Recycling news: 2024

Industry news CPI recommends 5% limit of ‘non-paper components’ in packaging The Confederation of Paper Industries (CPI) has published its fourth design for recyclability guidelines, recommending a 5% limit of non-paper components in paper packaging. First published in 2019 by the CPI, a trade association representing the UK’s paper-based Industries, the fourth edition provides further clarity to retailers on how new products can be designed that … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 1 Mar 2024 Industry news ‘Sheer foolishness’: Reported delay to UK’s Deposit Return Scheme sparks anger in green economy The implementation of the UK Government's Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) aimed at enhancing recycling rates for drinks packaging is likely to get delayed yet again until 2028, according to reports, nearly a decade after its initial introduction. edie — Circular Economy tag · 1 Mar 2024 Industry news Aldi provides ‘full transparency’ on flexible plastic recycling Aldi has become the first supermarket to use the Flexibile Plastics Fund’s tracking system for soft plastic collected front of store, enabling it to provide “full transparency”. The Flexible Plastics Fund was established in May 2021 by five founding partners: Mars, Mondelēz International, Nestlé, PepsiCo and Unilever, led by the producer compliance scheme Ecosurety. The … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 1 Mar 2024 Industry news News in brief (01/03/24) With news on: Essex keeps booking systems for HWRCs; Domestic DIY waste restrictions in Bath and NE Somerset; Calderdale council recycles 7,000 single-use vapes and GLobal Recycling Foundation urges use of carbon credits. Essex keeps booking systems for HWRCs Essex county council has decided to keep its booking system process at all of its 21 … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 1 Mar 2024 Industry news Cheshire East next to close HWRCs as councils warn of further cuts Cheshire East council will close three of its seven household waste and recycling centres (HWRCs) next month, amid warnings from councils that further services will be slashed as they struggle to plug funding gaps. In its budget for 2024/25, the council confirmed that it will close HWRCs in Bollington, Middlewich and Poynton from 1 April. … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 1 Mar 2024 Industry news Two-thirds of Brits demand government action to protect high seas a year on from Global Ocean Treaty A new poll shows more than half of Brits think ‘urgent’ action is needed to sign the Global Ocean Treaty into UK law a year after its momentous agreement. Greenpeace UK · 1 Mar 2024 Industry news Future Framework for Biomethane Production – Call for Evidence published! The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) announced the much-awaited Call for Evidence on Future Policy framework for Biomethane Production on Thursday, 29th February. This consultation aims to gather industry evidence to support the development of a future framework to incentivise continued growth in biomethane production after the Green Gas Support Scheme (GGSS)… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 1 Mar 2024 Industry news Aldi and Flexible Plastic Fund pioneer tracking system to make flexible plastic recycling more transparent Aldi UK is now providing full visibility on the journey of flexible plastic packaging collected from the public via front-of-store collection points, right through the recycling journey to end product. Circular Online (CIWM) · 1 Mar 2024 Industry news Supporting tree-planting initiatives could relieve pressure on the NHS Doctors call for immediate action to prioritise the environment due to its crucial role in improving public health and helping the strain on the National Health Service (NHS). Open Access Government — Environment · 1 Mar 2024 Industry news EU bans sub-group of PFAS used in food packaging and clothing Yesterday, Member States gave a green light for restricting a subgroup of the “forever chemicals”, PFAS, from food packaging and clothing and other uses. The restriction presented by the European Commission to Member States covers PFHxA, its salts and related substances, a subgroup of PFAS. They are used in large quantities in sectors such as […] CHEM Trust · 1 Mar 2024 Industry news News in brief | CIWM Commercial Partner Updates News updates from CIWM’s commercial partners. Derby waste handler becomes “first to process” washroom waste with innovative green tech Derby-based Go 4 Greener said it will become the first to process washroom waste with waste management technology, thanks to a £1.25m investment from Wayne and Samantha Turton, owners of Go 4 Greener Waste Management. […] Circular Online (CIWM) · 1 Mar 2024 Industry news Rag collectors warn of ‘severe challenges’ in market A string of textile collectors have signed an open letter warning of “severe challenges” in the market which limits what they are able to pay for material. The letter— signed several recyclers including the CTR Group, Fortune Eximports, LMB Barry, Savanna Group, and Randisi Textiles — warns that a string of factors are hitting collectors … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 1 Mar 2024 Industry news Vegware hits composting landmark with its waste collections Scottish packaging company Vegware has hit a new milestone with its waste collections. Close the Loop, the brand’s trade waste collections for central belt Scotland, composted 10,000 binloads of used Vegware packaging and food waste in 2023. The service collects used Vegware packaging and food waste from over 50 sites, including Glasgow Science Centre, Fife... Skip & Waste Magazine · 1 Mar 2024 Industry news Diageo partners with global K-Pop star SUHO to promote responsible drinking across Asia Pacific - Diageo Diageo news and media · 1 Mar 2024 Industry news NBF Hails Bed as Miracle Product in National Bed Month Video The National Bed Federation (NBF) has revealed a new online parody-style video for its National Bed Month campaign, positioning the bed as a ‘miracle product’ that provides numerous positive benefits to our health and wellbeing. The video is a nod to the familiar TV adverts that advertise health products claiming to transform consumers’ lives. It […] National Bed Federation · 1 Mar 2024 Industry news How wealth taxes could fund a fairer, greener Britain An unfair tax system is worsening inequality, contributing to the cost of living crisis and slowing climate action. Wealth taxes could raise funds to make people’s lives better – and help the UK transition away from fossil fuels. Greenpeace UK · 29 Feb 2024 Industry news MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Free AD Operator Training Day and Site Visit MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Free AD Operator Training and Site Visit Understanding digester biology to maximise plant efficiency 10am-4pm, Tuesday 12th March 2024, Boxford Suffolk Farms, nr Sudbury Leading biogas consultancy FM BioEnergy is holding a free-to-attend, one-day training event aimed at helping AD operators gain a better understanding of their digester biology. Join experts… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 29 Feb 2024 Industry news The Galápagos shows the power of ocean protection The Galápagos Marine Reserve is a powerful example of what ocean protection can achieve. But outside its boundaries, industrial fishing is still doing damage. Now, governments have a chance to change that. Greenpeace UK · 29 Feb 2024 Industry news Good Food Local: The London report 2026 - Sustain: the alliance for better food and farming Sustain · 29 Feb 2024 Industry news Home | IEMA | Transforming the World to Sustainability - IEMA | Transforming the World to Sustainability IEMA (Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment) · 29 Feb 2024 Industry news RECOUP Members site visit to Berry Circular Polymers Leamington Spa site The post RECOUP Members site visit to Berry Circular Polymers Leamington Spa site appeared first on RECOUP . RECOUP · 29 Feb 2024 Industry news Emmaus responds to “shocking” new homelessness figures showing a 27% rise in rough sleeping Charlotte Talbott, Chief Executive of Emmaus UK, says the latest “shocking” statistics shows the housing system in the UK is in drastic need of change, with the number of people... Emmaus UK · 29 Feb 2024 Industry news Keep Britain Tidy unveils ‘revamped’ waste hierarchy Environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy has introduced a “revamped” waste hierarchy. The group say that this initiative aims to provide “fresh guidance” to the industry and the public, fostering effective communication on waste prevention and “expediting the UK’s shift towards a circular economy”. The newly designed waste hierarchy promotes reuse and mindful shopping to encourage … Read More Th… letsrecycle.com News · 29 Feb 2024 Industry news DS Smith invests £48m into Kemsley paper mill Packaging company DS Smith has announced that it will invest £48 million to “enhance” its Kemsley paper mill. The multi-year investment will go towards upgrading its fibre preparation line, which DS Smith said will drive improved efficiency, sustainability and reliability. A drum pulping and screening system which “more efficiently” separates contaminants from fibre such as … Read More The post… letsrecycle.com News · 29 Feb 2024 Industry news New era begins for the Green Compass Scheme The Green Compass Scheme has been operating throughout the UK since 2015, and provides the only means of gaining UKAS accredited certification to PAS 402 : 2013 “Waste resource management – Specification for performance reporting”. The scheme is on the brink of a new phase thanks to the financial support of a number of new […] Circular Online (CIWM) · 29 Feb 2024 Industry news Sustainability for the Built Environment' Course - UK Green Building Council UK Green Building Council · 29 Feb 2024 Industry news Defra hits back after WEEE reforms dubbed ‘toaster tax’ Defra has defended its reforms to the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations in light of criticism in the national media referring to the reforms as a ‘toaster tax’. On 28 December 2023, the government consulted on its long-awaited reforms to the WEEE sector, which included proposals to mandate large retailers collect for electrical items … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 29 Feb 2024 Industry news Introducing The Urban Long Forest Project The post Introducing The Urban Long Forest Project appeared first on Keep Wales Tidy . Keep Wales Tidy · 29 Feb 2024 Industry news Keep Britain Tidy unveils a new version of the waste hierarchy Keep Britain Tidy has unveiled a new version of the waste hierarchy to help the industry communicate about waste prevention. Circular Online (CIWM) · 29 Feb 2024 Industry news #ShareRepairAware Campaign Success Circular Communities Scotland would like to extend a huge thank you to everyone who supported our Share and Repair Network‘s 2024 #ShareRepairAware campaign. In 2021, we announced we were looking forward to setting up and overseeing the Share and Repair Network, supported by Scottish Government and Zero Waste Scotland, in partnership with Edinburgh Tool Library and Edinburgh Remakery. The Share… Circular Communities Scotland · 29 Feb 2024 Industry news Walsall outlines ‘enhanced’ fly-tipping measures in hotspot Walsall council has announced it is introducing “enhanced measures” to tackle fly tipping in a specific area after observing consistent offending. In Nottingham Drive, Willenhall, the council said the persistent offences have caused “significant inconvenience” and environmental concerns for residents and businesses. The council’s “multi-pronged approach” includes fines of hundreds of pounds tha… letsrecycle.com News · 29 Feb 2024 Industry news Tribunal overturns FPN issued by Hyndburn for side waste A fixed penalty notice (FPN) issued by Hyndburn council to a resident for not using a wheeled bin has been overturned by a tribunal judge. In a decision handed down on 22 February, tribunal judge I. Ord said that the resident who was issued the fine, Rukhsana Chaudary, “had a reasonable excuse not to comply … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 29 Feb 2024 Industry news New appointments and changes to Morrisons senior team - Morrisons Corporate Morrisons media centre · 29 Feb 2024 Industry news Ship-based carbon capture and microwave EV range boosters: The best green innovations of February 2024 As February comes to a close, edie and our innovation partner Springwise have rounded up six of the best breakthrough technologies for the green economy, including electric vehicle (EV) range boosters and systems recycling waste heat from solar farms. Read on to find out more. edie — Circular Economy tag · 28 Feb 2024 Industry news Scotland confirms landfill tax rise and extra £500,000 for Recycling Improvement Fund The Scottish Government has confirmed its budget for 2024/2025 yesterday (26 February) which laid out plans to increase both the standard and lower rates of landfill tax rates. The budget was passed 68 votes to 55 with one abstention. From 1 April 2024, the standard rate will rise to £103.70 per tonne, from £102.10, and … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 28 Feb 2024 Industry news Moving towards a more Circular Economy REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 28 Feb 2024 Industry news REA response to Climate Change Committee announcement on third carbon budget REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 28 Feb 2024 Industry news Revised Oxford Principles for Net Zero Aligned Carbon (Credits) Investment The revised Oxford Principles is an urgent call for or Net Zero Aligned Carbon (Credits) Investment. Anthesis Group · 28 Feb 2024 Industry news Circular economy could save $100bn on waste management costs annually Municipal waste is on course to increase by more than 66% in volume, leading to direct costs of around $360bn unless more can be done to transition to a circular economy. edie — Circular Economy tag · 28 Feb 2024 Industry news News in brief (28/02/24) With news on: Reconomy acquires Sudamin Rohstoff; Council officially opens £41.8m recycling hub; OPRL responds to LGA packaging research report; and Alfred H Knight extends waste services to cover international markets. Reconomy acquires Sudamin Rohstoff Reconomy has acquired Sudamin Rohstoff, a German-based independent recycling broker specialising in valuable metals. Sudamin’s core business i… letsrecycle.com News · 28 Feb 2024