Consultation launches on most comprehensive Net Zero Transition Plan for the resources and waste sector

As an essential service provider to the UK economy, the resources and waste sector represents 6% of the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions. It collects, sorts, treats, recovers value from and safely disposes the materials from households, businesses and public services – keeping the streets clean, protecting public health, and enabling thriving local economies and environments.  But the sector is at the mercy of what enters the waste stream and emissions are a resultant mix, warns a consortium of key industry bodies that is setting out a practical sector plan towards…

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New fund launched to support circular economy innovators

A new fund has been launched by the Chartered Institution of Wastes Management (CIWM) to give circular economy innovators the opportunity to fast-track their ambitions and grow their business through fully funded brand communications, marketing and design support. The Circular Economy Innovators Fund is the first of its kind and will see up to six businesses awarded tailored support to the value of £10,000 each to build on their marcomms strategy. Aimed at small and micro businesses based in the UK and Republic of Ireland, CIWM is looking for emerging…

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