Recycling news: 2018

Global Blog Test 1 "This is the first of the Blog Articles", January 5, 2018 ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 28 Mar 2018 Global 1st ISWA YPG Online Conference: Call for Abstracts – Now Open! "The Effects of Improper Waste management in South East Asia", June 5, 2018 In cooperation with beWasteWise. ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 28 Mar 2018 Global ETS reform restores regulatory certainty but gaps remain Following today’s inter-institutional political agreement on the Emissions Trading System (ETS) the Confederation of European Paper Industries (CEPI) is broadly encouraged by improvements in the regulation for the 2021-2030 period. “The conclusion of the ETS negotiations now restores the regulatory predictability needed for advancing industrial transformation. Investments in low-carbon technolo… CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 27 Mar 2018 Global Letter to European Commission environment department on the postponement of the Intermediate Paper Pilot PEFCR Letter addressed to Kestutis Sadauskas, Director and Hugo Maria Schally, Head of Unit at DG Environment from Sylvain Lhôte, Director General of the Confederation of European Paper Industries (CEPI) I am writing to inform you that CEPI will postpone the submission of the PEFCR until further activities have been finalised to achieve the operational and workable category rule […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 27 Mar 2018 Global European paper industry takes over environmental footprint method from EU The Confederation of European Paper Industries (CEPI) informed the European Commission on 13 November of its intention to take over the PEFCR (Product Environmental Footprint Category Rules) prepared under a larger EU pilot on environmental footprints. “The PEFCR project promised to deliver a clear, simplified and workable method for environmental footprinting that our value chain […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 27 Mar 2018 Global Letter to European Commission Vice President Timmermans on Plastics Strategy The undersigned organisations are writing to express deep concern over the European plastics strategy currently under development. Based on drafts released by the media, we believe the strategy seriously risks: 1) being developed in silos of plastics without a systemic view, 2) failing to respect the principle of technological/material neutrality and having serious unintentional and […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 27 Mar 2018 Global European paper industry calls for a reviewed Bioeconomy Strategy that bolsters investment The European paper industry takes a positive stance on the European Commission’s Staff Working Document on the review of the 2012 Bioeconomy Strategy. “To achieve Europe’s bioeconomy and climate change agenda, it is essential that the EU lays down the conditions to spur the investments which shift Europe away from a ‘fossil-addicted’ economy. The European […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 27 Mar 2018 Global Innovation tops the agenda at European Paper Week, as industry moves forward on the bioeconomy The 19th edition of European Paper Week will mark CEPI’s 25th anniversary and takes place in the background of industry’s transformation towards a low-carbon, circular bioeconomy. As part of this year’s theme, attendees are invited to look forward and ‘Sense the Future’ by experiencing through the five senses the innovative, bio-based potential of the industry. […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 27 Mar 2018 Global Global Forest and Paper Industry Reports on Sustainability Progress Gl The International Council of Forest and Paper Associations’ (ICFPA) launched its 2017 Sustainability Progress Report. It is the sixth biennial report highlighting ICFPA members’ progress on the sustainability commitments agreed upon in the 2006 CEO Leadership Statement on Sustainability. The full report is available here “We are proud to announce our global industry’s continuous […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 27 Mar 2018 Global Register now for the IMPACTPapeRec project final conference Join us on 24 January 2018 for the final conference of the IMPACTPapeRec project, a two-year EU-funded project set up to improve the separate collection of paper for recycling in Europe. It will be organised at the Committee of the Regions premises in Brussels, Belgium. The conference will take place from 9h00 to 13h15, followed […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 27 Mar 2018 Global Reaction of European paper industry to reaching preliminary agreement on EU Waste Package proposals “A good deal for making the Circular Economy happen in Europe. The challenge now is to ensure effective implementation and avoid multiplication of derogations at national level” says Sylvain Lhôte, Director General of the Confederation of European paper industries CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 27 Mar 2018 Global Reaction of European paper industry to LULUCF deal “The LULUCF agreement is a good deal that not only provides the right flexibilities but builds on the sustainable forest management practices that work and continue to grow EU forests” says Sylvain Lhote, Director General of the Confederation of European Paper Industries (CEPI) CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 27 Mar 2018 Global CEPI is looking for an Events and Digital Communications Officer What we are looking for A proactive, spontaneous individual who reacts quickly to changes of circumstances and exercises attention to detail. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to meet deadlines and can manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Essential • At least two years relevant work experience • Strong ability to write high […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 27 Mar 2018 Global REDII – Sustainable use of wood wins over ill-placed market distorting subsidies The European paper industry produces from wood a multitude of value-added products such as paper, carboard and other biobased materials and uses its residues for bioenergy. With today’s vote the EU has sought to recognise the value of sourcing wood sustainably and preventing subsidies that distort markets and encourage the burning of wood for megawatts. […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 27 Mar 2018 Global IMPACTPapeRec project sends strong Circular Economy message on separate collection of paper at final conference The two-year Horizon 2020 IMPACTPapeRec project is reaching its final stages this month. To this end, a final conference was organised at the Committee of the Regions in Brussels on 24 January, hosted by Mayor of Coulaines (France), Christophe Rouillon. The conference successfully brought together more than eighty professionals from the waste management and paper […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 27 Mar 2018 Global EPRC Monitoring report 2016 Since 2000, the European paper value chain has been committed to the two-fold aim of increasing recycling and joining efforts to remove obstacles hampering paper recycling in Europe. The signatories of the new European Declaration on Paper Recycling have declared their commitment to reach 74% paper recycling by 2020. In 2016, 72.5% of all paper […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 27 Mar 2018 Global Decarbonising transport and logistics chains in Europe? Discussion paper CEPI presented in February 2017 a review of its 2050 roadmap scoping the pathways, transformative investments and policy frameworks required for realising a 80% reduction of Greenhouse Gases (GHG) emissions and a 50% growth in the added-value delivered by the forest-fibres and paper industries in Europe. CEPI’s 2050 roadmap takes into account the emissions from […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 27 Mar 2018 Global New paper: European forest fibre and paper industry sets out an innovative, low-emission future for its transport and logistics In February 2018, the European forest fibre and paper industry presented its 2050 vision to decarbonise its transport and logistics and contribute to the EU’s debate on low-carbon mobility. We have a supply chain that is quite different from that of other industries and this presents both opportunities and challenges for decarbonisation. Access to raw […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 27 Mar 2018 Global CEPI becomes an associate member of the European Energy Forum The Confederation of European Paper Industries (CEPI) is now an associate member of the European Energy Forum (EEF). The EEF provides a place for knowledge-sharing and open dialogue on energy, climate and other energy-related issues. For over 20 years, this non-profit association enables its members representing all energy-related sectors to meet, get informed and debate in a […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 27 Mar 2018 Global Waste Package adopted by European Parliament Environment committee The European Parliament Environment committee today adopted the deal on the Waste Package in a move that backs plans to boost recycling and reduce landfilling. More on the details of the final deal can be read here. “The Waste Package makes the right step towards building Europe’s Circular Economy. Yet much will depend on Member States […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 27 Mar 2018 Global European paper industry’s trade complaint against Turkey upheld in European Commission report The EU has today released a report related to a Trade Barrier Regulation (“TBR”) investigation launched following a complaint lodged by CEPI, the European association representing the paper industry. The report upheld the complaint finding that the measures imposed by Turkey on the imports of certain varieties of paper such as office paper, books, envelopes […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 27 Mar 2018 Global International Day of Forests 2018: European forests can deliver even more benefits to society On the occasion of the United Nations International Day of Forests and dedicated to “Forests for Sustainable Cities”, representatives of European forest owners, managers and forest-based industries call for more awareness and support to further use the potential of European forests to contribute to a sustainable future. Forests play a crucial role in providing […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 27 Mar 2018 Global Beyond Single Use Plastics - Rethink Plastic talkshow Rethink Plastic is an alliance of #breakfreefromplastic members working at the European policy level for a future free from plastic pollution. These organisations have come together to co-host a innovative talkshow event, featuring some of the cutting edge business leaders taking on single-use plastics as well as those working from the policy angle to create […] Break Free From Plastic · 27 Mar 2018 Global Biodegradable mulch films discussed in workshop hosted by MEP Bogovič On 21 March 2018, Member of the European Parliament Franc Bogovič (EPP) hosted a breakfast debate on 'Biodegradable mulch films: Reducing environmental impact of plastics in agriculture‘. The aim of the workshop was to provide the EU institutions with scientific information about the technology of biodegradable plastics, in particular their benefits in agricultural applications [...] European Bioplastics News · 22 Mar 2018 Global EUBP’s policy recommendations to integrate bioplastics in the EU Plastics Strategy On 16 January 2018, the European Commission published its Communication ‘A European Strategy for Plastics in a Circular Economy’. According to the Commission, this proposal is an ambitious step towards making the European plastics system more resource-efficient and drive the change from a linear to a circular system. Bioplastics provide crucial impulses for innovation [...] European Bioplastics News · 22 Mar 2018 Global Peace of mind for families (and the environment) Concerns about harmful chemicals, health and environmental effects lead more and more parents and toymakers alike to switch to high-quality, sustainable, and safe toys made from bio-based instead from petroleum-based materials. Next to a growing number of new start-ups developing bioplastics toys, big players such as Lego and Hasbro are also investing heavily in [...] European Bioplastics News · 22 Mar 2018 Global Can you teach an old cell new tricks? Mathew Halter The joint venture of DuPont and Tate & Lyle has developed a proprietary process that uses plant-based instead of petroleum-based feedstocks to produce 1,3-propanediol. Today, the company provides solutions for a wide variety of markets and applications through its bio-based performance brands Susterra® and Zemea® propanediol in addition to Bio-PDO™, [...] European Bioplastics News · 22 Mar 2018 Global Electrolux builds the world’s first bioplastic concept fridge Without a doubt, this is the coolest (pun intended) news about an application for bioplastics. Electrolux, the leading group of global household product brands, unveiled the world’s first concept fridge made of bioplastics. All visible parts of the refrigerator prototype are made of bioplastics. The material used in the refrigerator is derived from renewable [...] European Bioplastics News · 22 Mar 2018 Global Barcelona’s historic district starts organic waste collection with compostable biowaste bags In February 2018, the district of Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, located in a historic part of Barcelona, introduced a door-to-door separate waste collection system as part of the Zero Waste Strategy of the municipality. The project aims to minimise the quantity of waste sent to landfill and, more importantly, to involve citizens in order to make [...] European Bioplastics News · 22 Mar 2018 Global News In Brief – March 2018 The Netherlands to ban oxo-degradable plastics: After France and Spain implemented actions in 2017 to limit the production, distribution, sale, provision and utilization of packaging or bags made from oxo-degradable plastics – conventional plastics that falsely claim to biodegrade – the Netherlands now, too, announced plans for a complete ban of oxo-degradable plastics. "A [...] European Bioplastics News · 22 Mar 2018 Global Call for Papers – 13th European Bioplastics Conference European Bioplastics (EUBP) now invites proposals for the 13th European Bioplastics Conference taking place on 4/5 December 2018 at the Titanic Chaussee Hotel in Berlin, Germany. This year’s conference will focus on advanced innovations in bioplastics as well as on environmental aspects and opportunities for growth. Experts are invited to submit proposals for a [...] European Bioplastics News · 22 Mar 2018 Global Eat it, don’t waste it! Best blogs on foodwaste in Central Europe The latest awards for best blogs on foodwaste reduction have some real highlights. Check out these amazing bloggers from across Central Europe… Bloggers play an important role in raising awareness about food waste and how we can prevent it. Do bloggers replace grandmothers when it comes to learning how to use and store food properly? […] Zero Waste Europe · 20 Mar 2018 Global Termomeccanica Ecologia TM.E. S.p.A. Termomeccanica Ecologia has signed with Bionerga the contract for the design and construction of the waste-to-energy plant in... ESWET (European Suppliers of Waste-to-Energy Technology) · 19 Mar 2018 Global Zero waste key to achieving circular economy of cities, experts say BANDUNG, Indonesia (March 19, 2018) — Going Zero Waste is the way to go for cities. This has been the conclusion of experts and practitioners in the recently held International Zero Waste Cities Conference in Bandung, Indonesia. With the theme, “Breaking A ‘Linear’ City: Adopting Zero Waste Towards a Circular Economy,” the event gathered experts, […] Break Free From Plastic · 19 Mar 2018 Global Global campaign challenges Starbucks to keep its promise to curb plastic pollution, create 100% recyclable cup PRESS RELEASE, Monday, March 5, 2018 SEATTLE, WA — Today, more than a dozen leading environmental organizations announced the launch of “Starbucks: Break Free From Plastic” — a global campaign demanding that Starbucks take accountability for its contribution to the growing plastic pollution crisis. Sign the petition at:https://mobilize4change.org/starbucks. The campaign formed ahead of Starbuck… Break Free From Plastic · 13 Mar 2018 Global Wrapping your head around overpackaging – and taking action It’s high time to reduce overpackaging. While policy makers take a first step with the EU Plastics Strategy, citizens are joining the challenge for better design. In January 2018, the European Commission released a new set of initiatives as part of the 2018 Circular Economy Package. These include: The European Strategy for Plastics in a […] Zero Waste Europe · 9 Mar 2018 Global Plastic Diets in Zero Waste Cities are the Solution to Plastic Pollution BANDUNG, Indonesia, March 9, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- To support the "Three Months Trash-Free Movement" and commemorate the "National Waste Awareness Day 2018", the Alliance of Zero Waste Indonesia (AZWI) in collaboration with the Directorate General of Waste Management, Hazardous Waste and Hazardous Materials - Ministry of Environment and Forestry, partnered with the West Java Provincial Governmen… Break Free From Plastic · 9 Mar 2018 Global Corporations Told: Own Up to Global Plastic Crisis BANDUNG, Indonesia (March 8, 2018) — “It’s unfair for companies, who earn billions of dollars annually, to pass the burden and responsibility of managing the waste that their products create when cities and communities with limited resources are burdened by it,” stressed Froilan Grate, regional coordinator of the Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives (GAIA) Asia […] Break Free From Plastic · 8 Mar 2018 Global Detoxing carpets: pathways towards safe and recyclable carpet in a truly circular economy The post Detoxing carpets: pathways towards safe and recyclable carpet in a truly circular economy appeared first on Changing Markets . Changing Markets Foundation · 5 Mar 2018 Global Des moquettes sans toxiques: vers des moquettes sûres et recyclables dans une économie véritablement circulaire The post Des moquettes sans toxiques: vers des moquettes sûres et recyclables dans une économie véritablement circulaire appeared first on Changing Markets . Changing Markets Foundation · 5 Mar 2018