Sustainable Waste Strategies at COP29 COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, concluded with a powerful emphasis on the urgent need for sustainable waste strategies as a critical tool in addressing the climate crisis. The International Solid Waste Association (ISWA) used the summit as a platform to call for nations to embed sustainable…

Viridor, one of the UK’s largest recycling companies, recently announced the planned closure of its mechanical recycling facility in Avonmouth, citing prolonged market pressures and disappointing demand for recycled materials. In a statement, Viridor attributed the decision to what it called “persistently challenging” market conditions and delayed policy support for…

A recent study published in Nature has provided a first-of-its-kind global inventory of macroplastic pollution, offering a much-needed foundation for international discussions on plastic waste. The research, conducted by Joshua Cottom, Ed Cook, and Costas Velis from the University of Leeds, reveals that approximately 52.1 million tonnes of plastic waste…

The Climate Change Committee (CCC) has issued a stark warning: the UK’s waste sector is significantly off course in its efforts to meet the 2030 climate targets. Despite some progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions since 1990, the sector remains a critical weak point in the nation’s broader climate strategy.…

In December 2018, the UK Government launched the Resources and Waste Strategy (RWS), an ambitious plan aimed at transforming the way resources and waste are managed across England. The strategy was part of a broader push towards a circular economy, a model that seeks to minimise waste and make the…

In recent years, the waste export industry has faced significant challenges due to an alarming increase in fraudulent activities. The Environment Agency (EA) has reported a rise in the scale and complexity of such fraud, which poses severe economic and environmental threats. As these illegal practices persist, the need for…

In the waste and recycling industry, managing logistics can be complex and time-consuming. WasteTrade’s comprehensive logistics platform is designed to simplify your transport operations, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and cost-effectiveness. Here’s how our platform can make your life easier. Understanding Your Needs with WasteTrade One of the most crucial steps in…

As the world grapples with an ever-growing waste crisis, the need for circular waste management practices has never been more urgent. The study “The Crucial Role of Circular Waste Management Systems in Cutting Waste Leakage into Aquatic Environments” by Gómez-Sanabria, A., and Lindl, F., published in Nature Communications, sheds light…

A Turning Point for Scotland The Scottish Parliament has made a significant stride towards sustainability by passing the Circular Economy (Scotland) Bill unanimously on 26 June 2024. This groundbreaking legislation, introduced by Gillian Martin, Minister for Climate Action, aims to transform waste management practices across Scotland, promoting a circular economy…