TRA criticises government inaction on delayed waste regulations, despite Scotland already removing the contentious loopholes in 2018

New report warns that energy from waste costs could disincentivise carbon reduction plans, noting an estimated £660 million increase for local authorities

£20 million investment into shredding technology showcased in industry tour, reducing energy consumption and increasing processing capacities for waste metals

WRAP renames flagship food sustainability programme to align with global initiatives and strengthen sector recognition

Partnership will offer dedicated drop-off points for unwanted footwear, recycling collected materials into new products

Different types of markers serve specific environments from data centers to industrial settings

New methodology aims to quantify environmental benefits from circular models like secondhand shopping and mending clothing reduce through their ‘displacement’ of new clothing production

Joint policy statement details check list of scheme administrator duties, with June 2025 deadlines set for key governance documents

Commission’s plan highlights role of critical material recycling, remanufacturing, and investment in infrastructure as key goals

Committee for Climate Change also says EfW must be included in Emissions Trading Scheme and face mandatory carbon capture requirements