Following the launch of the Circular Fashion Fund in 2022, eBay UK has announced its £100,000 fund will return for a second year, in partnership with The British Fashion Council. The Fund, which will offer up to six £25,000 grants to small businesses, aims to invest in and bring new technology and services to […]
A new report claims globally coordinated policies could cut annual mismanaged plastics by 90% and virgin plastic production by 30% by 2040. According to the report, global policy inaction could increase virgin plastic production by 66% from 430 million tonnes (Mt) in 2019 to 712 Mt in 2040, nearly double annual mismanaged plastics to […]
A new SUEZ survey shows people in England are disposing of over £150 million worth of items when moving home annually. The survey, conducted by SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK of 1,000 people who have moved home over the past 12 months, shows on average people are throwing away around £83.78 worth of possessions […]
CIWM’s research and insights from members highlights the recruitment gap currently faced by our sector – attracting and retaining talent in all areas is a challenge now, and will continue to be a challenge in the future as we transition to Net Zero, with the skills and people gaps emerging. As a sector, we need […]
Artificial intelligence is already creating waves in the resources and waste sector and will continue to make recycling safer, cheaper and more efficient in the future, writes Andrea Lockerbie. While the international media are busy debating how artificial intelligence (AI) could result in the end of humanity, the resources and waste sector has been […]
DS Smith and Coca-Cola HBC Austria have collaborated to replace plastic handles for 1.5 litre PET soft drink multi-packs with cardboard-based outer packaging. This new plastic replacement solution, DS Smith Lift Up, will be delivered to supermarkets in Austria in September 2023. Sustainable packaging company DS Smith says the new corrugated handle is “100% […]
In a world where cryptocurrencies are gaining momentum, the mainstream adoption of digital currencies is no longer a distant dream. Businesses across industries are starting to recognize the potential of cryptocurrencies and are embracing them as a viable payment option. In this edition of Blockchain.com’s Crypto IRL series, we’re sharing an inspiring story of a Belgian burger […]
The Bitcoin network is currently experiencing significant congestion, leading to high transaction fees and delays in confirmation times. Why is the Bitcoin Network Congested? The growing popularity of Bitcoin has resulted in an increased number of transactions, straining the network’s capacity. Additionally, the limited block size of 1MB means that only a fixed number of […]
If you’re involved in the crypto space, you’ve likely heard of Bitcoin Miami. It’s one of the industry’s biggest crypto meetups that explores the latest developments and trends in the world of Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies through panel discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities. This year, we went behind the scenes at Bitcoin Miami 2023 and spoke to […]
If you’re involved in the crypto space, you’ve likely heard of Bitcoin Miami. It’s one of the industry’s biggest crypto meetups that explores the latest developments and trends in the world of Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies through panel discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities. This year, we went behind the scenes at Bitcoin Miami 2023 and spoke to […]