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What is Greenwashing and why is it so important to be aware of?

The CMA has set out its views on types of misleading environmental claims (Greenwashing)

Comply Direct customer Metro Shipping lead the way toward a low carbon future...

Comply Direct customer Metro Shipping lead the way toward a low carbon future...

Here's how we have worked with Metro Shipping to offset emissions & reduce their carbon footprint

Environment Agency release the verified recycling data for Q3 2021

Environment Agency release the verified recycling data for Q3 2021

On 26 November, the EA released the verified recycling data for Q3 2021 - here's our summary...

Consultation launched on single-use plastics

Consultation launched on single-use plastics

Defra launches 12-week consultation on single-use plastics

Scottish Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) delayed

The Scottish Government today confirmed a long-suspected delay to their Deposit Return Scheme

Long awaited enactment of the UK’s Environment Bill announced

Yesterday (9 November), parliament passed the Environment Bill, making the legislation UK law

Comply Direct host COP26 roundtable with esteemed panellists

Comply Direct host COP26 roundtable with esteemed panellists

Yesterday, we hosted a COP26 roundtable focusing on organisational transition to net zero

Autumn Budget and update to the finance bill, what you need to know!

Autumn Budget and update to the finance bill, what you need to know!

Key takeaways of the Autumn budget and finance bill, relating to the Resource and Waste Strategy

Comply Direct join the Race to Zero

Comply Direct join the Race to Zero

We are very excited to announce that Comply Direct have joined the Race to Zero

Sarah Foster, Managing Director at Comply Direct, shortlisted for young director of the year!

Sarah Foster, Managing Director at Comply Direct, shortlisted for young director of the year!

Managing Director, Sarah Foster, has been shortlisted for Young Director of the Year.

A roadmap to Net Zero: The how? and why? of carbon reduction for your business

A roadmap to Net Zero: The how? and why? of carbon reduction for your business

Whether you want a roadmap to net zero or to consider ESG factors within your business, we can help

Q3 2021 unverified packaging recycling data released

Q3 2021 unverified packaging recycling data released

Q3 unverified packaging recycling data has been released by the EA - here's our analysis

UK Net Zero Strategy Launched

UK Net Zero Strategy Launched

UK government has published its Net Zero Strategy - here's our summary

What is the COP and why is it one of the most significant climate events in the environmental calendar?

Glasgow prepare to host the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26)

Sarah Foster, Managing Director, takes home winner’s title at Woman Who Achieve Awards in the Growing SME category

Managing Director, Sarah Foster, takes home the winner's title at the Woman Who Achieves Awards 2021

Comply Direct is a finalist in 2021 CIPD People Management Awards

We're delighted to have been shortlisted for the 'Best flexible working initiative’ category

Comply Direct shortlisted in the Investors in People Awards 2021

Comply Direct has made the final shortlist for The Social Responsibility category!

2021 Q2 WEEE data released early September

The data indicates the UK is getting closer to hitting its annual target!

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Code red for humanity: the IPCC’s latest report is another wake up call to the urgency of the climate crisis

The 6th Assessment Report on the Physical Science Basis of climate change has been released.

Consultation Release: Strengthening the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS)

The UK government publish consultation on proposed changes to strengthen the current ESOS scheme

Q2 2021 Unverified Recycling Data Released

Yesterday (22 July 2021) saw the release of the Q2 unverified quarterly packaging recycling data

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Plastic Tax update from HMRC & consultation release

HMRC have published potential changes to the plastic tax & a draft legislation consultation

Interim Office for Environmental Protection (OEP) Launched

On 1 July, the Office Environmental Protection was launched on an interim basis

Our Policy Leader, Martin Hyde, volunteered to speak at Derbyshire voluntary community group Transition Chesterfield’s webinar series on the circular economy

Transition Chesterfield run a number of projects in an effort to raise awareness of climate change.

Directive introduced to ban single-use plastics in the EU

On 3 July 2021 we will see a directive introduced to ban single-use plastics in the EU.

Organisations now required to make net zero pledge by 2050 to be considered for government contracts

Organisations tending for major government contracts, will be required to make a pledge to Net Zero.

Member Focus: Environmental compliance for support charity Sue Ryder

We're thrilled to work with Sue Ryder to fulfil their packaging obligation & fundraise for them too

2021 Q1 WEEE Collected Data Published

Q1 WEEE data shows that collection figures achieved are above 20% of the overall annual target

Comply Direct celebrate becoming an accredited Living Wage Employer

We’re thrilled to announce that Comply Direct have become an accredited Living Wage Employer

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Comply Direct & EWRG launch WEEE recycling initiative with North Yorkshire primary schools

Alongside Electrical Waste Recycling Group, we've launched a recycling competition for local schools

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Consultation Release: Consistency in Household & Business Recycling in England

DEFRA has released their second consistent collections consultation which runs until 4th July

Q1 2021 Unverified Recycling Data Released

On 30 April, the EA released the unverified recycling data for Q1 2021

Comply Direct celebrate business growth, staff progression & appoint new managing director

It is an exciting time of change for Comply Direct as we welcome a new MD & launch new services

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Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting - Everything you need to know!

SECR harmonises reporting, covering energy and carbon reporting and taxation - are you obligated?

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2020 PRN Revenue Expenditure

A review of the expenditure of revenue generated through PRNs in 2020

Extended Producer Responsibility for Packaging Consultation – What you need to know as a packaging producer

Our comprehensive summary of the key EPR consultation information for packaging producers

Environment Agency release the verified recycling data for Q4 2020

On 25 March 2021 the Environment Agency released the verified recycling data for Q4 2020

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Extended Producer Responsibility and the introduction of the Plastic Packaging Tax – Are you ready?

UK Plastic Tax & Extended Producer Responsibility are expected to greatly affect packaging producers

2021 WEEE collection targets confirmed

DEFRA have finalised the WEEE collection targets for the 2021 compliance year - here's our summary

DEFRA release 2 highly anticipated packaging consultations on EPR & DRS

Two of the three expected consultations are released as part of the Resources & Waste Strategy

Consultation launch: Waste Prevention Programme for England

On World Recycling Day, DEFRA have published a consultation on a new waste reduction plan

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Government announce that manufacturers must provide spare parts for electrical products

Government announce rules to manufacturers in efforts to expand the lifespan of electrical products

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DEFRA release the proposed 2021 household WEEE collections targets

DEFRA have released the proposed household WEEE collection targets for 2021 - have your say

Focus on: Susanna Jackson, our sustainability & carbon expert

Showcasing our extensive carbon consultancy service offering & our expert behind this, Susanna

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Environmental Audit Committee announce enquiry into Deposit Return Schemes

Government launch DRS enquiry - here's our summary with details on how you can provide evidence

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DEFRA confirm the 2020 WEEE compliance fee methodology...

DEFRA have announced that the JTA methodology has once again been selected for 2020

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Government publish 2021 Waste Management Plan for England

Today (27 Jan 2021) marked DEFRA's publication of their updated Waste Management Plan for England

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WEEE Distributor Take-back Obligation - FAQs

We're answering frequently asked questions around the upcoming WEEE distributor take-back changes