A round-up of business news from the waste and resources industry

The packaging company has revealed 15,000 tonnes of Kent’s paper and card will be processed each year under the new contract

New research calls for mandatory treatment standards across the UK and increased capacity of material recovery in existing WEEE recycling before future infrastructure investments

The scrap metal recycler has invested £2.3 million in a hybrid material handler capable of grabbing up to 15 tonnes of bulk scrap at once

Aluminium packaging collection rates increase across York through initiative which sells recycled material to raise funds for local charity

New research shows that recycling infrastructure must adapt to the waste changes brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic

WasteAid and Bunzl’s 12-month initiative aims to close the loop on plastic waste in Douala, Cameroon

The environmental charity is spearheading a campaign across the UK after studies reveal public confusion over disposable nappy recyclability

The retailer has launched recycling points at 171 stores across the South West and Wales

The latest waste impact report from ADEPT highlights that waste services across the country are continuing to feel the impacts of Covid-19