Recycling news: 2024

Industry news Greenpeace granted permission for judicial review of Rosebank and Jackdaw fields Greenpeace UK has been granted permission by the Scottish courts for judicial review of the controversial Rosebank oil field, and the Jackdaw gas field. Greenpeace’s legal grounds on which they are taking the fight to Equinor, Shell and Ithaca, have all been given permission by the court, and a date has been set for the […] Greenpeace UK · 25 Sept 2024 Industry news EMR opens multi-million-pound UK EV battery plant EMR has opened its first UK-based EV battery recycling centre at its Birmingham facility. Earlier in the year, the company opened a similar facility at a site in Hamburg, Germany, in partnership with Northvolt – said to be one of Europe’s largest battery manufacturers. The UK facility was officially opened on 18 September with a … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 25 Sept 2024 Council news Training courses - southnorfolkandbroadland.gov.uk Broadland Council · 25 Sept 2024 Industry news Kingston council signs £9.4m contract with Veolia Veolia has announced that it has signed a new eight-year contract with Kingston council. The contract will be managed directly by Kingston, replacing the current approach through the South London Waste Partnership. Veolia has provided waste management services for Kingston for over 15 years. The new £9.4 million contract will begin on 1 April 2025 … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 25 Sept 2024 Industry news Founder Richard Mehmed speaks at German Wood Recyclers’ conference Our founder and managing director Richard Mehmed spoke to the Bundesverband der Altholzaufbereiter und -verwerter e.V. (German Federal Association of Waste Wood Processors and Recyclers) about the Community Wood Recycling model and how our innovative approach allows us to reuse waste timber, helping the environment and society. The German wood recycling industry processes about [...] Community Wood Recycling · 25 Sept 2024 Industry news ALDI LAUNCHES HALLOWEEN SWEETS FROM JUST 49p — INCLUDING 3D PUMPKIN GUMMIES Available from 29th September, the spooktacular range features brand-new products and returning favourites Shoppers are in for a treat this scary season as supermarket Aldi is launching a line-up of creepy candies with prices starting from 49p. Back by popular demand are Aldi’s 3D Pumpkin/Eyeballs Gummies (£2.49, 240g/320g). These charming, seasonal sweets, which are similar […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 25 Sept 2024 Industry news Remote rescue: how aviation skills picked up in the RAF during the second world war can save lives today What if they took these newly acquired skills and used them as a force for good, not destruction? Positive News · 25 Sept 2024 Industry news Doncaster Council partners with Duraproducts on recycled plastic kerbs Doncaster Council has partnered with Duraproducts to trial the company’s recycled plastic kerbing units at two sites within the city. Traditional concrete kerbs at North Bridge and West End Lane have been replaced with Durakerb, a recyclable lightweight kerbing solution made from 88% recycled polymer content. The units are made from recycled milk […] Circular Online (CIWM) · 25 Sept 2024 Industry news Cherwell residents encouraged to recycle their metal packaging Alupro has partnered with Cherwell District Council to launch a new metal packaging recycling campaign. The ‘MetalMatters’ programme is designed to help increase kerbside recycling rates and raise awareness of the benefits of recycling household packaging made from metal. The digital, postal and in-person campaign will allow residents to learn more about the best way […] Alupro · 25 Sept 2024 Global Joint statement: With less than 100 days left and no clear implementation tools, European primary producers and various industries urge a delay of the entry into application of the EUDR Download the Joint statement: With less than 100 days left and no clear implementation tools, European primary producers and various industries urge a delay of the entry into application of the EUDR CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 25 Sept 2024 Global Progress report on Cepi’s contribution to the EU 3 billion trees pledge Download the progress report on Cepi’s contribution to the EU 3 billion trees pledge: Growing together the forests of tomorrow. CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 25 Sept 2024 Industry news Reusable packaging coalition including M&S expands collection as demand rises A joint initiative to scale the use of reusable packaging has expanded its work to more than 60 products across Marks & Spencer’s retail offerings, plus other retail brands. edie — Circular Economy tag · 25 Sept 2024 Industry news 8-10% of greenhouse gases caused by food waste The United Nation’s fifth International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste (IDAFLW) will take place this Sunday (29 September 2024). The UN General Assembly – which runs the day – intends for it to draw global attention to the one billion meals wasted every day and trigger collective action to meet the Sustainable … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 25 Sept 2024 Industry news Important Defra update on mandatory recycling labelling Defra delays mandatory recycling labelling under pEPR.. Learn what this means and why clear packaging labels remain essential. OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) · 25 Sept 2024 Industry news Former government advisor calls for incineration tax on household waste The UK Government must introduce an incineration levy to help tackle the “UK’s waste crisis”, says former government adviser. Circular Online (CIWM) · 25 Sept 2024 Industry news REVEALED: CUTHBERT CROWNED NATION’S FAVOURITE ALDI PRODUCT He’s the delicious chocolate insect that spawned a host of imitators, skydived for charity from 40,000ft and even appeared in a High Court case – and now Aldi’s famous Cuthbert has been named by shoppers as the UK’s favourite all-time Aldi product. The supermarket, which opened its first UK store in Birmingham in 1990, asked […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 25 Sept 2024 Industry news Lighting retrofits to be covered by new UK building standard The replacement of lighting systems including associated fittings and electrics is set to become a separate ‘reportable works’ under the […] Recolight · 25 Sept 2024 Council news Giving nature space to thrive in Chelmsford all year round - Chelmsford City Life Chelmsford Council · 25 Sept 2024 Industry news EMR STRENGTHENS THE EV REVOLUTION WITH PIONEERING NEW BATTERY RECYCLING CENTRE - EMR Group EMR (European Metal Recycling) · 25 Sept 2024 Global Europe weakens wolf protection in major blow to science and biodiversity Today, a majority of EU Member States agreed to adopt the European Commission’s proposal [1] to downgrade the protection status of the wolf under the Bern […] European Environmental Bureau · 25 Sept 2024 Policy & government Vets Market Investigation: CMA updates on ‘behind the scenes’ progress The CMA updates on information gathering and announces the appointment of a new advisory panel made up of 2 veterinary nurses and 4 veterinary surgeons. GOV.UK · 24 Sept 2024 Council news RAF Thornaby - History - Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council Stockton-on-Tees Council · 24 Sept 2024 Industry news Huhtamaki’s contributions to a sustainable future through UNSDG alignment INCPEN (Industry Council for Packaging and the Environment) · 24 Sept 2024 Industry news Hammersmith and Fulham adds eight electric cargo bikes Hammersmith and Fulham council have added eight new electric cargo bikes to expand its fleet. Waste management services for the area are contracted to Veolia. The fleet includes eight cargo, eight electric vans, three street cleansing cage vehicles and one Electric Refuse Collection Vehicle (eRCV). The latter will be used for its new garden waste … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 24 Sept 2024 Industry news From energy storage to reusable packaging innovations: Amazon unveils latest Sustainability Accelerator picks A total of 11 start-ups will trial innovative sustainability technologies across its European operations after securing funding through this year’s Amazon Sustainability Accelerator. edie — Circular Economy tag · 24 Sept 2024 Council news Salford Ethnic Minority and Traveller Achievement Service (EMTAS) - Salford City Council Salford Council · 24 Sept 2024 Industry news Compostable Packaging: The Key to Sustainable Business Practices & Environmental Impact As the world grapples with the escalating environmental crisis, the need for sustainable business practices has never been more pressing. Among these, packaging, often a silent contributor to the world’s waste problem, is now receiving the scrutiny it deserves. In response, many businesses are turning to compostable packaging as a key solution to reduce their… Zero Waste Week · 24 Sept 2024 Industry news Packaging in London produces 4.1 million tonnes of emissions annually Packaging in London produces 4.1 million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions, with almost half of the emissions generated by plastic packaging alone, according to new research. Circular Online (CIWM) · 24 Sept 2024 Industry news Unsung Heroes Wanted! Nominate Your Vehicle Recycling Industry Star for the ATF Professional Vehicle Recycling Awards 2024! With the ATF Professional Vehicle Recycling Awards fast approaching on November 28th, now is the time to nominate those you believe deserve the Unsung Hero Award. This unique accolade, presented by ATF Professional, recognises individuals in the UK vehicle recycling industry who are sometimes overlooked for their commitment or achievements. ATF Professional · 24 Sept 2024 Industry news Green Car Depollution Partners with AVL India to Supply State-of-the-Art Depollution Equipment to the Indian ELV Market Green Car Depollution is pleased to announce the finalization of their sales and service agreement with AVL India Private Limited. This partnership will bring Green Car Depollution’s pioneering range of ELV equipment, fluid removal equipment, and dismantling equipment to Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facilities (RVSF) in India. With over 300 million cars on India’s vast road networks and new leg… ATF Professional · 24 Sept 2024 Industry news Scotland opens £7m of funding for ‘green’ hydrogen The Scottish government has announced that businesses will be able to bid for a share of up to £7 million of funding to support “green” hydrogen projects. The scheme has been launched to help cover the development stage of green hydrogen projects with production capacity of between 5 to 400 megawatts – the equivalent to … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 24 Sept 2024 Global Break Free From Plastic Members and Allies Urge Leaders to Commit to Plastic Production Reduction New York, September 20, 2024 – Over 160 organizations are calling for a strong Global Plastics Treaty that can effectively reduce plastic production, as world leaders gather for the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and Climate Week. The group expressed particular concern about the exclusion of civil society, Indigenous Peoples, and some members of high-ambition […] Break Free From Plastic · 24 Sept 2024 Industry news Antarctica’s ice sheet faces an uncertain future The potential consequences of unchecked carbon emissions on global sea levels over the next three centuries. Open Access Government — Environment · 24 Sept 2024 Industry news BREAKING: Starmer urged to invest in green steel as climate activists reveal Gavin and Stacey artwork on Port Talbot beach Pictures and drone footage of the artwork can be found here Greenpeace and Extinction Rebellion Cymru Wales have unveiled a 50m by 50m artwork of Nessa from BBC hit TV series ‘Gavin and Stacey’, etched in the sand of a beach at Port Talbot, against the iconic backdrop of Tata’s steelworks. The enormous artwork, which […] Greenpeace UK · 24 Sept 2024 Industry news ESA Executive Director Vlog – Autumn 2024 In his quarterly vlog, Jacob discusses highlights from the recent RWM exhibition; upcoming recycling and waste policy milestones and outstanding issues; and the findings of the ESA’s recent report with […] ESA (Environmental Services Association) · 24 Sept 2024 Industry news Are superconducting power lines the key to a cleaner grid? High-temperature superconducting cables that could transform the power grid may be increasingly viable, thanks to a side effect of fusion energy research and new ways to cool the wires New Scientist — Environment · 24 Sept 2024 Industry news The Dutch ‘tile whipping’ competition to green gardens and streets The national ‘tegelwippen’ contest seeks to restore greenery and help the Netherlands meet its climate targets Positive News · 24 Sept 2024 Policy & government Students from England can find answers to their questions Students from England can use their online account to get their questions answered. GOV.UK · 24 Sept 2024 Global Press release: Wood fibre-based ‘biorefineries’ double turnover in 3 years to €6 billion A new study commissioned by Cepi shows rapid developments in Europe’s biorefinery sector, which holds the possibility to replace many fossil-based products with alternatives. The study, performed by nova-Institute, a German-based research institute, shows that biorefineries in the forest-based sector have more than doubled their turnover in just 3 years, reaching €6 billions. Biorefineries are […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 24 Sept 2024 Industry news 2.2m tonnes of packaging thrown away in London each year Research has revealed that around 2.2 million tonnes of packaging is used and thrown away every year in London, equivalent to almost 250kg per person. According to the findings in ‘London’s packaging footprint’, only a small proportion gets recycled – more specifically, only 44% for household waste and 33% for commercial waste. The report from … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 24 Sept 2024