AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoRecycling Fire Response: Crews battled a large blaze at a Hardin County recycling plant in Kentucky, with roads closed as firefighters worked the scene. Local Waste Governance: Cumberland Council begins a 14-day Hinnings Road closure for a £27m repair scheme, with waste and recycling collections continuing as normal. Policy + EPR Momentum: The US moves deeper into packaging EPR implementation as states roll out registration, reporting and fees—turning compliance into an immediate business cost. Deposit Return Progress: UK fans at the British Grand Prix used reverse vending machines, depositing nearly 6,000 cans and bottles ahead of the DRS launch. Recycling System Limits: Hefty is ending Boise’s “Orange Bag” recycling after it couldn’t expand infrastructure to match demand, with affected items needing trash disposal after mid-2027. Hazardous Waste Access: Lacombe County schedules multiple household hazardous waste roundups, accepting items like paint, electronics, used oil and batteries in original containers. Community Pressure: Thanet councils face refuse-collection disruption and a union ballot for strike action over missed collections tied to “Simpler Recycling.” Upcycling Spotlight: Researchers say microbes can turn discarded PET plastic and crop waste into protein-rich cookies, aiming to tackle plastic pollution and food shortages.
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