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Global Way open towards strengthening the EU Mercury Regulation Yesterday, the Environment Committee (ENVI) of the European Parliament set the pace by adopting the Commission’s proposal to ban dental amalgam as early as 1 January […] European Environmental Bureau · 12 Jan 2024 Global The Unbearable Complexity of Defining Recycling by Kalle Saarimaa, CEO Tana Oy What is recycling and how can it be measured? This question may sound quite trivial at first but on a closer look turns out to be rather complex – and vital. Why is this question complex? At the societal level, recycling is measured in various ways depending on your […] Global Recycling · 12 Jan 2024 Global PRC Europe 2024: Where Downstream Leaders Meet To Shape The Future Downstream leaders, including oil and chemical companies, EPCs, licensors, refineries and petrochemical plants gather at the Petrochemical and Refining Congress: Europe 2024 to network with potential partners and define technological perspectives to lead downstream transformation. The Congress is held in Amsterdam, Netherlands, on 13-14 May. In 2024, the annual networking event, PRC Europe is c… Global Recycling · 12 Jan 2024 Global 2024: a year that will decide the future The European Green Deal faces a fork in the road—between the politics of hope and the politics of fear—as the June elections loom. This article was co-written by Patrick ten Brink, Faustine Baz-Defossez and Christian Skrivervik, and was originally published by Social Europe. This year was a turning point for the European Green Deal, where hope turned into frustration and deep concern. The next … META (European Environmental Bureau) · 11 Jan 2024 Global Press release: Marco Eikelenboom, CEO of Sappi Europe is the incoming Chairperson of Cepi As of January 2024, Marco Eikelenboom, CEO of Sappi Europe takes over as Chairperson of Cepi from his predecessor Ilkka Hämälä, CEO of Metsä Group. Cepi is a leading and influential trade association in the forest and bio-based industry sector. It is headquartered in Brussels, the capital of the European Union from where Mr. Eikelenboom […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 11 Jan 2024 Global Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2024 - The World Economic Forum World Economic Forum — Circular Economy · 11 Jan 2024 Global Blue Planet’s Sustainable Revolution – Perungudi Dumpyard Reclamation ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 11 Jan 2024 Global No More Silver Linings: What we need from the EU Mercury Regulation As the current EU mandate draws to a close, decision-makers have a small window of time to deliver on ambitious phase-out dates for controversial mercury-added products and address the most important remaining uses of mercury within the EU. Time is now ticking: all three EU institutions must work quickly to secure the completion of the file before the next EU elections in June 2024 to protect t… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 10 Jan 2024 Global Meet the new Zero Waste Europe Board – interview with Mindy O’Brien, President of Zero Waste Europe During our Network-Wide Gathering in Guimarães (Portugal) in April 2023, we welcomed 3 new additions to the ZWE Board; while also saying a heartfelt goodbye to Rossano Ercolini and Huub Scheele, founding Board Members of ZWE who were instrumental in guiding us as President and Secretary of Zero Waste Europe, respectively. The newest composition of […] Zero Waste Europe · 10 Jan 2024 Global Head of Sustainability and Environmental Affairs, European Bioplastics, Full time European Bioplastics is the industry association representing the entire value chain of the bioplastics industry in Europe. Together with our more than 80 members we develop positions and contribute to legislative processes around the topics of sustainability, waste management, resource efficiency, bioeconomy, circular economy, and climate change. The bioplastics industry is a young and [...] European Bioplastics News · 10 Jan 2024 Global EEB meeting rooms renting prices and conditions The European Environmental Bureau (EEB) is renting out its meeting rooms to host events in a green and sustainable space on rue des Deux Eglises 14-16 […] European Environmental Bureau · 10 Jan 2024 Global LISEGA becomes part of the BUHLMANN Group The family-owned company LISEGA, founded in 1964 and based in Zeven, will become part of the BUHLMANN Group on 1... ESWET (European Suppliers of Waste-to-Energy Technology) · 9 Jan 2024 Global The Role of the EU Roma Strategic Framework in Ensuring Environmental Rights and Dignity – 29 January – Online In the framework of the International Holocaust Remembrance Day, ERGO Network together with the European Environmental Bureau are organising an online joint policy launching event on Roma and Environmental […] European Environmental Bureau · 9 Jan 2024 Global The 10th China Zero Waste Forum On December 15th, the 10th China Zero Waste Forum convened in Beijing under the theme "Long-Term Mechanisms for Waste Management and Public Participation Under Dual Carbon Goals." The morning session featured the main forum, while the afternoon included three sub-forums on waste sorting, plastic issues, and end-of-life treatment. Despite heavy snowfall in Beijing, nearly 200 […] Break Free From Plastic · 9 Jan 2024 Global Real-world change in the face of adversity: Europe’s zero waste journey to 2024 As we start this new year, we find ourselves in a world both familiar and unprecedented. The tragedies unfolding across the globe, from ongoing wars to the accelerating environmental breakdown, remind us of the persistent crises that humanity faces. Closer to home, the rise of far-right groups in Europe casts long shadows over the path […] Zero Waste Europe · 8 Jan 2024 Global Energy Recovery Center at Bühler’s headquarters is up and running! Officially opened on 20 November, Bühler’s Energy Recovery Center provides heating for Bühler offices in Uzwil by using biomass generated... ESWET (European Suppliers of Waste-to-Energy Technology) · 8 Jan 2024 Global ISWA Welcomes ZabonEX as our Newest Silver Member ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 6 Jan 2024 Global Elige reutilizar: Un camino hacia un futuro justo y basura cero ¡Basura cero es posible, basura cero es ahora! Mientras las comunidades de todo el mundo se enfrentan a los crecientes retos de la gestión de residuos y la degradación del […] GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 5 Jan 2024 Global Citizens Deliberation on the Green Transition – 10 February – Brussels Citizens Deliberation on the Green Transition Brussels, 10 February 2024 – Registrations now open! We’re thrilled to extend a warm invitation to you for our upcoming […] European Environmental Bureau · 5 Jan 2024 Global drive-a - The World Economic Forum - The World Economic Forum World Economic Forum — Circular Economy · 5 Jan 2024 Global República Dominicana | Organizaciones locales e internacionales se oponen a modificación de Ley 225-20 y plantean prohibición plásticos de un solo uso El proyecto ya fue conocido en el Senado, y organizaciones como GAIA expresan su preocupación de que esas enmiendas sean aprobadas también en la Cámara de Diputados. La Comisión Ambiental […] GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 4 Jan 2024 Global Energy efficiency 101: A little guide for big savings In the symphony that is the energy transition, glamorous renewables take centre stage, often overshadowing one of the orchestra’s main strings: energy efficiency. As winter is upon us, we dive into the five efficiency measures helping citizens slash fossil fuels, energy bills, and air pollution. Alberto Vela reports for REFEREE. Less is always more in the realm of energy. Picture this: any kilo… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 4 Jan 2024 Global Choose Reuse: A Pathway for a Just Zero Waste Future Zero Waste Is Possible. Zero Waste Is Now! January 3, 2024 – As communities worldwide grapple with the escalating challenges of waste management and environmental degradation, International Zero Waste Month […] GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 3 Jan 2024 Global Law Working Group Meeting – 11 April – Brussels Law Working Group Meeting Brussels, 11-12 April 2024 The EEB’s Law Working Group meeting will be held in Brussels and online on 11-12 April 2024. The […] European Environmental Bureau · 3 Jan 2024 Global Study launch – “A New Vision for the Global Trade Order” – 21 November 2024 Study launch “A New Vision for the Global Trade Order” 21.11.2024 Is the era of ”free trade” coming to an end? Both, economic geopolitics and […] European Environmental Bureau · 2 Jan 2024 Global Gefährliche Abfallgüter: Mehr gesetzliche Transportsicherheit ab 2025 The post Gefährliche Abfallgüter: Mehr gesetzliche Transportsicherheit ab 2025 appeared first on FEAD - European Waste Management Association . FEAD (European Waste Management Association) · 1 Jan 2024 Global EU Raw Materials Week 2024 – 09-13 December 2024 – Brussels & Online EU Raw Materials Week 2024 Brussels and online 09.12.2024-13.12.2024 During the EU Raw Materials Week 2024, the EU Raw Materials Coalition (EURMC) will focus on environmental […] European Environmental Bureau · 1 Jan 2024 Global EEB 50th Anniversary Conference 2024 – 13 May – Brussels This year, EEB’s Annual Conference will take place in Brussels as a hybrid event on Monday 13 May 2024. The conference will also be the occasion […] European Environmental Bureau · 1 Jan 2024 Global Surfing green policies: opportunities for sustainable businesses – 23 May – Online Surfing green policies: opportunities for sustainable businesses Webinar, 23 May 2024 Do you want your business to be more sustainable? Have you wondered about the new […] European Environmental Bureau · 1 Jan 2024 Global Belgian Presidency: time is ticking for EU green agenda Belgium takes over the rotating 6-months Presidency of the EU Council from 1 January 2024. With this, Belgium will not only play a pivotal role in […] European Environmental Bureau · 22 Dec 2023 Global Comunidades de Lautaro celebra el rechazo del Comité de ministros a la incineradora de basura de WTE Araucanía La comunidad de Lautaro y la Red de Acción por la Defensa de los Derechos Ambientales, RADA, expresaron su satisfacción por el rechazo del Comité de Ministros a la instalación […] GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 21 Dec 2023 Global OUR HIGHLIGHTS OF 2023! 2023 has been another year of growth, collaboration and solidarity within the movement. GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 21 Dec 2023 Global SOS Wolf: Von der Leyen hands out early Christmas gifts to her political family The European Commission has just published the results of an analysis of the available scientific and technical data on the situation of the wolf accompanied by […] European Environmental Bureau · 20 Dec 2023 Global 2024 ZWE members’ goals At the end of 2023, we asked our members to set their New Year’s resolutions. What will they focus on? Which topics will be on their agenda? Reading the answers, you can bet that we won’t get bored in 2024. Many members will continue teaming up for common battles and networking within their regions. Others […] Zero Waste Europe · 20 Dec 2023 Global Comité de Ministros decidirá mañana si se aprueba planta incineradora de basura en Lautaro, Chile Se están viviendo momentos cruciales para la ciudad de Lautaro, Chile, ya que el miércoles 20 se decidirá si finalmente se autorizará la puesta en marcha de la planta de […] GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 19 Dec 2023 Global Legal bullies take note: EU prepares to SLAPP back In the face of rising strategic lawsuits aiming to stifle public participation, the EU has taken a landmark step by agreeing on its first-ever law to protect individuals from SLAPPs (Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation). This groundbreaking directive, named “Daphne’s Law” after journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, seeks to safeguard freedom of expression and democracy in the EU, but h… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 19 Dec 2023 Global Model PAYT Ordinance The NRDC and the Environmental Law Institute released their Model Ordinance Establishing a Pay-As-You-Throw Program for Residential Municipal Solid Waste in November to assist cities looking to reduce waste generation and ensure more municipal discards are recycled or composted. BioCycle · 19 Dec 2023 Global New ILSR Videos On EPA’s Community Composting Page Top: Image courtesy U.S. EPA The Institute for Local Self-Reliance (ILSR) announced the release of three short videos highlighting the economic, environmental, and social benefits of community composting, created by ILSR’s Composting for Community Initiative for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. To accompany the videos, EPA has created a Community Composting page with the help... The po… BioCycle · 19 Dec 2023 Global California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard Update The California Air Resources Board (CARB) proposed a rulemaking update to its Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) in September 2023. BioCycle · 19 Dec 2023 Global Plastics Europe reaction to Council PPWR vote The Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation is critical to accelerating the transition of the European plastics system to circularity and… Plastics Europe · 19 Dec 2023