for drinks containers. GOV.UK · 19 Nov 2024 Industry news EA to clear up ‘exceptional’ 35k tonne waste crime Acumen Waste Services, part of the Beauparc Group, has been appointed by the Environment Agency (EA) to work in partnership on the clearance of illegal waste from Hoad’s Wood near Ashford, Kent. The BBC reported earlier this year that 35,000 tonnes of waste had been fly-tipped in the wood – covering a 100 metre by … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 19 Nov 2024 Industry news Xampla awarded grant to advance groundbreaking probiotic microencapsulation technology with Quadram Institute The post Xampla awarded grant to advance groundbreaking probiotic microencapsulation technology with Quadram Institute appeared first on Xampla . Xampla news · 19 Nov 2024 Industry news Footprint Drinks Sustainability Awards: CMBC Case study Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company’s (CMBC) has a range of sustainability initiatives aiming to reduce the environmental impact across key areas of its value chain: farming, manufacturing, and logistics. Through these key projects, on trade customers benefit from products with a lower carbon footprint, water use and made with sustainably sourced ingredients: Regenerative Farming CMBC aimed […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 19 Nov 2024 Industry news Ellers Farm Distillery – Drinks Sustainability Awards Ellers Farm Distillery was championed as the winner of the Economic Sustainability Award. This award celebrates organisations in the foodservice industry for their sustainability and responsible business practices, and Ellers Farm Distillery’s processes are exemplary. The distillery became a Certified B Corp® in September 2023, and as a B Corp, the company is part of […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 19 Nov 2024 Industry news Comment: Diet focus can be net-zero turning point Recognition from IGD of the need to lower meat consumption to decarbonise the food system helps validate an industry shift that is already underway, says Nick Hughes. The publication of a plan for transitioning the food system to net-zero is a significant moment for the sector. Not for what the plan says – the conclusions […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 19 Nov 2024 Council news Roadworks and travel disruption - Cheshire East Council Cheshire East Council · 19 Nov 2024 Policy & government Accessible documents policy This accessible documents policy applies to information on GOV.UK that is published by the Ministry of Defence. GOV.UK · 19 Nov 2024 Policy & government Women’s experiences of crime and the criminal justice system How can the government and criminal justice system (CJS) address violence and abuse against women and girls? How can the CJS work effectively for women, as victims or offenders? POST (Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology) · 19 Nov 2024