Recycling news: 2024

Policy & government Ofqual poll highlights value of cyber security training in schools Ofqual is reminding schools and colleges of the importance of cyber security after a poll highlighted the risks associated with poor cyber hygiene.  GOV.UK · 30 Sept 2024 Policy & government Handbook for Standard Managers This guidance provides advice about how functional standards should be developed, managed and maintained. GOV.UK · 29 Sept 2024 Industry news Pandora’s recycled jewellery and Aldi’s low-carbon lorry fuel: The sustainability success stories of the week As part of our Mission Possible campaign, edie delivers this member-exclusive weekly round-up of five of the best sustainable business success stories of the week. In this week's edition, Pandora’s commitment to using 100% recycled silver and gold in its jewellery production, and much more. edie — Circular Economy tag · 29 Sept 2024 Council news Building blocks - Sheffield City Council Sheffield Council · 29 Sept 2024 Industry news Vape Collection & Recycling with Wastecare - Wastecare Compliance WasteCare · 29 Sept 2024 Council news Bulky waste collection - North Ayrshire Council North Ayrshire Council · 29 Sept 2024 Industry news Toblerone Displays - DS Smith DS Smith (International Paper) · 28 Sept 2024 Council news What's On - Epsom and Ewell Borough Council | Epsom and Ewell Council · 28 Sept 2024 Council news Council Car Parks - Ards and North Down Borough Council Ards and North Down Council · 28 Sept 2024 Council news Community Development - Ards and North Down Borough Council Ards and North Down Council · 28 Sept 2024 Council news Guildford Remembers - Guildford Borough Council Guildford Council · 28 Sept 2024 Council news Supplier Information - Ards and North Down Borough Council Ards and North Down Council · 28 Sept 2024 Industry news Parasite Displays - DS Smith DS Smith (International Paper) · 28 Sept 2024 Council news Redbridge FSD & Local Offer | Food banks and other resources - Redbridge Council Redbridge Council · 28 Sept 2024 Council news Approved Non-Maintained Settings 2026 - Carmarthenshire Family Information Service Carmarthenshire Council · 27 Sept 2024 Industry news FEAST With Us: bringing people together with community meals FEAST, supported by City Harvest, has served nearly 250,000 nutritious meals to vulnerable Londoners. Discover how their Healthy Eating on a Budget program is teaching essential cooking and budgeting skills to promote healthier lifestyles. City Harvest London · 27 Sept 2024 Industry news EA publishes new guidance on WEEE definitions The Environment Agency (EA) has published a new guide on the definition of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). The EA said that it aims for the guidance – titled “When electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) becomes waste (WEEE)” – to help the sector decide when they are dealing with EEE and when they are dealing with WEEE. … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 27 Sept 2024 Industry news Data centre heat recycling and wood as strong as steel: The best green innovations of September 2024 As September comes to a close, edie and our innovation partner Springwise highlight six of this month’s exciting environmental innovation stories, including micro data centres which recycle their waste heat. edie — Circular Economy tag · 27 Sept 2024 Policy & government 36 Bungalow Park, Bradenstoke, Wiltshire, SN15 4EP: CHI/46UC/PHI/2023/0563 Southern Region, Mr I R Perry FRICS, Mr M R Jenkinson, Mr J S Reichel MRICS on 5 September 2024 GOV.UK · 27 Sept 2024 Industry news LARAC ‘extremely disappointed’ by mandatory labelling U-turn The Local Authority Recycling Advisory Committee (LARAC) has said it is “extremely disappointed” by Defra’s decision to remove mandatory labelling requirements from the extended producer responsibility (EPR) statutory instrument. Head of the EPR scheme administrator, Margaret Bates, said yesterday that Defra hopes the change will allow for the UK to align better with Europe and … Read More The … letsrecycle.com News · 27 Sept 2024 Policy & government Breast screening: identifying and reducing inequalities Guidance and shared practice for breast screening providers, commissioners and other stakeholders on addressing inequalities. GOV.UK · 27 Sept 2024 Industry news Preston company fined £60k for asbestos and tyre offences PDM Industries has been fined £60,046 after an Environment Agency (EA) investigation found the company disposed of tyres without obtaining the required environmental permits. Its director, Peter Marquis, has also received a 42-week prison sentence (suspended for 18 months) and 200 hours of unpaid community work. The incidents took place at Stanley Lodge Farm … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 27 Sept 2024 Council news Contracts register | Broadland and South Norfolk - southnorfolkandbroadland.gov.uk Broadland Council · 27 Sept 2024 Policy & government A fiery end to ESA's Cluster satellite Salsa Earlier this month ESA's satellite 'Salsa' landed in the South Pacific. Learn more about how NSpOC tracks re-entries from space using Salsa as a case study. GOV.UK · 27 Sept 2024 Council news Book Online Now - Ards and North Down Borough Council Ards and North Down Council · 27 Sept 2024 Policy & government Out-of-court dispute settlement bodies under the Digital Services Act (DSA) - EU Digital Strategy Eurostat news · 27 Sept 2024 Industry news The rising demand for primates as pets In our increasingly fragile world, protecting wild populations and their habitats is a significant challenge. Open Access Government examines the impact of the pet primate trade on animal welfare and the security of their natural environments. Open Access Government — Environment · 27 Sept 2024 Global Workshop: Non-wood fibres in the European pulp and paper industry 19 November 20248.30 – 16.00 Pulp and Paper InstituteBogišićeva 8, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia REGISTER HERE CHECK AGENDA On 19 November, Cepi will organise a one day workshop on non-wood fibre use in the paper industry, at ICP’s (Institute for Cellulose and Paper) premises in Ljubljana. Several non-wood fibre initiatives in our sector will be presented […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 27 Sept 2024 Industry news Former Environment Secretary Urges Government to End T8 Exemption at TRA Annual Conference At the 2024 Tyre Recovery Association (TRA) Annual Conference, held at the Woodland Grange Hotel in Leamington Spa on September 24th, former environment secretary George Eustice called on the government to prioritise ending the T8 exemption and other regulatory reforms. ATF Professional · 27 Sept 2024 Industry news New Vehicle Risk Rating Model to Help Insurers Adapt to Emerging Vehicle Risks Thatcham Research is introducing a new Vehicle Risk Rating (VRR) model designed to help insurers better manage the evolving risks posed by modern vehicles. ATF Professional · 27 Sept 2024 Industry news Jail sentences for Van Gogh soup protest “draconian and disproportionate” Commenting on the sentencing of Phoebe Plummer and Anna Holland to a total of 44 months in jail for throwing tinned soup at the protective glass covering a Van Gogh painting in October 2022, Greenpeace UK’s Co-Executive Director Will McCallum said: “This is a draconian and disproportionate punishment for a protest that caused minor damage […] Greenpeace UK · 27 Sept 2024 Industry news What are the top 10 most wasted foods? Did you know these most wasted food items? Here are the top 10 and some practical tips to reduce waste from City Harvest London. City Harvest London · 27 Sept 2024 Policy & government Circular Economy Resource Recovery Report 2022-23 - Green Industries SA Green Industries SA · 27 Sept 2024 Industry news ADBA Hosts Its Northern Ireland Conference ADBA Northern Ireland Conference: Paving the Way for a Greener Future We recently hosted our annual Northern Ireland Conference on 4 September 2024 at the ICC Belfast. This event brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and experts to discuss the future of biogas and its role in achieving a sustainable, low-carbon economy in Northern Ireland. As… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 27 Sept 2024 Industry news We want to know: how has your work or workplace supported your mental health? Ahead of World Mental Health Day, which this year focuses on the workplace, what’s been effective for you? Positive News · 27 Sept 2024 Industry news Keenan Recycling secures contract for Pizza Hut Keenan Recycling has announced that it has secured a contract with Heart with Smart group for its Pizza Hut restaurants. Heart with Smart is the sole franchisee operator of the restaurants. The contract will see the waste management company responsible for the collection of food waste from Pizza Hut restaurants across the UK in what … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 27 Sept 2024 Policy & government Aerodrome operators study period (AOSP) The AOSP is a 2-day study period aimed at defence personnel involved in the delivery of a safe operating environment (SOE). Training is a blend of taught sessions, facilitated discussions and group exercises. GOV.UK · 27 Sept 2024 Policy & government MAA air safety risk assessment and management practitioners (MASRAMP) course This Military Aviation Authority Centre of Air Safety Training course enables delegates to improve defence air safety. GOV.UK · 27 Sept 2024 Policy & government Contractor flying air safety course (CFASC) This course provided by the Military Aviation Authority aims to improve defence air safety. GOV.UK · 27 Sept 2024 Policy & government Pre-season flying display symposium This symposium is designed to provide air safety related advice and guidance for military and civilian personnel involved in the organisation and execution of flying display activity. GOV.UK · 27 Sept 2024