Unveiling International E-Waste Day 2024 - resource.co
Sep 20, 2024 · According to the latest UN Global E-waste Monitor published earlier this year, e-waste has grown globally 5 times faster than formal recycling collection rates since 2010. Nearly 62 billion kg of e-waste was generated globally in 2022 -- that's a staggering 1.55 million trucks filled with e-waste lined up bumper to bumper along the Earth's equator.
Government lays Packaging EPR Regulations before Parliament
The UK Government has laid the Producer Responsibility Obligations (Packaging and Packaging Waste) Regulations 2024 before Parliament on 24 October, marking a key milestone in the implementation of extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging.
NASA launches LunaRecycle Challenge - resource.co
Oct 17, 2024 · NASA has launched the LunaRecycle Challenge, a competition hoping to find sustainable solutions to reduce waste and improve recycling on extended lunar missions.. Although cash prizes are unavailable to foreign nationals and teams, the challenge is open to global participation, offering an opportunity for international collaboration in space …
Cement Recycling: Paving the Way for a Circular Economy in …
Oct 17, 2024 · Cemex Ventures' Ibon Iribar calls for investment in cement recycling to drive a circular economy and reduce CO2 emissions in construction.
How AI recycling technology can transform the circular economy
Nov 15, 2023 · The implementation of AI recycling technology within waste management systems has a central role to play in improving the accuracy of data reporting, equipping plant managers with the insights they need to take control of their operations and make proactive decisions.
Government sets out legislation for Simpler Recycling - Resource.co
May 16, 2024 · The UK Government has today (16 May) published the Environment Act 2021 (Commencement No. 9 and Transitional Provisions) Regulations 2024, which establishes the legislation to simplify and standardise recycling practices across England.This Statutory Instrument brings into force several provisions of the Environment Act 2021, focusing on waste separation and collection requirements for both ...
Recycled plastics partnership aims to drive electric vehicle circularity
Dec 5, 2024 · Swedish electric vehicle manufacturer, Polestar, has signed an agreement with plastics recycler MBA Polymers UK that looks to integrate more recycled plastics into the interior parts of luxury vehicles.
Defra announces plan for Circular Economy Taskforce
Sep 13, 2024 · The UK Government has announced the establishment of a Circular Economy Taskforce, bringing together experts from across government, industry, academia, and non-governmental organisations (NGOs).
Six takeaways from the INC-5 summit on plastic pollution
Dec 5, 2024 · The recently concluded Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5) in Busan has adjourned without finalising a treaty on plastic pollution, despite hopes for a solution to the growing crisis of plastic waste and ocean pollution.. Here are six key takeaways from the summit: 1. Negotiations to continue in 2025. Despite not reaching enough consensus to form a finalised treaty, the meeting ...
Enfinium begins UK's first carbon capture pilot at EfW site
Sep 16, 2024 · Enfinium has launched the UK's first carbon capture pilot at an energy from waste facility, commencing a 12-month trial at its Ferrybridge-1 site in Knottingley, West Yorkshire.