Recycling news: 2024

Industry news Herefordshire adds eCollect vehicles to its fleet Purchased as part of the new recycling and waste collection services contract between Herefordshire Council and its partner FCC Environment, two new eCollect vehicles join the 26 new RCVs which currently serve the county. These range in size from 7.5-tonne to 26-tonne RCV’s; including 15 26-tonne vehicles, seven 18-tonne vehicles and four vehicles ranging in … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 13 Dec 2024 Industry news OPINION: ‘The true impact of our Christmas jumpers’ Clare Harby, head of textiles and waste brokerage at Ward, warns against the excessive purchasing of fast-fashion seasonal jumpers and why they’re hard to recycle OPINION: As the world became aware of the damaging impact individual use plastic was having on our planet, it was agreed unanimously that we all must play our part in … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 13 Dec 2024 Industry news Wakefield children release Christmas recycling song Wakefield council, in partnership with Biffa and local school children, has created a Christmas song to promote recycling and sustainability during the festive season. This project, spearheaded by the Biffa Education Team for the Wakefield Project, aims to engage and educate the community about how they can have a green Christmas by reducing waste and … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 13 Dec 2024 Industry news Navigating EPR: How is Extended Producer Responsibility Shaping the Current Waste Management Landscape in the USA? - Ecoveritas Ecoveritas · 13 Dec 2024 Industry news New look London Road Co-op launches in Bromley - Co-operative Group Co-op media newsroom · 13 Dec 2024 Industry news Nature-friendly planning reform needed as over half of English Local Authorities missed legal deadline on actions to restore nature - Wildlife and Countryside Link Wildlife and Countryside Link · 13 Dec 2024 Industry news Wilder By Design - Wildlife and Countryside Link Wildlife and Countryside Link · 13 Dec 2024 Industry news What went right this week: a solution to microplastic pollution, plus more A solution to microplastic pollution, China’s 1,800-mile ‘green wall’, and the Comedy Wildlife Awards, plus more Positive News · 13 Dec 2024 Industry news MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Carbogenics Secures Nearly Half a Million Pounds to Drive Global Growth University of Edinburgh spinout Carbogenics, a leading innovator in sustainable biochar technology, is thrilled to announce the successful close of its latest funding round, securing just under half a million pounds. This significant milestone reflects the confidence of both existing and new investors in Carbogenics’ mission to revolutionise sustainable solutions and expand its global footprint… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news China Briefing 12 December 2024: Export controls; Carbon concentration figures; ‘War on sand’ Welcome to Carbon Brief’s China Briefing. China Briefing handpicks and explains the most important climate... Carbon Brief · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news Gen Z: The least engaged generation in recycling Despite being viewed as the most environmentally aware generation, Gen Z is falling behind when it comes to recycling, according to new research. A UK-wide survey reveals that younger adults are more likely to throw items away than recycle them, highlighting a significant gap between their eco-conscious attitudes and their recycling habits. Studies found that […] Keenan Recycling · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – HRS awarded EcoVadis sustainability accreditation MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – HRS awarded EcoVadis sustainability accreditation HRS Heat Exchangers has been awarded an EcoVadis Bronze medal for sustainability following its first audit under the scheme this summer. EcoVadis is a trusted, independent provider of business sustainability ratings and collaborative performance improvement tools for global supply chains and works with around 130,000 compa… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news THE FRIDAY DIGEST: Can we see through the weeds of that methane story? We start with a story about methane, cows and a feed additive beginning with B: a new study by researchers at the University of California, Davis, found that feeding grazing beef cattle a red seaweed-based supplement (Brominata) in pellet form reduced their methane emissions by almost 40% without affecting their health or weight. The study, published in Proceedings of the […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news Record-breaking Philippines typhoon season was ‘supercharged’ by climate change This year’s record-breaking typhoon season in the Philippines – which saw six consecutive storm systems... Carbon Brief · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news Food insecurity rising as government plans new food strategy The percentage of highly food secure households has dropped from 87% in 2019/20 to 83% in 2022/23, according to the UK Government’s food security report 2024. Indeed, the financial year ending 2023 marks the lowest proportion of households experiencing food security since the introduction of household food security to the family resources survey in 2020. A highly […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news Fast-food chains grow presence around schools The UK’s biggest fast-food and food-to-go chains have significantly increased the number of outlets situated near to schools during the past ten years prompting calls for greater government restrictions on new openings. Youth activist charity, Bite Back, analysed the store footprints and growth of the top 10 out of home businesses with greatest appeal to young people […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news Pesticides found on domestic and imported foods a cause for concern Food imported into Great Britain may pose a greater risk to consumer health than domestically grown produce, according to Pesticide Action Network UK. The most recent testing by the UK government detected 46 pesticides with links to cancer on imported produce, compared to 19 on food of UK origin, for example. The results were “mirrored” […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news Revealed: English farmers received record-high flood relief after last winter’s extreme rain English farmers received tens of millions of pounds more in flood-relief funding in 2024 than... Carbon Brief · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news Explainer: How China’s renewables rollout boosts its ‘war on sand’ China’s effort to build large solar power “bases” in and around the desert is a... Carbon Brief · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news Certificates & Licenses for Waste Compliance - WasteCare WasteCare · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news Collections Services & Waste Recovery - WasteCare WasteCare · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news A New Perspective on Land and Soil in Environmental Impact Assessment - ISEP - Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (ISEP) IEMA (Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment) · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news Christmas is not cancelled at Hamble Pan Disability F.C. Hamble Pan Disability F.C. enjoyed a festive Christmas Party and disco on Friday December 6th, at the Bitterne Royal British Legion Club, Southampton. An unexpected, late notice loss of the party sponsor had meant it risked cancellation. On hearing the news, Shedfield-based Silverlake Automotive Recycling [Silverlake], who are kit sponsors for the Adult Pan Participation Team at the club, stepp… ATF Professional · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news ESA Reinforces Commitment to Social Value, Welcomes New Signatories As part of our continued commitment to raising standards in the waste and recycling industry, the Environmental Services Association (ESA) has reviewed and updated the Social Value Charter. First launched […] ESA (Environmental Services Association) · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news Hazardous Waste Collection & Recovery - WasteCare WasteCare · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news Wastecare East Kent - WasteCare WasteCare · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news Supermarket Waste Management - WasteCare WasteCare · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news Retail & Wholesale Waste Management - WasteCare WasteCare · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news Facilities & Property Waste Management - WasteCare WasteCare · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news The Recycling Association Members’ annual Christmas Lunch 2024 This week, Members of The Recycling Association, came together for the annual Christmas Lunch for 2024. Over 180 industry friends and colleagues celebrated at the Institute of Directors in London. The Recycling Association chief executive Paul Sanderson gave a speech in which he welcomed Members to the event. He also thanked the Members for their… The Recycling Association · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news WRAP: ‘10% increase in food waste roadmap support’ WRAP has seen a 10% increase in businesses committing to its Food Waste Reduction Roadmap (FWRR) since its last update in November 2023. However, the environmental action group warned that there is still a long way to go to meet the 2025 target of 80% of large businesses signed up. The current rate sits at … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news Hospitality & Catering Waste Management - WasteCare WasteCare · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news Traffic Lights System Boxing Club is Green for Go in Lambeth The post Traffic Lights System Boxing Club is Green for Go in Lambeth appeared first on Powerday . Powerday · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news Portable Battery Recycling & Collection - WasteCare WasteCare · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news Electronic Waste Recycling - WasteCare WasteCare · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news Industrial Packaging Recycling & Reconditioning - WasteCare WasteCare · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news High-Temperature Incineration - WasteCare WasteCare · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news SPECIAL REPORT: Increasing circularity in construction James Adams, director at Maconda Solutions, laid out his vision to Letsrecycle.com reporter Savannah Coombe for creating the conditions to embed circularity at the core of the construction industry. “The key to the circular economy is data,” James Adams, director at circular construction consultancy Maconda Solutions, explained. “However, the challenge isn’t the access to the … Read More The po… letsrecycle.com News · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news GEN Z SLEIGHS TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS DINNER: STUDY REVEALS 78% OF GEN Z WANT TO CHANGE UP TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS FOOD, WITH MINCE PIES, CHRISTMAS PUDDING AND CRANBERRY SAUCE MOST DISLIKED Gen Z and Millennials are turning their back on traditional Christmas favourites, including mince pies, Christmas pudding, and cranberry sauce, according to a new study released today. A poll of 2,000 adults who celebrate Christmas found that 78% of those born in 1996 or later would love to find space for plant-based roasts and global-inspired […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 12 Dec 2024 Industry news Scottish Government approves “first-of-its-kind” tyre recycling plant The Scottish Government has granted planning approval for a “groundbreaking” new tyre recycling facility in Linwood, Renfrewshire. The facility will be operated by Glasgow-based SSH Recycling who say it is the “first-of-its-kind” in the UK. The new tyre recycling facility is designed to recycle or repurpose every component part of waste tyres. Construction is scheduled […] Circular Online (CIWM) · 12 Dec 2024