WRA meets former EAC member to highlight importance of waste wood biomass
Former Environmental Audit Committee (EAC) member, Sir Christopher Chope, learnt about the important contribution that waste wood biomass makes to UK energy security and the economy during a visit to Eco Sustainable Solutions in Christchurch, Dorset, on Monday 3rd June.
Over 97% of UK waste wood processed in 2023
Over 97% of UK waste wood was sent for processing in 2023, the highest level to date, according to the latest annual statistics published today (Thursday, June 13) by the Wood Recyclers’ Association (WRA).
Richard Coulson recognised in ENDS Power List 2024
WRA Chair Richard Coulson has been named as one of the top 100 most influential environmental professionals in the UK on the ENDS Power List 2024.
WRA highlights sustainability advantages of waste wood biomass
The Wood Recyclers’ Association (WRA) has today (Friday, May 17) highlighted the sustainability advantages of waste wood biomass following scrutiny of biomass power this week in the press.
WRA welcomes extension of RPS 249
The Environment Agency has extended its regulatory position statement (RPS) governing waste wooden fence posts and decking from households, following discussions with the Wood Recyclers’ Association (WRA).
Vicki Hughes recognised for Outstanding Contribution to WRA
WRA Board Member Vicki Hughes has been named on the first Women in Trade Associations Outstanding Member Contribution List.
WRA appoints new service member to its Board
The Wood Recyclers’ Association (WRA) has appointed Spencer Caldwell, the National Sales Manager at Recycling Plant & Machinery (RPM Ltd), as the new service member representative on its Board.
Are you meeting your legal duties under RPS 291?
Waste and recycling firms are being urged to check whether they are meeting their legal duties under RPS 291 – including sharing test results with the WRA – as active compliance checks by the Environment Agency kick in. Under Regulatory Position Statement 291,...
WRA responds to NAO report on the government’s support for biomass
The Wood Recyclers’ Association (WRA) has today (26th January 2024) responded to the National Audit Office (NAO) report on the government’s support for Biomass .
WRA responds to launch of ‘disappointing’ consultation on transitional support for biomass
The Wood Recyclers’ Association (WRA) has today (January 18) responded to the launch of a government consultation on a transitional support mechanism for large-scale biomass plants.



















