Recycling news: 2024

Council news Regulation Committee - Wigan Council Wigan Council · 18 Oct 2024 Industry news REA responds to comments on BECCS made by the Shadow Net Zero Secretary REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 18 Oct 2024 Policy & government Decision for PSM Recycling and HIAB Services Limited Written decision of the Traffic Commissioner for Wales for PSM Recycling and HIAB Services Limited GOV.UK · 18 Oct 2024 Industry news ALDI CONTINUES TO CUT DOWN ON PLASTIC PACKAGING Aldi is removing the plastic windows and trays from several of its savoury goods lines. The supermarket’s Specially Selected pies and quiches, as well as Crestwood frittatas and quiches, will now come in cardboard packaging, removing the need for plastic windows. Additionally, the plastic trays will be removed from its Crestwood twin slices and Crestwood […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 18 Oct 2024 Industry news Celebrating International Repair Day 2024 Circular Communities Scotland is proud to celebrate International Repair Day, an annual ‘celebration for everyone who makes repair happen in communities around the world’, on behalf of our Share and Repair Network. The Share and Repair Network works to support and represent repair initiatives across Scotland, helping to establish new repair projects, as well as [...] Circular Communities Scotland · 18 Oct 2024 Industry news WRAP calls for ban on fresh produce packaging In a new report, WRAP has called for the UK government to place a ban on primary packaging for whole, uncut fresh produce items sold in amounts less than 1.5kg. WRAP said that in the UK, 70% of all edible post farm-gate food waste comes from people’s homes, with fresh fruit and vegetables accounting for … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 18 Oct 2024 Policy & government Free embedded battery product drop-off for South Australians - Green Industries SA Green Industries SA · 18 Oct 2024 Research & science Inequities blocking the path to circular economies: A bio-inspired network-based approach for assessing the sustainability of th - repository.tudelft.nl TU Delft News · 18 Oct 2024 Global New Partnership in African Metals Recycling The on the African continent active company Romco Group (headquartered in the UK) and Luxembourgian company Elemental Group form a partnership in the metal recycling industry on the continent. According to the joint press release, the alliance will accelerate and diversify Romco’s existing growth plans and reinforce its position as a key player in the […] Global Recycling · 18 Oct 2024 Industry news What went right this week: the global south’s ‘energy revolution’, plus more An ‘energy revolution’ began in the global south, the US got a new marine reserve, and diseases were defeated, plus more Positive News · 18 Oct 2024 Council news Councillor Martyn Smethurst - Wigan Council Wigan Council · 18 Oct 2024 Council news Celebrating Rushcliffe Awards - Rushcliffe Borough Council Rushcliffe Council · 17 Oct 2024 Council news Funding for Energy Efficiency Measures - East Devon District Council East Devon Council · 17 Oct 2024 Industry news Green and pleasant land – Tesco partners with Forestry England to transform woodland landscape in Somerset INCPEN (Industry Council for Packaging and the Environment) · 17 Oct 2024 Policy & government County Durham man sentenced for illegal waste dumping A man described as ‘arrogant’ by a judge has been sentenced for arranging waste to be illegally dumped on his rural land near Consett. GOV.UK · 17 Oct 2024 Global Rethinking European Homes exhibition – 04-08 November 2024 – Brussels Rethinking European Homes exhibition Rue d’Arlon 104, 1040 Brussels, 04.11.2024-08.11.2024 The built environment—the homes, schools, and infrastructure that support our daily lives—has powerful yet underused potential […] European Environmental Bureau · 17 Oct 2024 Industry news WATCH: Saving wildlife in a land on fire Watch this astonishing story from Paula, a wildlife rescuer on the frontlines of the burning Pantanal region of Brazil. Greenpeace UK · 17 Oct 2024 Industry news China Briefing 17 October 2024: China’s electrification to disrupt oil; High-level environment meeting; Aligning China’s population and climate policies Welcome to Carbon Brief’s China Briefing. China Briefing handpicks and explains the most important climate... Carbon Brief · 17 Oct 2024 Industry news Defra to launch internal regulatory review Defra has announced that it will be conducting an internal regulatory review led by economist Dan Corry. The review is set to examine whether the regulatory landscape inherited by the current government is fit for purpose and develop recommendations to ensure that policies drive economic growth while protecting the environment. Defra said that the review … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 17 Oct 2024 Global Gender and Toxics: The hidden burden of mercury and other hazardous chemicals on women’s health Exposure to harmful chemicals, including mercury, claims the lives of over 1.5 million people globally each year. As research shows, the overwhelming majority among them are women. This article was prepared by Maria Kornienko and Andreas Budiman. Women around the world are exposed to significantly higher levels of toxic chemicals compared to men. Such an imbalance reveals yet another dark dimen… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 17 Oct 2024 Policy & government Mr T Houston v Fenix Battery Recycling Ltd: 8001094/2024 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 17 Oct 2024 Council news Schools and learning - Newport City Council Newport Council · 17 Oct 2024 Industry news OPINION: ‘A recipe for success – preparing for weekly food waste collections’ As we come to the end of Recycle Week 2024, Emma O’Hare, principal consultant, public services advisory, net zero at Grant Thornton UK LLP, considers how local authorities in England can prepare for the introduction of weekly food waste collections, an important ingredient in achieving Defra’s municipal waste recycling target of 65% by 2035. OPINION: … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 17 Oct 2024 Policy & government Regulators urge safer giving to help people impacted by humanitarian crisis in the Middle East The Charity Commission for England and Wales and the Fundraising Regulator advise people to give support via registered charities. GOV.UK · 17 Oct 2024 Industry news Circular Lighting Live 2024: Lighting industry backs its environmental claims with data The lighting sector is embracing verified data on its sustainability claims, including Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs). That’s was a key […] Recolight · 17 Oct 2024 Council news Privacy notice – Revenues and Benefits Service - Shropshire Council Shropshire Council · 17 Oct 2024 Industry news RECOUP criticises enforcement of Plastic Packaging Tax RECOUP has released a position statement which calls for better enforcement around recycled content claims in relation to the Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT). The tax came into effect in April 2022 and is currently applied at a cost of £217.85 per tonne for plastic packaging placed on the UK market that is not claimed to … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 17 Oct 2024 Industry news The health impacts of air pollution Lorna Rothery interviewed Juan J. Castillo-Lugo, Air Quality and Health Regional Advisor at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), about the health effects of air pollution and efforts to reduce exposure. Open Access Government — Environment · 17 Oct 2024 Council news 68 Suffolk Road Gorleston Great Yarmouth NR31 0PZ - Great Yarmouth Borough Council Great Yarmouth Council · 17 Oct 2024 Industry news Co-chair of parliamentary ending homelessness group backs Emmaus manifesto The co-chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Ending Homelessness has backed Emmaus UK’s Action on Homelessness manifesto and called for the new Labour government to deliver urgent change.... Emmaus UK · 17 Oct 2024 Industry news Government releases roadmap to cut down NHS waste The secretary of state for health and social care Wes Streeting has announced a new strategy to cut down on the number of single-use medical devices used by the NHS. “The Design for Life Roadmap” will also focus on reducing the NHS’ reliance on foreign imports by encouraging local innovation – particularly in reuse. The … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 17 Oct 2024 Industry news EXCLUSIVE BLUEY RANGE LANDS IN ALDI’S MIDDLE AISLE – JUST IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS Supermarket Aldi is extending its sought-after wooden toy collection with an EXCLUSIVE range of Bluey toys. Kids won’t be blue as the range sees must-have products adorned with the popular children’s TV character – including a special edition Wooden Kitchen. Available in stores from 24th October and 7th November, Bluey fans better act fast to […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 17 Oct 2024 Policy & government Nuclear Waste Services Annual Review: 2023 to 2024 Report details award winning safety record, Geological Disposal Facility (GDF) progress, and multi-million-pound savings. GOV.UK · 17 Oct 2024 Industry news Bringing communities together to empower climate action An often overlooked but vital element of community action is how collaboration acts as the cornerstone that drives success. Resource Futures · 17 Oct 2024 Global Summa Equity Acquires Fortum Recycling and Waste In July, Finnish company Fortum signed an agreement to sell its recycling and waste business to the thematic impact investment firm, Summa Equity through its portfolio company NG Group. The total consideration on a debt- and cash-free basis is approximately 800 million Euro, a joint press release informed. The transaction is subject to customary closing […] Global Recycling · 17 Oct 2024 Industry news Defra to review if current regulatory landscape is fit for purpose The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has announced an internal review to determine whether the inherited regulatory landscape is “fit for purpose.” Circular Online (CIWM) · 17 Oct 2024 Global Cap and Share: A Pathway to a Just Transition Witnessing the consequences of climate change in Africa firsthand, I have devoted my career to advocating for climate and economic justice. As a Campaign Manager at Equal Right, one of our primary initiatives is promoting the global ‘Cap and Share’ policy. This transformative solution aims to shift the conversation on climate finance beyond countries’ contributions, extend the burden of cost to… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 17 Oct 2024 Industry news Mondi to acquire Western Europe assets of Schumacher Packaging Packaging and paper company Mondi has announced that it will acquire the German, Benelux and UK corrugated converting and solid board operations of Schumacher Packaging. The transaction, which is subject to customary regulatory approvals, is expected to close in the first half of 2025. The acquisition is comprised of seven corrugated converting plants, two solid … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 17 Oct 2024 Industry news Thorlux recycles paint powder coating Thorlux Lighting has begun recycling the powder coating at its factory in Redditch, Worcestershire. Launched in January this year, the […] Recolight · 17 Oct 2024 Industry news RECOUP Calls for a more Effective Plastic Packaging Tax The post RECOUP Calls for a more Effective Plastic Packaging Tax appeared first on RECOUP . RECOUP · 17 Oct 2024