Recycling news: 2024

Industry news Biomass UK outlines six priorities and policy steps next Government must take in its first 100 days in office REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 12 Jun 2024 Industry news FCC is awarded £44m contract extension FCC Environment has been granted a five-year extension on its contract, with Hull city council and East Riding of Yorkshire council, worth an estimated £44 million. The extension is for its household waste recycling centre (HWRC) and transfer loading station (TSL) contract, and it will see the company delivering services until the end of March … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 12 Jun 2024 Industry news US brands and retailers delay key plastic packaging targets by five years The US Plastics Pact, which convenes more than 70 large businesses, has delayed key sustainability targets from 2025 to 2030 after initial collective progress fell short of its initial aspirations. edie — Circular Economy tag · 12 Jun 2024 Industry news Veolia invests in AI-driven robotic arm to increase recycling Veolia has unveiled a new robotic arm at its Southwark Integrated Waste Management Facility to optimise operations and make recycling more effective. Circular Online (CIWM) · 12 Jun 2024 Industry news OPINION: The rise of AI in the UK waste and recycling industry Jack Connors, chief operating officer at Greenzone Facilities Management, discusses AI in the sector, and transforming customer experience, operational efficiency and sustainability. OPINION: The UK waste and recycling industry is on the cusp of a significant transformation, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). AI technology promises to enhance customer experience, provide va… letsrecycle.com News · 12 Jun 2024 Industry news ALDI REVEALS PRICE CUTS FOR FATHER’S DAY Aldi has lowered the prices on a range of items ahead of Father’s Day weekend. Shoppers at the UK’s cheapest supermarket* can enjoy lower prices on BBQ essentials including Marinated Pork Loin Steaks (now £2.99), Spare Ribs (now £4.49) and Large Prawns (now £2.70). Wines such as the Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon (now £4.19) and Specially […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 12 Jun 2024 Industry news BREAKFAST OF CHAMPIONS! ALDI LAUNCHES FOOTBALL CRUMPETS AS ENGLAND GETS EUROS FEVER The countdown to England’s first Euro 2024 game is on and for those waking up every morning with Euros fever, Aldi is launching the perfect breakfast treat — NEW Village Bakery Football Crumpets (£1.19, 4 pack). Available in stores from 13th June — just in time for England’s first match against Serbia. A British staple […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 12 Jun 2024 Industry news Digital Product Passports for luminaires on the cards Luminaires sold in the European Union look set to require a Digital Product Passport in the coming years after new […] Recolight · 12 Jun 2024 Industry news ALDI’S £5 UNIFORM BUNDLE RETURNS WITH BRAND NEW ADDITIONS As parents continue to look for ways to save on essentials, Aldi has announced the return of its sell-out school uniform bundle. And, this year, the bundle offers families even more choice without pulling on the purse strings. Freezing the price of its Back To School bundle and keeping the same low price for […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 12 Jun 2024 Industry news NLWA's expert gives us the inside scoop on charity shopping - North London Waste Authority North London Waste Authority · 12 Jun 2024 Industry news Employee engagement, redefined - Hubbub Hubbub · 12 Jun 2024 Industry news Public "scammed" by water companies - The Ecologist The Ecologist · 12 Jun 2024 Industry news Contact Us - MPA Cement Mineral Products Association · 12 Jun 2024 Industry news Is Your Compliance Scheme Providing You with the Best Service? The post Is Your Compliance Scheme Providing You with the Best Service? appeared first on Clarity . Clarity Environmental · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news Conservatives pledge to ban incinerator permits The Conservative Party has pledged to ban waste incinerators in its 2024 manifesto, released today (11 June 2024). Although mention of the waste sector and its regulations were minimal, Rishi Sunak included the ban in the manifesto, announced at Silverstone earlier on today. The pledge extends to those that have recently received permit approvals, and … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news REA responds to 2024 General Election Conservative Manifesto REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news MEMBER PRESS RELEASE (Opinion piece) -The benefits of anaerobic wastewater treatment MEMBER PRESS RELEASE (Opinion piece) -The benefits of anaerobic wastewater treatment By Matt Hale, Global Key Account Director, HRS Heat Exchangers Conventional wastewater treatment in many regions consists of three distinct phases: primary, secondary, and tertiary. The primary treatment involves the mechanical removal of solids by sedimentation or flotation and is followed by a secondary… The … ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news ALDI PREDICTS SURGE IN SNACK AND BEER SALES IN LEAD UP TO ENGLAND’S FIRST EURO 2024 GAME With football fever striking the country ahead of England’s first Euro 2024 game against Serbia, 16th June, 8pm, Aldi has football fans across the country covered. The supermarket predicts to sell over 4 million packs of crisps and snacks in the week leading up to the first game and shoppers can score much better prices […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news Climate Change - Tesco PLC Tesco PLC newsroom · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news Explore Green Car Depollution: Behind-the-Scenes Access to Innovation and Sustainability Green Car Depollution invites customers to venture behind the scenes at its factory and showroom, located just outside the picturesque town of Tewkesbury. Visitors can explore innovative depollution and dismantling equipment, enjoy immersive virtual reality demonstrations, and meet the expert team. They can also discover bespoke training options and witness Green Car's commitment to sustainabil… ATF Professional · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news Obituary: Jeremy Freeth – proprietor of Thamesdown Recycling Following the recent passing of Jeremy Freeth, the below obituary has been shared with letsrecycle.com. Jeremey Freeth had been a dedicated figure in the recycling industry for over four decades. This year marked what would have been his 40th anniversary in business. His journey began in 1978 when he left school and started working for … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news Conservatives promise to ban new waste incinerators from being built The Conservatives have promised to prevent new waste incinerators from being built as part of their 2024 General Election Manifesto. Circular Online (CIWM) · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news Sainsbury’s to cut almost 700 tonnes of plastic packaging on meat and fish Supermarket Sainsbury’s is replacing plastic trays across more than 40 of its fish and chicken trays, in a move that will reduce its annual plastic production by 694 tonnes. edie — Circular Economy tag · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news Teacher’s tome plugs the gaps from our collective history books The History Lessons by teacher Shalina Patel is a whistlestop tour of history, focused on previously untold stories and voices Positive News · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news UK businesses take swipe at the “credibility” of carbon offsetting Businesses across the UK have expressed concern at the “credibility and transparency” of carbon credit offsetting schemes. In a report presenting the outcomes of the National Environmental Services Survey – run in association with the Chartered Institution of Wastes Management (CIWM), The Environmental Services Association (ESA), Groundwork, and ESS Expo (Environmental Services and Solutions Ex… letsrecycle.com News · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Sugar Sugar for hard-working Börger pumps MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Sugar Sugar for hard-working Börger pumps Following the proven, ongoing performance of three rotary lobe pumps installed in a key process at a sugar refinery, a further two units from Börger are to be installed at the plant. Two of the existing Börger pumps are utilised for white mass (sugar syrup… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news University scientists create ‘completely circular’ grid-scale battery A team of young scientists from the University of Southampton have created a grid-scale battery that is “safe, affordable and recyclable”, led by founder of SoLead Energy and researcher, Dr Ewan Fraser, and Professor Richard Wills. The Soluble Lead Flow Battery (SLFB) is designed for large-scale energy storage for stationary applications and is able to … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news CIWM appoints Vicki Hughes as new Junior Vice President The Chartered Institution of Wastes Management (CIWM) has announced the election of Vicki Hughes as Junior Vice President. Hughes will formally take over the role from David Greenfield, who will become Senior Vice President, at the presidential inauguration in June this year. Hughes is a Trustee and Fellow of CIWM, having first joined the […] Circular Online (CIWM) · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news CIWM appoints Vicki Hughes as Junior Vice President WRA Board Member takes first step in journey to becoming president of CIWM Wood Recyclers Association · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news France’s WEEE Sustainability Index In a significant step towards sustainable consumerism, France's Decree No. 2024-316 introduces the sustainability index for electrical and electronic equipment (EEE), set to gradually replace the repairability index. Ellie Bisseker, Valpak International Account Manager, outlines what these changes mean for obligated producers/importers... Valpak · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news Sainsbury’s to reduce plastic by “694 tonnes” with new packaging Sainsbury’s switches own-brand chicken and fish line packaging from plastic to pulp cardboard in a move the supermarket said will use 70% less plastic. Circular Online (CIWM) · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news GMCA and Trafford council experience waste crime surge Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and Trafford council have launched a campaign which aims to crack down on the fly-tipping of household and commercial waste. The move follows the news that from January to April this year, 100 tonnes of waste was dumped in the borough and removed by the One Trafford Partnership, costing the … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news ALDI’S FAMILY CAMPING RANGE RETURNS FROM JUST £2.99 Aldi’s affordable camping gear is returning to the middle aisle to offer Brits everything they’ll need to be happy campers for less. Available in stores from 20th June, those looking for a few nights under the stars this summer will need to hurry as with all Specialbuys once they’re gone, they’re gone. Get ready to […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news Achieving Zero Waste to Landfill anywhere in the world We are at the forefront of assisting businesses globally to achieve Zero Waste to Landfill Certification. With tailored audits, we accommodate the unique waste management needs of diverse industries and regions. For those interested in learning more about this service, Bronwynn Harris's latest blog offers valuable insights into the process and the benefits of achieving Zero Waste to Landfill Ce… Valpak · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news FCC completes purchase of Urbaser UK Affiliate of FCC Environment UK, FCC Servicios Medio Ambiente, has completed the purchase of Urbaser UK, announced in December 2023. FCC said that the purchase will enable it to “expand its product and service offer” and “enhance” the value proposal value for its customers. Urbaser Operating composting, material recovery, waste-to-energy and final disposal facilities and … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news RDF Industry Group: ‘Exporting EfW has net greenhouse gas benefit’ Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF) Industry Group has published a report on the industry’s role in solving the greenhouse gas emission issue. Its research has shown that exporting Energy-from-Waste and keeping it from landfill, “even over distances up to 9,000km” has a net greenhouse gas benefit. The report, entitled ‘The Role of Waste Derived Fuel in … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news Introducing ScrapBays – the App for scrap If you frequently deal with scrap metal, you might sell to the same local buyer without knowing if other buyers are offering better prices. Perhaps you spend a lot of time searching for the best price for your metal type. But what if you could have both convenience and profit? Introducing ScrapBays, a platform that... Skip & Waste Magazine · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news Why HWRC Booking Systems Make Financial Sense - larac.org.uk LARAC (Local Authority Recycling Advisory Committee) · 11 Jun 2024 Industry news Turning grey to green - Hubbub Hubbub · 10 Jun 2024 Industry news REA welcomes the energy and climate commitments in the Liberal Democrats manifesto for the 2024 general election REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 10 Jun 2024