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From Principle to Practice: RAM implementation
2025 brings a new packaging data reporting requirement, under the packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR): the recyclability assessment obligation.
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SBTi's draft version 2 of Corporate Net-Zero Standard
The SBTi has released the draft of its updated Corporate Net-Zero Standard (Version 2), marking a significant step forward in the evolution of corporate climate action.
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Beyondly exhibits at Edie 25
We were thrilled to be back at Edie 25 this March – a major event that brings together people and organisations who care about building a more sustainable future.
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Q4 2024 Verified Packaging Recycling Data Released
Last week, Defra published the verified Q4 2024 packaging recycling figures, providing final confirmation of the UK’s performance for the 2024 compliance year. The data shows that the UK has succ...
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2024 PRN Revenue Expenditure
A review of the revenue generated and invested through PRNs in 2024.
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PackUK's draft of disposal fee modulation framework
During the Circular Economy Joint Stakeholder Forum on 1 April, PackUK, the Scheme Administrator, revealed a preview of the potential fee modulation framework.
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Sustainability Strategy for businesses
In 2025, businesses face mounting pressure from stakeholders to showcase their environmental performance. A well-crafted sustainability strategy is essential for staying competitive.
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Defra confirm 2025 Household WEEE collection targets
After the consultation earlier in the year, Defra have confirmed the 2025 household WEEE collection targets.
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Towards a Circular Future
The UK Government has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling waste and transitioning towards a circular economy, with Environment Secretary Steve Reed pledging to “end the throwaway society.”
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Shifting landscape of compliance: Textiles
Understand what is classified as a textile, the associated environmental impacts of the industry and how this is impacting regulatory developments across the UK and wider EU.
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Simpler Recycling in England: Policy update
By 31st March 2025, businesses and relevant non-domestic premises in England with more than 10 full-time employees will need to arrange for the collection of glass, metal, plastic, paper/card, an...
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UK Government publish a pEPR policy statement
On 27 February 2025, the UK Government published a Joint Policy Statement on packaging EPR (pEPR) outlining the intended outcomes of the new packaging regulations, and how they plan to achieve th...
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Proposed 2025 Household WEEE collection targets
Defra have published proposed household WEEE collection targets for 2025 and are inviting input from stakeholders in the WEEE supply chain.
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EU Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation now in effect
After two years in the European Union (EU) legislative procedure, the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) has been formally adopted and came into effect on 11th February 2025.
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EPR update: Self-Managed Waste & Nation of Sale Data
It was confirmed in EA & other UK nations that there is a delay to the data gathering & reporting obligations of nation of sale data, along with self-managed organisation waste data under pEPR
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Mandatory ESOS Net Zero Requirements Delayed to Phase 5
The Labour government has announced a significant change to the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS), postponing the mandatory inclusion of Net Zero considerations until Phase 5 (2027-2031).
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DRS (England and Northern Ireland) Regulations approved
On 24th January 2025, the regulations concerning the Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) for drinks containers in England and NI were approved and came into force.
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Changes to Environment Agency fees under EPR
With the publication of the main EPR regulations on 1 January 2025, Environment Agency registration fees have been confirmed.
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pEPR Scheme Administrator officially launches
On 21st January 2025, the four governments of the UK have officially launched the packaging EPR (pEPR) Scheme Administrator, called PackUK.
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Defra publish final RAM for packaging EPR
Defra published the final, approved version of the RAM with associated user guidance on 23rd of December 2024 on Gov.uk.
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Understanding Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting
Streamlined Energy & Carbon Reporting (SECR) legislation, introduced in 2019, aims to enhance energy efficiency & bring visibility to carbon performance alongside financial performance reporting.
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Packaging EPR Regulations ‘made’ into law
The Main packaging EPR Regulations have been ‘made’ and are now law.
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Packaging EPR ‘illustrative’ fees further updated
The third iteration of ‘illustrative’ disposal fees was published by Defra on 20 December 2024. This update provides a single estimated fee per material in contrast to the lower, intermediate and...
Changes to pEPR Data Reporting Requirements from 2025
As we move into 2025, we are going to see some changes to pEPR reporting requirements under the Main pEPR Regulations, which passed into law on 11th December 2024, with the obligations contained ...
WEEE Consultation Outcomes Published by UK Government
On 10th of December 2024, the UK Government published outcomes to the consultation and call for evidence on reforming the UK WEEE Regulations, which were held over December 2023 – March 2024.
Producers Confront Data Hurdles with RAM Release
As the landscape of packaging compliance and more broadly environmental legislation continues to evolve, the extent of reporting requirements and demand for high-quality packaging data is ever in...
PPT rate to increase for 25-26 financial year
On the 30th of October 2024, HMRC confirmed in the Autumn 2024 Budget, alongside the Government consultation outcome on chemical recycling and the adoption of a mass balance approach,
Wales announces divergence of DRS
On 18th of November 2024, the Welsh Government announced that it will not proceed with a joint DRS for drink containers with the other nations of the UK.
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Organisational and Product Footprints, putting the puzzle together
Many organisations have now calculated the emissions related to their direct operations and electricity or heat consumption and have moved on to the challenging topic of value chain emissions.
Recyclability Assessment Methodology updated
Defra have published an updated Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM) for further comment from stakeholders, following the publication of the first draft & the first survey in October 2024.
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Understanding FLAG emissions and their impact on GHG emissions reporting
Explore what FLAG emission are, which companies are likely to be affected, and why reporting on these matters in the global effort to keep global warming below 1.5 °C.
Preparing for 2025 Packaging EPR submissions
On the horizon, we expect to see more granular data requirements as part of EPR - bringing together data across the full supply chain. But are businesses ready?
Packaging EPR Regulations laid in Parliament
On Thursday 24th of October 2024, the packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Regulations were laid before the Houses of Parliament, where they will sit for 40 days before passing into l...
How Decarbonisation Can Help to Drive Business Success
Global corporate decarbonisation has stalled, but companies embracing innovation and comprehensive reporting can achieve significant financial and environmental benefits.
Defra’s Recyclability Assessment Methodology published
Defra have today (17th October 2024) published the Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM) publicly for comment from stakeholders, via their Resource & Waste Newsletter.
Beyondly and WRAP Collaborate to Address E-Waste Challenges
In celebration of International E-waste Day, Beyondly is proud to announce a collaboration with WRAP to tackle the growing issue of e-waste.
CIWM appoints Charlotte Davies: Early Careers President
Charlotte Davies, our Senior Consultant in Resource Efficiency and Circularity, has been appointed by Charted Institution of Wastes Management (CIWM) as their first Early Careers President.
Packaging EPR ‘illustrative’ fees updated
Government published updated ‘illustrative’ packaging EPR (pEPR) disposal fee rates on Monday 30th of September 2024, since updating the calculation methodology and following industry engagement.
Labelling temporarily removed from packaging EPR
Government have taken the decision to remove the packaging labelling provisions in the Main pEPR Statutory Instrument (SI).
Textiles EPR on the Horizon
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a policy approach that aims to ensure producers pay the full net costs associated with their products and packaging throughout their lifecycle. Textile w...
Update: EA Extends ESOS Action Plan Deadline
The Environment Agency (EA) has announced an extension of the ESOS (Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme) action plan deadline until 5th March 2025.
Plastic Packaging Tax Statistics for 2023-2024 Revealed
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) recently published the statistics for the Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) for the financial year 2023-2024.
The Scottish Circular Economy Bill: What It Means For Business
The Circular Economy (Scotland) Bill aims to transition Scotland from a linear economic model to a circular economy.
Government publishes long awaited ‘illustrative’ disposal fee rates
The first iteration of ‘illustrative’ disposal fees has been published by Government today, 15th of August 2024.
Looking Ahead: Digital Product Passports
The European Union (EU) is moving forward with mandatory DPPs for certain products categories by 2027, starting with batteries, and possibly electricals and apparel. By 2030, the EU aims to expan...
2024 Q2 Unverified Packaging Recycling Data Released
The Environment Agency (EA) recently released (22nd July) the unverified packaging recycling data, detailing recycling volumes for Q2 2024. This data highlights the UK's current progress toward m...
A partnership for global impact on plastic waste
Partnered since the start of 2023, Beyondly and The National Oceanography Centre (NOC) continue their work as part of Beyondly’s Fund for Change Programme. This year, together we explore the impa...
Beyondly become Commercial Affiliate of WRAP's Textiles 2030
As a commercial affiliate, Beyondly are committed to being a force for good in the textiles circular economy and achieve measurable impact against the targets.