Recycling news: 2019

Industry news Inspiring future generations at Wellington College Anna visited 600 school students and engaged them with her Recyclometer to help them discover the wonderful world of recycling! Zero Waste Week · 19 Feb 2019 Industry news Version Three of NBF Code of Practice Gains Assured Advice Status From Trading Standards Version Three of the National Bed Federation’s (NBF’s) rigorous Code of Practice has been accepted as Assured Advice by trading standards. This essentially means that all ‘Approved’ members of the NBF complying with the Code can rely on this to demonstrate they are exercising an acceptable level of due diligence in complying with the law […] National Bed Federation · 19 Feb 2019 Industry news MPs call for investment in clothing recycling VIDEO REPORT: The Environmental Audit Committee has released the final report in its inquiry into sustainability in the fashion industry, calling on the government to implement extended producer responsibility (EPR) legislation in the sector. The cross-party group recommended that the government introduce a one-penny-per-garment charge on new clothing items, which it is claimed would raise £35 … letsrecycle.com News · 19 Feb 2019 Industry news How you can create a self-sufficient home Self-sufficient living doesn’t have to mean moving to a cabin in the woods and going back to basics. These tips will help you explore ways to produce your own food, use less energy, live healthier and save money, no matter where you live. Open Access Government — Environment · 19 Feb 2019 Industry news Call for ‘collaboration’ in Strategy responses Businesses and trade bodies in the waste and resources sector have responded to the launch of Defra’s anticipated Resources and Waste Strategy consultations yesterday (18 February) and called for a collaborative approach to waste policy. “By reshaping the way waste is managed we have a real opportunity to incentivise producers to do the right thing, … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 19 Feb 2019 Industry news Appointments round-up (19/02/2019) With news on: Recolight’s board appointment; Scania strengthens team; ZenRobotics announces chief executive; and, Recycling Technologies appoints technical director. Recolight announces board appointment Recolight, the lighting industry WEEE compliance scheme, has announced the appointment of Glenn Christie from Tungsram Lighting to its Board. Mr Christie, a product line leader for lamps and dr… letsrecycle.com News · 19 Feb 2019 Industry news Multi-million pound upgrade for Viridor’s Masons MRF Viridor is investing £15.4 million in its Masons Materials Recycling Facility (MRF), near Ipswich, to modernise the plant and increase sorting capacity. Investment will increase the capacity of the MRF from 65,000 tonnes per year to 75,000 tonnes, and includes the installation of 11 optical sorters and 111 conveyors. An additional trommel and two balers … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 19 Feb 2019 Industry news EAC calls for more regulation of the fashion industry The Environmental Audit Committee (EAC) has today published its final report on its inquiry into the sustainability of the fashion... TRAID · 19 Feb 2019 Industry news REA Welcomes Government’s proposals to reform waste system Earlier today the Government announced their plans to overhaul the waste system through a series of consultations. The four consultations focus on reforming the UK packaging producer responsibility system, consistency in Household and Business Recycling Collections in England, introducing a Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and introducing a tax on plastic packa… REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 18 Feb 2019 Industry news 30% recycled plastic tax level ‘may rise in future’ The government’s tax on plastic packaging will initially set a 30% threshold for recycled content in new products – but could be increased in future, the Treasury has said today. Full details of the tax, which was first announced by the Chancellor in the 2018 Budget (see letsrecycle.com story), were outlined in a 12-week consultation … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 18 Feb 2019 Industry news Recycling consistency plans centre on ‘core’ materials Plans for all local authorities in England to collect the same core set of dry recyclable materials, alongside a separate weekly food waste collection, have been outlined by the government today. The measures form part of Defra’s consistency in collections consultation, which also covers proposals to require councils to provide free garden waste services. Alternatives … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 18 Feb 2019 Industry news Options set out for packaging waste reform Full details of the options for a reformed producer responsibility system for packaging waste have been published by the government today (18 February). The details come within one of the four Resources and Waste Strategy consultations (see letsrecycle.com story) which were launched this morning, and run for 12 weeks until mid-May. Central to the proposals … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 18 Feb 2019 Industry news Aluminium Packaging Recycling Organisation (Alupro) response to Resources & Waste Strategy consultations 18 February 2019 “We are delighted that, following the launch of the Resources & Waste Strategy for England, the consultation papers are now published. The Strategy is ambitious and provides a unique opportunity to develop a more coherent, fully inclusive system that benefits all. We have the chance to ensure full transparency of […] Alupro · 18 Feb 2019 Industry news News from the Network 11 – 15 February Your weekly roundup of news from the network! Emmaus Bristol check out a new home for future Companions This is our staff outing (no picnic or fizzy pop!) to view the property in Redfield that we took on from Bristol City Council in November. Currently being renovated, it will soon accommodate more people facing homelessness. […] Reuse Network · 18 Feb 2019 Industry news Kent councils launch driver safety campaign The 13 councils which make up the Kent Resource Partnership (KRP) are rolling out a campaign to raise awareness of the dangers council collection crews face from reckless road users. The social media campaign is called ‘Driving Recklessly on Pavements’ (DROPs) and is being launched across the county in partnership with Kent Police and Biffa. … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 18 Feb 2019 Industry news Ed on the Environment: The Battle to Save South Africa’s Indigenous Trees Bywaters' Head of Sustainability, Ed van Reenen, Writes About His Recent Work With Greenpop to aid reforestation in South Africa. Bywaters · 18 Feb 2019 Industry news Clarity Joins On-Pack Recycling Label (OPRL) The post Clarity Joins On-Pack Recycling Label (OPRL) appeared first on Clarity . Clarity Environmental · 18 Feb 2019 Industry news Germany to import 45 million tonnes of hard coal this year - Energy Live News Energy Live News · 18 Feb 2019 Industry news Aramids PI Aromatic Polyamide - British Plastics Federation British Plastics Federation News · 18 Feb 2019 Industry news Defra puts ‘on-the-go DRS’ in consultation options Consultations are being launched today (18 February) on household waste measures to implement core aspects of the Resources and Waste Strategy in England. Lasting for 12 weeks, they will cover Deposit Return Schemes; Extended Producer Responsibility; Consistency; and a tax on plastic packaging not having a 30% minimum recycled content. The measures gained Cabinet approval … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 18 Feb 2019 Industry news UK government backs Shell’s plan to leave some North Sea installations in place, despite German concerns The post UK government backs Shell’s plan to leave some North Sea installations in place, despite German concerns appeared first on Unearthed . Unearthed (Greenpeace UK) · 18 Feb 2019 Industry news INCPEN statement on the Defra & HM Treasury consultations INCPEN (Industry Council for Packaging and the Environment) · 18 Feb 2019 Industry news Speakers Rotational Moulding - Draft page - bpf.co.uk British Plastics Federation News · 17 Feb 2019 Industry news The Polymer IRC - British Plastics Federation British Plastics Federation News · 17 Feb 2019 Industry news AS 9100- Quality Standards for the Aerospace Industry - bpf.co.uk British Plastics Federation News · 17 Feb 2019 Industry news KS3 Design & Technology Lesson Plan for Polymer - British Plastics Federation British Plastics Federation News · 17 Feb 2019 Industry news The UK's Leading Plastic Trade Association - British Plastics Federation British Plastics Federation News · 17 Feb 2019 Industry news Plastics Resin Production and Consumption 2009 – 2020 - bpf.co.uk British Plastics Federation News · 17 Feb 2019 Industry news A Brief History of Windows - British Plastics Federation British Plastics Federation News · 17 Feb 2019 Industry news Machining of Plastics - British Plastics Federation British Plastics Federation News · 17 Feb 2019 Industry news Plastics Saves Facts and Downloads - British Plastics Federation British Plastics Federation News · 17 Feb 2019 Industry news The UK Plastics Industry: A Strategic Manufacturing Sector - bpf.co.uk British Plastics Federation News · 17 Feb 2019 Industry news Thermoplastic Elastomers TPE, TPR - British Plastics Federation British Plastics Federation News · 17 Feb 2019 Industry news Compostable Bags for Organic Waste Collection - British Plastics Federation British Plastics Federation News · 17 Feb 2019 Industry news Media Pack - British Plastics Federation British Plastics Federation News · 17 Feb 2019 Industry news Horners Bottlemakers Award 2022 - British Plastics Federation British Plastics Federation News · 17 Feb 2019 Industry news Different Types of Plastic - bpf.co.uk British Plastics Federation News · 17 Feb 2019 Industry news BPF Brand Guidelines and Logos - British Plastics Federation British Plastics Federation News · 17 Feb 2019 Industry news Brexit and the plastics industry - British Plastics Federation British Plastics Federation News · 17 Feb 2019 Industry news The BPF Rotational Moulding Group - British Plastics Federation British Plastics Federation News · 17 Feb 2019