EU Parliament passes revisions to the overarching Waste Framework Directive, adding amendments to promote use of ‘ugly’ fruit and vegetables and extending textiles legislation to cover online sales

MRF robotics company Glacier has raised $7.7m in funding from Amazon and other investors to refine AI-enabled sorting technology able to identify ‘novel packaging materials’.

Waste and recycling firms are being urged to check whether they are meeting their legal duties for storing and processing waste wood under RPS 291 as the Environment Agency starts to actively check compliance.

The European Council and Parliament provisionally have agreed to update rules for recycling and reuse of packaging.

Partnership implements artificial intelligence and blockchain technology to improve transparency of the recycling process

Louise Grantham, REPIC Chief Executive, says one-size-fits-all approach might not be the answer

New approach accompanies publication of KBT’s ‘A Guide to Improve Public Understanding of Waste Prevention’

Upgrade to pulping and screening equipment will improve separation of plastic contamination

Molson Coors will collaborate with the not-for-profit programme to raise awareness of the importance of recycling drink cans at events and festivals.

Industry stakeholders and politicians highlight role of biodegradable materials at Westminster event