DEFRA FIGURES SHOW DOUBLING IN HOUSEHOLD WASTE RECYCLING OVER 4 YEARS
Defra has released figures indicating that the recycling of household waste has doubled in the last four years. Regional variations show people in the North East recycle the least (16%), whilst residents in the East of England recycle the most (29%).
See: http://www.defra.gov.uk/news/2005/050914a.htm
REPORT ON SINGLE WASTE AUTHORITY FOR LONDON
This study proposes that London has a single waste authority and that the Mayor becomes responsible for waste planning in London. In the Mayor's proposal; the London Single Waste Authority would have responsibility for the management of London's municipal waste, replacing the existing 16 waste disposal authorities in London and would take direct responsibility for the delivery of the Mayor's Municipal Waste Management Strategy.
For the full report, see: http://www.london.gov.uk/mayor/environment/waste/docs/lswa/proposal.pdf
EUROPEAN OUTLOOK REPORT 2005
The European outlook report 2005 assesses the consequences of key socio-economic developments in Europe. The report highlights, amongst other things, key considerations in relation to decoupling waste growth from GDP in EU member states. Construction and Industrial waste streams are expected to continue to be the most significant contributors to waste growth in the EU-15, with about 650 million tonnes per year by 2020. Municipal waste is expected to contribute 250 million tonnes per year.
See: http://reports.eea.eu.int/eea_report_2005_4/en/outlook_web.pdf
ACHIEVING IMPROVEMENTS IN STREET CLEANSING AND RELATED SERVICES
Defra has produced a report in support of its three year Gershon Efficiency Review initiative to improve standards in street cleansing and related services. The report examines how both the efficiency and quality of street cleansing, waste management and street scene services can be monitored and improved. It addresses the challenges associated with cleansing and local environmental quality, and offers strategies and solutions to overcome them.
See: http://www.defra.gov.uk/environment/localenv/pdf/street-clean.pdf
TOOLKIT ON GLASS RECYCLING FOR LICENSED PREMISES
WRAP has launched a toolkit providing guidance on how to successfully establish collections from licensed retail premises. The toolkit is aimed primarily at existing providers of recycling or trade waste services such as waste management companies and local authorities. However, entrepreneurs, community groups and other companies looking to establish a glass recycling collection service will find the toolkit equally beneficial. The toolkit is available from: http://www.wrap.org.uk/materials/glass/processing_collection
/pubglass/pubglasstoolkit
SCOTTISH PLANNING SEMINARS
SEPA are hosting 5 seminars being held across Scotland from the 15 September up to the 29 September. The seminars aim to highlight the planning implications of delivering the national waste plan in Scotland to decision makers within Local Authorities.
For more information or to register for one of the seminars contact either: Katherine Donnachie at SEPA Tel. 01343 547663 E-mail Katherine.donnachie@sepa.org.uk or Martina Gassner at RPS Group Tel. 0131 555 5011 E-mail GassnerM@rpsgroup.com
'DON'T PANIC' COMPOSTING ASSOCIATION: SCOTLAND CONFERENCE
This one day conference will focus on how Anaerobic Digestion and Mechanical Biological Treatment and Composting can meet the organic waste disposal dilemma. The day is packed with top quality speakers, displays, information and networking opportunities. Date: 20 October 2005. Venue: Salutation Hotel, Perth. For full programme details and booking please see www.compost.org.uk or tel: 01382 477675, email: scotland@compost.org.uk
EAST ANGLIAN OPEN MEETING & SITE VISIT WEEE DIRECTIVE
Will be held on 22 September 2005 at Kings Hotel, Grantham, Lincs along with a Site Visit to Environcom Ltd., Invicta Works. For further details visit the CIWM website http://www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/128 or contact Stewart Briggs MCIWM, Honorary Centre Secretary
c/o , 9, Fleming Close, Biddenham, Bedford, MK40 4QZ Tel: 01234 221703 Fax: 01234 221710, E-mail: sbriggs@bedford.gov.uk
CIWM CYMRU WALES GOLF DAY
The first CIWM Cymru Wales Golf Day Event will take place on 28th September, from 12.00 at the "Parc Golf Club", Coedkernew, Newport, SE Wales. The day will consist of a Stableford in teams of four (best two scores per hole). Arrival from 12.00 mid day for bacon rolls and tea/coffee with play commencing from 1pm to 2.30pm. The golf will be followed by a three course evening dinner at 7.15pm and presentation of prizes to follow. The usual standard club rules will apply and we will request that members and guests meet these requirements. (All players must have a handicap).
The individual cost for the event is ~30.00 and closing date for registration is on Friday 16th September. To obtain further information and register, please contact Celine Anouilh celine.anouilh@ciwm.co.uk or telephone 029 2021 0710.
CIWM CYMRU WALES CENTRE OPEN MEETING
Wales Exemplar Local Authorities Progress Report. This meeting will take place on 23 September 2005. Please follow the link for details http://www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/164 or contact Celine Anouilh, Regional Development Officer on 02920 210710.
NORTH WEST CENTRE OPEN MEETING
LATS & EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES meeting on 23 September 2005 at Room Four, Goldborne, North of Warrington. For further details please contact Lawrence Conway at l.conway@southlakeland.gov.uk or following the following link http://www.ciwm.co.uk/pma/1350
NORTH WEST NEW GENERATION GROUP SITE VISIT
There will be a Site Visit to Preston Recycling Ltd, Ribbleton, Preston on Thursday 29th September 2005. The visit will comprise a demonstration of acceptance and booking process for End of Life vehicles, the vehicle de-pollution process, ELV processing requirements & guidelines and observation of de-polluted shells during the final crushing and baling process. The cost is £5 for Members and £7 for non members with no charge for full time students. For further details please contact Sinead Tunney on 0161 351 9356 or email; sinead@gordonmackie.net
SOCIETY FOR THE ENVIRONMENT - GRANDPARENTING DEADLINE 22nd SEPTEMBER
The deadline for applying for registration as a Chartered Environmentalist under the grand-parenting scheme is rapidly approaching. Completed applications for Registration must be received at CIWM Headquarters by noon on Thursday 22 September 2005. After that date a full application will be required, and this will involve a full professional review including an interview. Detailed guidance is available on the Members Area of the Institution website www.ciwm.co.uk , or hard copies of the application forms can be obtained from Karen Wilkins or from Reception at CIWM Headquarters, Tel: 01604 620426.
CIWM PRESIDENT'S GOLF DAY
THURSDAY 13 OCTOBER, 12.00 FOR TEE OFF 1PM ONWARDS
EVENING - PRESIDENT'S DINNER
The 5th annual President's Golf Day will take place on Thursday 13 October. The day will consist of a four-ball Stableford competition, and team and individual competitors are welcome. Entry per team of four is £260 and includes a light lunch and presentation dinner. All proceeds will be donated to the president's charity. Closing date for entries is the 15 September.
To obtain further information and register, please contact Lorina Charkhchi (lorina.charkhchi@ciwm.co.uk or telephone 01604 620426)
CIWM SEMINAR
PROVEN TECHNOLOGIES FROM EUROPE
Hamilton House, Mabledon Place, London, WC1H 9BD
Monday 31 October 2005
This CIWM Seminar aims to uncover what technology is already at the UK's disposal. Experts in their field will provide an overview of the range of technologies available; before existing case studies, from the UK and abroad, elaborate on the deliverability of these facilities and what they can offer in practice.
For the programme and registration details see: http://www.ciwm.co.uk/seminars
CIWM BRIEFING SESSION
UTILISING MBT/MHT FIBRES: ISSUES AND OPPORTUNITIES
Coventry Courtyard
Monday 7 November 2005
This workshop follows up the key questions and issues relating to finding markets for the outputs from MBT processes, which were identified at the earlier sell out Workshops held by CIWM. This latest workshop will seek to address practical applications and identify which options are feasible and which are not. The workshop will be of interest to those who attended the earlier meetings and authorities developing Municipal Waste Strategies.
For the programme and registration details see: http://www.ciwm.co.uk/seminars
CIWM BRIEFING SESSION
YOU ARE READY FOR A VISIT AREN'T YOU?
Cheltenham & Gloucester MoatHouse
Monday 14 November 2005
The Collection, Recycling and Environmental Cleansing Special Interest Group are holding a briefing session on 14 November 2005 on health and safety. The session will cover a summary of the HSE's work programme for the waste management industry and management systems in place in anticipation of a HSE inspection. Street Scene is an important aspect of the new Cleaner Safer Greener agenda and so health and safety for drug related litter will be a key issue. Collection and recycling health and safety and what lessons can be learnt from a fatality, to prevent further incidents will also be discussed.
For the programme and registration details see: http://www.ciwm.co.uk/seminars
THE COMPOSTING ASSOCIATION 10TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITION
National Motorcycle Museum in Solihull, West Midlands.
Wednesday 30 November and Thursday 1 December 2005
For more information on this essential forum for composting industry professionals please contact the Events Department at IWM Business Services Ltd on 01604 620426, email events@ciwm.co.uk. If you are interested in exhibiting at the UK's leading event for the biological treatment industry, please contact Jenni Harris at The Composting Association on 08701 603278 or email jenni@compost.org.uk
The Composting Association's 10th Anniversary Annual Gala Awards Dinner will take place on the evening of Wednesday 30 November at the Windmill Village Hotel, Coventry. For further information on how to book tickets then please contact The Events Department at IWM Business Services Ltd on 01604 620426 or email events@ciwm.co.uk
WASTE SYMPOSIUM 2006 CALL FOR PAPERS
The Chartered Institution of Wastes Management together with the University of Sheffield is inviting contributions to the 5th Annual Symposium on Waste Treatment Technologies which will run alongside CIWM 2006.
The symposium will provide a forum for discussion and development of a broadly based and common sense approach to more effective and sustainable integrated waste management systems. See www.ciwm.co.uk/pma/2093 Abstracts are welcomed on various waste treatment technologies, to view the subject areas and what is required within the abstract see http://www.ciwm.co.uk/pma/2092. Abstracts are due by 30 September 2005.
EVENTFUL SCOTLAND WASTE MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE
The Annual Scottish Waste Conference, Exhibition and Awards Dinner are being held in the Glasgow Hilton on the 4 and 5 October 2005. The conference provides a major opportunity to hear about and debate some of the major issues being faced in Scotland. For further details about the conference and the awards see
www.eventful-scotland.org.uk/conferenceKnocking_Down_the_Barriers.htm
SARDINIA 2005 CONFERENCE
The biannual International Waste Management and Landfill Symposium programme taking place in Sardinia in October has finalised its conference programme. To see the full conference programme and to register see www.sardiniasymposium.it As members of the CIWM, who are promoting the event, you can qualify for a discount of the conference fee.
