MUNICIPAL WASTE SENT TO LANDFILL FALLS
Statistics released by DEFRA show that the proportion of municipal waste sent to landfill fell to 75%. More encouragingly it is the first time in recent years that the actual tonnage of municipal waste being sent to landfill has decreased. The statistics show that the production of municipal waste continues to increase and England has now achieved a recycling rate of 14.5% for municipal waste.
See www.defra.gov.uk/environment/statistics/wastats/bulletin/index.htm
DEFRA NEW TECHNOLOGIES PROGRAMME SEMINARS
A series of free seminars are being held providing advice on new technologies for the management of biodegradable wastes. Following recommendations by the Strategy Unit, DEFRA have developed a comprehensive package of advice, information and support to local authorities and their stakeholders to help overcome the barriers to the successful development and take-up of new waste management technologies in England.
To book a place at one of 9 free seminars see www.enviros.com/wastetech/registration.asp
MATERIALS PRICING REPORT
WRAP has released a report to help those who collect recyclable materials access the most up to date information on the prices of various grades of recyclable materials. The report will be provided free to those who in return submit information on the sale of their own recyclables which will help to ensure the price information remains up to date.
See www.wrap.org.uk/mpr/
ESA PLANNING STATEMENT
ESA is launching a Statement on Land-use Planning. Entitled: Land-use Planning for Sustainable Waste Management: How the UK can become more resource efficient, the document sets out key land-use planning issues at national, regional and local levels and suggests how they can be addressed to achieve more sustainable use of resources. The Statement will be available on ESA's website: www.esauk.org
SEPA CONFIRM NO HAZARDOUS WASTE LANDFILLS IN SCOTLAND
SEPA has confirmed that following the ban on co-disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous wastes as of July 16th 2004, there will be no landfills in Scotland capable of taking special wastes.
See www.sepa.org.uk/contaminated-land/remediation/change.htm
Meanwhile the Environment Agency has stated it will be writing to the major waste management companies seeking to agree the use of stable non-reactive hazardous waste cells as a key part of the solution for the management of hazardous wastes. 28 applications have been received to operate such cells. See www.environment-agency.gov.uk/news/765524?lang=_e(R)ion=&projectstatus=&theme=&subject=&searchfor=&topic=&area=&month=
SALARIES SURVEY 2004
For a long time CIWM members have been asking that we run a salaries survey. In response to these requests we are happy to announce that the Wastes Management Salaries Survey 2004 has been launched. This is your opportunity to help get a handle on what you're worth and the results are scheduled to appear in the May issue of Wastes Management. Completing the confidential questionnaire will take just a few moments and we ask that
you respond by clicking on the link below.
See www.zoomerang.com/recipient/survey-intro.zgi?p=WEB2G3RFFSYA
A STEP CHANGE IN LANDFILL GAS MANAGEMENT
The CIWM will be holding a seminar on new developments in the management of landfill gas on the 27 May at Cranfield University. This event will examine the implications of new guidance from the UK regulators following the release of 7 consultation documents issued earlier this year. It will also use the opportunity to look at other issues and new research impacting upon landfill gas management and allow delegates with plenty of opportunity for discussing the future of landfill gas management. For further details of the seminar contact events@ciwm.co.uk
LOCAL AUTHORITIES BRIEFING SESSION - LIMITED SPACES LEFT
This briefing session for local authorities and others with an interest will be held on 10 May at CIWM HQ in Northampton and will include Household Waste Recycling Centres and their connection with hazardous waste. The fly-tipping consultations that are out and due to close on 14 May will be discussed; waste charging on the Isle of Man and anti-social behaviour legislation will also be examined. For more details contact technical@ciwm.co.uk. Places are limited to 45, book now to ensure you can get a space!
CIWM ANNUAL CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION 2004
The largest international wastes management conference and exhibition by the Chartered Institution of Wastes Management (CIWM), from 15th - 18th June, in Torbay, Devon, UK. Participate in debating the following topics with key industry professionals; Waste as a resource, hazardous waste, landfill, producer responsibility, street environment, thermal treatment, zero waste, kerbside, alternative technologies, planning, healthcare wastes, wastes strategies, public attitudes and awareness, waste producers day. In addition, visit over 350 leading manufacturers and service providers promoting an extensive range of the latest waste management products and new concepts, in a warm, relaxing, networking atmosphere. See www.ciwm.co.uk/events
ESA LAND USE PLANNING CONFERENCE
ESA is holding a conference on Land-Use Planning. Entitled Land-use Planning: New Framework, New Challenges, the event provides delegates with an opportunity to contribute to the Government's review of PPS10. Amongst the themes that will be covered are: the future for BPEO, coordinating municipal waste strategies and Waste Local Development Frameworks, the implementation of regional waste strategies, minimising duplication between the planning and environmental protection regimes and avoiding judicial review. In addition, there will be an overview of the requirements of the Strategic Environment Assessment Directive. For more details of the event to be held on 1st July contact w-laramee@esauk.org.
EXPORT NEWS
Export leads provided in this section are forwarded from TradeUK, which is the Department of Trade & Industry's Internet based export service for UK companies. It uses the global network of British Embassies and Consulates to source and deliver by e-mail export sales opportunities direct to desktops. The TradeUK website (www.tradeuk.com) also contains an archive database of all the export sales leads, enabling companies to conduct independent searches for export leads for their products and services.
26-APR-04:Tenders and Public Sector Opportunities:JAMAICA
CONSULTING SERVICES FOR SHIP GENERATED WASTE RECEPTION FACILITY
http://www.tradeuk.com/1/plsql/a_s.main?n=96208653&c=75542&s=TradeArea
27-APR-04:Specific Private Sector Opportunities:BRAZIL
MACHINERY FOR TYRE RECYCLING SUCH AS SHREDDERS, CHOPPERS, CRACKER MILLS...
http://www.tradeuk.com/1/plsql/a_s.main?n=96208701&c=75542&s=TradeArea
28-APR-04:Tenders and Public Sector Opportunities:GREECE
GARBAGE COLLECTION TRUCKS, ROAD SWEEPERS, GARBAGE CONTAINER PICK-UPS, ETC
http://www.tradeuk.com/1/plsql/a_s.main?n=96208843&c=75542&s=TradeArea
29-APR-04:Tenders and Public Sector Opportunities:PHILIPPINES
THE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF A SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITY
http://www.tradeuk.com/1/plsql/a_s.main?n=96208894&c=75542&s=TradeArea
CIWM & ESA TRAINING
May Courses
The Management of Refuse Collection & Kerbside Recycling - 11th & 12th May - Northampton
Introduction to Waste Legislation - 18th May - Northampton
Duty of Care - 19th May - Northampton
The Management of Healthcare Wastes - 25th & 26th May - Northampton
An Introduction to the Management of Wastes - 25th - 27th May - Midlands
PPC for Landfill - Managing the Re-Permitting Process ~ 27th May - Northampton
June & July Courses
Special Waste/Hazardous Waste Regulations - 24th June - Northampton
Practical Waste Management - 29th June - 1st July - Midlands
Industrial Hazardous Wastes Management - 30th June - 1st July - Northampton
To book or for further information on the above training courses, please visit our web site on www.ciwm.co.uk You can also email us at training@ciwm.co.uk or call the training department on 01604 620426.
