Recycling news: 2022

Industry news CDP vows to tackle plastic pollution by expanding environmental disclosure system Environmental disclosure organisation CDP will expand its global environmental disclosure system in an effort to help solve the plastic pollution problem. edie — Circular Economy tag · 22 Sept 2022 Industry news ‘Addressing mixtures is needed and overdue’ – an interview with Professor Andreas Kortenkamp on chemical mixtures CHEM Trust recently sat down with Professor Andreas Kortenkamp from Brunel University London to discuss his recent research on the impact of exposure to chemical mixtures on male fertility. The new study, ‘Combined exposures to bisphenols, polychlorinated dioxins, paracetamol, and phthalates as drivers of deteriorating semen quality’, found that our exposures to mixtures of these […] CHEM Trust · 22 Sept 2022 Industry news Vehicle briefs (22/09/2022) With news on: Hybrid vehicle unveiled at RWM and Letsrecycle Live; hydrogen-fuelled RCV arrives in St Helens; Recycling Lives receive all-electric skip trucks; J&B Recycling invests over £150,000 in electric vehicles; and, councils trial HVO-powered RCVs Hybrid vehicle unveiled at RWM and Letsrecycle Live Organics specialist Keenan Recycling unveiled “a first-of-its-kind” hybrid vehicle at RWM … letsrecycle.com News · 22 Sept 2022 Global WHO Air Quality Guidelines: One year on, what has changed? A year ago today, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced a new set of guidelines for improving air quality across the globe. The launch of the new Global Air Quality Guidelines (AQGs) marked an ambitious step forward in the mission to improve people’s health – but one year on, the EU is still dragging its heels. On September 22, 2021, the World Health Organization updated their Air Quali… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 22 Sept 2022 Policy & government Our plan for patients The government’s plans for the NHS and social care to deliver for patients, this winter and next. GOV.UK · 22 Sept 2022 Industry news NBF Crowns 11 Bed Industry Winners At Annual Awards Ceremony The National Bed Federation (NBF) crowned its 2022 Bed Industry Awards winners last night at the Bed Show Gala Dinner in Telford. An independent panel of judges selected 11 winners from a shortlist of finalists comprising NBF members, their sales agents/reps, and supporting bed retailers. This year’s winners were Elevate Ultra Turing Plush mattress by […] National Bed Federation · 22 Sept 2022 Industry news Thames Hospice says a special thank you to supporters The post Thames Hospice says a special thank you to supporters appeared first on Grundon . Grundon Waste Management · 22 Sept 2022 Industry news Could a littering heat map solve the waste problem? Dyl Kurpil explains the value of a littering heat map in creating a proactive, intelligence-driven anti-litter strategy. Open Access Government — Environment · 22 Sept 2022 Industry news Why your business should care about sustainability Why should I care about sustainability? In this blog we explore money and sustainability - the missing link Bywaters · 22 Sept 2022 Industry news Act early to avoid high procurement costs, councils warned Local authorities need to act early to prepare for future waste legislation as procurement is set to become more expensive, according to Peter Jones, principal consultant at Eunomia. Speaking on 15 September at RWM & Letsrecycle Live during a panel discussion, Mr Jones warned that local authorities will need to act quickly on a range … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 22 Sept 2022 Global Flexible packaging containing aluminium foil added to CEFLEX design guidelines remit CEFLEX in collaboration with Flexible Packaging Europe, the European Aluminium Foil Association and other key actors are working on ‘Designing for a Circular Economy’ guidelines for flexible packaging containing aluminium foil. CEFLEX (Circular Economy for Flexible Packaging) · 22 Sept 2022 Industry news Recycle Right – it matters A new advertising campaign reminding people of what they can and should recycle, and why it matters, has launched across the Liverpool City Region. Recycling Matters campaign adverts will be appearing on buses, trains, train stations and digital outdoor displays, as well as on local radio and on social media from September through to February. - Continue Reading Merseyside Recycling and Waste Authority · 22 Sept 2022 Industry news LETTER: Deep Sagar on ‘inflationary’ single use plastics bans With the Welsh Government introducing a bill this week which will ban a range of single use items if approved, the chair of the government’s Advisory Committee on Packaging has written to letsrecycle.com. The letter from Deep Sagar comes after the Welsh government hailed its plans as “ground-breaking”(see letsrecycle.com story). If approved, a range of … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 22 Sept 2022 Global To Stop Plastic Pollution, Single-use Plastics Production Must Stop Busan, South Korea— As governments, industry, academe, civil society and other stakeholders gather for the 7th International Marine Debris Conference (7IMDC, September 18-23, 2022), the global #breakfreefromplastic movement highlights the need to significantly reduce plastic production in order to stop plastic pollution of every kind. Over 99% of plastics are made of fossil fuels, a […] Break Free From Plastic · 22 Sept 2022 Industry news PM’s plan to weaken water rules will make sewage problem worse Commenting on news reports that the UK government will use tomorrow’s “mini Budget” to weaken rules regulating the levels of phosphates and nitrates in waterways, Greenpeace UK’s chief scientist Dr Doug Parr said: “Instead of cracking down on the tsunami of sewage entering our rivers and seas, Liz Truss is now allowing housing firms to add to the […] Greenpeace UK · 22 Sept 2022 Industry news Climate Action: More than a North Star The world is facing the combined challenges of climate change, resource scarcity, supply disruptions – to name a few. And now, most recently, an unprecedented rise in energy prices is adding even more pressure on households and businesses. The time for meaningful action is now. And it is no longer a matter of choice, explains Signify UK chief executive Stephen Rouatt. edie — Circular Economy tag · 22 Sept 2022 Industry news Suez UK ‘looks forward to cementing new ownership’ In the wake of the decision by the ‘new’ Suez S.A. business in France to take up its ‘Right of First Refusal’ to buy Suez UK from Veolia, the UK business’ chief executive has responded. John Scanlon, chief executive officer for SUEZ recycling and recovery UK said: “Four weeks ago the Competition and Markets Authority … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 22 Sept 2022 Policy & government PAYE and Corporate Tax receipts from the banking sector: 2022 Statistics on PAYE Income Tax and National Insurance contributions, Bank Levy, Bank Surcharge, Corporation Tax and Bank Payroll Tax receipts from the banking sector. GOV.UK · 22 Sept 2022 Industry news Veolia reaffirms ‘leading role’ in UK as Suez sale looms The ending of a two-year ownership battle over Suez recycling and recovery UK is in sight after the newly-formed Suez S.A. in France took up its right yesterday to buy the UK Suez from Veolia. Veolia issued a statement late yesterday (21 September) saying it took note that “Suez S.A. (Suez) has exercised its right … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 22 Sept 2022 Global Half-term for the Green Deal – where are we at? As students make their way back to school, EU institutions are entering a new year full of challenges and opportunities. The European Environmental Bureau (EEB) takes a look at what they should prioritise in the upcoming months to help ensure a better future where people and nature thrive together. Many opportunities lie in the future of the European Green Deal (EGD), consisting of a growing se… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 22 Sept 2022 Industry news Businesses and NGOs convene to advocate for ambitious plastic pollution treaty Businesses, financial institutions, and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) have come together to announce plans to establish an “ambitious” global treaty to end plastic pollution. edie — Circular Economy tag · 22 Sept 2022 Industry news Defra ministerial appointments – latest updates Keep checking here for latest updates on developments at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) following the election of Liz Truss as prime minister. Lord Benyon reappointed Lord Benyon has been reappointed as parliamentary under secretary of state at Defra. Mr Benyon is the only Defra minister to have his responsibilities confirmed … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 22 Sept 2022 Industry news Ward scoops Waste Supplier of the Year Award Derbyshire-based metal recycling and waste management specialist Ward is celebrating winning Waste Supplier of the Year at this year’s British Demolition Awards. Ward Recycling · 22 Sept 2022 Industry news LIDL GB TO GIVE PAY RISE TO ALL STORE AND WAREHOUSE COLLEAGUES NEXT WEEK MAKING IT THE HIGHEST PAYING SUPERMARKET - Lidl Lidl GB media centre · 22 Sept 2022 Council news Briefing Note Bromsgrove District Council CCTV Scheme, Static and Re - moderngovwebpublic.bromsgrove.gov.uk Bromsgrove Council · 22 Sept 2022 Industry news Suez and Veolia agree £2 billion deal for Suez UK Suez has signed an “irrevocable sale option” with Veolia worth £2 billion for the acquisition of Suez’s former waste activities in the United Kingdom. The UK branch of Suez has been separately owned by Veolia as a consequence of Veolia’s purchase of much of Suez earlier this year. Under the terms of the agreement, which … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 21 Sept 2022 Industry news The Energy Bill Relief Scheme: A welcome intervention but does not address the underlying energy crisis REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 21 Sept 2022 Global EU Commission under pressure to take on food waste scandal As a new report unveils the magnitude of the EU’s food waste, the European Commission faces pressure to put an end to the scandal with ambitious targets, Roberta Arbinolo reports. The EU wastes more food than it imports, damaging EU food security amid the cost-of-living crisis: it is the striking finding of a new report released this week by environmental NGO Feedback EU. In 2021, the EU import… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 21 Sept 2022 Industry news CSG announces record waste recovery as new report published Industry leaders CSG has announced a best-ever 87% waste recovery record in its – and revealed how it will achieve Net Zero by 2040. Waste management specialist CSG has taken the wraps off its first Environmental Sustainability Report, which sets out what the company is doing today to limit the operation’s impact on the planet […] CSG (Cleansing Service Group) · 21 Sept 2022 Industry news Awards Fever Returns Six MPMA member companies battle for top accolades As the nights draw in and the temperature drops, thoughts turn towards dinner suits, London taxis and late nights out. Yes, the […] MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 21 Sept 2022 Industry news WRA delivers successful Autumn Meeting and events in Birmingham Thank you to all our members who attended our Autumn members’ meeting in Birmingham last week and all those who visited our stand and events at RWM and Letsrecycle Live afterwards. Over 80 WRA members attended our early morning meeting at the Hilton Metropole featuring high-profile speakers from Defra and the Environment Agency as well […] Wood Recyclers Association · 21 Sept 2022 Industry news Das neue McSmart Menü - mcdonalds.com McDonald's UK newsroom · 21 Sept 2022 Industry news Tidy Planet commissioned for first full-size RDF Small Waste Incineration Plant ORGANIC waste and Energy-from-Waste (EfW) solutions specialist, Tidy Planet, has sold a new plant to Brooke Energy, in Exeter. The Small Waste Incineration Plant (SWIP) is replacing a redundant biomass facility that Brooke Energy recently acquired. The new combined heat and power system will process three tonnes per hour – 24,000 tonnes per annum –... Skip & Waste Magazine · 21 Sept 2022 Global 10 Ways to Make the Energy System Sustainable, Secure and Just By Marguerite Culot and Nick Meynen This year, the EU’s sustainable energy week comes at the height of a massive energy crisis. If you find it easier to imagine the end of the world than the end of the energy crisis, we have news for you: solutions to rebuild our broken energy system exist, writes Marguerite Culot and Nick Meynen In five words: sufficiency, metrics, renewables, resources and ju… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 21 Sept 2022 Industry news Apple Season: Apple Puree Recipe The post Apple Season: Apple Puree Recipe appeared first on City Harvest . City Harvest London · 21 Sept 2022 Industry news Velocys posts £5.7m loss in interim half-year results Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) company Velocys today (21 September) announced a £5.7m loss before income tax for the six-month period covering January to June this year. In the same six-month period in 2021, the company lost £2.2m. Velocys says their losses last year were lower because they included a gross profit of £3.3m. The “key … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 21 Sept 2022 Industry news Viridor strikes deal to acquire Tilbury Docks EfW rights EXCLUSIVE: Viridor has agreed to acquire Thameside Energy Recovery Facility Ltd, the company which owns the rights to develop and construct a 350,000 tonne energy from waste (EfW) plant in Tilbury Docks, East London, from Irish utility firm ESB. The deal means Viridor now has a stake in three EfW plants serving London, with Beddington … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 21 Sept 2022 Industry news Q3 Newsletter – September 2022 In this edition of The Circular, find out when EPR for Packaging will be implemented and read about this year’s school battery recycling competition. Download Der Beitrag Q3 Newsletter – September 2022 erschien zuerst auf United Kingdom (EN) . ERP UK (European Recycling Platform) · 21 Sept 2022 Industry news Chemical pollution in rivers: CHEM Trust’s fringe event at the Conservative Party Conference CHEM Trust is co-hosting a fringe event at this year’s Conservative Party Conference ‘Restoring the health of our rivers: addressing the chemical pollution undermining their resilience’. We are running this in partnership with Breast Cancer UK and Wildlife and Countryside Link. The event will provide an opportunity to raise the topic of chemical pollution in rivers […] CHEM Trust · 21 Sept 2022 Policy & government Using deliberative policy design methods to support better climate policymaking The CCC recently collaborated with Lancaster University on a deliberative policy design process, focused on policies for decarbonising owner-occupied homes. We convened a citizens’ panel on home energy decarbonisation – bringing together 24 homeowners to explore policies for dealing with the challenge of retrofitting homes with efficiency measures and low-carbon heating. This work informs the C… Climate Change Committee · 21 Sept 2022