Recycling news: 2023

Industry news Waste tech boss predicts ‘landfill mining’ increase within a decade The chief executive of waste software company ISB Global has predicted that ‘landfill mining’, the practise of sifting through landfill sites and extracting materials, will be commonplace within ten years. Chris Williams, who founded the company in 1999, explained that when the earth’s finite resources run out, materials discarded into landfills as waste are set … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 5 Oct 2023 Industry news A transition to a PFAS-free economy for a clean and healthy future Opinion piece written by Dr Julie Schneider, CHEM Trust Campaigner. Last week, CHEM Trust submitted its response to the public consultation on the EU universal PFAS restriction proposal. This follows on one year from CHEM Trust, Arnika, Tegengif, HEAL, EEB, ClientEarth, and BUND launching the BAN PFAS manifesto. We have since been joined by 125 […] CHEM Trust · 5 Oct 2023 Industry news REview23, the REA’s annual state of the industry report, shows growth of renewables sector, but much further to go REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 4 Oct 2023 Industry news RECHARGE UK Chair sets out plan to speed up EV transition REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 4 Oct 2023 Industry news Upcoming Autumn Webinars The post Upcoming Autumn Webinars appeared first on RECOUP . RECOUP · 4 Oct 2023 Industry news Environment Agency launches consultation on shipment fees The Environment Agency has launched a public consultation today (4 October) on plans to increase charges for regulating notified waste shipments under the Transfrontier Shipment of Waste Regulations (2007). Notified waste involves the movements of certain wastes to certain destinations which are subject to stricter notification controls (see: Importing and exporting waste). The Agency announced… letsrecycle.com News · 4 Oct 2023 Industry news Renewi ponders exit from UK municipal market Renewi published a trading update today (4 October) for the six-month period to 30 September 2023, where it said its UK operations “performed slightly ahead of expectations”, amid a “strategic evaluation” of its UK business. In response to a planned takeover offer from Macquarie last week (see letsrecycle.com story), Renewi set out its reasonings for why … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 4 Oct 2023 Industry news Altilium partners with ABB to revolutionise EV battery recycling and pave the way for a cleaner transport future We have joined forces with ABB, a global technology leader, to electrify our battery recycling process, pioneering the integration of automation, electrification and digital technologies. This collaboration addresses the pressing need for domestic, low carbon, sustainable battery materials in the UK and Europe, giving the region industrial resilience. Our new partnership is driving innovation a… Altilium news · 4 Oct 2023 Industry news Sign up for the Waste Nothing Challenge! The post Sign up for the Waste Nothing Challenge! appeared first on Bristol Waste Company . Bristol Waste Company · 4 Oct 2023 Industry news Biffa’s Taunton MRF ‘structurally unsafe’ after fire A fire which broke out yesterday at Biffa’s materials recycling facility (MRF) in Taunton has led the facility to be deemed “structurally unsafe”, according to Somerset council. The fire service was called to the scene at around 03:00 yesterday (3 October) with around 60 firefighters in attendance. As of today at 8:42 AM, the fire … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 4 Oct 2023 Industry news Working Together to Increase Local Access to Bikes; Case Study Circular Communities Scotland's Affordable Access to Bikes Project is proud to present a new case study 'Working Together to Increase Local Access to Bikes'. This case study showcases our member West Lothian Bike Library working together with West Lothian Council, to reduce waste and increase local access to bikes. West Lothian Bike Library is a [...] Circular Communities Scotland · 4 Oct 2023 Industry news Defra seeks head of EPR scheme administrator Defra has begun the process of hiring someone to head the UK’s extended producer responsibility (EPR) scheme administrator. The job advert for a temporary role lasting between 12-24 months was published yesterday (3 October). It outlines that the successful candidate will “own” the design and establishment of the new scheme administrator, with an annual salary … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 4 Oct 2023 Industry news News in brief (04/10/23) With news on: Suez UK rolls out defibrillators across sites nationwide; Geminor reaches milestone of 100 employees; DDRS solution ‘must avoid unnecessary cost and manual labour’; UKVIA to launch vape recycling info hub; and, Axil announces EcoVadis silver standard. Suez UK rolls out defibrillators across sites nationwide Suez UK has announced that it has expanded … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 4 Oct 2023 Industry news Renewi plc Capital Markets Day - Renewi Renewi · 4 Oct 2023 Industry news Why buy when you can borrow? - Library of Things Library of Things · 4 Oct 2023 Industry news Jessica Alexander Honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award at NBF Gala Dinner The National Bed Federation (NBF) presented Jessica Alexander, whose career with the trade association spans 37 years, with a surprise Lifetime Achievement Award at the Bed Show Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony on 26 September 2023. This recognition commemorates her exceptional contributions to the organisation and 17 years of outstanding service as its executive director. […] National Bed Federation · 3 Oct 2023 Industry news Costa Coffee Club - Costa Costa Coffee media centre · 3 Oct 2023 Industry news GRS Fleet Graphics acquires vehicle graphic design company EPIC EPIC Media Group, a vehicle graphic design company has announced it has been acquired by GRS Fleet Graphics, part of Tosca Capital Group. Founded in 2003, EPIC Media Group has been a partner for over 200 companies and local authorities, assisting them in branding their vehicle fleets. The founders of EPIC, Kevin and Lynda Murton, … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 3 Oct 2023 Industry news Statement from ADBA ADBA e-mailed its members the following statement on Tuesday, 3rd October, 2023. If you have questions or comments, you are welcome to direct them to Flávio Ascenco, Technical Support Manager at ADBA, at flavio.ascenco@adbioresources.org and +44 (0) 20 8434 2742. Dear ADBA members, We were very concerned to hear of the explosion at the… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 3 Oct 2023 Industry news Biffa’s research highlights sustainability challenges in construction Findings of research commissioned by Biffa has shown that sustainability is a priority for most large construction businesses surveyed, but the sector still faces challenges. Conducted by the YouGov Analysis Institute, the research surveyed over 1000 UK business decision makers in a bid to explore attitudes towards and engagements with the circular economy. It ran … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 3 Oct 2023 Industry news RECOUP Announces 2023 Awards Winners The post RECOUP Announces 2023 Awards Winners appeared first on RECOUP . RECOUP · 3 Oct 2023 Industry news 12 luminaires from the future Circular Lighting Report editor Ray Molony selects a dozen exemplars of low impact lighting which challenge the current take-make-waste norms […] Recolight · 3 Oct 2023 Industry news Essex to extend landfill deals and relaunch waste tender in January Essex county council has announced plans to extend its existing landfill contracts by a further 12 months and begin tendering for a new residual waste treatment contract in January 2024. In a statement yesterday (2 October), the council said it will seek permission to extend its current residual waste disposal contracts by a year, to … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 3 Oct 2023 Industry news Upcycled luminaires used on showpiece wooden structure Upcycled luminaires rescued from the potential waste steam have been used to create a lighting landmark at Senate House Steps […] Recolight · 3 Oct 2023 Industry news TM66 scores protected in next edition Manufacturers who have published TM66 ratings for their luminaires will not need to recalculate for future editions, one of the […] Recolight · 3 Oct 2023 Industry news Smurfit Kappa extends Scottish presence with £2.5m Perth and Kinross deal Perth and Kinross council has awarded Smurfit Kappa a contract for the processing of mixed paper and cardboard, valued at £2.5 million. According to the notice, dispatched on 2 October, the contract commenced on 20 September. It covers paper sourced from the council’s kerbside collections, household waste and recycling centres (HWRCs) and recycling points as well … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 3 Oct 2023 Industry news Alupro to showcase latest campaigns at LARAC 2023 Alupro, the aluminium packaging recycling organisation, will showcase its latest consumer awareness campaigns and creative educational initiatives at this year’s LARAC Conference. Taking place at The Hilton Metropole in Birmingham between 11-12 October, the recycling and waste management event will bring together hundreds of local authority representatives from across the UK to discuss policy, … Alupro · 3 Oct 2023 Industry news Fire crews remain at Severn Trent’s Cassington AD plant after lightning strike Fire crews have worked throughout the night tackling a fire which broke out at Severn Trent Green Power’s Cassington anaerobic digestion (AD) plant in Witney, Oxfordshire, after it was struck by lightning. The incident yesterday (2 October) evening is the second time a site owned by Severn Trent in the region has been struck by … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 3 Oct 2023 Industry news NBF targets young people with new bed industry recruitment video The National Bed Federation (NBF) has launched a recruitment video encouraging young people to explore the variety of career opportunities within the UK & Irish Bed industry, whilst also addressing the growing skills gap in manufacturing. Recognising the vital role the younger generation plays in shaping the future of the bed industry, the video targets […] National Bed Federation · 3 Oct 2023 Industry news New facility to double Wales’ plastic reprocessing capacity - Jayplas Jayplas · 3 Oct 2023 Industry news Cities are 24×7: What if they were powered 24×7 with carbon free energy? Molly Webb, explains why achieving net-zero cities is crucial for meeting global climate goals, what can carbon free energy do to help? Open Access Government — Environment · 2 Oct 2023 Industry news Suez ‘confirms confidence in UK’ with Devon Contract Waste acquisition Suez recycling and recovery UK has announced the acquisition of Devon Contract Waste (DCW) for an undisclosed sum. DCW is located in Exeter and specialises in commercial waste management and recycling for businesses throughout the South West. It operates a materials recovery centre in the area with a capacity of 25,000 tonnes, where waste is … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 2 Oct 2023 Industry news England have implemented a single-use plastic ban In England, a ban on disposable plastic plates, utensils, and specific types of polystyrene cups and containers became effective on Sunday (1st October 2023). Open Access Government — Environment · 2 Oct 2023 Industry news Will Commissioner Šefcovic commit to reform REACH? We have entered the final countdown for the publication of a proposal to revise the EU’s main chemicals legislation REACH by the current Europe Commission team. One year ago, Commissioner Šefcovic presented the 2023 Commission work programme to the European Parliament, which stated that the REACH revision would be published in Q4 – which begins […] CHEM Trust · 2 Oct 2023 Industry news Severn Trent reopens Derby AD facility Severn Trent Green Power’s anaerobic digestion (AD) facility in Derby has reopened, after undergoing an “extensive” refurbishment program. Located in Megaloughton Lane, the facility was closed last year while the company said it added a new front-end and two new digester tanks to the site, which can process 50,000 tonnes of food waste. The site … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 2 Oct 2023 Industry news Homelessness Matters podcast season two launches 10 October 2023 The second season of Emmaus’s podcast, Homelessness Matters, launches 10 October 2023. With the release of season two set to coincide with World Homeless Day, we’re taking a fresh view... Emmaus UK · 2 Oct 2023 Industry news Utility Aid – Reuse Network Annual Conference sponsor spotlight A blog series shining a spotlight on sponsors of the Reuse Network Annual Conference 2023. Sixth in the series is Utility Aid who are the Bursary Sponsor this year! Reuse Network · 2 Oct 2023 Industry news MPMA response – Consultation Plastic Plackaging Tax – chemical recycling and adoption of a mass balance approach, 2 October 2023 The post MPMA response – Consultation Plastic Plackaging Tax – chemical recycling and adoption of a mass balance approach, 2 October 2023 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 2 Oct 2023 Industry news Rishi Sunak’s Alan Partridge moment an attempt to drive public to distraction Commenting on the transport announcements from both the prime minister and the transport secretary over the weekend and in today’s speech, Greenpeace UK’s policy director Dr Doug Parr said: “Talking about potholes and speed limits after 13 years in government is more Alan Partridge than big-vision politics. And coming from a prime minister who likes […] Greenpeace UK · 2 Oct 2023 Industry news HWRCs ‘at risk of closure’ if DIY waste charges removed The Local Government Association (LGA) has warned that household waste and recycling centres (HWRCs) are “at risk of closure” if the government bans councils from being able to charge households to leave DIY waste. The association published the results of a “snapshot survey” it ran with the National Association of Waste Disposal Officers (NAWDO), which … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 2 Oct 2023