Simpler Recycling comes into force
.New Simpler Recycling rules on how workplaces in England sort their recycling and waste have now come into force. From today (Monday 31 March), workplaces with 10 or more…
Industry reacts to Environment Secretary’s circular economy speech
Industry has reacted to the Environment Secretary’s speech on how the UK Government will support the nation’s transition to a circular economy. Speaking at the Dock Shed in London,…
Environment Secretary to set out plan for circular economy transition
Environment Secretary Steve Reed will set out how the UK Government will support the nation’s transition to a circular economy in a speech to industry leaders later today. Speaking…
How the EU is building a circular economy into construction
Daniel Hiniesto Muñoz de la Torre, Senior Researcher and Project Manager at ACCIONA Construcción, outlines how a circular revolution is taking place in the construction industry. Across Europe, the…
Using waste-derived materials to produce sustainable concrete
Designing waste-derived materials to produce sustainable concrete – a potential mine for the future? CIWM Early Careers Ambassador, Dr Sadish Oumabady & Dr Rory Doherty FCIWM spotlight their research…
2.8 billion containers recycled as part of Sweden’s DRS in 2024
Over 2.8 billion PET bottles and aluminium cans were returned through the Swedish deposit return system (DRS) in 2024 – a 6% increase compared to the previous year. In…
WRAP seeking new CEO as Harriet Lamb leaves for Green Party
Harriet Lamb has resigned as CEO of WRAP to become the CEO of the Green Party of England and Wales, sparking the search for her successor. Lamb will leave…
EU’s plastic recycling industry at “breaking point”
The European Union’s plastic recycling industry is at a “breaking point”, Plastic Recyclers Europe says. Plastic Recyclers Europe said a sharp decline in domestic production, increased imports, and rising…
It’s time for the circular economy to get dirty
Founder of Hubbub and Sizzle Trewin Restorick explains why its time to start treating food and green waste as a valuable resource, not a mess to be disposed of.…
Two weeks left for businesses to submit 2024 pEPR data
Obligated businesses must submit 2024 packaging data by 1 April 2025 under the new extended producer responsibility for packaging (pEPR) scheme. Under legislation which came into force on 1…