Dr Stuart McLanaghan of environmental consultancy Eden 21 argues for a new resource hierarchy, explaining why we need new metrics for resource use.

Simon Weston, Director of Raw Materials at the Confederation of Paper Industries, delves in to the recyclate quality debate.

Catia Bastioli, Novamont CEO, argues that we must take more of a systematic approach to industrial policy, and take better care of our soil, the forgotten non-renewable resource.

Resource media catches up with Stephen Gee, Director of the Resource Event, and discussses how businesses can bring about the circular economy.

The Insider dishes the dirt on rubbish European policy

Frank Smith argues that to really tap into the ‘waste as a resource’ revolution, local authorities need to become more business-savvy

Defra has launched another consultation seeking to clarify the definition of ‘portable batteries’ and end the UK’s overreliance on lead-acid batteries in meeting EU targets.

Iain Gulland, Chief Executive of Zero Waste Scotland, reflects on the country's work on the circular economy and the need to marry thought and deed.

Chris Dow, CEO of Closed Loop Recycling, touches on how oil prices are affecting the recycled plastics industry and reveals his wish list for 2015.

Richard Hands, Chief Executive of the Alliance for Beverage Cartons and the Environment (ACE) UK, outlines why renewable materials should be an equally-important part of the circular economy debate.