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Reconomy releases framework to ‘restructure’ waste sector Reconomy has launched a framework that is aimed at supporting the new government in “restructuring” the waste industry https://lnkd.in/e5KzUV3t

For every ton of municipal solid waste processed at waste-to-energy (WtE) facilities, greenhouse gas emissions are reduced by approximately one ton. WtE plants provide a safe waste disposal option that complements (not replaces) recycling. https://lnkd.in/em3WTn8X

When are we going to start telling the public the truth? We are generally crap at recycling! If the public really don't want more incinerators, then they need to get much better at using their bin system properly. I know this article https://lnkd.in/egV42MFm applies to England, but in Scotland over 80% of what is the residual bin could be in recycling bins (England figures are similar!).

The National color-coding system All #Kenyans will soon need to separate their waste into color-coded bins. National Environment Management Authority - KE (NEMA) is set to implement the National color-coding system which proposes the use of color-coded bins in the #segregation of non-hazardous waste into organic and inorganic fraction. This is according to section 12 of the Sustainable Waste Management Act which “requires the cabinet secretary in consultation with the Authority and County Governments to Gazette the National Color-Coding System for Waste Management. ” NEMA has invited the public to give their views on the proposed color-coding system on or before August 16, 2024. This comes after the July 8 enforcement of 100% #biodegradable garbage bags for organic waste, with a 90-day compliance window. While this initiative is crucial for sustainable waste management, key questions remain: 1. Has NEMA provided the necessary resources (bins) for waste segregation? 2. Is public education on waste management and importance of waste segregation sufficient? 3. Are there more pressing issues, like illegal sewage disposal, that need attention? 4. Has the public fully embraced the transition to biodegradable garbage bags? ♻️ What are your thoughts on this? Have you used the color coded bins before? Comment below 👇 #NEMA #WasteManagement #Sustainability

We're proud to collaborate with various partners to responsibly manage tyre waste and reduce our environmental footprint. Since the maintenance and construction of the Hawke’s Bay State Highway network began in 2021, Higgins Hawke’s Bay NOC and Branch have been collecting abandoned tyres and stockpiling them at their depot. Some of these tyres have been repurposed for retaining walls and building loading banks. They partnered with Waste Management to process the tyres into Tyre Derived Fuel, which was then sent to Golden Bay Cement for use in cement production. Additionally, tyres were sent to Carter’s for retreading to extend their life, while unusable ones were broken down by their pyrolysis plant for manufacturing new tyres. Through these efforts, Higgins diverted 1,886 used tyres in 2021, saving the equivalent of 61,680 litres of oil, 51,400 litres of natural resources, and reducing CO2e emissions by 38 tonnes. In the last financial year, we diverted 560 used tyres for retreading and recycled 508 used tyres, saving 33,600 litres of oil, 28,000 litres of natural resources, and reducing CO2e emissions by 20 tonnes.

Local shires and local councils are facing increasing pressure to not just improve waste management systems, but also higher accountability to produce accurate reporting, In this article, we explore key statistics related to waste and recycling in Australia, the regulations that govern waste reporting, and how companies like Cooee Data can assist organizations in navigating these requirements. https://lnkd.in/gpWSpF-j #cooee #cooeedata #waste #recycling #statistics #wastemangement #accuratereporting ASK Waste Management Giles Perryman

Polluter pays... Does this need to be applied more broadly? Many are of the opinion that local councils need to be given more support in order to be more effective at waste management. This paper makes a strong case for it.

Garwood International has tailor-made waste compactors for customer needs for the past 40 years. Its latest project answers the call for lower emissions, fuel security and reduced traffic noise. We take a closer look at how the company is helping to deliver the next generation of waste vehicles. https://lnkd.in/gzjDQEmh Garwood International Waste Contractors and Recyclers Association NSW & ACT (WCRA) Victorian Waste Management Association (VWMA) National Waste & Recycling Industry Council Local Government Association

In the solid waste industry, consumer attention often gravitates toward the endpoints of disposal such as landfilling, recycling, composting and waste-to-energy. However, the industry primarily focuses on transporting materials from the point of collection to these disposal endpoints. This crucial aspect of resource management predominantly relies on the drivers of refuse collection vehicles, thus forming the backbone of the industry. Despite the pivotal role of fleet management in the waste industry, there has been a notable gap in comprehensive studies examining its broader implications, particularly in terms of the number of trucks on the road and their operational practices. This gap is where the Environmental Research & Education Foundation steps in with its "Waste Collection Vehicle Fleet Management" study. Read more in WasteRecycling magazine: https://lnkd.in/gBpGxyGu