HOUSE OF COMMONS COMMUNITIES AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT REFUSE COLLECTION: GOVERNMENT RESPONSE
The refuse collection inquiry looked at most elements of waste collection including planning, financing, collection methods, joint waste authorities, and financial incentives and charging. The
Committee itemised thirty conclusions and recommendations in their report. To view the Government’s response to those conclusions and recommendations see http://www.publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm200607/cmselect/cmcomloc/1095/1095.pdf
EEA REPORT PAN-EUROPEAN ENVIRONMENT: GLIMPSES INTO AN UNCERTAIN FUTURE
The European Environment Agency (EEA) have released a report which aims to contribute to the discussion about plausible future developments relevant to the wider European region and to stimulate medium to long-term thinking in policy-making circles. It does so by sketching some of the key environmental concerns for the pan-European region based on the EEA's Europe's environment — The fourth assessment. See
http://reports.eea.europa.eu/eea_report_2007_4/en/EEA_report_4_2007_The_pan-European_environment_glimpses_into_an_uncertain_future.pdf
THE EEA ROAD FROM LANDFILLING TO RECYCLING: COMMON DESTINATION, DIFFERENT ROUTES REPORT
The European Environment Agency (EEA) have released a brochure which informs
discussions on the effects and effectiveness of selected waste policies in Europe. It does this by providing a picture of the different approaches taken by countries to talking growing waste volumes. See http://reports.eea.europa.eu/brochure_2007_4/en/Landfill_brochure.pdf.
The brochure is accompanied by a set of online national factsheets on waste management see
http://waste.eionet.europa.eu/etcwmf/publications/factsheet
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY WASTE PROTOCOLS
The Environment Agency Waste Protocols Project has published an Interim Regulatory Position Statement setting out how the Environment Agency will regulate wastes whilst they are being considered by the project. It can be found by following the link at http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/subjects/waste/1019330/1334884/1881889
WRAP & ENVIRONMENT AGENCY WASTE VEGETABLE OILS CONSULTATION
The Environment Agency and WRAP (Waste & Resources Action Programme) have launched a Quality Protocol Consultation. The consultation is aiming to cut regulatory red-tape of waste vegetable oil (WVO) being transformed into biodiesel. For more information see
http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/subjects/waste/1019330/1334884/1713736/?lang=_e
LGA FOOD PACKAGING STUDY: WAVE 1
Research published by the Local Government Association (LGA) revealed up to 40 per cent of a regular household shopping basket cannot be recycled. The study monitored food packaging levels in terms of amount of packaging and composition of that packaging. For more information see http://www.lga.gov.uk/Documents/foodpackagingstudy%20full%20report%20wave%201.pdf
WLGA LAUNCHES CONSULTATION ON DRAFT REGIONAL WASTE PLANS
The Welsh Local Government Association (WLGA) has launched a consultation which is aimed at setting a framework for the development of a network of modern waste management facilities for Wales. The consultation is split into three regional plans which span the whole of Wales and include each of the 22 local authorities. To view the consultation see http://www.ourwasteourchallenge.org/english/north/downloads
DOE WASTE MANAGEMENT LICENCES (CONSULTATION AND COMPENSATION) REGULATIONS 2008
The Department of the Environment for Northern Ireland has issued a consultation on Waste Management Licences (Consultation and Compensation Regulations (NI) 2008). The consultation document is seeking views on proposals to require a waste management licence holder to consult and possibly compensate landowners whose land they have to enter and carry out works on, in order to comply with a waste management licence. See
http://www.doeni.gov.uk/foi_details.htm?docid=4485
EHS CONSULTATION ON RENEWABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES
The Environment, Heritage and Local Government have released a consultation on proposed planning exemptions for certain Renewable Energy Technologies. The consultation considerers the introduction of planning exemptions in respect of five classes of renewable technology. See
http://www.environ.ie/en/PublicationsDocuments/FileDownLoad,15681,en.pdf
THE GREAT WASTE SURVEY
The CIWM journal has launched the Great Waste Survey 2007 to find out what you think of the hottest topics of the last year. This series of simple questions will give us the chance to assess what CIWM readers really think about alternate weekly collections, the success (or otherwise) of the UK's waste strategies and the industry's progress as regards health and safety. The survey takes just 10 minutes to complete, gives you the chance to comment on certain subjects and is entirely anonymous, so feel free to let us know your honest opinions. The results will be reported in December's issue of CIWM. To participate in the survey click on the button on the homepage of the CIWM website: www.ciwm.co.uk
TRAINING NEEDS SURVEY
We need your help! CIWM would like to find out more about what you want from us in the way of training services. It would really help us if you could complete the short training needs survey. You can elect to be entered into a price draw to win a case of wine. To complete the survey click on the following link. http://www.zoomerang.com/survey.zgi?p=WEB226VQG7SY4W
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS FOR JUNIOR VICE-PRESIDENT 2008/9
Corporate Members of the Institution are reminded that Nominations are due by the 31st December for the position Junior Vice-President of the Institution for 2008/9. Candidates for the office of Junior Vice-President must be Fellows of the Institution. Nominations are required in writing, and must be proposed and seconded by any two General Councillors or Centre Councillors. The Nomination Form must be signed by the Nominee, and must be accompanied by a personal statement of not more than 250 words, giving some biographical information on the nominee, their career and achievements, and the contribution that they will bring to the Institution in the position of President.
A standard form of nomination can be obtained from the Professional Services Manager, Mark Gibson, at CIWM Headquarters, and nominations must be received by the Chief Executive at the Institution’s Headquarters by no later than 12.00 noon on 31st December 2007.
NEW TECHNOLOGIES MATTER - UNIQUE 3 DAY EVENT
Increased waste disposal costs, high energy prices and a new emphasis on corporate responsibility means that waste producers, local authorities and policymakers face new challenges.
This thought-provoking 3 day event (site visits on 6 & 7 November, and a one-day conference on 8 November) will provide an opportunity to see waste technologies in action and learn more about new and innovative solutions that could reduce your landfill costs, create new revenue streams and reduce your carbon footprint. Delegates will be able to visit two different sites that are currently demonstrating new technologies in waste management as part of Defra's £30m New Technologies Demonstration Programme and take part in the one-day conference at the Barbican Centre, London. Delegate prices from £75+VAT. For more information visit www.ciwmconferences.com or email events@ciwm.co.uk.
WHY NOT JOIN A CIWM SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP (SIG)
Are you interested in joining one of our SIGs?
There are currently eight of these “learned societies” who support the Institution’s thinking and policy, coordinating technical discussion by providing a platform for debate and informed opinion. The SIGs disseminate and promote best practice in a variety of fields, suggesting solutions to challenging problems including the interpretation of legislative issues. If you would like to find out more please email technical@ciwm.co.uk or see www.ciwm.co.uk/mediastore/FILES/13755.pdf
LIFE CYCLE ASSESSMENT OF WASTE AND RESOURCES WORKSHOP
CIWM are proposing to hold a low cost workshop in Northampton on the 19 November which will provide participants with an insight into Life Cycle Assessment. The workshop will involve some brief presentation, followed by an opportunity for each delegate to practically experience the use of the Environment Agency’s WRATE software. Case studies of previous use of the software tool will also be demonstrated to highlight the capabilities of life cycle assessment. If you are interested in attending the workshop please go to www.ciwm.co.uk/technical or contact technical@ciwm.co.uk.
CWRM – COMMUNICATIONS IN WASTE AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
2007 saw the successful release of this brand new and exciting rapid communications journal. We are now calling for submissions for the next issue from a broad cross section of our industry such as professional waste managers and practioners, academic researchers and consultants. Critically, we seek to provide a rapid turn around outlet for high quality, practical research of significant interest to the national and international resource and waste management sector. For further details click here www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/719
CIWM 2008 – CALL FOR PAPERS – WASTE TREATMENT TECHNOLOGIES SYMPOSIUM
CIWM is offering the opportunity to participate in the CIWM 2008 Conference and Symposium on Waste Treatment Technologies. This Symposium has a major focus on the thermal treatment of all waste streams (incineration, gasification, pyrolysis and overall process system concepts) together with associated issues including flue gas cleaning and pollutant emissions. Abstracts should be sent to events@ciwm.co.uk
CIWM CENTRE EVENTS
NORTH EAST CENTRE BREAKFAST BRIEFING – PRE-TREATMENT
29th October – Middlesbrough 8.30-9.30am
See www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958244
NORTH EAST CENTRE SEMINAR
The North east centre in conjunction with UK Environmental Law are holding a seminar on REACH. This will take place on Tuesday 30th October 2007 at Pinsent Masons, Leeds. For further details click here www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958197 or contact mike.hibbert@ciwm.co.uk
NORTH EAST CENTRE SITE VISIT
Will take place at SITA Energy from Waste Facility at Teesside on Tuesday 30th October 2007. For further details click here http://www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958248 or contact mike.hibbert@ciwm.co.uk T: 01484 462785
SOUTH WEST (WESSEX) NEW GENERATION GROUP EVENT
Will take place on Wednesday 31st October 2007 at Hamworthy Recreation Club, Wimborne. For further details click here http://www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958247 or contact Tessa Bowering on 01258 483416 tessa.bowering@environment-agency.gov.uk
NORTH EAST CENTRE SEMINAR
Winter maintenance seminar – 31st October – in Conjunction with Econ Ltd., Ripon. For further details click here http://www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958249 or contact Mike.hibbert@ciwm.co.uk T: 01484 462785.
EAST ANGLIAN CENTRE SITE VISIT
Technical site visit to Shanks, MBT plant at Frog Island MBT, Creek Way, Rainham, Essex RM13 8EN on Thursday, 1st November 2007. For further details click here www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958245 or contact jmcpherson@viridor-waste.co.uk
SOUTH WEST NGG
North Wessex NGG is holding a Careers Event at Room 1L1, University of West of England, Frenchay Campus, Coldharbour Lane, Bristol, BS16 1QY. For further details contact andy.barker@ciwm.co.uk
NORTH WEST CENTRE SOCIAL EVENING
Will take place on Friday 9th November 2007 at Mojo, Manchester. For further details contact Emma Potts T: 07917 333469 velspotts@yahoo.co.uk
NORTH EAST CENTRE WASTE MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT WEEKEND
Will take place on 9th – 11th November 2007 at the Park Inn Hotel, York. For further details click here www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958199 or contact mike.hibbert@ciwm.co.uk
NORTH EAST CENTRE SITE VISIT
Visit to SITA UK Energy from Waste Facility and MRF at Huddersfield on Monday, 12th November 2007. For further details click here http://www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958250 or contact mike.hibbert@ciwm.co.uk or t: 07921 386002
NORTH WEST NGG SITE VISIT
Will take place on Thursday 15th November 2007 to Minosus Hazardous Waste Storage Facility nr Warrington. For further details call Kirston Elton on 01785 182554 kirston.elton@environment-agency.gov.uk or click here http://www.ciwm.co.uk/pma/1350
NORTHERN IRELAND CENTRE – GERMAN STUDY TOUR
Will take place on Thursday 15th – Sunday 18th November 2007 Invited by Keith Simmonite of Paladin Consultancy Services and SSI Schaefer. For further details click here www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958204 or contact Raymond Martin: raymond.martin@ciwm.co.uk
LONDON & SOUTHERN COUNTIES CENTRE OPEN MEETING
Will take place on Thursday 22nd November 2007 at Weston House, Great Ormond Street, London. For further details click here www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958243 or contact Mike Bland mike.bland@ciwm.co.uk T: 07772 621744
NORTH WEST & NORTH EAST JOINT SEMINAR
Will take place on Friday 30th November at The Textile Centre, Huddersfield. For details click here http://www.ciwm.co.uk/pma/1350 or contact Claire Nicoll 0161 366 1611 claire.nicoll@ciwm.co.uk
CIWM CHRISTMAS EVENTS
East Anglian Centre Open Meeting and Christmas Lunch
Thursday 6 December in the Conference Room of the WoodGreen Animal Sanctuary, King's Bush Farm, Godmanchester. Technical meeting followed by a traditional Christmas Lunch and after lunch speaker comedian Lea Roberts. For further details see www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958065 or contact the Centre Secretary, John McPherson on 01473 836903 or Mob:07850 437644, or Mark Gibson on 01604 620426.
Midlands Centre Christmas Extravaganza! Friday 7 December 2007 at Copthorne Hotel, Birmingham. For details see www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958060 or contact Andy Barker on: 01604 620426 or andy.barker@ciwm.co.uk
Welsh Centre Christmas Meeting & Dinner on Friday 7 December 2007 at Marriott Hotel, Cardiff. For details see www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958040 or contact Celine Anouilh celine.anouilh@ciwm.co.uk 02920 210710
North West Centre Christmas Lunch on Friday 7th December 2007 at Liverpool Football Club, Anfield Road, Liverpool. For further details click here http://www.ciwm.co.uk/pma/1350 or contact Lawrence Conway, Hon. Centre Secretary 01539 797580 l.conway@southlakeland.gov.uk
North East Centre Christmas Lunch is on Friday 14 December at the Park Inn, York. For details see www.ciwm.co.uk/pm/108/dataID2958200 or contact Mike Hibbert mike.hibbert@ciwm.co.uk T: 01484 462785
London & Southern Counties Centre is now fully booked
CIWM EVENTS
CIWM AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE
Wednesday 31 October 2007 at The Dorchester Hotel, Park Lane, London. For further details or to book a table please visit www.ciwmawards.com or contact the events department at events@ciwm.co.uk 01604 620426
THE COMPOSTING ASSOCIATION ANNUAL CONFERENCE, EXHIBITION & AWARDS DINNER
BIOWASTES AND THE CARBON ECONOMY
5-6 December 2007 – Telford International Centre. For further details please visit www.compost.org.uk or contact the events department at events@ciwm.co.uk 01604 620426. For details of exhibition space and sponsorship opportunities contact jenni@compost.org.uk 0870 1603270
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/c/portal/layout?p_l_id=PUB.1.6
CIWM & ESA TRAINING
30 Oct ~ Contract Essentials
1 Nov ~ Waste Carriers & Related Controls
6 – 7 Nov ~ Implications of Waste Legislation
13 Nov ~ Introduction to Waste Legislation
22 Nov ~ Hazardous Waste Regulations (Sheffield)
27 – 29 Nov ~ An Introduction to the Management of Waste
6 Dec ~ Duty of Care (Sheffield)
** 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.
DEFRA / CIWM NEW TECHNOLOGIES QUALIFICATIONS
VRQ Level 3 - Principles and Practices of Sustainable Waste Management
(1 day a week) 13th November - 11th December – Habern Conference Centre, Newport Pagnell
(5 day block) Date TBC (January 2008)
HLA Level 4 - Waste Treatment Technologies
(5 day block) 29th Date TBC (January 2008)
(1 day a week) Date TBC (January 2008)
For further information on the above courses and to book a place, please visit our web site on www.ciwm.co.uk/training/new-technologies You can also email us at training@ciwm.co.uk or call the Training Services Department on 01604 620426.
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
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