News Roundup Plastics and Public Health The Lancet Medical Journal warns that plastics are harming health at every stage of life and costing the global economy $1.5 trillion annually. Alasdair and Jane reflect on the alarming scale of plastic production and waste, and share their concerns over microplastics in everyday items like coffee cups …
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News Roundup UK Recycling Rate Rises… But Scotland Lags Behind New stats show the UK’s recycling rate rose to 44.6% in 2023, with Wales leading at 57% and Scotland trailing at 42.1%. While the numbers sound promising, they include incinerator bottom ash metals — and they’re already a year and a half out of …
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Rubbish Rant 🗑️ Why can’t we just take our litter home? In our first-ever official Rubbish Rant under the new podcast format, Alasdair kicks things off with a very relatable frustration: litter left behind on Scottish beaches after a sunny weekend. Despite bins being placed every 20 yards, people still leave glass bottles, overflowing …
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This week on Rubbish Talk, we sit down with Charlotte Davies, Senior Consultant in Resource Efficiency and Circularity at Beyondly and the first Early Careers President for CIWM. Charlotte brings energy, humour, and expertise to a wide-ranging conversation about the future of waste, sustainability, and what it means to make a meaningful impact early …
This week on Rubbish Talk, we’re joined by Rod Paterson, Senior Purchasing Manager at Ekman Recycling and Commercial Director at Alan Morris Recycling. With a career spanning nearly four decades, Rod takes us on a remarkable journey through the waste and recycling industry — from the early days of emptying septic tanks to steering …
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In episode 65 of Rubbish Talk, we sit down with Louise Robertson, founder of the Sustainables Academy, a volunteer-powered, not-for-profit organisation that’s rewriting how sustainability and waste are taught in schools worldwide. Louise draws on her years as a head teacher and part-time lecturer in the UK and beyond to explain why she felt …
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In episode 64 of Rubbish Talk, we sit down with Guy MacGregor, Business Development Director at Binn Group, one of Scotland’s leading waste management and recycling companies. Guy takes us behind the scenes of Binn Group’s impressive operations, sharing how the company has grown over the years and how they’re pushing the boundaries in …
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This week on the Rubbish Talk Podcast, we are joined by Debbie Horton, the Environmental Policy Officer for the Falkland Islands Government. Debbie has been in her role for just over a year, but her background in environmental management spans across various regions and roles. One of the most unique aspects of Debbie’s …
In Episode 62, we are joined by Simon Little, Director at Powerday, who shares his journey in the waste management industry and offers valuable insights into Powerday’s role in the sector. With over 18 years of experience, Simon has helped Powerday grow and solidify its reputation as a leader in construction waste management, particularly in …
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In this week’s episode, we were thrilled to speak with Bryce Cunningham, the passionate founder and Managing Director of Mossgiel Organic Farm. Bryce’s journey is one of innovation, sustainability, and resilience, and it’s a story that resonates deeply with those looking to make areal difference in the agricultural and food industries. Bryce’s path …
