Recyclable materials news articles 
High-density housing is not an insurmountable barrier to Londoners recycling more of their waste
The presence of lots of flats and estates is a specific challenge to improving recycling performance, typically because of a lack of space for storage and difficulty transporting materials to collection points. 'Waste not, want not', a new report by the London Assembly’s Environment Committee, says that, while high-density housing does affect recycling performance, it does not necessarily prevent a borough from being able to recycle more waste... [more]
Brits do not take every day actions to be more environmentally friendly
According to new research from Future Friendly, 69 per cent of Brits would like to be more environmentally friendly - but still don’t do the little, everyday things that can help make a difference. A quarter of UK homes still leave their appliances on standby (26 per cent) – in fact, almost half of children do not switch off at the mains (45 per cent). Just one fifth of the population rides a bike instead of uses a car (19 per cent), while on... [more]
If Government is serious about achieving a zero waste economy we need to focus on quality and quantity of recycled materials
The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) produced its State of the Nation: Waste report in January. ICE has now welcomed the Government’s waste policy review but called for a move out of the rhetoric and into action. Chair of ICE’s Waste and Resources Management Panel Phil Butler said: “Government’s commitment to a resource efficient economy that will unlock the true value of our waste is to be commended; however it is crucial that we now see ... [more]
UK Government needs to raise awareness of recycling targets
A recent survey by Riverside Waste Machinery has revealed that only 29.6% of respondents feel the Government is taking enough action to raise awareness about the UK’s waste and recycling targets. Riverside managing director Chris Oldfield was keen to understand what the viewpoint was amongst general members of the public. When analysing the results from the 1955 individuals polled, he feels this demonstrates that education remains a crucial is... [more]
Large and small construction companies are joining the Construction Recycling Alliance
Originally founded with utilities specialist FM Conway as its first member, the Construction Recycling Alliance(CRA) is an umbrella organisation representing companies committed to reducing, reusing and recycling unwanted construction materials, has recently seen an increase in the number of companies joining its ranks. Support for the organisation has been growing with companies including O’Keefe Construction and JPE Aggregates joining. The ... [more]
Other Recyclable materials news and reviews
Grim images after Manila fire
Residents try to salvage recyclable materials from what used to be houses in the aftermath of a massive fire that engulfed hundreds of makeshift homes in a shanty town community in the Tondo district of Manila, Philippines, May 12.
Perez cousins triumph in Recyclable Regatta Race
COUSINS Earl and Gary Perez won the all-men's category of the Columbia Recyclable Regatta Race at the Shangri-La Mactan Resort and Spa in Lapu-Lapu City.
Subic Hosts Eco-Regatta As Run Up To Recycling Talks
SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, Philippines - A regatta, showcasing boats made from recyclable materials, will be held here to promote ecological awareness among different schools and organizations competing in the event on Sunday.
Brothers dominate Recyclable Regatta
THE tandem of Earl and Garry Perez ruled the all-men 100-meter race on board their man-made boat using 80 percent recycled materials in the Columbia Recyclable Regatta- Cebu leg at the Shangrila Mactan, Cebu. The tandem’s boat cut through the currents of the Mactan sea and the pair won the P15,000 top purse.
RECYCLABLE FASHION
Primary school students Suriati Jamil (front) and Shashya Erneeza modelling costumes made from recycled materials such as plastic, bread wrappers, wires and rope.
City plans opening of recycle center
Recycling efforts led by the city of Deming are about to shift into high hear. The city will unveil its new regional recycling center at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday at the Transfer Station located at 5470 Highway 549, about one-mile east of Sisbarro's Automotive. The event is open to the public.
Five Steps to More Effective Public Space Recycling
In-home recycling is growing in popularity, but public-space recycling lags behind in many areas. Restaurants, malls, cafeterias, transportation centers, streets, parks and other locations produce thousands of tons of potentially recyclable materials.Aurora, Ontario (PRWEB) May 16, 2012 In-home recycling is growing in popularity, but public-space recycling lags behind in many areas. Restaurants ...
St. Vincent's students create, donate mural from recyclable materials
A mural was made by the students of St. Vincent's home and presented to the staff at SSTAR's Family Health Center Wednesday, May 9.
Progress of new recycling program in central Ark.
It's been one month since 90,000 new recycle bins were distributed. How has the new program been doing?
Time Arrives for East Wheeling Neighborhood to Vacate Home
Residents stripped the houses of recyclable building materials, as at least one of them ponders the future.
