Recycling news: 2023

Industry news Beyond sewage: CHEM Trust’s fringe event on chemical pollution at the Conservative Party Conference CHEM Trust is co-hosting a fringe event with the Marine Conservation Society at this year’s Conservative Party Conference ‘Beyond sewage: The invisible threat of chemical pollution in UK waters’. Join us at our beautiful venue, a Grade II-listed building on Deansgate just outside the conference secure zone. There will be both a drink and canapé reception to celebrate the […] CHEM Trust · 20 Sept 2023 Industry news What to do with damaged lithium batteries? - Biffa Biffa · 20 Sept 2023 Industry news Live Labs 2 - themes and projects - adeptnet.org.uk ADEPT (Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Planning & Transport) · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news Reuse Network Commercial Manager scoops rising star award A huge congratulations to Reuse Network’s Commercial Manager, Hannah Jordan, who was recognised as one of the top 35 rising waste sector stars at the RWM Expo 2023. 35 UNDER 35 is Letsrecycle.com’s award programme that identifies the trailblazers in the waste and recycling industry who are striving for professional excellence, promoting industry innovation […] Reuse Network · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Landia Biogas Digester Systems set for Indonesia MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Landia Biogas Digester Systems set for Indonesia Landia is supplying 12 of its digester mixing systems for pre-treatment tanks at a wastewater facility in Indonesia, Part of a major Bio Production Plant in Java, the facility converts grass materials into biodegradable bags, with the excess matter utilised to produce biogas in… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news RIG acquires Park-an-Chy Waste Transfer Station as part of its ambitious growth strategy Recycle It Global (RIG) has acquired Park-an-Chy Waste Transfer Station as part of its growth strategy to drive advancements in waste technology. RIG is an engineering company specialising in processing technical waste generated from construction and demolition sites. Using innovative technology, RIG offers cost-effective engineering solutions that create sustainable construction aggregates suc… Skip & Waste Magazine · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news Netherlands Single-Use Plastic Products Directive The Netherlands has implemented measures in accordance with the EU Single-Use Plastic Directive to regulate the use of Single-Use Plastic Products. Aleeza Rai, Valpak International Account Manager, discusses the challenges associated with single-use plastics and highlights the steps taken by the Dutch Government to address this issue. Valpak · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news #SustyTalk: Razer’s Kenneth Ng on embedding the UN SDGs into business strategy edie's #SustyTalk series of exclusive interviews continues with Razer's global sustianability lead Kenneth Ng, who gives his advice on effective strategising around the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). edie — Circular Economy tag · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news Essex awards Indaver £1.1m POPs treatment contract Essex county council has awarded Indaver a one-year contract worth £1.14 million for the treatment of waste containing containing persistent organic pollutants (POPs). The tender was published on 8 September but began in June, and covers the treatment of approximately 6,500 tonnes of material, sourced from household waste and recycling centres (HWRCs) and other waste … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news Common EPR mistakes James Griffin, Valpak Environmental Compliance Advisor, has written an informative blog post that provides valuable insights into common mistakes made while completing the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for packaging data form. This resource proves highly beneficial for our members. Valpak · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news Bountagu – a small community with a big heart - CleanupUK CleanupUK · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news Improving lives through farming, Stepney City Farm - CleanupUK CleanupUK · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news Skinflint teams up with sustainable sourcing firm Salvaged luminaire supplier Skinflint has teamed up with London based sustainable design consultancy Dodds & Shute to get its reclaimed […] Recolight · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news Rotation-moulded pendants use recycled plastic A family of three suspension lamps made of recycled plastic has been unveiled by fashion brand Diesel. The Reglobe is […] Recolight · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news Shop spotlights are reused at art school A set of outdated spotlights from a Manchester department store have been reused in an art school in a remanufacturing […] Recolight · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news How mattresses are recycled Find out how we recycle mattresses in Greater Manchester. Recycle for Greater Manchester · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news News in brief (19/09/23) With news on: Wandsworth introduces new food waste collection service; Survey shows £150m worth of stuff thrown out when Brits move house; CRAIN files complaint over Carlisle EfW; and, County Down resident fined £4,000 for unauthorised waste disposal. Wandsworth introduces new food waste collection service Wandsworth council has announced plans to introduce a new food … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news England introduces single-use plastics ban from 1st October 2023 The post England introduces single-use plastics ban from 1st October 2023 appeared first on Clarity . Clarity Environmental · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news Antarctica’s alarmingly low sea ice levels Scientists suggest that the record-warm oceans, changes in ocean currents and winds, and the developing El Niño phenomenon may all be contributing factors to the alarmingly low sea ice levels in Antarctica this year. Open Access Government — Environment · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news Friends of Bruce Castle Park – building bonds over litter and cake - CleanupUK CleanupUK · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news Young talent recognised as 35 Under 35 waste stars announced The post Young talent recognised as 35 Under 35 waste stars announced appeared first on Grundon . Grundon Waste Management · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news NBF appoints postgraduate microbiologist as part of knowledge transfer partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University The NBF has entered a three-year knowledge transfer partnership (KTP) with Manchester Metropolitan University (ManMet) and has received funding to appoint a postgraduate microbiologist, Sophie Hibberd, who will research how the industry can measure the cleanliness of reused and recycled materials from beds and mattresses. The NBF has previously worked with ManMet to look at […] National Bed Federation · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news Newsletter Spring 2023 The post Newsletter Spring 2023 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news Newsletter Autumn 2023 The post Newsletter Autumn 2023 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news PR Committee meeting minutes, 2nd August 2023 The post PR Committee meeting minutes, 2nd August 2023 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news Derby in contamination clampdown as cost soars to £450,000 Derby city council has launched a campaign to reduce contamination in blue recycling bins as the cost of dealing with non-target materials has now exceeded £450,000 a year. The campaign was launched yesterday (18 September) and will encourage residents to adopt two simple habits for using their blue commingled recycling bin. These are: Check Before … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Carbogenics Chosen to Represent Scotland at New York Climate Week MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Carbogenics Chosen to Represent Scotland at New York Climate Week Carbogenics, a pioneering Scottish startup specialising in sustainable biogas solutions and biochar, has been supported by Scottish Development International (SDI), Scotland’s international trade and investment agency to participate in a global event in New York City to coincide with the prestigious… The po… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news ‘Upward trend’ in MRF gate fees continued in 2022, WRAP finds WRAP has reported that the average gate fee paid by local authorities to send recyclables to materials recycling facilities (MRFs) rose by more than 30% in 2022. The rise in gate fees was put down to a variety of reasons, with 56% of respondents citing an inflation increase or price review, 32% saying changes to … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news Zero Waste Awards 2023 recipients recognised The latest recipients of the Zero Waste Awards were recognised for their part in tackling climate change at a ceremony and networking event at RWM Expo on 14 September. Established by letsrecycle.com and now in their tenth year, the awards recognise and reward organisations for their efforts to reduce the amount of resources they waste. … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news Report: Plastic pollution levels on course to double by 2040 without urgent action Without a “concerted” international effort, the amount of plastics seeping into the environment each year could double by 2040 – and reducing production at source is a key component of changing the direction of travel. edie — Circular Economy tag · 19 Sept 2023 Industry news How to make a DIY costume that won't spook the planet - Hubbub Hubbub · 18 Sept 2023 Industry news Seal Research Trust - Wildlife and Countryside Link Wildlife and Countryside Link · 18 Sept 2023 Industry news Two rising stars recognised in 35 UNDER 35 Awards Two Senior Consultants from Resource Futures – Archana Pisharody and Katie Powell – have been awarded ’35 UNDER 35’ status in the 2023 Letsrecycle.com's 35 UNDER 35 Awards. Resource Futures · 18 Sept 2023 Industry news RWM 2023: 35-under-35 winners revealed The top 35 rising waste sector stars of 2023 were recognised last week (13 September) as part of the 35-under-35 awards. The final list of 35 was whittled down by an independent judging panel from more than 100 entries and announced during the RWM Expo at the NEC, Birmingham. Organised by letsrecycle.com and sponsored by Grundon, … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 18 Sept 2023 Industry news Man ordered to pay for clean-up costs not covered by insurance A man has been banned from serving as a company director for three years and ordered to pay compensation exceeding £7,000 to a landowner in Northumberland, after being found guilty of illegally dumping waste. According to a statement from the Environment Agency on Friday (15 September) Grant Brown, 35, from Newcastle, appeared at Newcastle Magistrates’ … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 18 Sept 2023 Industry news Powerday acquires it’s seventh site with acquisition of Economic Skips Limited The post Powerday acquires it’s seventh site with acquisition of Economic Skips Limited appeared first on Powerday . Powerday · 18 Sept 2023 Industry news Recycling wind turbines not a ‘major headache’, EMR says Global metals recycling company EMR has hit back at claims that the recycling of wind turbines is causing a “major headache”. Last week, the Times reported that wind turbines reaching the end of their operational use are now either going to be stored or sent to landfill while the industry battles the recycling of them. … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 18 Sept 2023 Industry news Kent RDF fire saw ‘300 tonnes’ of waste alight More than 300 tonnes of waste caught fire at a refuse derived fuel (RDF) facility in Chatham, Kent, on Friday (15 September), with eight fire engines at the scene at the fire’s peak. Kent Fire and Rescue Service said they were called to the site, operated by RDF specialist Street Fuel Ltd, in the early … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 18 Sept 2023 Industry news A single set of animal tracks can yield a wealth of valuable information The study of rock art in Namibia's Doro Nawas mountains uncovers diverse motifs, detailed animal track insights, and cultural preferences, notably the unique direction of zebra tracks. Open Access Government — Environment · 18 Sept 2023 Industry news Switch to recycled polymers to achieve sustainability targets - axiongroup.co.uk Axion Group · 18 Sept 2023