Researchers at the University of Leeds are to join forces with WRAP and Zero Waste Scotland for a new research project that will examine food waste patterns from during and after lockdown periods.
The latest report from the British Plastics Federation identifies out what the UK needs to achieve to reduce dependence on exporting plastic waste for recycling
40 per cent of South Staffordshire Council’s waste and recycling staff cannot work due to Covid-19, causing delays and disruption to the collection schedule
Newcastle City Council is taking the opportunity to remind residents about correct disposal techniques for batteries and waste electricals, which are believed to have caused the fires at Walbottle HWRC
The Waste Industry Safety and Health Forum (WISH) has found that no workplace outbreaks have occurred through the handling of waste, as published in the latest safety guidance
With mandatory food waste collections now on the horizon decisions need to be made about collection and treatment. WRM Director Ben Brown considers what this means for the coming year
New research by consultancy Sancroft finds biodegradable liners to be best economic and environmental option for food waste collections sent to anaerobic digestion facilities
Four UK-based innovation and research projects have been awarded £500,000 of funding from the Ecosurety Exploration Fund, giving the waste and recycling sector a boost on its path to a circular economy
