Packaging rubbish campaign by agency Food and drink manufacturers and retailers could do more to stop everyone creating so much rubbish according to the Environment Agency.

Waste Acceptance Criteria means more sampling The introduction of the Waste Acceptance Criteria means that more stringent sampling, testing and treatment of hazardous waste such as contaminated soils and chemical waste will be required.

Few aware of hazardous waste rules Less than a third of small and medium sized businesses are aware of new rules on handling hazardous waste according to a new figures revealed today (Monday) by the Environment Agency.

Online registration avoids waste of money The Environment Agency has reminded all businesses that produce hazardous waste that they can now save themselves time and money by registering online.

Don't hazard a guess - no time to waste Information to help businesses understand whether they must meet new rules for waste disposal and step by step guidance on how to comply, has been published by the Environment Agency.

New Reservoir Safety Role For Environment Agency In a change resulting from the Water Act 2003, the responsibility for over 2000 reservoirs has passed from the control of 140 local authorities to the Environment Agency.

Vehicle Dismantlers Accept Hazardous Waste Rules The Environment Agency has reported that it was pleased with their discussions with representatives of the vehicle dismantling, metal recycling and waste management industries.

Companies Make Money From Cutting Waste New regulations, increased competition and the rising cost of waste disposal are forcing companies to cut the amount of waste they throw away every year according to a new report.

Environment Agency Changes In Refund Policies The Environment Agency asked businesses in England and Wales to take note of changes in the way in which it will handle refunds for unused Special Waste Consignment Notes.

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