With food and energy shortages being predicted, Neil Winship asks whether electricity from anaerobic digestion can be justified, given that aerobic composting with heat recovery can do more for our so

Everyone has an opinion about Government’s waste policies, but many in the sector are unwilling to act to shape them. Stephen Davidson argues that those with industry knowledge must engage with and in

How far has the UK really come in terms of its waste? Zac Goldsmith suggests that we should be doing more, a lot more

Our Parliamentarians usually get a little fractious towards the end of the Parliamentary term, when they’re all ready for their holidays and the closing out of the session combines with the dog days o

The saying goes, 'A good dead is its own reward'. But when it comes to recycling, many people need a bit more enticement. Beccy Sims learns that an American incentives scheme could revolutionise recycling

The great collection debate has just stepped up a gear after WRAP’s recent report on choosing the right system. But not everyone is happy with its conclusions. Resource reports

The news these days is littered with critcism of the UK government for its past trepasses, but amidst all the turmoil are we missing new opportunities? Worku Lakew calls for government leadership in t

Stavros Dimas, the current European Commissioner for the Environment, has taken a a tough stance on climate change, citing the fight against it as 'a world war that will last for many years'. But how

When 12 Eastern European countries joined the EU between 2004-2007, they became subject to Eu waste requirements. Simon Billett finds out how their national strategies have evolved

As growth and prosperity continue to go hand in hand, we're eating up the world's resources at an alarming rate. But does it have to be this way? Henry Widdicombe outlines the sustainable alternative