Recycling news: 2024

Industry news Spraying rice with sunscreen particles during heatwaves boosts growth Zinc nanoparticles, a common sunscreen ingredient, can make plants more resilient to climate change – in a surprising way New Scientist — Environment · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news The COP16 biodiversity summit was a big flop for protecting nature Although the COP16 summit in Colombia ended with some important agreements, countries still aren’t moving fast enough to stem biodiversity loss New Scientist — Environment · 4 Nov 2024 Global Seminario web técnico | Plásticos y salud: información fundamental para el Tratado Global de Plásticos El lunes 28 de octubre se desarrolló el seminario en línea Plásticos y salud: información fundamental para el Tratado Global de Plásticos, con el objetivo de entregar información técnica sobre […] GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news easyJet and Airbus partner to improve SAF affordability easyJet and Airbus are trialling a model to help explore how airlines can partner with organisations to finance SAF, stimulate supply for future mandate requirements and drive down prices to make the fuel more affordable. As well as this, the trial will help organisations address the carbon footprint of their business travel and meet their … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news COP29: What is the ‘new collective quantified goal’ on climate finance? As nations assemble at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, one issue is expected to dominate the... Carbon Brief · 4 Nov 2024 Council news Did You Know? - Horsham District Council Horsham Council · 4 Nov 2024 Global Why a class approach The EU Restriction on the class of PFAS is an urgent cross border solution to halt new contamination in Europe from these ‘forever chemicals’, prevent an increase in their long-term public health impacts and incentivize the widespread adoption of safer substitutes. The EU Restriction on PFAS covers over 10,000 substances and is an urgent and cost-effective solution to the widespread public heal… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 4 Nov 2024 Council news What is Biodiversity Net Gain? - Horsham District Council Horsham Council · 4 Nov 2024 Global MARTIN will supply components for WtE plant in the Czech Republic Slovenské Energetické Strojárne and United Energy have commissioned ESWET member MARTIN to supply the main components of the combustion and... ESWET (European Suppliers of Waste-to-Energy Technology) · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news Tyre bodies urge Defra to act on ‘stalled’ implementation of rules Tyre bodies have come together to write a joint letter to the Defra secretary of state, Steve Reed, calling for reforms to improve environmental management, secure the industry and contribute to national wealth creation. The Tyre Recovery Association (TRA), the Imported Tyre Manufacturers Association, the British Tyre Manufacturers Association and the National Tyre Distributors Association … Re… letsrecycle.com News · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news Global climate hazards and the way to resilience 1.2 billion people around the world are at risk of life-altering impacts from climate hazards like heatwaves, flooding, hurricanes, and drought. Open Access Government — Environment · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news ‘Peace with nature’ is impossible unless we move away from fossil fuels This post is by Robbie MacPherson, a former Green Alliance politics adviser, and now a Churchill Fellow spending time in Denmark and Colombia investigating what the UK can learn from their experiences of moving away from oil and gas. It is part of our COP16 […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news The Role of Technology in Enhancing Extended Producer Responsibility Effectiveness The post The Role of Technology in Enhancing Extended Producer Responsibility Effectiveness appeared first on Clarity . Clarity Environmental · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news Bootle community group clinch funding to cut waste, grow food and create compost A local, green-fingered group have secured funding to help grow food and cut waste – all from their community garden in a Bootle park. Friends of South Park in Bootle, Sefton, have received £7985 from the Zero Waste Community Fund 2024/25 to deliver the Compost Creators! project. The Fund supports local waste prevention, reuse and - Continue Reading Merseyside Recycling and Waste Authority · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news 2023 Sustainability Report – Landbell Group We are very pleased to share our 2023 sustainability report with you. This is the second year of preparing this report, and it can be credited to the contributions from colleagues from across the business. Der Beitrag 2023 Sustainability Report – Landbell Group erschien zuerst auf United Kingdom (EN) . ERP UK (European Recycling Platform) · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news Making an Impact in the Circular Economy Sector since 2004 The European Recycling Platform (ERP) celebrates its 20th anniversary and highlights how its activity has contributed to the circular economy sector Der Beitrag Making an Impact in the Circular Economy Sector since 2004 erschien zuerst auf United Kingdom (EN) . ERP UK (European Recycling Platform) · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news UK tyre bodies unite to call for DEFRA action – end T-8 exemption and whole tyre exports Friday 01 November, the Tyre Recovery Association (TRA), the Imported Tyre Manufacturers Association, the British Tyre Manufacturers Association and the National Tyre Distributors Association have written a joint letter to the DEFRA Secretary, Steve Reed MP. ATF Professional · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news Ensuring Fairness in EPR: Supporting Compliance Across the Supply Chain The post Ensuring Fairness in EPR: Supporting Compliance Across the Supply Chain appeared first on Clarity . Clarity Environmental · 4 Nov 2024 Council news Local Development Plan 2: Comprehensive Guide and Useful Links - East Dunbartonshire Council East Dunbartonshire Council · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news Total net greenhouse gas emissions in the EU dropped by 8% last year The reduction is close to that recorded in Europe at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic Positive News · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news US government urged to take tougher stance in UN plastic treaty Ten US states on Friday called for the United States federal government to advocate for stronger measures in an upcoming United Nations plastic treaty. Circular Online (CIWM) · 4 Nov 2024 Council news Pay your Council Tax by Direct Debit - Kirklees Council Kirklees Council · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news Biffa expands food waste offering with Keenan Recycling acquisition Biffa, a UK leader in sustainable waste management, has announced the acquisition of Keenan Recycling, a prominent food waste collections provider, to bolster its food waste collection capabilities. This strategic move comes ahead of the anticipated rise in market demand and regulatory changes under the Simpler Recycling legislation. Founded in 2003, Keenan Recycling provides […] Circular Online (CIWM) · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news COP29: Everything You Need to Know About the UN Climate Change Conferences COP29, the 29th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, is a crucial event for global climate action. It brings together world leaders, scientists and activists, to address the urgent issue of climate change. This year's conference will take place in Baku, Azerbaijan, from November 11th to 22nd, 2024. We wrote this article to break down this pivotal event. Cl… Bywaters · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news OPINION: ‘How to effectively decarbonise UK’s crucial energy from waste sector’ Gavin Ramsey, waste and circular economy sector director for Synergie Environ, looks at options for decarbonising the UK’s Energy from Waste sector. BBC’s report stating that energy from waste (EfW) produced “the same amount of greenhouse gases for each unit of energy as coal power” has prompted considerable debate about the study itself, the technology … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news 14.5 million people willing to ‘boycott’ Black Friday, new research shows A recent survey has revealed that 14.5 million UK residents, or 27% of adults, would be willing to “boycott” Black Friday. Circular Online (CIWM) · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news Defra Announces Ban on Single-Use Vapes from June 2025 The post Defra Announces Ban on Single-Use Vapes from June 2025 appeared first on Clarity . Clarity Environmental · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news Fever-Tree, Earthwatch Europe & Mitchells & Butlers: Stakeholder Engagement Award The partnership between Fever-Tree, Earthwatch Europe, and Mitchells & Butlers, the parent company of All Bar One, recently received the Stakeholder Engagement Award at the Footprint 2024 Drinks Sustainability Awards. This recognition highlights the success of their collaboration, which began in 2021 with funding for London’s first Tiny Forest and has since grown into a […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news Canned Wine Co. Sustainable Supplier Award Canned Wine Co. is delighted to win the Sustainable Supplier award at the 2024 Footprint Media sustainability awards. Our team work tirelessly to implement a holistic approach to positive change throughout our supply chain to become the most sustainable version of ourselves. We realise it’s a work in progress but believe we are getting better […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news EU Deforestation-Free Rules: Impact on Businesses & Commodities The EU Deforestation-Free Regulation aims to combat global deforestation and protect biodiversity. Our blog explains which businesses are affected, what they need to do, and key deadlines for compliance. Learn more about how to navigate these new rules and how to ensure your business is prepared. Valpak · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news Progress Against Recycling Targets: Q3 PRN Data The post Progress Against Recycling Targets: Q3 PRN Data appeared first on Clarity . Clarity Environmental · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news COP29: Clashes over cash are set to dominate the climate conference The focus is on finance at the UN climate summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, this month, but countries are a long way from any kind of consensus New Scientist — Environment · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news Too Good To Go launches parcels service in UK Surplus food app Too Good To Go has launched a new service designed for Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) brands and manufacturers. The new service – Too Good To Go Parcels – will purchase surplus items directly from brands. Participating brands will be required to ship their products to Too Good To Go’s new packing facility … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 4 Nov 2024 Global Good news roundup: Nine people and climate wins! Notable wins in the climate and environmental justice space to inspire us in our fight for a better, greener, and fairer world for all. Greenpeace International · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news ALDI’S KEVIN THE CARROT RETURNS FOR INCREDIBLE CHRISTMAS ASSIGNMENT Shoppers will be delighted to hear that their favourite carrot, Kevin, is returning to screens on Monday 4th November as Aldi launches its 2024 Christmas campaign. The advert opens in a festive snowy village on Christmas Eve, but it soon transpires something is going on as a black and white van screeches into view. A […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news Rethink Every Drop – 2023 Sustainable Beverage Campaign. At Kerry our expertise is in taste and nutrition, and we have a wealth of experience in product formulations to help our customers deliver on great tasting beverages for foodservice operators. The beverage industry has a huge role to play by creating more sustainable products that are better for our health, our planet without compromising on […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 4 Nov 2024 Policy & government Learning Support Fund 8th edition: 2024 to 2025 Information for academic authorities and students on pre-registration healthcare programmes in the 2024 to 2025 academic year. GOV.UK · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news MPI to use machine learning for steelmaking R&D The Materials Processing Institute (MPI) has announced a new collaboration with machine learning company Intellegens. MPI is a research and innovation centre serving steel and materials organisations worldwide. The partnership aims to reduce the carbon emissions associated with the next generation of Electric Arc Furnaces (EAFs). MPI will use the company’s Alchemite machine learning suite … Rea… letsrecycle.com News · 4 Nov 2024 Industry news UK tyre bodies unite to call for DEFRA action – end T-8 exemption and whole tyre exports TRA, ITMA, BTMA, NTDA, representing every stage of car tyre industry, write to Secretary of State, Steve Reed MP Following Labour’s first budget, UK industry call for reforms to improve environmental management, secure British industry and contribute to national wealth creation Friday 01 November, the Tyre Recovery Association (TRA), the Imported Tyre Manufacturers Association, the… Tyre Recovery Association · 4 Nov 2024 Global Who pays for climate damages? Making Big Oil pay is most popular policy option, research finds Making the oil and gas industry pay for climate impacts is ranked as the favoured policy choice, according to a survey conducted in eight countries across five continents. Greenpeace International · 4 Nov 2024