Recycling news: 2023

Global Critical Raw Materials Regulation Vote Leaves Mixed Feelings In a decisive session that unfolded today, MEPs cast their votes on a series of crucial amendments, shaping the path for the EU’s strategy concerning Critical […] European Environmental Bureau · 14 Sept 2023 Policy & government Critically endangered European eel given hope for the future The Environment Agency’s work to improve eel passage at the confluence between the River Avon and River Severn at Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire is now complete. GOV.UK · 14 Sept 2023 Policy & government Find a consortium partner: Open Networks Ecosystem competition Organisations who were seeking to collaborate with others, as part of a bid into the Open Networks Ecosystem competition. Applications into the competition closed in May 2023. GOV.UK · 14 Sept 2023 Industry news Shocking extent of threats to ocean health revealed in new Greenpeace report Threats to the world's oceans are multiplying, according to a new report, which shows a steep rise in fishing on the high seas. Ratifying the Global Oceans Treaty has never been more urgent. Greenpeace UK · 14 Sept 2023 Policy & government Definitions - The Danish Environmental Protection Agency Danish EPA (Miljostyrelsen, English) · 14 Sept 2023 Policy & government UK Export Finance helps Surrey cleantech firm supply to 2.0 GW solar facility in India A UK Export Finance guarantee has enabled micro-business Gas Recovery and Recycle Limited, GR2L, to secure and deliver a £4 million export contract with India’s solar energy sector GOV.UK · 14 Sept 2023 Policy & government First meeting of UK science champions to cement UK leadership in safe, responsible biology breakthroughs The UK’s leadership in the responsible use of engineering biology will be driven forward by the first-ever meeting of the UK Biosecurity Leadership Council GOV.UK · 14 Sept 2023 Research & science University College London - UCL | University College London UCL News · 14 Sept 2023 Policy & government AAIB Record-only UAS investigations reviewed: June - July 2023 This is a list of AAIB Record-only UAS investigations that were reviewed during June and July 2023. GOV.UK · 14 Sept 2023 Policy & government AAIB investigation to Piper PA-22-150, G-AREL Aircraft left the runway after aborted takeoff, Hamilton Farm Airstrip, Ashford, Kent, 25 April 2023. GOV.UK · 14 Sept 2023 Industry news Biogas conference to take a “Deep Dive into Scotland’s Net Zero Ambition” Biogas conference to take a “Deep Dive into Scotland’s Net Zero Ambition” Emma Harper MSP, Maurice Golden MSP, Sarah Boyack MSP and Chris Huhne to headline timely event for the Scottish biogas industry. The ADBA Scottish Conference 2023 hosted by the Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association (ADBA) will take place in Edinburgh on Tuesday 19th… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 14 Sept 2023 Industry news ESA’s ETS strategy warns against market distortion over RDF exports The government should ban the export of refuse derived fuel (RDF) before extending the emission trading scheme to cover energy recovery from 2028, according to the Environmental Services Association (ESA). This, according to the association, is required to ensure the export of waste is not encouraged. The call was made in a report entitled ‘a … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 14 Sept 2023 Global Time to step up citizen involvement in climate-neutrality plans In the realm of climate action, National Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs) serve as guiding lights on the path toward the EU’s ambitious goal of achieving climate-neutrality by 2050. These blueprints hold the power to reshape our energy landscape and steer Member States toward a greener future. But as we delve into the significance of NECPs, it becomes apparent that a critical factor stands betw… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 14 Sept 2023 Industry news Policy delay hitting MRF investment, RWM Leaders Panel hears Government delays to waste policy is hitting investment in materials recycling facilities, the RWM’s Leaders in Resource Management Panel heard yesterday (13 September). During the panel discussion on Day 1 of the show, senior figures at some of the UK’s largest waste management companies discussed the impact of the repeated policy delays. Neil Grundon, chairman … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 14 Sept 2023 Council news Matt Berry Extension No.: 4589 Email: mattberry@cannockchasedc.gov.uk 13 October 2023 Dear Councillor, Responsib - Cannock Chase Council Cannock Chase Council · 14 Sept 2023 Policy & government Sustainability Victoria Annual Report 2022-23 - assets.sustainability.vic.gov.au Sustainability Victoria · 14 Sept 2023 Policy & government International Counter Terrorism Conference, Israel: Foreign Secretary's speech The Foreign Secretary gave a speech at the International Counter Terrorism Conference in Herzliya in Israel on 12 September 2023. GOV.UK · 13 Sept 2023 Industry news Love North Chingford - CleanupUK CleanupUK · 13 Sept 2023 Policy & government Organisation - The Danish Environmental Protection Agency Danish EPA (Miljostyrelsen, English) · 13 Sept 2023 Industry news Using art and song to help tackle South Africa’s plastic waste crisis Seven tonnes of plastic waste has been successfully diverted from the environment thanks to a pioneering new collaboration in South Africa which aimed to change behaviours through art, song, comedy skits, as well as practical measures. Researchers from the University of Portsmouth’s Revolution Plastics team and the Department of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environmental Affairs […] The p… WasteAid · 13 Sept 2023 Global Parliament Votes For Cleaner Air, But WHO Alignment Is Delayed Today, Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) paved the way towards better air quality, but unfortunately did not commit to WHO air quality guidelines by 2030, […] European Environmental Bureau · 13 Sept 2023 Council news Aspal Close Local Nature Reserve - West Suffolk Council West Suffolk Council · 13 Sept 2023 Policy & government Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton DSEI Keynote 2023 Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton delivered his keynote speech at Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) 2023. GOV.UK · 13 Sept 2023 Council news Careers at Torbay Council - Torbay Council Torbay Council · 13 Sept 2023 Global United in defence of Barroso: reporting from the ground From 10 to 15 August 2023, the 3rd edition of the acampada (camping gathering) Unidos em Defesa do Barroso (United in Defense of Barroso) – a protest against plans for an open-pit Lithium mine in the heart of Barroso – took place in a small, quiet village in northern Portugal. Despite the peaceful setting, the residents weren’t hesitant to raise their voices. Margarida Martins reports from her … META (European Environmental Bureau) · 13 Sept 2023 Industry news Litter picking groups - CleanupUK CleanupUK · 13 Sept 2023 Industry news County Durham Recycles Plastics Success The post County Durham Recycles Plastics Success appeared first on RECOUP . RECOUP · 13 Sept 2023 Industry news SEPA backs council move to limit upholstered seating The Scottish Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA) has welcomed the move by Highland council earlier this month to stop collecting upholstered furniture at nine of its household waste and recycling centres (HWRCs). Highland council announced that some of its HWRCs will no longer collect soft furnishings such as sofas and beanbags if they do not have … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 13 Sept 2023 Policy & government First Sea Lord, Admiral Sir Ben Key DSEI 2023 Keynote First Sea Lord, Admiral Sir Ben Key, delivered his keynote speech at Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) 2023. GOV.UK · 13 Sept 2023 Industry news Starting a litter picking group - CleanupUK CleanupUK · 13 Sept 2023 Industry news Back British Farming: City Harvest to be first NFU farm gate partner The NFU has announced a significant partnership with City Harvest, designating them as their farm gate waste partners. The guiding principle behind this partnership is deceptively simple: "If you would eat it, we will collect it." City Harvest's CEO, Sarah Calcutt, herself a farmer and NFU member, has pledged that no good food will go to waste in a bid to Back British Farming and feed people in… City Harvest London · 13 Sept 2023 Industry news Environment Agency reduces waste red tape for Wholesalers and Contractors The Environment Agency (EA) this week announced that it would no longer enforce certain documentation when customers drop off […] Recolight · 13 Sept 2023 Policy & government Time to invest in our water security As England enters the autumn, the National Drought Group met to reiterate the importance of all sectors continuing to plan and invest for future droughts. GOV.UK · 13 Sept 2023 Council news Careers at Torbay Council - Torbay Council Torbay Council · 13 Sept 2023 Policy & government Mr C Thacker v Bridgend Farmhouse: 8000056/2022 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 13 Sept 2023 Council news Religious Ceremony Certificates - Tie the Knot - Camden Council Camden Council · 13 Sept 2023 Industry news UKRI launches £1.5m refillable packaging competition The UK Research and Innovation’s Smart Sustainable Plastic Packaging Challenge (SSPP) has launched a £1.5 million challenge for liquid food and beverages in refillable packaging. By hosting this competition, the body aims to drive up the adoption of reusable and refillable packaging by retailers and consumers. The government-funded £60 million SSPP challenge has funded over … Read More The post… letsrecycle.com News · 13 Sept 2023 Industry news Apple touts its first carbon-neutral products The new Apple Watch lineup launched by the eponymous tech giant at its annual event is being marketed as carbon-neutral, due to a 75% reduction in lifecycle emissions. edie — Circular Economy tag · 13 Sept 2023 Industry news Ecoveritas issues warning to businesses following EPR delays Following the Environment Agency’s announcement that it is delaying the enforcement of its EPR data submission deadline, Ecoveritas, a packaging data company, has warned businesses “not to be caught off guard”. According to the new edict, providing companies submit all required data for 2023 by 31 May 2024, they will not be prosecuted for missing … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 13 Sept 2023 Industry news Finalists Announced in NBF Member Company Awards The National Bed Federation (NBF) has announced its 2023 Bed Industry Awards finalists in the Bed Manufacturer of the Year, Component Supplier of the Year and NBF Sales Agent/Rep of the Year categories. Seven member companies and three sales representatives have been shortlisted and will compete for the top accolade in their category. Now in […] National Bed Federation · 13 Sept 2023