ENGLAND WASTE STRATEGY 2007
DEFRA have launched the Waste Strategy for England 2007, the new strategy builds on Waste Strategy 2000 (WS2000) and the progress since then but aims for greater ambition by addressing the key challenges for the future through additional steps. To view the Waste Strategy see www.defra.gov.uk/environment/waste/strategy/strategy07/pdf/waste07-strategy.pdf

CIWM’s press release on the Waste Strategy can be found at www.ciwm.co.uk/pma/3136
 
DEFRA CONSULTATION ON INCENTIVES FOR HOUSEHOLD WASTE
Alongside the publication of the Waste Strategy for England 2007, Defra have launched a consultation on incentives for recycling by households. The consultation document seeks views on removing the ban on local authorities choosing to introduce a revenue-neutral scheme to financially incentivise householders to recycle and reduce waste, where this is desired locally. Please see www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/waste-incentives/waste-incentives.pdf

CIWM will be compiling a response please send any comments to tina.benfield@ciwm.co.uk

DCLG PLANNING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE: WHITE PAPER
The Communities and Local Government (DCLG) have released a White Paper titled Planning for a Sustainable Future. The paper sets out detailed proposals for reform on how decisions are taken on nationally significant infrastructure projects - including energy, waste, waste-water and transport. To view the white paper go to www.communities.gov.uk/pub/669/PlanningforaSustainableFutureWhitePaper_id1510669.pdf

CIWM’s press release can be found at www.ciwm.co.uk/pma/3138

CIWM’s Resource Management and Strategy SIG will be compiling a response please send any comments to tina.benfield@ciwm.co.uk

ENERGY WHITE PAPER: MEETING THE ENERGY CHALLENGE
The DTI have launched the Energy White Paper 2007, the document sets out the international strategy which recognises that we need to tackle climate change and energy security together. It strengthens the support for renewable electricity and provides additional support to development of different technologies to recover energy through a variable scheme of electricity prices. Please see www.dti.gov.uk/files/file39387.pdf to view the Energy White Paper document

CIWM’s press release on the Energy White Paper can be found at www.ciwm.co.uk/pma/3137

TWO DTI CONSULTATIONS ISSUED ALONGSIDE THE ENERGY WHITE PAPER;
DTI have published a consultation document on nuclear power. This documents has been released so that a decision can be made whether it is in the public interest for companies to have nuclear power option available when making their investment decisions. See  www.dti.gov.uk/energy/whitepaper/consultations/nuclearpower2007/page39554.html  to view the consultation

DTI have also published a consultation on Renewables Obligation. This purpose of this consultation is to consult on the arrangements propose for strengthening and modifying the Renewables Obligation, including the implementation of banding. For more information please see
www.dti.gov.uk/energy/whitepaper/consultations/renewables-organisation/page39555.html

CIWM’s Thermal Treatment SIG will be leading the response on this so any comments to stephanie.heard@ciwm.co.uk

DTI UK BIOMASS STRATEGY 2007
The UK biomass strategy has been published alongside the Energy White Paper as a supporting document. The purpose of this strategy is to define Government policy with the aim of achieving optimal carbon savings from biomass, while complying with EU policies and the Biomass Action Plan. The study examines key elements of biomass fuel chains covering collection or production and harvesting, preparation, storage, transport and conversion to useful energy supplies for various resources. Please see www.dti.gov.uk/files/file39040.pdf

DEFRA’S RESPONSE TO THE BETTER REGULATION AND STERN REVIEW
The Government published its response to the Better Regulation Commission’s (BRC) appraisal of the regulatory implications of the Stern Review. For more information see www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/regulat/pdf/gov-response-ccregulation.pdf

CIWM POSITION STATEMENT ON ENERGY RECOVERY FROM WASTE
CIWM have issued the latest in our position statements on Energy Recovery from Waste. CIWM is urging Government to recognise the important contribution of energy from waste in addressing these issues and to take practical steps now to support its expansion. For the full position statement see www.iwm.co.uk/pma/3132

DEFRA COMMUNICATIONS PLAN: EC DIRECTIVE ON BATTERIES AND ACCUMULATORS
Defra have developed a stakeholder communication plan which will be updated as the batteries Directive transposition phase progresses. The key objective is to use communications to ensure maximum awareness amongst producers and other stakeholders including consumers so as to raise portable battery collection and recycling performance and enable the UK to meet the Directive targets. For more information see www.defra.gov.uk/environment/waste/topics/batteries/pdf/pr0701.pdf

DEFRA CONSULTATION ON CARBON EMISSIONS REDUCTION TARGET 
Defra have lunched a consultation on carbon emissions reduction targets, it sets out the Government's proposals for the Carbon Emissions Reduction Target (CERT) for April 2008 to March 2011. The Government proposes a CERT obligation at around double the level of activity of the current EEC 2005 to 2008, with a continuing focus on low-income consumers. For more information please see www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/cert2008-11/consultation.pdf

WRAP REPORT MANAGING BIOWASTE FROM HOUSEHOLDS IN THE UK
WRAP have published a final report on Managing Biowastes from Households in the UK: Applying Life-cycle Thinking in the Framework of Cost-benefit Analysis. The key objective were to critically review the options for the management of municipal kitchen and garden waste from households in the UK through the application of life-cycle thinking within a cost-benefit analysis framework. To review the report please see www.wrap.org.uk/downloads/Biowaste_CBA_Final_Report_May_2007.4623b873.pdf

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY WHAT IS A HAZARDOUS WASTE REPORT
The Environment Agency have published a document on what is a hazardous waste. The guide shows a “desk-based” approach to find out if waste is hazardous. It uses a flowchart, with questions and answers, to help people work out the right classification to use. Please see http://publications.environment-agency.gov.uk/pdf/GEHO0506BKTR-e-e.pdf?lang=_e

LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND THE DRAFT CLIMATE CHANGE BILL WEB FORUM
The Joint Committee on the Draft Climate Change Bill will be hosting a web forum as part of its inquiry into the draft Climate Change Bill, from 23 May to 21 June. The Committee sees the forum as an opportunity to consult on the role of local government in the drive to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. The forum will be located at: http://forums.parliament.uk/climate-bill
 
DTI APPOINTS VEHICLE CERTIFICATION AGENCY TO ENFORCE WEEE DISTRIBUTOR OBLIGATIONS 
DTI have announced the appointment of the Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA) as the enforcement body for the distributor obligations under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations. For more information see www.gnn.gov.uk/environment/fullDetail.asp?ReleaseID=285541&NewsAreaID=2&NavigatedFromDepartment=False
STORAGE AND USE OF REFUSE DERIVED FUEL AND SOLID RECOVERED FUEL
The Environment Agency have produced a briefing note on guidance for Storage and use of Refuse Derived Fuel and Solid Recovered Fuel. Please see www.environment-agency.gov.uk/ourviews/857198/1765093/

CIWM VERSUS ENVIRONMENT AGENCY CRICKET MATCH
The 2007 Institution versus Agency annual cricket match will take place on Tuesday 12 June in the evening at Paignton Cricket club. If you would like to play, no experience necessary, please contact: chris.murphy.ciwm.co.uk 

FREE PLACES AVAILABLE AT CIWM PROFESSIONAL AWARDS EVENT
This year the highly regarded CIWM Professional Awards Ceremony has moved to JCB. This will be a wonderful FREE event showcasing the excellent work completed by CIWM members of all classes and ages, and a chance to hear what the 2007 winners have planned. JCB will be providing a site tour of their unique facilities in the morning which will be followed by a buffet lunch then conferral of the awards in the afternoon. Register online at www.ciwm.co.uk/awards

FLYCAPTURE ENFORCEMENT TRAINING PROGRAMME
The FlyCapture Training Programme is a national training programme developed by Defra, the Environment Agency and the Welsh Assembly Government designed for local authority enforcement staff and lawyers. The delivery of the programme is being co-ordinated by Encams and CIWM. For further details and dates please visit www.encams.org/training/flycapture

CIWM CENTRE EVENTS

EAST ANGLIA CENTRE – OPEN MEETING
Friday 1 June at Schmidt UK Ltd, Peterborough. The topic for the meeting is ‘Clean Neighbourhoods Act – A Clean Sweep?’, with speakers from Encams and Local Authorities. Schmidt UK will also give a short presentation followed by practical demonstrations of their street-cleansing equipment. Please visit www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958131 for further information and bookings.

NORTH WEST CENTRE NGG SITE VISIT
To Bolton Thermal Recovery Facility on Thursday 28 June 2007.  Click here for further details www.ciwm.co.uk/pma/1350 or contact Lindsay Reed 07753 971611 lindsay.reed@mouchelparkman.com

EAST ANGLIA CENTRE – FOOD WASTE EVENT & SITE VISIT
Make a note in your diaries that 3 July is the great East Anglia food waste day, to be held at HotRot Composting Systems, Brandon. There will also be a mini – exhibition and lunch and networking opportunities. Booking is now available on www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958075  or contact clair.thomas@ciwm.co.uk for further information.

LONDON & SOUTHERN COUNTIES – THE GREAT WASTE CRUISE
Due to the fact that tickets quickly sold out the centre has managed to secure the larger Silver Sturgeon therefore more tickets are available!!! The event will take place on Friday 6 July 2007 from Savoy Pier, Charing Cross.  For further details click here www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958022 or contact Mike Bland 07772 621744 mike.bland@ciwm.co.uk 

NORTH WEST NGG SITE VISIT
Thursday 26 July 2007 at WRG Ltd., Arpley Landfill Site., Warrington, Cheshire.  For further details contact Emma Potts 07809 198576 e.potts@wiganmbc.gov.uk

CIWM CYMRU WALES – GOLF DAY
Thursday 6 September 2007 at Parc Golf Club, Coedkernew, Newport. Click here for details www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958122 or contact Celine Anouilh 02920 210710 celine.anouilh@ciwm.co.uk

LONDON & SOUTHERN COUNTIES – STUDY TOUR
Wednesday 26 September 2007.  In conjunction with ISWA a study tour has been arranged to include part of the 2007 ISWA Conference in Amsterdam click here for details www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958053

CIWM EVENTS

CHECK MATE? WASTE STRATEGY SEMINAR
Monday 25 June 2007 at Hamilton House, London. For further details see www.ciwm.co.uk/listings or e-mail the events department on events@ciwm.co.uk Tel. 01604 620426

ARE WEEE SORTED?
Monday 9 July 2007 at The Crown Plaza Hotel, Birmingham. For further details see www.ciwm.co.uk/listings or e-mail the events department on events@ciwm.co.uk. Tel. 01604 620426

THERMAL TREATMENTS- SATISFYING DIVERSION TARGETS AND PUBLIC PERCEPTION
Monday 17 September 2007 at Hamilton House, London. For further details see www.ciwm.co.uk/listings or e-mail the events department on events@ciwm.co.uk Tel. 01604 620426

CIWM APPROVED EVENTS
For external events Approved by CIWM for CPD or SET purposes see: www.ciwm.co.uk/accredited_events

ISWA EVENTS
Link to ISWA’s events page www.iswa.org/index.php?option=com_conference&Itemid=176

CIWM & ESA TRAINING

30 May  ~ Introduction to Waste Legislation (Sheffield)
26 June ~ Hazardous Waste Regulations
27 – 28 June ~ Practical Aspects of Landfill Gas & Groundwater Monitoring (Shrewsbury)
3 – 4 July ~ The Management of Refuse Collection & Kerbside Recycling
10 -11 July ~ Practical Management & Control of Landfill Gas

** All of the above courses are held in Northampton unless stated.**

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.

WASTE AWARENESS CERTIFICATE
Courses are run throughout the year, across the country. For course details and for a list of Registered Centres please visit our website www.wasteawareness.org or contact the Training Services Department on 01604 620426.

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