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Episode 40: Nick Noble, Chief Marketing Officer of Danu Robotics

Welcome to another insightful episode of the Rubbish Talk Podcast! In this milestone 40th episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Nick Noble, the Chief Marketing Officer of Danu Robotics. Nick brings a wealth of experience to the table with his 30-year career in marketing, design, and business development within the technology sector. Tune in …

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Episode 39: Nigel Tomlinson, Commercial Director at GAP Group, Northeast Limited

Welcome to the latest edition of the Rubbish Talk Podcast Newsletter! In Episode 39, we are thrilled to have a special guest, Nigel Tomlinson, who serves as the Commercial Director at GAP Group, Northeast Limited. Nigel brings a wealth of knowledge and experience from his diverse career journey, we are excited to dive into the …

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“What should a proper Green MSP be doing?”Written by John Crawford CIWM Life Member

There can’t be many folk who voted for the Scottish Green Party who aren’t mystified or disappointed by the recent priorities of their List MSPs. But what exactly should the electorate expect of them? Here are some suggestions.   Accept that Scotland’s contribution to global emissions is under 0.1% so any significant changes we might …

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Episode 38: Amy Bird, Founder of Women in Scrap, Co Owner of Countrywide Metals Ltd & Connolley Metals Ltd

Welcome to Episode 38 of the Rubbish Talk Podcast! This week, we’re excited to have Amy Bird, a powerhouse in the metal recycling industry, sharing her journey and insights. Amy’s story is a testament to resilience, passion, and the transformative power of recycling.   Amy Bird’s connection to metal recycling started early—her parents owned a …

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Episode 37: John Ferguson, Head of Strategy at Binn Eco Park in Tayside

In Episode 37 of the Rubbish Talk Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome a special guest, John Ferguson, Head of Strategy at Binn Eco Park in Tayside, who has been an integral part of Binn Eco Park’s development for nearly 15 years!   John takes us on a journey through the evolution of Binn Eco …

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The Garden Waste Debate: Exploring Scotland’s Permit System

  The Garden Waste Debate: Exploring Scotland’s Permit System   In recent years, many councils across Scotland have implemented a permit system for garden waste collection, raising questions about its effectiveness and fairness. With 21 out of 32 councils now charging for garden waste collection, it’s crucial to examine whether these permits are a sensible …

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Episode 36: Louise Cowan, Director of the Climate Team at Local Partnerships

Episode 36 is here, and we’re thrilled to introduce our special guest, Louise Cowan! Louise, a Director in the Climate team at Local Partnerships, brings a wealth of experience and insight from her extensive work in the Waste and Resources Sector across the UK.   In her current role, Louise supports Public Sector Organizations to …

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Mitigating Microplastics

Mitigating Microplastics John Ferguson, Head of Strategy at Binn Eco Park in Tayside, Scotland, unwraps microplastics recovery from polymer recycling operations.   Much has been written about microplastics in recent decades as they proliferate across all aquatic and terrestrial eco-systems, posing profound ecological and human health risks. Microplastics originate from various sources, including the breakdown …

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Episode 35: Craig Chandler, Health & Safety Waste Consultant

Dive into the captivating world of Waste Management with our latest episode of the Rubbish Talk podcast! We’re thrilled to welcome Craig Chandler, an esteemed professional with over 24 years of experience in the Waste/Resource Sector.   After completing a distinguished 16-year career as a Civil Engineer in the British Army, Craig unexpectedly transitioned into …

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