Recycling news: 2024

Policy & government Cared-for children welcomed at Sellafield’s Engineering Centre Sellafield’s Engineering Centre of Excellence opened its doors to cared-for children with a special event at the Cleator Moor engineering and robotics hub. GOV.UK · 18 Dec 2024 Industry news Foods - Unilever Global Unilever news · 18 Dec 2024 Global Bioplastics: Paving the Way to Meet EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation Goals Brussels, 18 December 2024 – European Bioplastics (EUBP) welcomes the adoption of the European Union’s ambitious Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). The adoption by the Council on 16 December represents the final step in the co-legislative procedure before its entry into force. The PPWR places significant emphasis on sustainable packaging solutions, with biobased [...] European Bioplastics News · 18 Dec 2024 Industry news Lincoln Council awards £50 million contract to Biffa City of Lincoln Council awards new £50 million waste/recycling and street cleansing contract to Biffa. The contract is set to commence on 1 September 2026, following the conclusion of the current agreement on 31 August 2026. The contract is valued at approximately £5.5 million per year and runs for an initial term of 8.5 years. […] Circular Online (CIWM) · 18 Dec 2024 Industry news EU plastics industry calls for ‘decisive and targeted action’ Eighteen industry stakeholders across the plastic value chain have called for “immediate efforts” to strengthen the European industry, promoting “resilience”. Plastics Recyclers Europe (PRE) has said that increased exports of non-EU recycled plastics, reduced investments in domestic raw materials production and recycling, as well as lack of demand for EU virgin and recycled plastics, is … Read … letsrecycle.com News · 18 Dec 2024 Global “Elektrische kraan was een logische duurzame keuze” Vanheede wil steeds verder gaan in het recupereren van grondstoffen uit afvalstromen. Vandaag slaagt het familiebedrijf met hoofdzetel in Geluwe er al in om 98,4% van het afval dat het inzamelt te recyclen of er een nuttige toepassing voor te vinden. Het blijft investeren om dichter bij die 100% te geraken. In Rumbeke kwam er […] Het bericht “Elektrische kraan was een logische duurzame keuze” v… RecyclePro · 18 Dec 2024 Industry news 32% of local authorities are aware of upcoming ETS expansion Only 32% of local authorities said they were aware of the upcoming expansion of the Emissions Trading Scheme to include Energy-from-Waste, according to a new survey by RECOUP. Circular Online (CIWM) · 18 Dec 2024 Policy & government DESA ship recycling reports This series brings together documents relating to Defence Equipment Sales Authority (DESA) ship recycling. GOV.UK · 18 Dec 2024 Policy & government Recycling of the former RFA Diligence Details of the recycling of the former RFA Diligence. GOV.UK · 18 Dec 2024 Industry news MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Carbogenics: Free Webinar: Biochar and Biogas – A Winning Combination! Following the success of their recent webinar on the fundamentals of Anaerobic Digestion (AD), Carbogenics heard your enthusiasm for deeper insights into biochar’s role in AD. So, They’re excited to announce a new webinar that dives straight into what you’ve been asking for—a dedicated session on Biochar in AD! REGISTER NOW Join us for this… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 18 Dec 2024 Global This Peak Buying Season, It’s Time to Rethink Fashion’s Growth Obsession Moving beyond growth and the mentality that “more stuff is better” could help reshape the fashion system—and make us happier in the long run. This article is co-authored by Katia Dayan Vladimirova, Marula Tsangkari, and Rachel Sheila Khan and was originally published in Common Dreams. Fast fashion is a poster child of capitalism. Over the past 20 years, fashion production, consumption—and texti… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 18 Dec 2024 Industry news Scotland’s Circular Economy and Waste Route Map to 2030 - Zero Waste Scotland Zero Waste Scotland · 18 Dec 2024 Policy & government Premier's Sustainability Awards – 2020 winners and finalists - Sustainability Victoria Sustainability Victoria · 18 Dec 2024 Industry news Restoration of a pond hopes to support biodiversity in Pembrokeshire - Nestlé UK Nestle UK media · 18 Dec 2024 Industry news PepsiCo’s UK Tax Policy - PepsiCo UK PepsiCo UK stories · 18 Dec 2024 Council news Christmas waste collections - Dudley Council News Dudley Council · 18 Dec 2024 Global Best of Greenpeace ships 2024 Our ships are a source of strength for millions of Greenpeacers across the globe. Keeping our tradition, Greenpeace ships and our awesome ship's crew led and witnessed various campaigns throughout the year. Greenpeace International · 18 Dec 2024 Global Best of Greenpeace actions in 2024 We witnessed some very courageous actions across the world. This short selection of images proves that Greenpeace's spirit is alive and well. Greenpeace International · 18 Dec 2024 Industry news Six years on: why is mandatory food waste reporting still on hold This post is by Adam Isaacs, Public Affairs Manager UK and Ireland at Too Good to Go. Cast your mind back to the heady days of 2018: the summer was sweltering, a royal wedding dominated the tabloids, ‘Black Panther’ had everyone talking and Gareth Southgate’s […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 18 Dec 2024 Council news Brown Bin Recycling (Food and Garden) - Causeway Coast & Glens Borough Council Causeway Coast and Glens Council · 18 Dec 2024 Policy & government DVSA sets out plan to reduce driving test waiting times Recruiting 450 driving examiners and improving rules for booking driving tests will reduce driving test waiting times to help new drivers get on the road. GOV.UK · 18 Dec 2024 Council news Search results - Belfast City Council Belfast Council · 17 Dec 2024 Global Member portrait: Shandong Ruian Biotechnology Co., Ltd Ms Shuyi An, Chairman,Shandong Ruian Biotechnology Co., Ltd Every month, we present 5 facts about a member of European Bioplastics. This time, Ms Shuyi An, Chairman, Shandong Ruian Biotechnology Co., Ltd, shares some interesting insights on the company. 5 Facts about Shandong Ruian Biotechnology Co., Ltd Gregeo's products cover synthetic and modified [...] European Bioplastics News · 17 Dec 2024 Council news Our New WhatsApp Channel - Boston Borough Council Boston Council · 17 Dec 2024 Global Encuentro junto a la compostera: Gestión de residuos orgánicos y recicladores de base: Experiencias en Argentina y Colombia Dado el creciente interés y número de cooperativas de recicladores de base involucrados en proyectos de gestión de residuos orgánicos, y al mismo tiempo la gran necesidad de gestionar estos […] GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 17 Dec 2024 Council news Childhood Immunisations - South Ayrshire Council South Ayrshire Council · 17 Dec 2024 Industry news The spat amongst the chickens KFC’s admission that it won’t meet the Better Chicken Commitment has ruffled the feathers of those behind the scheme. Others in foodservice need to watch out, says David Burrows. The 2026 deadline for the Better Chicken Commitment (BCC) is fast approaching, but are companies on track to deliver on their promises? So asked Compassion in […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 17 Dec 2024 Policy & government Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidation (CVL) research report for the Insolvency Service This report reviews the efficiency and effectiveness of the CVL process, and on pre-appointment expenses / fees in general. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2024 Industry news Highland council calls off plans for new incinerator Environmental campaigner Friends of the Earth Scotland has praised the decision of Highland council to call off its plans for a new incinerator to burn household waste. The council was said to be planning on building an incinerator which could burn up to 65,000 tonnes per year but decided to find alternative arrangements for household … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 17 Dec 2024 Policy & government Inclusion & Diversity Annual Report 23-24 This report outlines the work we have been doing to help make the IPO a truly inclusive employer. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2024 Global «Ms. von der Leyen…», l’appello del settore plastica: «Nostra competitività minacciata, Ue a un bivio» The post «Ms. von der Leyen…», l’appello del settore plastica: «Nostra competitività minacciata, Ue a un bivio» appeared first on FEAD - European Waste Management Association . FEAD (European Waste Management Association) · 17 Dec 2024 Industry news L’Oréal Groupe and Chenavari announce the creation of the Solstice Fund to accelerate decarbonization for industrial partners INCPEN (Industry Council for Packaging and the Environment) · 17 Dec 2024 Industry news Browse the Things | Stirling Reuse Hub - Library of Things Library of Things · 17 Dec 2024 Industry news Unified approach could improve nature, climate and health all at once The biodiversity, climate, health, water and food crises need to be addressed together rather than regarded as separate issues, urges a major report New Scientist — Environment · 17 Dec 2024 Industry news Ireland’s recycling rate ‘stagnant’ for a decade Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Ireland has revealed that the country’s municipal recycling rate “remains stagnant” at 41%, with no significant improvement in 10 years. EPA Ireland’s findings derive from its Circular Economy and Waste Statistics Highlights Report 2022. This report has found that Ireland generated 15.7 million tonnes of waste in 2022, which, although a … Read More The post… letsrecycle.com News · 17 Dec 2024 Global Net-zero solutions for the new EU Commission ESWET strongly supports the European Net Zero Alliance (ENZA)’s “100 Measures for 100 Days” report addressed to the new European Commission. ... ESWET (European Suppliers of Waste-to-Energy Technology) · 17 Dec 2024 Industry news Year in pictures 2024: Greenpeace’s greatest campaign moments recorded on camera In 2024, our movement continued the fight to protect the oceans, combat climate change, stand up to polluters and tackle deforestation. Greenpeace UK · 17 Dec 2024 Global Bedrijfsleven slaat handen ineen voor een circulaire economie ‘Nederlandse overheid kan niet achterblijven’ “Wat we nodig hebben, zijn heldere doelen en een stabiel stimuleringsbeleid. Dan is het voor ondernemers mogelijk om meer circulaire verdienmodellen te realiseren. Met natuurlijk ook voldoende financiële middelen om te innoveren en om de concurrentie met fossiele en andere grondstoffen – en met de afvalverbranding van herbruikbare materialen – […] H… RecyclePro · 17 Dec 2024 Industry news The Benefits of Waste Compactors and Balers for Businesses More than just a legal requirement, efficient waste management is essential to operational effectiveness and sustainability in today’s corporate environment. […] Countrystyle Recycling · 17 Dec 2024 Industry news The most encouraging climate solutions and green technologies of 2024 Renewable energy continued to grow in 2024, and there were other hopeful developments in technologies aiming to reverse the rise in greenhouse gas emissions New Scientist — Environment · 17 Dec 2024