Recycling news: 2023

Industry news Newsletter Spring 2023 The post Newsletter Spring 2023 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news Newsletter Autumn 2023 The post Newsletter Autumn 2023 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news PR Committee meeting minutes, 2nd August 2023 The post PR Committee meeting minutes, 2nd August 2023 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news Derby in contamination clampdown as cost soars to £450,000 Derby city council has launched a campaign to reduce contamination in blue recycling bins as the cost of dealing with non-target materials has now exceeded £450,000 a year. The campaign was launched yesterday (18 September) and will encourage residents to adopt two simple habits for using their blue commingled recycling bin. These are: Check Before … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Carbogenics Chosen to Represent Scotland at New York Climate Week MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Carbogenics Chosen to Represent Scotland at New York Climate Week Carbogenics, a pioneering Scottish startup specialising in sustainable biogas solutions and biochar, has been supported by Scottish Development International (SDI), Scotland’s international trade and investment agency to participate in a global event in New York City to coincide with the prestigious… The po… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news ‘Upward trend’ in MRF gate fees continued in 2022, WRAP finds WRAP has reported that the average gate fee paid by local authorities to send recyclables to materials recycling facilities (MRFs) rose by more than 30% in 2022. The rise in gate fees was put down to a variety of reasons, with 56% of respondents citing an inflation increase or price review, 32% saying changes to … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 19 Sept 2023 Policy & government IP28 6HJ, Tamar Recycling (Suffolk) Limited: environmental permit issued - EPR/BB3431RK/V006 View the permit issued for Lackford Recycling Facility, Lackford under the Industrial Emissions Directive. GOV.UK · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news Zero Waste Awards 2023 recipients recognised The latest recipients of the Zero Waste Awards were recognised for their part in tackling climate change at a ceremony and networking event at RWM Expo on 14 September. Established by letsrecycle.com and now in their tenth year, the awards recognise and reward organisations for their efforts to reduce the amount of resources they waste. … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 19 Sept 2023 Policy & government Waste tyres - NSW EPA NSW EPA · 19 Sept 2023 Policy & government Air pollution monitoring programme - The Danish Environmental Protection Agency Danish EPA (Miljostyrelsen, English) · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news Report: Plastic pollution levels on course to double by 2040 without urgent action Without a “concerted” international effort, the amount of plastics seeping into the environment each year could double by 2040 – and reducing production at source is a key component of changing the direction of travel. edie — Circular Economy tag · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news How to make a DIY costume that won't spook the planet - Hubbub Hubbub · 18 Sept 2023 Industry news Seal Research Trust - Wildlife and Countryside Link Wildlife and Countryside Link · 18 Sept 2023 Policy & government GPA Environmental, Social, and Governance reports The Government Property Agency (GPA) publishes its ESG report each year. GOV.UK · 18 Sept 2023 Global Position Paper on Chemical Recycling Chemical Recycling: a complementary recycling solution to boost plastics circularity and reduce the carbon footprint The European Commission with its Circular Economy Action Plan has set ambitious targets for the EU member states. It aims to overcome traditional linear patterns of production and consumption, to keep resources in use for as long as possible, and […] Chemical Recycling Europe · 18 Sept 2023 Global Chemical Recycling: welcomed step in the right direction Chemical Recycling Europe (ChemRecEurope) welcomes Zero Waste Europe (ZWE) assessment of the potential of chemical recycling to complement mechanical recycling and to overcome its limitations, as much in the plastic waste treated as well as in the high-quality of the output. ChemRecEurope also welcomes the recognition from ZWE that the plastic to plastic (P2P) process […] Chemical Recycling Europe · 18 Sept 2023 Global Chemical Recycling is part of the solution! There is now a growing movement recognizing chemical recycling as part of the solution to reduce plastic waste, decrease CO2 footprint and contribute to the creation of a circular economy for plastics. See how Chemical Recycling Europe (ChemRecEurope) members are supporting circularity of polymers by providing innovative solutions to tackle plastic pollution, to conserve natural resources and p… Chemical Recycling Europe · 18 Sept 2023 Global ChemRecEU calls for constructive collaboration with waste management industry to increase recycling In December 2019, FEAD the representative body of the private waste management and resource industry published the results of its analysis of chemical recycling. Chemical Recycling Europe supports constructive dialogues with regard to chemical recycling and would like to clarify some observations issued in the FEAD’s analysis: 1. Chemical Recycling Europe would emphasize that chemical recycling… Chemical Recycling Europe · 18 Sept 2023 Global Restrictions & misunderstanding about Chemical Recycling misguide transformation of EU Waste Policy Although the “10 priorities to transform EU Waste Policy” developed by various European Union (EU) NGOs and associations points at ambitious directions for the waste policy that Chemical Recycling Europe generally supports, restrictions mentioned in Priority 9 represent missed opportunities to improve the current waste and recycling system, leading to some inconsistencies between priorities. We… Chemical Recycling Europe · 18 Sept 2023 Global Guest Blog: “Decentralise Bio-waste Recycling” ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 18 Sept 2023 Industry news Two rising stars recognised in 35 UNDER 35 Awards Two Senior Consultants from Resource Futures – Archana Pisharody and Katie Powell – have been awarded ’35 UNDER 35’ status in the 2023 Letsrecycle.com's 35 UNDER 35 Awards. Resource Futures · 18 Sept 2023 Global Conference “Embracing Circularity: PRO Insights on PPWR for Sustainable Packaging, September 6, Brussels EXPRA · 18 Sept 2023 Global The Inflation Reduction Act: A pivotal opportunity to push back against false solutions The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) channels $270 billion in tax credits for climate investments but raises concerns about incineration—a false solution to waste disposal that could generate 637.7 million tonnes […] GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 18 Sept 2023 Policy & government Mr K Okeke v Ranc Care Home Ltd: 3212844/2020 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 18 Sept 2023 Policy & government First King’s Series National Nature Reserve on Lincolnshire coast Natural England's new Lincolnshire Coronation Coast National Nature Reserve in new King’s Series supports nature recovery and connects people with nature. GOV.UK · 18 Sept 2023 Industry news RWM 2023: 35-under-35 winners revealed The top 35 rising waste sector stars of 2023 were recognised last week (13 September) as part of the 35-under-35 awards. The final list of 35 was whittled down by an independent judging panel from more than 100 entries and announced during the RWM Expo at the NEC, Birmingham. Organised by letsrecycle.com and sponsored by Grundon, … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 18 Sept 2023 Global ISWA Welcomes Pragma Soluções Sustentáveis as our Newest Gold Member ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 18 Sept 2023 Policy & government Coastal Communities Fund: round 5 progress report This report details the progress of Round 5 of the Coastal Communities Fund, which ran between 2018 and 2021. GOV.UK · 18 Sept 2023 Global Introduction by our Managing Director We hope this message finds you well and in high spirits during this festive season. The autumn season has indeed been a dynamic period for EXPRA, characterized by significant events and key priorities. The primary focus of EXPRA's efforts remained on the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, with ongoing discussions in relevant institutions. EXPRA · 18 Sept 2023 Global Upcoming events with EXPRA participations Here you can find all the upcoming events with EXPRA participation EXPRA · 18 Sept 2023 Policy & government Field Safety Notices: 11 to 15 September 2023 List of Field Safety Notices from 11 to 15 September 2023. GOV.UK · 18 Sept 2023 Global Fost Plus and Facilicom Group are joining forces to improve the sorting of waste at the office EXPRA · 18 Sept 2023 Global INC to develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution EXPRA · 18 Sept 2023 Industry news Man ordered to pay for clean-up costs not covered by insurance A man has been banned from serving as a company director for three years and ordered to pay compensation exceeding £7,000 to a landowner in Northumberland, after being found guilty of illegally dumping waste. According to a statement from the Environment Agency on Friday (15 September) Grant Brown, 35, from Newcastle, appeared at Newcastle Magistrates’ … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 18 Sept 2023 Industry news Powerday acquires it’s seventh site with acquisition of Economic Skips Limited The post Powerday acquires it’s seventh site with acquisition of Economic Skips Limited appeared first on Powerday . Powerday · 18 Sept 2023 Policy & government 5. Department of Health and Social Care Programmes This chapter sets out the requirements and procedures which must be followed when developing affordable housing funded through the Department of Health and Social Care’s Care and Support Specialised Housing Fund, the Homelessness Change fund and the Platform for Life fund. GOV.UK · 18 Sept 2023 Policy & government Office of the Public Guardian annual report 2022 to 2023 Report and accounts showing who paid for the Office of the Public Guardian and how those funds were spent. GOV.UK · 18 Sept 2023 Industry news Recycling wind turbines not a ‘major headache’, EMR says Global metals recycling company EMR has hit back at claims that the recycling of wind turbines is causing a “major headache”. Last week, the Times reported that wind turbines reaching the end of their operational use are now either going to be stored or sent to landfill while the industry battles the recycling of them. … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 18 Sept 2023 Global We need the right to repair to be universal Let's ban anti-repair practices, such as part-pairing and restrictions on use of compatible spare parts, to let independent repairers work their product-saving magic. Right to Repair Europe · 18 Sept 2023 Policy & government Future of transport regulatory review: future of flight Seeks views on areas of flight regulation that are outdated, a barrier to innovation or not designed with new technologies and business models in mind. GOV.UK · 18 Sept 2023