Recycling news: 2019

Policy & government Major demolition milestone at HS2’s Old Oak Common site as Great Western sheds cleared Former railway sheds make way for new HS2 super-hub station designed to link HS2 with Crossrail and Great Western services GOV.UK · 23 Jul 2019 Industry news REA calls upon new Government to honour net zero commitments Coming into this role, Boris Johnson has a lot of work ahead of him, from appointing the new cabinet to working towards Brexit, the next few months are set to be full steam ahead. However, in this time it is crucial that the UK’s commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2050 does not slip. In order to achieve our legally binding targets and rectify the policy gap highlighted in the Committ… REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 23 Jul 2019 Policy & government Insolvency Service: annual report and accounts, 2018 to 2019 The Insolvency Service annual report and accounts 2018 to 2019 GOV.UK · 23 Jul 2019 Industry news Packaging target ‘optimism’ despite plastic and aluminium concerns Provisional packaging data for the second quarter of 2019 has suggested that most materials remain on track to meet recycling targets, but concerns remain over plastic and aluminium. The figures, published late yesterday (July 22) on the National Packaging Waste Database, give an indication of how much packaging waste was recycled or exported between April … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 23 Jul 2019 Industry news Consistency measures outlined in Environment Bill update Environment Secretary Michael Gove, in what may be his last act in the job, has set out further details of the government’s Environment Bill including outlining which materials will form the core of its recycling consistency measures. Defra has today published an Environment Bill ‘summer policy statement’, in which it outlines key strands of the … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 23 Jul 2019 Industry news Back on the Bike Last year, our very own Head of Operations, Michael Davies and his team cycled the New Forest (85 miles), Pilgrims […] Countrystyle Recycling · 23 Jul 2019 Industry news How energy efficient is your local supermarket? Here, Sarah Anderson investigates the energy efficiency of your local supermarket, touching on the urgency of climate change, global examples and what's happening in the UK. Open Access Government — Environment · 23 Jul 2019 Industry news Agency misses illegal waste site target The Environment Agency has missed its target to reduce the number of high-risk illegal waste sites currently in operation in England, despite an increase in funding for the year. Details of the missed goal were detailed in the Agency’s 2018-2019 annual report, published yesterday (22 July). The report confirmed that of its aim to reduce … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 23 Jul 2019 Policy & government Stronger protections for the environment move closer as landmark Bill takes shape New measures to enhance wildlife, transform our waste system and improve the resilience of water supplies set out in Environment Bill policy statement. GOV.UK · 23 Jul 2019 Policy & government Waste and recycling: making recycling collections consistent in England Seeking views on plans to make local authorities collect the same kind of materials for household recycling and on improving how businesses recycle in England. GOV.UK · 23 Jul 2019 Policy & government Packaging waste: changing the UK producer responsibility system for packaging waste Seeking views on reforming the UK regulations on producer responsibility for packaging waste. GOV.UK · 23 Jul 2019 Policy & government Draft Environment (Principles and Governance) Bill 2018 The draft Environment Bill sets out how we will maintain environmental standards and build on the 25 Year Environment Plan. We've published a July 2019 update. GOV.UK · 23 Jul 2019 Industry news WEEE Schemes Forum option selected for PBS WEEE – waste electrical and electronic equipment – compliance schemes have been informed of Defra’s decision over its preferred option for a mandatory PBS. The PBS – Producer Compliance Scheme Balancing System – is a mechanism set up by compliance schemes to deal collaboratively with requests from councils for collection of WEEE. It is used … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 23 Jul 2019 Industry news Waste sector challenges Labour’s insourcing policy The private sector has hit back at Labour Party plans to prioritise in-house contracts over outsourcing at local authorities for services including waste. The Environmental Services Association (ESA) and waste management firm Serco have both claimed that the Party’s plans to make the insourcing of public services by councils the “new normal” ignore the contribution … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 23 Jul 2019 Global Deposit Return Systems: an effective Instrument towards a Zero Waste Future We want Europe to move towards a Circular Zero Waste Economy that retains value by reusing materials over and over, uses recycling as a last resort and ensures that no waste is leaked into the environment. Deposit Return Systems (DRS) have proven to be the most effective and sustainable way to make this happen. That […] Zero Waste Europe · 23 Jul 2019 Global Zero Waste Europe releases DRS Manifesto Zero Waste Europe has prepared a short primer explaining how deposit systems work and how they can be used to help Europe move towards a circular economy. Reloop Platform · 23 Jul 2019 Policy & government Land affected by contamination Provides guiding principles on how planning can deal with land affected by contamination. GOV.UK · 22 Jul 2019 Council news Bin Collection Schedule - Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council Antrim and Newtownabbey Council · 22 Jul 2019 Industry news How to make pickled eggs I’ve hesitated to write this post on how to make pickled eggs, because it seems like a no brainer. However, I do remember having to ask questions and scout around Google to discover the secrets to a good pickled egg, so I figured I’d save you some time. Pickled eggs are a fantastic way to… Zero Waste Week · 22 Jul 2019 Industry news Government consults on bio-plastics A government consultation will seek evidence to help develop standards for biodegradable, compostable and bio-based plastics. Defra and the department for business, energy and industrial strategy are seeking expert evidence on the sustainability of bio-based and biodegradable plastics in comparison with conventional plastic materials. They will also consider views on existing plastic degradatio… letsrecycle.com News · 22 Jul 2019 Industry news Industry progress on the sustainability of UCO and other wastes for biodiesel production The UK is one of the most successful European countries in utilising wastes for biofuels as a replacement for fossil fuels in our road vehicles. As a direct result of UK policy, significant investments have been made here to manufacture biodiesel from all sorts of wastes, from used cooking oils to sewage grease (‘fatbergs’) and many others in between that often otherwise end up in landfills. Th… REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 22 Jul 2019 Policy & government Flat 116B Ashley Gardens, London SW1P 1HL LON/00BK/LBC/2018/0049 & 0077 Residential Property Tribunal Decision of Judge L Rahman on Date 19 June 2019 GOV.UK · 22 Jul 2019 Industry news UK to lead global innovation in sustainable plastics New forms of packaging and sustainable plastics made from plants, wood chippings and food waste could be a step closer, thanks to new business and government investment. Open Access Government — Environment · 22 Jul 2019 Industry news What is the future of environmental education? Our Education Programmes Coordinator, Hannah Fairley, discusses with Dr Melissa Glackin, Senior Lecturer in Science Education at King’s College London... TRAID · 22 Jul 2019 Policy & government State-of-the-art technology creates smoother journeys for drivers Road users will get a smoother driving experience thanks to the pioneering technology used to resurface roads in north Yorkshire. GOV.UK · 22 Jul 2019 Industry news Labour to prioritise in-house contracts A Labour government would introduce legislation prioritising in-house contracts over outsourcing for local authorities, in areas including waste management, under plans announced this weekend. The proposals would make insourcing of public services by councils the “new normal”, Labour politicians have said. Andrew Gwynne, Shadow Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, revealed p… letsrecycle.com News · 22 Jul 2019 Policy & government UK to lead global innovation in sustainable plastics in drive to net zero New forms of packaging and plastic made from plants, wood chippings and food waste could be a step closer, thanks to new business and government investment. GOV.UK · 22 Jul 2019 Industry news Veolia’s Herts ERF refused planning permission Veolia’s plans for a 320,000 tonnes per year energy from waste (EfW) plant at Hoddesdon in Hertfordshire have been turned down by the Housing and Communities Secretary, James Brokenshire. The secretary of state’s decision comes despite the Planning Inspector having recommended approval for the plant after the plans were called in for review in early … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 22 Jul 2019 Industry news News in brief (22/07/19) With news on: Second international E-waste day announced; Smurfit Kappa opens Tuscan plant; Tendring waste lorries raise mental health awareness, and; Recycling Technologies tackles plastic at British Summer Time festival. International E-waste day is October 14 The second international e-waste day will be held on October 14, following the event’s first outing in 2018. The … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 22 Jul 2019 Industry news Circus celebration is just the ticket for Grundon’s 90th The post Circus celebration is just the ticket for Grundon’s 90th appeared first on Grundon . Grundon Waste Management · 22 Jul 2019 Industry news Lincolnshire councils consider twin-stream trial Councils in Lincolnshire are considering a trial of twin-stream recycling which would see paper and card collected separately from other commingled recyclable materials. Selected households in the areas covered by Boston borough council, North Kesteven district council and South Holland district council are set to take part in the scheme, which is due to start … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 22 Jul 2019 Council news Rhythmic Gymnastics Club Worcester - Worcester City Council Worcester Council · 21 Jul 2019 Council news Worcester Muslim Welfare Association - Worcester City Council Worcester Council · 21 Jul 2019 Council news Rugby Tots - Worcester City Council Worcester Council · 21 Jul 2019 Industry news Sustainable fabrics and how to find them It ought to be a simple question. Is this fabric sustainable? But of course, as always, there’s more to it than just finding out what our clothes are made from. I co-hosted an RSA Sustainable Households subgroup workshop with Nicola Mansfield, Senior Lecturer in Sustainable Fashion at the University of Westminster. During the workshop we… Zero Waste Week · 21 Jul 2019 Industry news Eco-friendly homes: a look at millennials and the housing market When you think about a typical house, it is usually made from either stone or brick, powered by electricity and has a roof structured to protect its residents from rain. However, as millennials hit the housing market, the criteria has begun to change and they are driving the construction of ‘wellness-minded’ buildings. Open Access Government — Environment · 20 Jul 2019 Council news Missed bins and service disruptions - Amber Valley Borough Council Amber Valley Council · 20 Jul 2019 Council news Fly-tipping and illegal waste disposal - East Riding of Yorkshire Council East Riding of Yorkshire Council · 19 Jul 2019 Industry news Industry welcomes Gove’s ‘commitment’ on waste Environment Secretary Michael Gove’s plea for government to continue momentum built up through the Resources and Waste Strategy has been welcomed by senior figures from the waste sector. On Wednesday (17 July) Mr Gove delivered a speech titled ‘time is running out’, potentially his last in the environment chair, in which he urged colleagues to … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 19 Jul 2019 Industry news Matt Western MP elected as new chair of the APPG on Electric Vehicles Matt Western MP has been elected as the new Chair of the APPG on Electric Vehicles (EVs) following an election held on Monday 15th July. Former Chair Rebecca Pow MP announced that she would be stepping down from the position last month following her new role as a Parliamentary Under-Secretary at the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport. REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 19 Jul 2019