A group of non-governmental organisations is calling on the EC to take 10 steps to deliver an ‘ambitious’ waste policy review.

Energy Secretary Edward Davey MP and London MEP Baroness Sarah Ludford visit the UK’s ‘first’ plastic film recycling plant.

The Aldersgate Group has outlined a ‘sustainable’ growth plan for the UK economy, which it is calling on government to implement.

Norfolk County Council writes to Prime Minister David Cameron asking for financial assistance after DCLG planning delays.

Port Clarence Energy Ltd is seeking permission from Stockton Borough Council to build and operate a 45MW biomass plant in Teesside.

Waste management firm Viridor awarded a 10-year contract to upgrade and operate a material recovery facility in Plymouth.

A round-up of this week's recycling and waste news, including B&M Waste Services, FCC Environment, and Plymouth City Council.

The European Commission has awarded €282.6 million of funding to 225 new environmental projects as part of its LIFE+ programme.

Composting education events to be held across the globe from Monday as part of International Compost Awareness Week 2014.

MWH Treatment/Spencer Group joint venture selected as Preferred Bidder for the Energy Works gasification contract in Hull.