A new study has revealed that compostable plastics biodegrade sufficiently quickly in Dutch composting facilities, though conventional plastics remain a problem.

A round-up of news from the waste and resources sector, including Recolight, Reconomy, Dsposal, Keenan Recycling and Bollegraaf.

Egbert Taylor has become the first waste container refurbishment specialist in the UK to replace the wet paint process with powder coating as standard in a bid to minimise its environmental impact and enhance the finish of its refurbished bins.

MPs expressed concerns over the environmental and public health risks of incineration in a debate in Westminster Hall on Tuesday (13 February).

Italian compostable bioplastics manufacturer Novamont has developed a new cling film made from its Mater-Bi bioplastic.

Exports of refuse derived fuel (RDF) and solid recovered fuel (SRF) from England fell by 13.5 per cent in 2019 as markets continue to tighten.

Cheshire East Council has partnered with Storengy to secure funding towards a £1 million scheme for hydrogen-powered refuse vehicles.

First West of England is launching a fleet of 77 bio-methane powered buses in Bristol, drawing fuel from a new £2-million gas filling station at the company’s Lawrence Hill depot.

Non-profit Plastic Patrol has published the initial findings from a study into single-use litter in the UK, revealing that 83 per cent of litter recorded over a nine-month period was plastic.

The Cup Movement’s new #TakeItBack scheme is seeking to raise awareness of the coffee cup recycling facilities available in Glasgow, whilst a new partnership with DS will expand coffee cup recycling options throughout the city.