HAZARDOUS WASTE: CONSULTATION ON CHANGES TO THE WASTE MANAGEMENT LICENSING EXEMPTIONS
Defra has issued a consultation on changes to existing waste management licensing exemptions involving hazardous waste. The proposed revised exemptions cover the management of a range of hazardous wastes from solvents and treated wood to paint and medical waste. They include additional requirements on the storage of hazardous wastes, which include improved storage conditions and monitoring procedures. In other cases exemptions have been streamlined or removed. The changes are proposed for England and Wales. Similar changes to the waste management licensing exemptions relating to hazardous waste in Scotland are being considered, and will be the subject of a separate consultation. To submit comments for inclusion in CIWM’s response, please email michael.day@ciwm.co.uk by the 9 December 2005.
See: http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/hazwaste/index.htm
GUIDANCE ON THE LANDFILL ALLOWANCES SCHEMES: MUNICIPAL WASTE
Defra has produced guidance intending to clarify the approach of Defra and the Welsh Assembly Government (WAG) to the waste which authorities have to report for the purposes of the Landfill Allowance Trading Scheme in England and the Landfill Allowance Scheme in Wales.
See: http://www.defra.gov.uk/environment/waste/localauth/lats/pdf/lats-municipalwasteguidance.pdf
2005/6 REVIEW OF THE RENEWABLES OBLIGATION CONSULTATION
The DTI have issued their latest consultation on the review of the renewables obligation, having taken into account responses to the preliminary consultation this year. Although Government states “it is not persuaded that the renewables obligation is necessarily the most cost effective mechanism to support the development of conventional energy from waste generation”, the consultation does propose making the RO neutral to waste and the possibility of extending ROC eligibility beyond the current “advanced conversion technologies” to include mixed waste plants which use good quality Combined Heat and Power. Closing date is 09 December 2005.
The consultation paper is available from: http://www.dti.gov.uk/renewables/policy_pdfs/ROreviewstatutoryconsultation.pdf
To submit comments for inclusion in CIWM’s response, please email technical@ciwm.co.uk by the 25 November 2005.
SCOTLAND’S 2005/6 REVIEW OF THE RENEWABLES OBLIGATION CONSULTATION
The Scottish 2005/6 Review of the Renewables Obligation is also being consulted on along similar lines: http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Resource/Doc/69582/0017508.pdf The closing date is 01 December 2005.
To submit a response for Scotland, please e-mail Andrew Dixon Scottish Regional Development Officer andrew.dixon@ciwm.co.uk by 18 November2005.
INQUIRY INTO MEETING LANDFILL AND RECYCLING TARGETS
The National Assembly for Wales has issued a report on meeting landfill and recycling targets. The report includes a series of recommendations aimed at introducing measures to improve the performance of authorities that are struggling to meet targets. Issues regarding planning and public education are also examined.
Copies of this document are available from Ruth Hatton (029 2089 8020 or ruth.hatton@wales.gsi.gov.uk)
WELSH COUNCILS ARE REDUCING THEIR LANDFILL WASTE
The Environment Agency in Wales has confirmed that all 22 local authorities in Wales have reduced the amount of waste they send to landfill and have all met their European targets for 2004-2005: http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/news/1172582?lang=_e®ion=&projectstatus=&theme=&subject=&searchfor=
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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.
'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
BASIS AMENITY SEMINAR – 16 NOVEMBER 2005
This seminar will allow local authority supervisors to hear the latest in weed control and auditing. BASIS are offering an assessment of weed control services using a template criteria. For details see www.basis-reg.com/baccs/baccs.asp and click on Problem Weed Control for details and booking form.
MIDLANDS NEW GENERATION GROUP: EDUCATIONAL VISIT TO SIMS RECYCLING SOLUTIONS, STRATFORD
The Midlands NGG will be visiting Sims Recycling in Stratford on 12 October from 2.15pm. The visit will include: an update on the work that SIMS Recycling Solutions are carrying out with regard to the WEEE Directive; a guided tour of the research and development facility including the latest optical sorting plant; refreshments and further discussion and questions on relevant issues and a discussion on how you can shape the future of the Midlands New Generation Group.
Places are limited so please contact Nicola Whiston on 01283 551110 or email nicola.whiston@uk.bureauveritas.com
CIWM MIDLANDS CENTRE OPEN MEETING AND SITE VISIT
Midlands Centre members are warmly invited to attend an open meeting and site visit on 10 November at Dennis Eagle, Warwick. Speakers will be covering topics including health and safety in waste, training and variable charging for side waste. The meeting starts with coffee and networking at 12pm and will culminate in a tour of the Dennis Eagle site, finishing at approximately 4.30pm.
Places are limited and there is a nominal charge of £10 per person. Please contact clair.ward@ciwm.co.uk or 07921 310246 by 21st October at the latest.
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. If you are interested in visiting the exhibition please contact the Events Department at IWM Business Services Ltd on 01604 620426, email events@ciwm.co.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.
DEFRA NEW TECHNOLOGIES: THE SUPPORTER TRAINING PROGRAMME
The Supporter Programme has recently developed an exciting new training course for all local authority personnel who play a part in the waste decision making process. The free 3 day training course will contribute to the development of knowledge and skills to enable authority officers to evaluate technologies and provide objective advice as part of a decision making process, for the treatment of Biodegradable Municipal Waste. These training courses are to be held regionally and are due to start in November 2005. For further details please contact the Supporter Programme by phone on 0870 240 9894, or by email wastetech@enviros.com.
West Midlands (Birmingham) - 01-03 November
Yorks and Humber (Leeds) - 22-24 November
South East (Southampton) - 13-15 December
North West (Manchester) - 17-19 January
South West (Bristol) - 7-9 February
North East (Newcastle) - 14-16 March
East (Cambridge) - 28-30 March
London - 25-27 April
East Midlands (Nottingham) - 16-18 May
CIWM & ESA TRAINING
BOOK NOW FOR 2005 TRAINING COURSES!!
27-28 Sept ~ The Management of Refuse Collection & Kerbside Recycling
5 Oct ~ Site Licensing/ Exemptions From Waste Management Licensing
6 Oct ~ New Hazardous Waste Regulations
11 Oct ~ Introduction to Waste Legislation
14 Oct ~ New Hazardous Waste Regulations
For further information on the above training courses or any of the courses within our Training Programme, please visit our web site on www.ciwm.co.uk. You can also email us at training@ciwm.co.uk or call the Training Services Department on 01604 620426.
WRAP'S ORGANIC TRAINING PROGRAMME
WRAP will soon be running their second programme of their Landmark training courses for the composting industry. The current round of courses are detailed below:
Successful Compost Marketing: Planning for Profit: 27-28 September (Wales)
Improving Organic Waste Management Collection: Optimising Collection Schemes 5 October(South)
Improving Organic Waste Management Operations & Products: Achieving optimum efficiency & quality: 12-13 October (South)
Building Organic Waste Management Facilities: The right foundation: 19-20 October (North)
Organic Waste Management for Planners & Regulators: The Complete Picture: 27 October (North)
Developing Organic Waste Management Strategies: Setting the Scene: 2nd November (Scotland)
For further information and a booking form please contact the CIWM training department on 01604 620426 or book online at www.ciwm.co.uk/pma/1484
