In this episode of the EfW Net Podcast, host Alban Forster speaks with Charoula Melliou, Deputy Secretary General at the European Suppliers of Waste-to-Energy Technology (ESWET).

The discussion explores how policy and regulation are influencing the direction of the Energy from Waste sector across the UK and Europe. Topics include the role of EfW within the circular economy, differences between UK and EU policy approaches, and how legislation, market signals and investment frameworks are shaping the sector’s future.

Charoula also shares insights on recycling policy, landfill methane emissions, and emerging European legislation, highlighting the importance of clear and consistent policy signals to support long-term infrastructure and decarbonisation strategies.

In this episode of the EfW Net Podcast, host Alban Forster speaks with Charoula Melliou, Deputy Secretary General at the European Suppliers of Waste-to-Energy Technology (ESWET).The discussion explores how policy and regulation are influencing the direction of the Energy from Waste sector across the UK and Europe. Topics include the role of EfW within the circular economy, differences between UK and EU policy approaches, and how legislation, market signals and investment frameworks are shaping the sector’s future.Charoula also shares insights on recycling policy, landfill methane emissions, and emerging European legislation, highlighting the importance of clear and consistent policy signals to support long-term infrastructure and decarbonisation strategies.

Brought to you by the team behind the annual EfW Conference and the Energy from Waste Network, this podcast will feature industry leaders discussing the latest developments, technologies and policies in EfW

Brought to you by the team behind the annual EfW Conference and the Energy from Waste Network, this podcast will feature industry leaders discussing the latest developments, technologies and policies in EfW

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Power, Policy and the Future of EfW

In this episode of The Energy from Waste Podcast, we're joined by Nick Henderson, Communications Manager, Andy Bedford, Low Carbon Development Director, and Alex Hudson, Senior Development Manager at Encyclis, to discuss the UK's first full-scale carbon capture project at an Energy from Waste facility – Protos.

The conversation explores how carbon capture technology is being integrated into Energy from Waste operations, the challenges of delivering a first-of-a-kind infrastructure project, and why Protos could play a significant role in the UK's journey towards net zero. The guests also discuss the importance of public understanding, government support, investment, and the wider opportunities carbon capture presents for jobs, skills and future industrial growth.

From infrastructure and policy to innovation and decarbonisation, this episode provides a fascinating insight into one of the most significant developments currently taking place in the UK Energy from Waste sector.

Listen now to discover how carbon capture could help shape the future of Energy from Waste and the UK's low-carbon economy.

For more industry news, podcasts, articles and events, visit EfW Net at network.efwconference.com.

In this episode of The Energy from Waste Podcast, we're joined by Nick Henderson, Communications Manager, Andy Bedford, Low Carbon Development Director, and Alex Hudson, Senior Development Manager at Encyclis, to discuss the UK's first full-scale carbon capture project at an Energy from Waste facility &ndash; Protos.
The conversation explores how carbon capture technology is being integrated into Energy from Waste operations, the challenges of delivering a first-of-a-kind infrastructure project, and why Protos could play a significant role in the UK's journey towards net zero. The guests also discuss the importance of public understanding, government support, investment, and the wider opportunities carbon capture presents for jobs, skills and future industrial growth.
From infrastructure and policy to innovation and decarbonisation, this episode provides a fascinating insight into one of the most significant developments currently taking place in the UK Energy from Waste sector.
Listen now to discover how carbon capture could help shape the future of Energy from Waste and the UK's low-carbon economy.
For more industry news, podcasts, articles and events, visit EfW Net at <a href="https://network.efwconference.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com">network.efwconference.com</a>.

Carbon Capture and the Future of Energy from Waste: Inside the UK's First Full-Scale Project

Waste crime remains one of the biggest challenges facing the UK waste and resource sector, costing taxpayers millions while causing significant environmental harm. In this episode of the EfW Podcast, host Dr Stephen Wise is joined by Dr Anna Willetts, Partner at Gunnercooke, and Gareth Rollings, Head of Waste at West Sussex County Council and Chair of the Local Authority Recycling Advisory Committee (LARAC), to explore the scale of the problem and why it continues to persist.

The discussion examines recent developments in waste crime enforcement, the growing number of large-scale illegal waste sites being uncovered, and the challenges faced by regulators, local authorities and landowners. Anna and Gareth share their perspectives on where current approaches are falling short, the impact on communities and taxpayers, and whether recent government initiatives will be enough to make a meaningful difference.

They also explore the economics behind waste crime, the role of organised criminal activity, the difficulties of tracing responsibility through complex waste supply chains, and the importance of prevention rather than simply dealing with the consequences once sites have been established.

From fly-tipping and illegal waste operations to enforcement powers, regulation and future policy, this conversation provides a candid look at one of the most pressing issues facing the waste sector today.

For more industry news, podcasts, articles and events, visit the EfW Network at network.efwconference.com.

Waste crime remains one of the biggest challenges facing the UK waste and resource sector, costing taxpayers millions while causing significant environmental harm. In this episode of the EfW Podcast, host Dr Stephen Wise is joined by Dr Anna Willetts, Partner at Gunnercooke, and Gareth Rollings, Head of Waste at West Sussex County Council and Chair of the Local Authority Recycling Advisory Committee (LARAC), to explore the scale of the problem and why it continues to persist.
The discussion examines recent developments in waste crime enforcement, the growing number of large-scale illegal waste sites being uncovered, and the challenges faced by regulators, local authorities and landowners. Anna and Gareth share their perspectives on where current approaches are falling short, the impact on communities and taxpayers, and whether recent government initiatives will be enough to make a meaningful difference.
They also explore the economics behind waste crime, the role of organised criminal activity, the difficulties of tracing responsibility through complex waste supply chains, and the importance of prevention rather than simply dealing with the consequences once sites have been established.
From fly-tipping and illegal waste operations to enforcement powers, regulation and future policy, this conversation provides a candid look at one of the most pressing issues facing the waste sector today.
For more industry news, podcasts, articles and events, visit the EfW Network at <a href="https://network.efwconference.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com">network.efwconference.com</a>.

Waste Crime in the UK: Tackling Illegal Dumping, Enforcement Gaps and the Cost to Communities

Dr Stephen Wise speaks with Emma Beal, Director at All We Have Ltd, about how better waste data can shape policy, support local authorities and help the sector prepare for ETS, digital waste tracking and a lower-carbon future.

Stephen Wise speaks with Emma Beal, Director at All We Have Ltd, about how better waste data can shape policy, support local authorities and help the sector prepare for ETS, digital waste tracking and a lower-carbon future.

In this episode:
The evolution of waste data and why it matters
Data gaps between local authorities and operators
Turning data into better decisions and quick wins
Food waste, carbon impact and shifting priorities
The challenge of flexible plastics and future infrastructure
What ETS means for local authorities and contracts
The changing role of energy from waste
Digital tracking, transparency and tackling waste crime
The role of AI in managing growing data complexity

You can also watch this episode on network.efwconference.com

Dr Stephen Wise speaks with Emma Beal, Director at All We Have Ltd, about how better waste data can shape policy, support local authorities and help the sector prepare for ETS, digital waste tracking and a lower-carbon future.Stephen Wise speaks with Emma Beal, Director at All We Have Ltd, about how better waste data can shape policy, support local authorities and help the sector prepare for ETS, digital waste tracking and a lower-carbon future.In this episode:<ul><li>The evolution of waste data and why it matters</li><li>Data gaps between local authorities and operators</li><li>Turning data into better decisions and quick wins</li><li>Food waste, carbon impact and shifting priorities</li><li>The challenge of flexible plastics and future infrastructure</li><li>What ETS means for local authorities and contracts</li><li>The changing role of energy from waste</li><li>Digital tracking, transparency and tackling waste crime</li><li>The role of AI in managing growing data complexity</li></ul>You can also watch this episode on network.efwconference.com

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