Waste

New €1.29m programme to back five innovative projects designed to tackle textile waste

Ban on sale of products containing plastic microbeads comes into force across England and Scotland

Aldersgate Group report urges government to set clearer waste targets and introduce new recycling incentives

Plastic policy guide from UK waste sector groups highlights complexity of issue, but argues recycling plastics rather than eradicating their use can bring multiple benefits

AECOM's Robert Spencer offers some handy tips on clearing on plastic clutter from the office environment

New report calls on government to use upcoming Waste and Resources Strategy to tackle eWaste and incentivise circular economy models

Energy Industries Council's Richard Vale thinks change is coming for the energy from waste sector

Burger King and Canadian burger outfit A&W Canada both announce straw ban to mark World Oceans Day

Wine and spirits maker ends production of point of sale materials that include virgin plastic or single use plastic

Renewi and PeelPioneers announce partnership to turn citrus peel into high value essential oils and animal feed