How should we align EPR for textiles between countries? New Ellen MacArthur Foundation report proposes harmonised features of producer responsibility schemes to improve impacts in complex post-consumer supply chains. Read more ⬇️ buff.ly/3zCwQ4F

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Vecoplan launches VVB Wood Pre Breaker: A versatile primary crusher for efficient waste wood processing. Handles diverse materials, high throughput, customisable output. Ideal for wood recycling and biomass. buff.ly/3SdxuMr

News | Avanti West Coast says introduction of Waste Segregation Officers at four train stations has boosted recycling. Could this pave the way for all large stations in the UK? Read more ⬇️ buff.ly/3ycNcAz

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News | Former EAC Chair Mary Creagh CBE MP, recently appointed Minister for Nature at Defra UK, has been confirmed as minister responsible for circular economy. Read more ⬇️ buff.ly/3LAU39R

NEWS | Jen Graham - aka Charity Shop Girl - features in latest Salvation Army Sustainable Fashion Podcast, The Sustainable Conversation. Read more about the podcast series and its guests here: buff.ly/4d5W7mb

Comment | Wales leads the way when in recycling, but what's next? Gwen Frost, Director at Resource Futures explores how investing in reuse and repair can contribute as the country aims to hit its 70% target. Read more ⬇️ buff.ly/4cTtuJg

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News | @WRAP_cymru launches a consultation of Welsh residents, businesses and organisations on reuse and repair culture. Read more ⬇️ buff.ly/3WlUolX

News | LARAC raises concern about financial burden on local government from proposed inclusion of emissions from incineration in the UK emission trading scheme from 2028. Read more ⬇️ buff.ly/4c0FIP3

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News | Recycle Your Electricals publishes campaign toolkit for local authorities, retailers, schools and community projects to support 'The Great Cable Challenge' in October Read more ⬇️ buff.ly/3WK4uhW

News | Environment Agency says it has intensified crackdown on fraudulent claims for Packaging Export Recovery Notes, with a four fold increase in enforcement officers Read more ⬇️ buff.ly/3LPtDRU

News | FCC Environment and Carbios sign agreement to licence technology with aims of developing UK biorecycling plant to process hard-to-recycle plastics Read more ⬇️ buff.ly/4d8twgz

EC research sets out a path for standardising how waste data is collected and reported by member states. Notably proposing an electronic waste register that includes contamination levels of material entering and leaving sorting plants. Read more ⬇️ buff.ly/3YLZuuv

News | Defra UK has published illustrative material fees for packaging EPR, which has been welcomed for providing clarity to producers ahead of the scheme start next April. Read more ⬇️ buff.ly/3YN0iPQ

Reuse of critical raw materials key to UK energy security says Green Alliance. Government needs to step up efforts to support domestic capacity for transition to renewable energy. Read more ⬇️ buff.ly/46S4TCw

EcoClarity's technology separates fats, oils & grease from wastewater, turning a major sewer problem into biodiesel fuel. 98% oil concentration achieved, powering trucks that collect the waste. Read more ⬇️ buff.ly/4dPd7gE