Recycling news: 2023

Industry news Canned Foods help combat food waste MPMA flags up high-impact solution to global food wastage at The National Food Waste Conference The Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association’s (MPMA) Director and Chief Executive, Robert Fell, recently presented at […] MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 16 Mar 2023 Industry news ‘Whole vapes should not be incinerated’ EA says The Environment Agency written to all compliance schemes and approved authorised treatment facilities (AATFs) outlining its stance on the processing of vapes. In a noticed published this morning (16 March) the Agency explained it is aware of “current concerns being expressed” surrounding the incineration of disposable vapes and outlined its position on the matter. The … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 16 Mar 2023 Industry news Spring Budget: Highlights for AD On 15th March 2023 Chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered the Spring Budget 2023, which he deemed his “Budget for Growth”. His speech to parliament reflected on the importance of renewables in enhancing energy security, though focussed predominately on the expansion of the nuclear sector, despite the great opportunities afforded by other forms of renewables. Included in… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 16 Mar 2023 Global EU Commission prepares to crack down on greenwashing with new Green Claims law PRESS BRIEFING What is happening? On 22 March 2023, the European Commission is expected to table the Green Claims Directive (GCD). This much-awaited law aims […] European Environmental Bureau · 16 Mar 2023 Industry news POWERDAY UNVEILS NET ZERO TARGET FOR 2040 The post POWERDAY UNVEILS NET ZERO TARGET FOR 2040 appeared first on Powerday . Powerday · 16 Mar 2023 Policy & government VATLP05800 - Exemption: examples of supplies which are leasing or letting of immovable property GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2023 Policy & government Recycled materials in consumer products An independent research report. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2023 Industry news Renewi opens flagship UK office and calls for clarity over waste reforms Renewi, the leading international waste-to-product company, officially opened its flagship new headquarters in Milton Keynes this week, while calling for clarity over the UK Government’s waste strategy. Renewi operates 5 PFI (Private Finance Initiative) contracts in the UK and recycles 40% of the residual (black bag) waste it handles. The company is a market-leader in... Skip & Waste Magazine · 16 Mar 2023 Industry news EfW operators hail ‘£20bn’ funding for carbon capture Energy from waste (EfW) plant operators have hailed the announcement in the Spring Budget yesterday that “up to £20 billion” will be committed for the “early deployment” of carbon capture, usage and storage (CCUS). While still in its early stages, CCUS technology would enable plant operators to capture emissions from their facilities, which are then … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 16 Mar 2023 Global Recovering the non-recyclable: the Integrated Resource-Recovery Facility However, as waste generation continues to increase in Europe and globally, the sector is working on how to achieve its... ESWET (European Suppliers of Waste-to-Energy Technology) · 16 Mar 2023 Global European container glass industry position on the EC proposal for the packaging and packaging waste regulation FEVE (European Container Glass Federation) · 16 Mar 2023 Industry news UK Government must not undermine Global Ocean Treaty by greenlighting deep sea mining Kingston, Jamaica, 16 March – The 28th Session of the International Seabed Authority starts today with world delegates gathering in Kingston, Jamaica less than two weeks after the Global Ocean Treaty was agreed at the United Nations. The meeting is a critical moment for the future of the oceans as deep sea mining companies are […] Greenpeace UK · 16 Mar 2023 Industry news The 2022 Drought Experience in Wales | WEBINAR - The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management CIWEM (Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management) · 16 Mar 2023 Global A David and Goliath fight: People’s right to compensation against illegal pollution When people stand up to industry the battle often resembles a David and Goliath fight. Under current EU rules, people cannot claim compensation for damages to their health that result from illegal pollution. As a result, illnesses caused by pollution, such as cancer and heart disease, and even premature death are going unaddressed. But the EU has an opportunity to ensure people’s rights against… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 15 Mar 2023 Council news Abbey Road - Camden Council Camden Council · 15 Mar 2023 Policy & government SDLTM27510 - Reliefs: supplementary Information FA03/S71 GOV.UK · 15 Mar 2023 Industry news Spring Budget 2023: A missed opportunity in attracting low carbon investment REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 15 Mar 2023 Industry news Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association comments on Spring Budget Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association comments on Spring Budget The Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association (ADBA) has issued the following response, by its chairman Chris Huhne, to the Spring Budget presented today by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt: “For renewables and net zero, this is a never-never budget of far-off promises that fails to deliver on immediate… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 15 Mar 2023 Policy & government Direct Research Portfolio annual report 2020 to 2021 This report outlines several projects and key themes funded through the DRP from 2020 to 2021, for which the total investment was £4.2 million. GOV.UK · 15 Mar 2023 Industry news Treasury to ‘engage’ before taking next steps of landfill tax review The Treasury has published the results of a consultation on its review of the landfill tax, but is not making any decisions until further discussions with industry are held. The summary of responses to the consultation, launched in 2021, was published alongside the Spring Budget 2023, which confirmed that landfill tax will rise in line … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 15 Mar 2023 Industry news Budget 2023: what it means for energy bills and climate change The government had a chance to tackle the cost of living, energy and climate crises with the 2023 budget. But did they rise to the occasion? Greenpeace UK · 15 Mar 2023 Industry news EASTER 2023 WELSH LANGUAGE The post EASTER 2023 WELSH LANGUAGE appeared first on Alupro . Alupro · 15 Mar 2023 Policy & government Notes on Spring Finance Bill 2023 resolutions These notes give a brief description of each Finance Bill resolution which has statutory effect under the provisions of the Provisional Collection of Taxes Act 1968 . GOV.UK · 15 Mar 2023 Policy & government Spring Budget 2023: Overview of tax legislation and rates (OOTLAR) Tax policy announcements at Spring Budget 2023. GOV.UK · 15 Mar 2023 Global Wish to empower consumers? Blacklist greenwashing and early obsolescence Since the publication of this article, the European Parliament has voted for a stronger EU law to safeguard consumers from deceptive environmental claims and early obsolescence. The Directive on Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition is now undergoing interinstitutional negotiations involving the European Parliament, the European Commission and member states’ ministers. Greenwashing and … META (European Environmental Bureau) · 15 Mar 2023 Policy & government VAT Accounting for Deposit Schemes This tax information and impact note outlines legislation introduces rules for VAT accounting for deposit return schemes. GOV.UK · 15 Mar 2023 Global Books as a driver of Europe’s knowledge economy Full version is available here. CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 15 Mar 2023 Policy & government Changes to late payment penalties for Plastic Packaging Tax This tax information and impact note is about technical changes to late payment penalties in respect of Plastic Packaging Tax GOV.UK · 15 Mar 2023 Policy & government Plastic Packaging Tax rate change from 1 April 2023 This tax information and impact note is about the increase in the rate of Plastic Packaging Tax from 1 April 2023. GOV.UK · 15 Mar 2023 Policy & government Aggregates Levy - exemption changes This measure introduces changes affecting aggregate returned to the land at its original site and aggregate dug as a by-product of construction. GOV.UK · 15 Mar 2023 Policy & government Landfill Tax rates for 2023 to 2024 As announced at Autumn Budget 2021 both the standard and lower rates of Landfill Tax will increase from 1 April 2023 in line with the Retail Prices Index (RPI), rounded to the nearest 5 pence. GOV.UK · 15 Mar 2023 Policy & government Landfill tax grant scheme: call for evidence Seeking views on a proposed scheme that will refund landfill tax in order to encourage the redevelopment of brownfield sites and contaminated land. GOV.UK · 15 Mar 2023 Policy & government Landfill Tax Review: call for evidence This call for evidence seeks views on aspects of Landfill Tax, to ensure the tax continues to support the government’s ambitious environmental objectives. GOV.UK · 15 Mar 2023 Industry news Let’s turn the Earth green this St Patrick’s Day No matter how Irish you are, or how far from Ireland you live, get your Guinness at the ready, as St Patrick’s Day is upon us on 17th March. But is our much-loved Irish holiday causing an environmental hangover and leaving you with a banging headache and a mountain of waste to deal with on... Skip & Waste Magazine · 15 Mar 2023 Industry news Bevan ‘stands by’ call for waste export ban In what could be his last appearance before MPs before standing down this month, the chief executive of the Environment Agency, Sir James Bevan, has said he “stands by” his call for a ban on all waste exports from the UK. Speaking at an Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Committee yesterday (March 14), the … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 15 Mar 2023 Policy & government PR3 6BP, Resource Recycling Solutions Ltd: environmental permit issued - EPR/QB3036RB/V004 View the permit issued for Iron House Farm, Preston under the Industrial Emissions Directive. GOV.UK · 15 Mar 2023 Global Member States set to undermine pollution prevention rules, green NGOs warn Environmental NGOs warn that the EU Council Presidency proposal for a general approach on the revision of the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED) ignores the urgency of […] European Environmental Bureau · 15 Mar 2023 Industry news MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – CNH Industrial Takes Controlling Stake In Bennamann MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – CNH Industrial Takes Controlling Stake In Bennamann Reinforcing methane’s strategic role in farming’s energy independence CNH Industrial is expanding its alternative fuel capabilities by taking a majority stake in Bennamann – a UK-based expert in solutions to capture, repurpose and store fugitive methane emissions for energy use. In conjunction with CNH… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 15 Mar 2023 Industry news Primark tests new standard and initiatives to extend clothing durability Retailer Primark has revealed an array of new repair and durability initiatives aimed at improving the circularity of its clothing products. edie — Circular Economy tag · 15 Mar 2023 Council news walthamforest.gov.uk - London Borough of Waltham Forest Waltham Forest Council · 15 Mar 2023