Recycling news: 2019

Industry news Gnocchi – the perfect zero waste meal. Served 6 ways… Gnocchi is such a brilliant food for a number of reasons. Firstly, it’s a great ‘Use it up!’ meal if you have any left over mashed potato. Second, it’s super quick to make, making gnocchi invaluable when you’re in a hurry and don’t want to resort to convenience food in all its plastic packaging. Third,… Zero Waste Week · 14 May 2019 Industry news International crackdown on plastic waste exports Exporters of mixed, unrecyclable and contaminated plastic waste will soon have to secure permission from receiving countries in advance of material being sent. But, a proposal put forward by Norway that all mixed plastic waste exports should receive ‘prior informed consent’ from destination countries has not been taken forward. The new measure has been agreed … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 14 May 2019 Industry news Sir David Attenborough backs new report revealing stark health impacts of plastic pollution and rubbish on world’s poorest people NO TIME TO WASTE One person dies every 30 seconds in developing countries from diseases caused by plastic pollution and rubbish Sir David Attenborough backs report saying ‘it’s one of the first to highlight the impacts of plastic pollution…on world’s poorest people’ Open-air burning of plastic and rubbish in developing countries adds to carbon emissions, […] WasteAid · 14 May 2019 Industry news Rodanto Joins Countrystyle’s Client Portfolio As a leading global grower, importer, packer and distributor of Fresh Produce based in Gravesend, Rodanto Ltd has taken further […] Countrystyle Recycling · 14 May 2019 Industry news ‘From emissions to leadership’ at Letsrecycle Live As excitement continues to mount for the inaugural Letsrecycle Live trade show, which takes place over the 22-23 May, we provide an overview of the key discussions taking place during the two days. The venue is Stoneleigh Park, Coventry CV8 2LG. Talks and presentations ranging from emissions to leadership, will be split across three theatres: … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 14 May 2019 Industry news Fall in Chinese orders hits used cardboard market An ongoing slump in orders for used cardboard from Chinese paper mills is expected to lead to further price reductions in domestic and export markets for the material. The price fall in the waste paper market is likely to hit material from the retail sector but could also have a sharp impact on arisings from civic … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 14 May 2019 Industry news Letter to Secretary of State and Ministers in Scotland and Wales INCPEN (Industry Council for Packaging and the Environment) · 13 May 2019 Industry news EU Elections: Environment, health and consumer groups call for action on hazardous chemicals European elections will be taking place from 23rd – 26th May 2019, with more than 400 million people eligible to vote across 28 Member States. Voters will elect over 700 Members of the European Parliament (MEPs), who have the power to amend proposed EU laws, contribute to EU policy making and will cross-examine and vote on […] CHEM Trust · 13 May 2019 Industry news Major players take pledge to tackle food waste Major players from the retail and hospitality sectors, along with social media influencers and chefs, are joining forces today to pledge action to drive down food waste. Environment secretary Michael Gove and minister Thérèse Coffey were among the first to sign up to the pledge – which includes a goal to halve food waste by … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 13 May 2019 Industry news Centriforce Products fined after worker fatality A Liverpool recycling company has been ordered to pay over £130,000 in fines and costs after one of its employees, Paul Andrews, was fatally crushed by plastic bales. The case against Centriforce Products Limited, which dates back to an incident in 2017, was heard at Liverpool Crown Court, following an investigation by the Health and … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 13 May 2019 Industry news Concerns raised over Scotland’s DRS proposals Several waste management organisations have reacted with concern to the Scottish government’s plans for an ‘all in’ deposit return scheme (DRS). However, others said they welcome the ambitions shown in the plans and will support the scheme if conditions are met. As reported by letsrecycle.com last week, Scotland’s cabinet secretary for the environment, Roseanna Cunningham, … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 13 May 2019 Industry news Vehicle news round-up (13/05/2019) With news on: Allerdale takes delivery of RCVs; Doosan launches enhanced mini-excavators; West London Composting invests in loader; Portland Stones takes delivery of material handler; and MCS replaces fleet. Allerdale council takes delivery of Dennis RCVs Seventeen Dennis Eagle RCVs have been bought by Allerdale council in Cumbria and put to work collecting domestic waste … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 13 May 2019 Industry news SUEZ UK chosen for Somerset collections contract Somerset Waste Partnership has today (13 May 2019) announced that it has selected SUEZ recycling and recovery as its preferred bidder for a collections contract from June 2020. The Partnership said SUEZ would help to deliver a comprehensive new recycling service across Somerset through the Partnership’s new “Recycle More” service “at a more affordable cost” … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 13 May 2019 Industry news Plastics in the Bioeconomy - bbia.org.uk BBIA (Bio-based and Biodegradable Industries Association) · 13 May 2019 Industry news Bryson Recycling - Making The Greatest Difference - Bryson Recycling Bryson Recycling · 12 May 2019 Industry news Polystyrene pollution and practical solutions Polystyrene is used to keep our takeaways hot, insulate our homes and transport everything from fresh fish to human organs. What a hero! Yet, the devastation it reaps on our natural environment is far from heroic. Fidra · 11 May 2019 Industry news First do no harm Sitting on the board of Women in Science and Engineering, it’s been my passionate hope that we can inspire a new generation of young women to take on the mantle and find solutions to the biggest problem we face in the world-climate change. Yet I never thought a 16 year old girl with her simple, clear and no holds barred message would inspire me so much in return. On the other end of the scale, … REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 10 May 2019 Industry news Ward announced as double finalists in Derby Telegraph Awards Ward, the Derbyshire-based metal, recycling and waste management specialist, has been announced as double finalists in the Derby Telegraph Business... Ward Recycling · 10 May 2019 Industry news Supporting biodiversity in UK Overseas Territories A 10 week Call for Evidence has been launched by the UK Government today (Friday, 10 May) to gather knowledge on safeguarding biodiversity in the UK Overseas Territories. Open Access Government — Environment · 10 May 2019 Industry news EMR agrees to sell parts of M&W after competition inquiry European Metals Recycling (EMR) has sold parts of a metals recycling company it acquired in 2017, in order to comply with an order by the Competitions and Markets Authority (CMA). The agreement will see parts of Metal and Waste Recycling (M&W), which EMR acquired in 2017, sold to Preston-based recycling company Recycling Lives. This will … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 10 May 2019 Industry news Two cities inspired by Leeds ‘on-the-go’ campaign A campaign in Leeds designed to boost recycling of common food and drink packaging consumed ‘on-the-go’ has inspired cities in Scotland and Wales to launch their own campaigns. That’s according the organisers of the Leeds By Example campaign, which has seen the city “double the number” of people recycling plastic, cans and coffee cups over … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 10 May 2019 Industry news APAC countries shifting towards sustainable environment Asia Pacific (APAC) countries are adopting several strategies and roadmaps to achieve the renewable energy target designated by their nations. Open Access Government — Environment · 10 May 2019 Industry news 2019 Awards for Excellence winners announced Organics recycling firm Biogen was named Recycling Business of the Year at the Awards for Excellence in Recycling and Waste Management 2019 at London’s Landmark Hotel Yesterday. The Awards, run by Letsrecycle.com, also saw Tina Norman-Ross from States of Guernsey Trading Assets clinch the individual award for Local Authority Recycling Champion, after playing a key … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 10 May 2019 Industry news Ward Easter bunny adds egg-citement to good causes in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire Derbyshire-based metal and waste recycling specialist, Ward, held its 9th annual #tweetforatreat campaign again this Easter, donating over 1,000 chocolate... Ward Recycling · 10 May 2019 Industry news Reuse Network Awards Ceremony – the winners revealed! Every year, we celebrate the achievements of our sector with a fantastic Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony, held at our annual conference. This year was no exception, and we had some inspiring nominees up for prizes in three categories: Reuse Organisation of the Year, Innovative Project of the Year and Volunteer of the Year. The […] Reuse Network · 10 May 2019 Industry news It’s a family affair! Ward to sponsor 10th Midlands Family Business Awards Double winners of last year’s Midlands Family Business Awards, Ward, joined the launch of the 2019 Midlands Family Business Awards... Ward Recycling · 10 May 2019 Industry news PRN revenue tops £130m in 2018 The revenue generated from the UK’s packaging recovery note (PRN) system jumped to £130 million in the 2018 compliance year, an increase of more than £50 million from 2017. This meant that the figures – which include sums generated from export PRNs (PERNs) – were the highest ever noted since the recording of revenue began … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 10 May 2019 Industry news Industry calls on Philip Hammond to weaken his planned plastics tax The post Industry calls on Philip Hammond to weaken his planned plastics tax appeared first on Unearthed . Unearthed (Greenpeace UK) · 9 May 2019 Industry news Eliminating plastic: Retailers, it’s time to be brave Emma Burlow, Head of Circular Economy at Resource Futures, accepts that there is (or was) a default consumer position towards convenience, but if you ask today’s consumer what they want, they appear to be saying, at great volume, “less plastic” and are challenging retailers more than ever on over-packaging. Resource Futures · 9 May 2019 Industry news Public support for renewables remains high as Britain goes a full week without coal BEIS today published their quarterly Public Attitudes Tracker. The report found that support for renewable technologies including solar and wave and tidal reached their highest levels since the survey began in 2012. Support for the use of renewable energy remained high at 84%. This report comes as it is announced that Britain went a full week without coal for the first time since 1882. The post… REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 9 May 2019 Industry news Glasgow Wood Recycling shortlisted for National Recycling Award We are delighted to announce that Glasgow Wood Recycling has been shortlisted as a finalist in the MRW National Recycling Awards 2019. Community Wood Recycling · 9 May 2019 Industry news UK requires an immediate ban on single-use products Single-use products should be banned immediately to prevent further damage the environment, business waste and recycling experts have said. Open Access Government — Environment · 9 May 2019 Industry news Organic waste news round-up (09/05/2019) With news on: Government awards £4.2 million to redistribution schemes; First Mile launches compostables service; and EU Commission adopts common food waste methodology. Government awards £4.2 million to redistribution schemes The government has awarded more than £4 million to four food redistribution organisations across England. The successful bids – from Fareshare, Company Shop Group, The … … letsrecycle.com News · 9 May 2019 Industry news Letsrecycle Live ‘Excellence in Innovation’ winners announced The winners of the Letsrecycle Live ‘Excellence in Innovation’ awards have today (9 May) been announced. The Awards, which are being held in conjunction with the Letsrecycle Live trade show, celebrate innovative products, services and technologies that are making a positive impact the waste and resources sector, and range from skip technologies to apps that … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 9 May 2019 Industry news Alupro expresses concern at unintended consequences of high deposit fee Following on from the announcement by the Scottish Government of the principles of the deposit return system, we are concerned about the deposit of 20p that is proposed for all sizes of container and format. This is double the level typically used in the Scandinavian DRS programmes. This high level of deposit across all sizes […] Alupro · 9 May 2019 Industry news South East councils ‘saving £21.5 million’ on waste services VIDEO EXCLUSIVE: Innovation in delivering waste and recycling services in South East England has saved at least £21.5 million according to a study of many authorities in the region. The findings come in the latest report from Local Partnerships which works with the Local Government Association and HM Treasury to study and advise on local … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 9 May 2019 Industry news Urbaser to take over Welwyn Hatfield collections contract Services firm Urbaser has been awarded a nine-year waste and recycling collection services contract by Welwyn Hatfield borough council worth £4.5 million per year. The contract is the latest award for Urbaser in a matter of months, following contract wins from Dartford and Tunbridge Wells and Tonbridge & Malling councils. Under the terms of the … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 9 May 2019 Industry news Retail without borders – sustainability and the conscious consumer In her latest Blog, Laura Rimmer, International Compliance Manager, talks about her speaker experience at Retail Without Borders and outlines how businesses need to be aware of potential environmental compliance obligations overseas. Valpak · 8 May 2019 Industry news Scotland confirms ‘all-in’ Deposit Return Scheme Scotland’s cabinet secretary for the environment, Roseanna Cunningham, has today (8 May) outlined the Scottish Government’s proposals for a deposit return scheme (DRS) for drinks containers. As reported by letsrecycle.com last week, the plans centre on an ‘all-in’ deposit scheme model, including all PET plastic drinks bottles, aluminium and steel cans and glass bottles – … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 8 May 2019 Industry news ReNew ELP Join Chemical Recycling Europe The post ReNew ELP Join Chemical Recycling Europe appeared first on Mura Technology . Mura Technology news · 8 May 2019