Reuse

Wales: Leading the recycling world?
Wales: Leading the recycling world?

Wales has been recognised as one of the world’s leading recyclers, coming first amongst UK nations, second in Europe and third globally, according to its own reported statistics. The path to this achievement is remarkable, but of even greater interest will be the future of such a small nation in maintaining its leadership role – and in doing so, developing new pathways for materials recovery and new concepts for old products.

World’s first used-plastic bicycle path launched in the Netherlands
World’s first used-plastic bicycle path launched in the Netherlands

Dutch cyclists are using the world’s first bicycle path made of 100 per cent reused plastic, in an attempt to reduce plastic pollution.

Waitrose to eliminate single-use plastic bags by spring 2019
Waitrose to eliminate single-use plastic bags by spring 2019

Supermarket chain Waitrose has announced plans to replace single-use plastics bags in all its stores with reusable or biodegradable alternatives.

SUEZ outlines key principles for effective UK EPR regime
SUEZ outlines key principles for effective UK EPR regime
By
Rob Cole
| 14 September 2018 |
Waste management company SUEZ recycling and recovery UK has released a report detailing 10 fundamental principles for an effective extended producer responsibility regime for the UK.
Major UK mattress recycling company reports a 20 percent increase in revenue
TFR Group reports 20 percent increase in revenue
By
Kate Nicholson
| 4 September 2018 |
The Furniture Recycling Group has announced an increase in revenue following new deals with retailers as it tackles the issue of difficult to recycle materials and rising landfills.
Eunomia to run first conference deposit return scheme at RWM 2018
Eunomia to run first conference deposit return scheme at RWM 2018
By
Rob Cole
| 3 September 2018 |
Environmental consultancy Eunomia Research and Consulting will be running the first ever conference deposit return scheme for coffee cups at this year’s RWM show in Birmingham, in partnership with NEC catering arm Amadeus.
Majority of Britons concerned about plastic as Zero Waste Week begins
Majority of Britons concerned about plastic as Zero Waste Week begins
By
Rob Cole
| 3 September 2018 |
Four out of five Britons are concerned about rising levels of single-use plastic consumption in the UK, according to a new poll, as this year’s Zero Waste Week focuses on the issue of disposable plastics.
New drinking water fountains in London support Refill revolution
New drinking water fountains in London support Refill revolution
By
Kate Nicholson
| 29 August 2018 |
In the fight against single-use plastic, the Mayor of London and the #OneLess campaign are adding fuel the Refill revolution by introducing new drinking water fountains across London.
London pledges to reduce landfill waste by 50 per cent by 2030
London pledges to reduce landfill waste by 50 per cent by 2030
By
Kate Nicholson
| 28 August 2018 |
London joins 23 cities in pledge to cut waste sent to landfill by 50 per cent and waste per capita by 15 per cent by 2030.
Bike-share companies accused of creating e-waste mountains
Bike-share companies accused of creating e-waste mountains
By
Kate Dickinson
| 10 August 2018 |
The Basel Action Network has called for app-based bike hire companies to ensure they have proper recycling policies in place after bikes were found dumped in China and the USA.
Thames Water unveils pop-up refill points at Countryfile Live
Thames Water unveils pop-up refill points at Countryfile Live
By
Rob Cole
| 9 August 2018 |
The water company debuted its new pop-up water bottle refill stations at Blenheim Palace for BBC Countryfile Live in a bid to get people to reduce their single-use plastic waste.
Zero Waste Scotland’s Circular Economy Hotspot to highlight progressive circular businesses
By
Gethin Roberts
| 31 July 2018 |
The international three day event held in Glasgow will feature sessions run by experts, along with sector-specific tours displaying the innovative work being done by Scottish businesses to become more circular.
Public input wanted for Scotland’s deposit return scheme
By
Gethin Roberts
| 25 July 2018 |
Zero Waste Scotland is running a series of nationwide public engagement events giving details on potential schemes and seeking feedback from Scottish citizens. 
Future of Welsh circular economy to be discussed at Cardiff seminar
By
Gethin Roberts
| 18 July 2018 |
The seminar will focus on the next steps in Wales’ Towards Zero Waste strategy.
Nottingham Trent University leads £6.4m circular economy project
Nottingham Trent University leads £6.4m circular economy project
By
Gethin Roberts
| 17 July 2018 |
The scheme is looking to develop a circular economy approach for everyday products and services.
Reuse next step in Welsh zero waste strategy
Reuse next step in Welsh zero waste strategy
By
Kate Dickinson
| 17 July 2018 |
Launched at the opening of a new reuse hub in Pembrokeshire, a report from WRAP Cymru sets out how an increased focus on reuse will help Wales achieve its zero waste goals.
China and EU sign memorandum of understanding on circular economy
By
Gethin Roberts
| 17 July 2018 |
The world’s two largest economies transitioning to circular economy practices could accelerate the adoption of these practices on a global scale.
Starbucks announces nationwide five pence coffee cup charge
By
Gethin Roberts
| 10 July 2018 |
The coffee chain will introduce a five pence paper cup charge across all 950 UK stores later this month to encourage the use of reusable cups.
OECD report urges governments to crack down on WEEE free-riding
OECD report urges governments to crack down on WEEE free-riding
By
Rob Cole
| 6 July 2018 |
A new report from the OECD has urged governments to get serious about the issues of free-riding by online retailers of electronics who don’t adhere to waste compliance obligations.
This summer’s festivals: Don’t get wasted
This summer’s festivals: Don’t get wasted
By
Gethin Roberts
| 5 July 2018 |
Resource takes a look at some of the initiatives UK festivals are pushing this year in a bid to tackle the huge amounts of waste created by summer events annually. 
Walk for WasteAid 2018 raises over £10k
Walk for WasteAid 2018 raises over £10k
By
Rob Cole
| 26 June 2018 |
Walk for WasteAid 2018, a charity event to raise funds for waste management charity WasteAid, raised more than £10,000 for projects in developing countries.
Gatwick first airport to win ‘Zero Waste to Landfill’ accreditation
By
Gethin Roberts
| 26 June 2018 |
As Gatwick publishes its annual Decade of Change sustainability report, the Carbon Trust has praised the airport for its successful diversion of non-hazardous waste streams from landfill.
London’s first Circular Economy Week promotes sustainable business opportunities
London’s first Circular Economy Week promotes sustainable business opportunities
By
Rob Cole
| 25 June 2018 |
Last week saw the first ever Circular Economy Week take place in London, encouraging businesses, social enterprises and residents to find out what they can do to aid the city’s transition towards a more circular, resilient and resource-efficient economy.