Recycling news: 2024

Industry news The Best in British Food - Premier Foods Premier Foods news · 27 Jul 2024 Industry news Dunelm launches online textile takeback scheme with The Salvation Army The UK's largest homewares retailer Dunelm has partnered with The Salvation Army to launch an online textile takeback scheme aimed at reducing textile waste. edie — Circular Economy tag · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news EA Draft Quality Protocols for Compost and Digestate joint meeting opportunity The Environment Agency has updated its Resource Frameworks guidance, which will affect digestate management from anaerobic digestion plants. The new draft framework is now available for review. These new frameworks aim to clarify when waste management controls are no longer required and ensure the quality of compost and digestate from source-segregated biodegradable waste. The new… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news How sustainable is the Paris Olympics 2024? Paris has pledged to deliver the ‘greenest-ever’ Olympic Games and made bold claims of carbon-negativity. As the events begin, William Green asks: Is all of this anticipation well-founded, or will the Olympics continue its legacy of unsustainability? edie — Circular Economy tag · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news SPECIAL REPORT: Living in a plastic world Written by researchers at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Plastic pollution has emerged as one of our most pressing environmental issues with the increasing use of disposable plastics. As they are non-biodegradable, plastics accumulate in the environment, altering habitats and natural processes. Millions of wildlife are also trapped by plastic waste every year. When plastics break …… letsrecycle.com News · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news Dunelm and the Salvation Army to tackle textile waste Homewares retailer Dunelm has partnered with The Salvation Army to launch an online textile takeback scheme, aiming to tackle textile waste. The trial is part of ACT UK – a two-year project led by UK Fashion & Textile Association (UKFT) to support the transition from the manual sorting of clothes and textiles that can’t be … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news A new study reveals that rear-end damage accounts for nearly a third of motor claims According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), just under 30% of claims in 2022 involved rear vehicle damage, such as when reversing, with average repair costs reaching £3,100. ATF Professional · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news The campaign to outlaw lying in politics As the Welsh government commits to making lying in politics illegal, could Westminster and other governments follow? Positive News · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news Man fined £2.5k after not clearing illegal waste site A man has been fined for failing to comply with a court order to clear waste from an illegal site in Teesside. Martin Robert Hindmarsh appeared at Teesside Magistrates’ Court on 9 July 2024, where he admitted he was in contempt of court by “failing to comply” with a court order to clear waste from … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news How can the building industry close the loop on waste? Global flooring manufacturer Tarkett draws on insights from prominent industry figures to get to the root causes of the UK’s huge waste mountain resulting from the value chain of buildings – and propose innovative reuse and recycling solutions. edie — Circular Economy tag · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news Greenland’s ice sheet vulnerability: Challenges in reversing melting In a study published in The Cryosphere on July 24, scientists have revealed crucial insights into the precarious balance of Greenland's ice sheet, showing why it's easier to melt than to freeze. Open Access Government — Environment · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news Businesses push Defra to get back on track with deforestation law and packaging waste policy Major retailers are urging the UK Government to rapidly instate new legislation to tackle deforestation in commodity supply chains, with Ministers also under pressure to provide businesses clarity on long-delayed packaging sustainability policies. edie — Circular Economy tag · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news Millions of trees could grow faster with a boost from wild fungi The largest tree nursery in North America is helping scale up efforts to inoculate seedlings with native fungi and other soil microbes, a treatment that helps trees grow faster and capture more carbon New Scientist — Environment · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news Veolia fined £3m after man dies while decommissioning gas rig The recycling company Veolia has been fined £3 million by the Health and Safety Executive after a man died and another was seriously injured while decommissioning a North Sea gas rig. Circular Online (CIWM) · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news Everything you need to know about disposable vapes As the name suggests, disposable vapes are not meant to last long. When they’re binned the battery can be crushed. This can cause a fire in the bin wagon or at the recycling centres. Recycle for Greater Manchester · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news World Biogas Expo and Summit 2024 review World Biogas Expo and Summit 2024 review The 14th annual trade show hosted by ADBA, latterly in collaboration with the World Biogas Association (WBA), and the co-located World Biogas Summit, took place at the NEC, Birmingham on 10-11 July. With a focus on delivery – #MakingBiogasHappen – the World Biogas Expo 2024 attracted over 3,000… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news Greenpeace launches Arctic expedition to survey marine mammals in area targeted for deep sea mining Scientists and campaigners are heading to the Norwegian Sea with Greenpeace to learn more about whale and dolphin species in an area that's being targeted for destructive deep see mining. Greenpeace UK · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news News in brief | CIWM Commercial Partner Updates July News updates from CIWM’s commercial partners. CRJ Services | CRJ presents a straightforward and effective solution for managing shredder dust. With an innovative, pro-active approach, CRJ Services has looked at a novel dust suppression method when shredding household furniture like sofas. Many sofas contain toxic, carcinogenic Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) which are invisible and harm […… Circular Online (CIWM) · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news Biodegradable microplastics may actually be worse for soil and plants Biodegradable plastic that gets broken down into microplastics may decrease soil nitrogen levels more than conventional ones, which stunts plant growth New Scientist — Environment · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news New Co-op store served-up today between Bamber Bridge and Walton Le Dale - Co-operative Group Co-op media newsroom · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news What went right this week: how AI might save your life, plus more Trees offered a ‘climate surprise’, AI boosted cancer detection rates, and a bird fluttered back from the brink, plus more Positive News · 26 Jul 2024 Industry news Cleanup Hillfields - CleanupUK CleanupUK · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news Deposit Return Scheme and Digital Deposit Return Scheme Digital Deposit Return Schemes (DDRS) revolutionize recycling by integrating advanced technology, making it more efficient and convenient for consumers and businesses. This blog explores how DDRS works, its benefits, real-world success stories, and the future of waste management. Embrace the digital transformation for a sustainable and greener future. Polytag news · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news Blog: Delivering BECCS is a critical part to making Britain a clean energy superpower REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news ADBA submits comprehensive response to NPT and Cross-Border CO2 Networks call for evidence ADBA submits comprehensive response to NPT and Cross-Border CO2 Networks call for evidence On 16 July, ADBA submitted a comprehensive response to the DESNZ’s call for evidence for Non-Pipeline Transport (NPT) and Cross-Border CO2 Networks. As the leading trade association for the AD industry, ADBA provided insights into the future of Carbon Capture and Storage… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news Mary Creagh appointed minister resposible for circular economy View on LinkedIn This is great news for our industry, Mary Creagh who was the former chair of the Environmental Audit Committee when they published their report into Fixing Fashion. This particular parliamentary committee report is the most downloaded report ever and was seen as absolutely seminal across the clothing and textile supply chain. Also, [...] Read More... from Mary Creagh appointed … Textile Recycling Association · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news The UK Food Crisis: what is it + how can we solve it? Following the launch of City Harvest's 2024 People Report, Professor Tim Laing comments on the food crisis we are in and how we can solve it. City Harvest London · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news End of an Era: Derby’s Iconic Albert Looms Scrapyard Crushes Final Car After 104 Years in Business The last car has been removed from a Derby scrapyard with a 104-year history and crushed according to a report at bbc.co.uk. ATF Professional · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news Cap hpi and SYNETIQ Forge New Salvage Data Partnership Cap hpi announced a new partnership with vehicle recycling and salvage company SYNETIQ, which will integrate total loss vehicle information into its existing data offerings. ATF Professional · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news Determining Your Packaging Recyclability Hello! This page is only available to members. Click here to login Existing members can be given access to our Members’ Area via their Account Owner or Manager. If you experience problems, or need help with this, please contact our Member Support Team . Not a member yet? Sign up here! OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news Glass Recycling: A Clear Benefit for the Environment and Business Many businesses in the hospitality, event, facility, and property sectors generate glass waste daily and have the potential to significantly improve their glass recycling and reuse practices. Let's address these challenges and explore actionable steps towards a more sustainable future. Bywaters · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news Reconomy launches Think Circular Live Reconomy launches its new events concept, Think Circular Live, which will become a platform to showcase thought leadership content, both in person and online. These events will be hosted across the world, covering the latest trending circular economy topics. Valpak · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news We must prioritise nature-friendly farming to secure a greener future This post is by Stephanie Morren, principal policy officer at The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB). Our world is in crisis. Biodiversity is in decline, with one in six species at risk of extinction in the UK. Global temperatures are rising, with […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news CSI student to reduce single use plastic in forensic sector A PhD criminology student is set to explore crime scenes around the world, to find ways to tackle plastic waste in forensic investigations and bring back innovative solutions back to the UK. A veteran Crime Scene Investigator (CSI) and current PhD student from the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of Portsmouth, … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news REA responds to the launch of GB Energy REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news One of Earth’s major carbon sinks collapsed in 2023 Forests and other land ecosystems emitted almost as much carbon dioxide as they absorbed in 2023 – if this persists it will be much harder to restrict global warming to agreed targets New Scientist — Environment · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news Ward extends partnership with Nottinghamshire’s SCAPE Midlands-based metal recycling and waste management company, Ward, has extended its contract with Arc Partnership for another two years. Formed in 2016, Arc Partnership is a joint venture between Nottinghamshire county council and public sector procurement framework, SCAPE. Arc Partnership and Ward began working together in 2019, with an official partnership agreement signed in 2021. … Read Mor… letsrecycle.com News · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news Committee on Climate Change tells new Labour government to “act fast” on emissions reduction By Charlotte Rule, ESA Head of Climate and Energy Policy The Committee on Climate Change (CCC) published its 2024 progress report to parliament last week and has wasted no time telling the […] ESA (Environmental Services Association) · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news What does the new Government’s net zero agenda mean for young people? Duc Huynh, Policy Communications Project Assistant at the Aldersgate Group, explores young people's perspective on the UK Government's approach to climate policy. Aldersgate Group · 25 Jul 2024 Industry news ALDI LAUNCHES ASIAN-INSPIRED ‘FAKEAWAY’ SELECTION FROM JUST 75P Shoppers can now enjoy a pho-nomenal fakeaway thanks to Aldi launching an Asian range in stores from 18th July. Starting at just 75p, shoppers can indulge in flavours from all four corners of Asia from the comfort of their own home. Whether it’s putting on the feast of the week for loved ones or looking […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 25 Jul 2024