Recycling news: 2024

Industry news Australia may need to brace for megadroughts lasting over 20 years According to research from The Australian National University (ANU) and the ARC Centre of Excellence for Climate Extremes, Australia faces the alarming threat of megadroughts that last more than two decades. Open Access Government — Environment · 3 Apr 2024 Council news 11 Vacancies - Great Yarmouth Borough Council Great Yarmouth Council · 3 Apr 2024 Industry news CIWM launches new Continuing Competence test for Northern Ireland The Chartered Institution of Wastes Management (CIWM) has launched a new Continuing Competence test for Northern Ireland which will become the new standard for demonstrating the technical competence of operators of waste management facilities across the country. The Waste Management Licensing (Amendment) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2022 require the operators of waste management facilities to… Circular Online (CIWM) · 3 Apr 2024 Policy & government Income This section provides information on income for schools GOV.UK · 3 Apr 2024 Global Textile Industry: How Project Finance Can Bridge the Commer­cialization Gap The Netherlands-based company Fashion for Good, a global platform for sustainable fashion innovation, has teamed up with Spring Lane Capital (USA and Canada) to help unlock the capital needed to scale sustainable innovation in the textile industry. According to the Dutch company, their report “The Great Unlock – Closing the Innovation Commercialization Gap through Project […] Global Recycling · 3 Apr 2024 Council news Residential Pest Management Service - burnley.gov.uk Burnley Council · 3 Apr 2024 Industry news ESS EXPO launches webinar to raise awareness of green skills gap Environmental Services & Solutions Expo (ESS) has announced the launch of a webinar aimed at addressing critical skills shortages in the environmental sector. With demand currently outstripping supply, the online event entitled ‘ESS 2050: Green Skills’ will focus on how employers can bridge the gap in green jobs across the nation. Taking place on Friday … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 3 Apr 2024 Industry news Biffa to sue Scottish government over DRS Biffa has reportedly threatened to sue the Scottish government for £100m over the collapsed deposit scheme. It had brought 200 trucks and started increasing its workforce in preparation for the scheme. The plans for the scheme were ousted last June by member of Scottish parliament, Lorna Slater, and the schemes implementation date was delayed by … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 3 Apr 2024 Industry news Grundon shortlisted for two Circle2Success awards The post Grundon shortlisted for two Circle2Success awards appeared first on Grundon . Grundon Waste Management · 3 Apr 2024 Industry news Grundon opens doors for Woodoaks Farm The post Grundon opens doors for Woodoaks Farm appeared first on Grundon . Grundon Waste Management · 3 Apr 2024 Industry news Environment Agency introduces new charges for regulating waste shipments Amended charges for regulating international waste shipments have come into force, which the Environment Agency said are “fairer”. Circular Online (CIWM) · 3 Apr 2024 Industry news Case study - The circular economy at work: Clothes Doctor - driving textile care and repair opportunities - ReLondon ReLondon · 3 Apr 2024 Council news Planning for Climate Change - New Forest District Council New Forest Council · 3 Apr 2024 Council news Single Person Discount Review - Brent Council Brent Council · 2 Apr 2024 Global EU Regulation targets packaging waste reduction The PPWR represents a significant step forward in Europe's commitment to a circular economy and environmental stewardship. Reloop Platform · 2 Apr 2024 Policy & government Castell Harlech - Cadw Welsh Government News · 2 Apr 2024 Industry news Viridor agrees statement of principles with government for Runcorn Viridor has formally agreed a statement of principles with the UK government’s department for energy security and net zero (DESNZ) for its Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) project at its Runcorn Energy Recovery Facility (ERF). Viridor’s ERF facilities generate electricity from waste which cannot be easily recycled or reused. With support from the UK government, … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 2 Apr 2024 Industry news Cotswold Fayre: the path to net-zero with City Harvest The premium wholesaler is now on a mission to reach net zero by 2030 and talks to City Harvest about how the partnership helps Cotswold Fayre meets its ambitious sustainability goals. City Harvest London · 2 Apr 2024 Policy & government Castell Cricieth - Cadw Welsh Government News · 2 Apr 2024 Industry news UN: Increased recycling efforts failing to keep pace with boom in e-waste The world’s generation of waste electronics and electricals, known as e-waste, is rising five times faster than documented recycling capacity. edie — Circular Economy tag · 2 Apr 2024 Industry news Textile Recycling Sector Faces Unprecedented Financial Crisis Amid Global Market Challenges The Textile Recycling Association (TRA) are sounding the alarm about the imminent collapse of the textile recycling sector due to global market challenges. As the recognised trade association for over 75% of the UK’s Used Textiles collectors and sorters, we have been made aware of their plight by our members. There is real fear in [...] Read More... from Textile Recycling Sector Faces Unprecede… Textile Recycling Association · 2 Apr 2024 Industry news Eight years as England’s top ‘core city’ for recycling! The post Eight years as England’s top ‘core city’ for recycling! appeared first on Bristol Waste Company . Bristol Waste Company · 2 Apr 2024 Global An Honorary One-on-One with James Law ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 2 Apr 2024 Industry news How top lighting brands are going green Lighting manufacturers are making remarkable strides in adopting environmental practices. From the use of renewable energy to sustainable logistics and […] Recolight · 2 Apr 2024 Industry news Lucent is climate neutral Lucent Lighting has announced that’s it’s climate neutral. The UK downlight manufacturer says it achieved the status by meticulously calculating […] Recolight · 2 Apr 2024 Industry news Packaging lights: How to cut its environmental impact Changing the way luminaires are packaging could have a dramatic effect on a manufacturer’s environmental impact. That’s why many leading […] Recolight · 2 Apr 2024 Industry news Suez retains GMCA waste management contracts The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) has announced it is extending its waste management contracts with Suez from *2026 to 2034. The proposal to extend it is based on works being carried out at the Raikes Lane EfW facility in 2025. The proposal also includes the ability for pots, tubs and trays to be included … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 2 Apr 2024 Industry news The British Crisp Co. launches “first” fully-recyclable paper crisp packet The British Crisp Co. has launched the “first” fully-recyclable paper crisp packet, which can be disposed of in kerbside recycling collections. The new paper packet, which has been developed in partnership with Evopak, a manufacturer of sustainable paper-based flexible packaging, uses a polymer, Hydropol, developed by Aquapak, instead of conventional plastic. Tom Lock, CEO […] Circular Online (CIWM) · 2 Apr 2024 Industry news Environment Agency introduces “fairer” waste shipments charges scheme The Environment Agency has introduced a new charges scheme for regulating waste shipments, which it says is a “fairer” way of protecting people and the environment from hazardous waste. The Agency say the charges, which came into force yesterday (1 April 2024), reflect industry insights gathered during a public consultation last October. ‘Boosting compliance’ It … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 2 Apr 2024 Industry news Households hoarding 880 million unused electrical items, Material Focus says New research from Material Focus has found UK households are hoarding 880 million unused electrical items and throwing away 103,000 tonnes of electricals. Circular Online (CIWM) · 2 Apr 2024 Industry news TRA warns of “imminent collapse” of textile recycling industry According to the Textile Recycling Association (TRA), the textile recycling industry is due to “imminently collapse” because of global market challenges. The TRA urges the UK government to step in and regulate the industry to prevent a collapse. It recommends the introduction of an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme. The Textile Recycling Association is the … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 2 Apr 2024 Industry news Share & Repair Network Tourism Fund Announcements Circular Communities Scotland and our Share and Repair Network are delighted to announce that five Circular Communities Scotland members have been successful in their applications to the Share and Repair Network Tourism Fund. In December 2023 we were pleased to promote the availability of this fund, which works to support innovative circular approaches in repair, [...] Circular Communities Scotland · 2 Apr 2024 Industry news Management Risks Liability – can you afford not to have it? Running a successful vehicle-recycling business hinges on efficiency and handling the unexpected. But what about legal surprises that could cripple your yard? Management Risks Liability is often dismissed as paperwork, but it can be the difference between a minor bump and a financial knockout. Howden Insurance bridges this gap, highlighting its importance in safeguarding your company. ATF Professional · 2 Apr 2024 Policy & government Castell Conwy - Cadw Welsh Government News · 2 Apr 2024 Policy & government Fairer charges scheme for regulating waste shipments comes into effect Amended charges for international waste shipments come into force as of 1 April 2024 GOV.UK · 2 Apr 2024 Policy & government Environment Agency charge proposals for notified international waste shipments We want your comments on our proposed charges for notified international waste shipments. GOV.UK · 2 Apr 2024 Policy & government 2. Steering Mechanical condition, steering wheel and column or handlebar, forks and yokes, steering play and electronic power steering (EPS) rules and inspection for car and passenger vehicle MOT tests. GOV.UK · 2 Apr 2024 Global Good Prospects for the Tire Recycling Downstream Products Market “Tire Recycling Downstream Product Market Report: Trends, Forecast and Competitive Analysis to 2030” is the title of the publication, which has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. Based on the market research store, the global market is expected to reach an estimated 5.5 billion US-Dollar by 2030 with a CAGR (compound annual growth rate) of 3.2 […] Global Recycling · 2 Apr 2024 Policy & government Northern Ireland Equality Scheme for HMRC This shows how we are meeting our responsibilities under section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act 1998 by promoting equality of opportunity and good relations. GOV.UK · 2 Apr 2024 Industry news Aberdeen council completes works at Banchory landfill Aberdeenshire council has announced that it has implemented measures to harness gas generated during waste decomposition and convert it into green electricity at its Banchory landfill site The management of gas produced within landfills is a significant environmental concern due to its potential to cause air pollution and contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. Banchory landfill … Read More The… letsrecycle.com News · 2 Apr 2024