Waste

Defra publishes consultation on proposals to ban microbeads from cosmetics and personal care products

Rubbish from this weekend's carnival is expected to generate 97,200 kWh of low carbon electricity

Scientists have used a milk-based protein to create an edible plastic film that could replace plastic wrap for food packaging

Firm sets aside £70m as it moves to back away from six existing energy from waste contracts citing "unique challenges" in the sector

New law will cut red tape and offer tax incentives to encourage restaurants and businesses to donate waste food

Food supply chain business secures off-grid status thanks to large-scale AD plant

Environmental Services Association sets out new vision for UK waste strategy, as Chartered Institution of Wastes Management (CIWM) announces Dr Colin Church to take up post as new chief executive

Shoppers are expected to take home six billion fewer plastic bags this year, early government data reveals

Bank commits £30m as part of £300m debt deal for Kemsley combined heat and power plant, as Business Secretary Greg Clark welcomes project's emissions-cutting potential

Company to unveil coffee cup designed to be recycled using standard recycling streams, as Starbucks confirms it will trial new cup