WRA shortlisted for Trade Association Awards 2024
The Wood Recyclers’ Association is delighted to have been shortlisted for the Trade Association Forum Awards 2024, the UK’s leading awards recognising the work of trade associations.
Government ‘considering transitional support’ for waste wood biomass
The Government recognises the importance of waste wood biomass and is considering transitional support for the sector after the ROCs and RHI subsidies end, according to Energy Minister Graham Stuart.
WRA welcomes increased 2024 packaging recycling target for wood
The Wood Recyclers’ Association has today (November 16) responded to confirmation that Defra’s packaging recycling targets for waste wood are set to rise next year from 35% to 42%.
Julia Turner, Executive Director of the WRA said: “For years wood packaging targets have been set too low and we welcome this increase, which will provide more support for waste wood reprocessors through the PRN system.
WRA welcomes launch of RPS 291
Following extensive discussions with the Environment Agency on behalf of industry, the Wood Recyclers’ Association has today (Thursday, November 2) welcomed the launch of a new regulatory position statement for waste wood which it says will make it more practical to meet regulatory requirements while still ensuring compliance.
Shadow Minister learns about crucial role of waste wood biomass
The Shadow Minister for Energy Security, Dr Alan Whitehead, learnt about the important role that waste wood plays in delivering renewable biomass power during a meeting organised by the Wood Recyclers’ Association (WRA).
WRA addresses confusion over RPS 250
Confusion over the removal of RPS 250 means that some waste processors are charging more than necessary to take waste wood from home refurbishments and in some cases have stopped taking it altogether, according to the Wood Recyclers’ Association (WRA).