US and China create a third of global WEEE

US and China are responsible for just under a third of the waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) generated worldwide, according to the Global E-Waste Monitor published last month. The United Nations University (UNU) report stated that 41.8 million tonnes of...

EA confirms 2014 WEEE target met

The Environment Agency confirmed last month that the UK has met its 2014 waste electrical and electronic (WEEE) target of collecting 490,000 tonnes. In 2014, 494,254 tonnes of WEEE were delivered to Approved Authorised Treatment Facilities (AATFs) including Wiser...

Do you still qualify for the lower rate of landfill tax?

On 1st April 2015, the standard rate of landfill tax rose from £80.00 to £82.60 per tonne and the lower rate from £2.50 to £2.60 per tonne in line with inflation. On the same day, loss of ignition (LOI) testing came into force through the Landfill Tax (Qualifying...

Recruiting consultants at Wiser Environment

Wiser Recycling’s sister company, Wiser Environment, is currently recruiting experienced consultants to join their team as the business grows. You will have at least five years relevant and comprehensive experience, and be able to demonstrate competence in a...