Posts Tagged ‘George Kiernan’

The picturesque landscapes of Scotland are at the forefront of a significant environmental and economic standoff, as Biffa, a leading waste management company, gears up for a landmark £100m lawsuit against the Scottish parliament. This contention stems from the complexities and delays associated with Scotland’s ambitious deposit return scheme (DRS), highlighting the challenges of marrying…

The Spring Budget announcement by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has sent ripples across the waste management sector, with a substantial landfill tax increase signalling a shift in the government’s approach towards sustainable waste management. The Spring Budget’s update heralds a critical juncture for environmental management and sustainability, highlighting the government’s commitment to greener practices and the…

Recent findings from a YouGov survey, commissioned by the Local Government Association (LGA), have brought to light a significant public outcry against the overuse of packaging

In a world increasingly concerned about climate change and environmental sustainability, the spotlight is fixed firmly on the impact of plastic on our planet.

As we wrap up an extraordinary year, we’d like to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to all our suppliers, customers, hauliers, and everyone who has worked tirelessly with us in our mission to transition to a more sustainable, circular economy.

In a significant move towards environmental sustainability, Wales is set to implement new mandatory workplace recycling regulations requiring businesses to segregate recyclable materials in a manner similar to existing household practices.

Wales is set to make significant strides in the domain of plastic recycling as plans to unveil a £45m facility in Swansea take shape.

The UK government has unveiled ambitious plans aimed at advancing the adoption of a circular economy approach, which is geared towards promoting resourcefulness and an uptick in repair, reuse, and recycling activities.

New research by Gousto reveals that 72% of respondents in the UK admit to household waste in recycling bins without being certain that it is actually recyclable. Moreover, 71% of those surveyed find packaging labels and recycling guidelines confusing, with 45% often unsure about what can and cannot be recycled from household waste. As a result, 65% of respondents expressed a desire for recycling to be made simpler.

England is grappling with a significant waste crime problem. Recent findings from the Environment Agency (EA) indicate that nearly a fifth of all waste in the country, totalling approximately 34 million tonnes, is handled illegally every year. This constitutes a diverse range of illicit activities, including dumping, burning, illegal shipping, the false representation of waste, and the operation of unlawful waste sites.