A round-up of equipment and business news from the waste and resources sector, including CD Enviro, Balcan Engineering, Bulk Handling Systems, and BCMY.

Surrey County Council has given final approval to a £90-million gasification and anaerobic digestion ‘Eco Park’ in Shepperton, despite protestations from some councillors.

A letter in which EU Environment Commissioner Karmenu Vella argued in favour of keeping the Circular Economy Package has come to light, as it is revealed the EC could face legal action over its decision to withdraw the proposal.

Carbon dioxide emissions saved by local authority waste and recycling services increased in 2013/14, despite recycling rates levelling off in England.

A new Zero Waste Scotland report identifies five community-level activities that can prevent local litter problems.

A new photographic exhibition exploring the work of waste entrepreneurs in Africa is being held in London to highlight the work of the Living Earth Foundation.

The Biobased and Biodegradable Industries Association has appointed Andy Sweetman as Chairman and chosen six other board members from across the bioindustry.

In February, Pembrokeshire County Council launched a new residual waste treatment framework agreement for Welsh local authorities. Annie Kane learns more about how it works

The European Parliament passes the ‘first binding measures to reduce waste generation’, as a limit on plastic bag use is voted through.

A new photo series by Adela Nistora takes a look at the problem of food waste, and possible solutions.