Dr. Stephen Wise, Chief Strategic Development Officer at Advetec and SRC 2023 speaker, explores the role of technology in giving value to the unrecyclable and how SRF can contribute to the circular economy. For decades, unrecyclable waste has been considered at the end of its useful life and destined for landfill or incineration. However, […]
The value of automation has changed the conventional perspectives about technology and its applications in our lives. Artificial intelligence and machine learning have provided a new definition of using technology to do our jobs. The advantages of the best machine learning algorithms are visible in their use cases around us. You must have noticed how […]
Artificial intelligence has successfully transformed conventional notions about the applications of programming and automation. The use cases of AI, machine learning, and deep learning have led to the creation of “smart” machines which could simulate human intelligence. One of the most popular themes in the world of AI right now is generative AI. You can […]
The Local Government Association (LGA) says it’s concerned that many businesses and consumers are not aware of the upcoming ban on some single-use plastic items coming into effect 1 October. The ban, which was announced in January, means no business will be able to sell single-use plastic cutlery, balloon sticks, or polystyrene cups and food […]
Coca-Cola HBC has invested €12 million to open a new high-speed returnable glass bottling (RGB) line at its plant in Edelstal, Austria, which will produce 400ml returnable and resealable glass bottles. Coca-Cola HBC says the plant’s RGB line is the first across its 29 markets and is aimed at the on-the-go market and at-home […]
Artificial intelligence and machine learning have emerged as the major milestones in transforming the computing landscape. The technologies help recognize patterns in massive datasets, followed by using historical data to predict future outcomes. However, the vision for creating ‘smart’ machines would rely on the ability of computer systems to learn independently without intervention. At this point […]
The massive scale of digital transformation has transformed the conventional business landscape. Almost every business uses digital assets, including videos, images, and text, in different formats across different business operations. However, the task of managing a humongous collection of files could be a challenging initiative for businesses. At this point, you need to look for […]
Scottish Resources Conference speaker Jack McQuibban, Head of Local Zero Waste Implementation at Zero Waste Europe, shares his thoughts on the immediate steps cities can take today to tackle rising waste generation. It can be easy to become disheartened by the volume of negative news and the seeming inaction from our legislators to tackle […]
Festival of Circular Economy speaker Peter C. Evans, Chief Strategy Officer at McFadyen Digital, explains the power of circular platforms to scale the circular economy. Momentum is building to advance a more circular economy globally. Many major companies, start-ups, cities, countries, and international organisations have all embraced circular economy principles and launched supporting initiatives. […]
The RDF Industry Group has criticised recent calls by the Environmental Services Association (ESA) to ban waste exports describing a ban as “short-sighted” and “protectionist”. The Group has also called for the UK government to put “fiscal measures” in place as part of incoming emissions rules in the UK to create a level playing […]