Recycling news: 2018

Industry news Opinion: Time for direct action on food waste Last week (9 July), the National Infrastructure Commission released its Infrastructure Assessment report which positioned food waste recycling as a key driver to achieving a low-carbon, low-cost future. Philip Simpson, commercial director at ReFood, provides his view. OPINION: Every year, the UK throws away 14.8 million tonnes of food waste – 45 times heavier than … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 17 Jul 2018 Industry news Ocean sciences: Advancing the frontiers of knowledge The activities of the Division of Ocean Sciences (OCE), a section of the National Science Foundation (NSF), in advancing the frontiers of knowledge around ocean sciences, are reviewed here by Open Access Government Open Access Government — Environment · 17 Jul 2018 Industry news Defra defends recycling in face of EfW criticism With energy from waste facing criticism this week in claims that it is slowing recycling and that new plants are not needed, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has stepped into the debate. Yesterday (16 July) the Green Party called for a moratorium on new plants and said the UK is on the … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 17 Jul 2018 Industry news AO to build fridge plant in South East England South East England is set to get a major fridge recycling facility under a project planned by online electricals recycler AO. The company, which is close to finalising the as yet unnamed location, takes back large volumes of white goods from London and the South East and this has prompted the investment plans for a … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 17 Jul 2018 Industry news Somerset recycling loader ‘bruised and battered’ Somerset Waste Partnership is calling for greater respect for collection crews after a worker was left “bruised and battered” following an incident with a passing vehicle. SWP said collections were disrupted in and around Nether Stowey near Bridgewater last week after an injured recycling loader was taken to hospital following the incident. “The loader has … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 17 Jul 2018 Industry news Small and Beautiful It’s five years since TRAID began funding a project to support the children of garment workers in Bangladesh. Leigh McAlea,... TRAID · 17 Jul 2018 Industry news Nestlé Tutbury - Nestlé UK Nestle UK media · 17 Jul 2018 Industry news Greens call for moratorium on EFW plants The UK will be burning more waste than it recycles inside the next year, a report by the Green Party has suggested. As a result of the findings, according to the Green Party, the government should immediately bring in a moratorium on the building of new incinerators, along with a charge for incineration. But, critics … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 16 Jul 2018 Industry news Features News Feed - Bioenergy Insight Magazine Bioenergy Insight · 16 Jul 2018 Industry news TCO in warning over waste drivers using phones The Traffic Commissioner’s Office has warned waste sector and other employers of the “risks” their drivers could face if caught using a mobile phone whilst driving. In a statement earlier this month, the TCO warned that if caught, “professional drivers” could be suspended from driving commercial vehicles, “in addition to the fine points and penalties … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 16 Jul 2018 Industry news Genomics of thermotolerance – helping beef cattle adapt to the climate change Developing genomic tools for increased thermotolerance in beef cattle is imperative, says University of Florida’s Associate Professor Raluca Mateescu Open Access Government — Environment · 16 Jul 2018 Industry news Organics contracts underway in West London West London Waste Authority (WLWA) has awarded contracts to a number of organics recycling firms for the treatment of green waste and commingled green and food waste. Three companies have been awarded parts of the contract, which commenced on 1 May 2018 and will run for 24 months. Lots In terms of the treatment of … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 16 Jul 2018 Industry news Viridor releases update on Sutton ERF Viridor has released an update on its energy recovery facility (ERF) in Beddington, Sutton, explaining that the £205 million plant is “expected to become operational in autumn 2018”. The site, which will process 275,000 tonnes per year of non-recyclable waste, was due to be operational in August 2018 with the capacity to treat 95% of … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 16 Jul 2018 Industry news New report by Resource Futures sets out roadmap for reuse in Wales 16 July 2018 A new report by Resource Futures for WRAP Cymru and the Welsh government sets out a road map for a transformative shift in the way Wales deals with waste, through increasing reuse, and what this could mean for the environment and economy. Resource Futures · 16 Jul 2018 Industry news Ancient Egyptian chemists were making cosmetics 3500 years ago - Chemistry World Chemistry World · 16 Jul 2018 Industry news Bywaters Raises Mayor of London’s Recycling Rate to 85% Recycling rates at City Hall, the Mayor of London’s Office, have shot up to an impressive 85% thanks to an innovative partnership between Tube Lines and Bywaters. Bywaters · 15 Jul 2018 Industry news Worn Again Press Release – July 2018 WORN AGAIN TECHNOLOGIES BREAKS BOUNDARIES, RAISING £5 MILLION INVESTMENT, ACCELERATING IT TO MARKET Worn Again Technologies news · 14 Jul 2018 Industry news Fires hit waste sector across England Waste fires occurred in a number of places across England over the past week, including incidents in London, Cornwall and Leicestershire. The largest of the fires is thought to have been in Leyton, north east London which has now been brought “under control”. London The fire started shortly after 5pm yesterday (12 July) at a … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 13 Jul 2018 Industry news Pedestrian killed in Veolia RCV collision A man has died following an incident involving a Veolia refuse collection vehicle in Croydon. The incident, described as a “road traffic collission” by the London Ambulance Service, occurred shortly before 11am on Wednesday (11 July) in the Sanderstead area of Croydon. The man, who is understood to be a member of the public in … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 13 Jul 2018 Industry news Love Parks Week - Keep Britain Tidy Keep Britain Tidy · 13 Jul 2018 Industry news Climate change: Learning how to negotiate on behalf of the planet Johanna Bocklet, Research Associate at the Institute of Energy Economics, University of Cologne shares her views on climate change, focussing on learning how to negotiate on behalf of the planet Open Access Government — Environment · 13 Jul 2018 Industry news ELV review will assess electrical parts in cars VIDEO REPORT: The process of reviewing the End of Life Vehicle (ELV) Directive before the EU Commission is now getting underway. On the agenda will be how to classify the increasing amount of electrical products in cars, either under the WEEE directive (waste electrical and electronic equipment) or under the ELV directive (end of life … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 13 Jul 2018 Industry news North Lanarkshire waste contract goes to Viridor North Lanarkshire council in Scotland has revealed that Viridor has won an interim contract worth £17 million for the “receipt, treatment, and onward transmission” of kerbside residual and HWRC waste in both North and central Lanarkshire. Previously, Dow UK had the contract for North Lanarkshire, FCC Environmental held it for Lanarkshire central and Levenseat Ltd & … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 13 Jul 2018 Industry news WRAP finds ‘local’ flats recycling approach can help WRAP has published a report looking to “identify and test measures” to help local authorities improve recycling, particularly on flatted properties within UK cities and urban areas. Some of the findings of the work are that a “tailored” and “local” approach is one of the best ways to boost recycling. To achieve its research objective, … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 13 Jul 2018 Industry news Clowning around for recycling The post Clowning around for recycling appeared first on Grundon . Grundon Waste Management · 12 Jul 2018 Industry news UK Government White Paper on Brexit includes a wish to stay in EU chemicals law, but are its commitments enough? The UK Government today published a White Paper spelling out its Brexit strategy and CHEM Trust welcomes its reaffirmation that the UK will be seeking ‘active’ participation in the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) and the linked REACH chemicals regulatory system. The UK Government’s proposals address two of the three preconditions that we believe will be necessary for […] CHEM Trust · 12 Jul 2018 Industry news Use of endocrine disrupting chemical BPS in thermal paper is increasing, but where’s the action? On March 27th CHEM Trust published the “Toxic Soup” report, which examined how industry is being allowed to replace the well-known hormone disrupting chemical bisphenol A (BPA), with very similar chemicals that may also be harmful, for example bisphenol S (BPS). The day before we had sent letters to the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), the European […] CHEM Trust · 12 Jul 2018 Industry news John Lewis Group looks to start-ups to reduce plastic The John Lewis Partnership has announced that the topic for its “start-up innovation” programme this year will be to reduce plastic use in both John Lewis and Waitrose. Called JLAB, the innovation scheme is run by the John Lewis Partnership and encourages start-up companies to apply for advice and product validation from retail experts. The … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 12 Jul 2018 Industry news The research priorities for the cereals and oilseeds sector Tim Isaac, Head of Arable at the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board shares his thoughts on research into the cereals & oilseeds sector Open Access Government — Environment · 12 Jul 2018 Industry news Bristol approves blue recycling box switch Bristol residents will receive an additional blue recycling box, after the city council’s cabinet approved recommendations for changes to the city’s household waste and recycling collections. The newcomer is designed for all recyclable materials and will be distributed to homeowners as part of the city’s waste strategy. This means Bristol households will now have a … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 12 Jul 2018 Industry news Vale of Glamorgan approves collections overhaul Vale of Glamorgan council has confirmed a major shake-up to its waste services with a move to a source separated recycling system from April 2019. However, the move to the ‘collections blueprint’ system is subject to the authority receiving full capital grant from Welsh Government. The grant will fund all capital costs for the ‘up … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 12 Jul 2018 Industry news UK-India trade review calls for flexibility on food standards and chemical rules The post UK-India trade review calls for flexibility on food standards and chemical rules appeared first on Unearthed . Unearthed (Greenpeace UK) · 11 Jul 2018 Industry news Government funds St Helena plastics scheme A new scheme to reduce and monitor plastic pollution on the island of St Helena has secured £72,000 in funding from the Government. The project is part of a package of funding and support for UK Overseas Territories announced by the Government. At the same time, the Darwin Plus scheme opens today for the latest … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Jul 2018 Industry news The synergistic use of atmospheric data from space: from research to operational products Ugo Cortesi (IFAC-CNR), on behalf of the AURORA Consortium, explains the synergistic use of atmospheric data from space Open Access Government — Environment · 11 Jul 2018 Industry news Promoting polar science in the United States The work of the Office of Polar Programs (OPP), part of the National Science Foundation (NSF), is examined here by Open Access Government Open Access Government — Environment · 11 Jul 2018 Industry news CARS and MRE show kicks off in Stoneleigh The eagerly anticipated CARS and MRE trade show has kicked off today at Stoneleigh’s NAEC, near Coventry, with a limited number of free tickets still available for tomorrow. The Metals Recycling Event (MRE) and Complete Auto Recycling Show (CARS) is the leading event in Europe dedicated to vehicle and metal recyclers. A live demonstration of … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Jul 2018 Industry news Copenhagen – Will its waste be wonderful? SPECIAL REPORT: Jeff Cooper, a former president of ISWA – the International Solid Waste Association – reports on the association’s recent waste and recycling event in Copenhagen and reflects on current and planned activities. Denmark has an enviable reputation for sound waste management and is currently developing its waste management plan for the future. Also Copenhagen … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Jul 2018 Industry news Procurement begins for Cornwall collections contract Cornwall council has begun the procurement process for a new 10 year waste management contract worth £20 million a year. The contract will begin in April 2020, following the termination of the current contract, held by Biffa, for waste and recycling collection, street and beach cleansing services, in March 2020. The contract will be an … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Jul 2018 Industry news NIC promotes Wales as ‘world leader in recycling’ Earlier today, the National Infrastructure Commission released a report, setting out a list of recommendations to the government on how to boost the UK’s infrastructure. Joshua Doherty looks into the recommendations, and speaks to some of the people involved. England should use Wales as an example for increasing national household recycling rates, an economist at the NIC … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 10 Jul 2018 Industry news Monthly data fails to alleviate PRN concerns With the value of wood packaging waste recovery notes (PRNs) now above the £30 mark and rising, the latest figures published by the Environment Agency show an increase of almost 50,000 tonnes of wood recycled over the past month. The data – which covers all material types – comes within the Agency’s monthly summary of recovery and … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 10 Jul 2018