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RDF exporters urge government to act on trade barriers post-Brexit

5 June 2018 12:32 BST

A coalition of refuse derived fuel (RDF) companies has called on the government to take action to enable RDF export to Europe to continue unhindered after Brexit.
Why post-Brexit environment watchdog lacks Brussels’ bite

31 May 2018 17:30 BST

Plans to allow the UK’s proposed post-Brexit environment watchdog to issue advisory notices fall far short of matching the EU’s enforcement powers, say commentators. Conor McGlone reports
Paris agreement architect sets tests for a green Brexit

30 May 2018 13:01 BST

The UK must remain a leading global light on climate action after Brexit, says one of the key negotiators of the Paris climate accords
EU Council issues final approval for circular economy package

23 May 2018 12:41 BST

EU member states yesterday approved a package of legislation setting binding targets on waste and recycling, which form a key part of the EU ambitions for a more circular economy.
UN paves way for new global environment pact

15 May 2018 13:12 BST

The United Nations General Assembly has approved a French resolution that could lead to a new global pact for the environment
What the China waste import ban extension means for the recycling industry

4 May 2018 10:24 BST

The latest extension of China’s ban on waste imports is likely to have big financial implications for the UK metal recycling industry. Conor McGlone reports on how the impact of the latest restrictions is already being felt
Lords question DEFRA readiness for no deal Brexit scenario

1 May 2018 12:57 BST

The Lord’s EU energy and environment sub-committee has questioned the environment secretary Michael Gove about DEFRA’s readiness for Brexit if a transition arrangement cannot be agreed.
Industry presses David Davis on climate change priorities in Brexit negotiations

27 April 2018 12:20 BST

The European Union and the UK must continue to work together on climate change after Brexit, according to a recently published letter to the UK and EU Brexit ministers from a group of energy companies, investors, trade bodies and network groups