The best features in recycling

04 Feb 2012
Last updated: 2 weeks ago
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Techniques

Lifting the lid
Waste management is nothing new, nor is the science of working out what’s being thrown away. Julian Parfitt of Resource Futures considers the history and methodology of compositional analysis

 
To stream or not to stream?
Over the last decade, many councils have shifted to commingled collection. It’s prompted a significant debate about the right approach and who should bear which particular responsibilities and costs.

 
Charged up
New legislation on the way we deal with waste portable batteries means big changes for the battery recycling industry. But just how are batteries sorted and recycled? And are they being recycled efficiently enough? Rachel England investigates

 
Incentives: Can points mean prizes?
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

 
Pay as you throw: A sticking point
Mention the term "pay as you throw' and everyone has an opinion. Yet, there are some parts of the country that have quietly instituted compulsory recycling. Beccy Sims finds out how they're getting on

 
What is an Appropriate Waste Collection?
Dr Adam Read and Joe Kingston of Hyder Consulting share their thoughts on what is an appropriate collection service and how to make AWC work on the ground

 
 

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