It is widely recognised that the legal definition and classification of waste is complex and often confusing.
We offer expertise in interpreting waste legislation. We develop planning and permit applications and can also assist you in achieving waste management targets.
Our services include technical, operational, planning and regulatory advice for a range of construction activities, waste treatment installations and processes.
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Waste planning and permitting
Environmental permits became mandatory in 2008 for a wide range of industrial installations and processes as a result of the Environmental Permitting Regulations 2007. These supersede the Waste Management Licensing Regulations 1994 and the Pollution Prevention Control Regulations 2000.
Planning applications are also required for most new waste management installations.
We offer support and technical services to facilitate waste management initiatives at all stages of feasibility, planning and operation through to end of life, permit surrender, onward sale and purchase. Our main services include:
- Market research
- Stakeholder negotiation
- Preparation of planning applications
- Development of working plans
- Environmental permit applications
Contaminated soils and construction waste
The European Commission is in the process of updating the Waste Framework Directive to consolidate and clarify a number of waste management issues, particularly those relating to:
- Classification of waste types
- Waste management hierarchy
- Construction site waste management plans
- Waste oil Hazardous waste
The Governments position on waste management in the UK is currently explained in the Waste Strategy for England 2007.
In line with ongoing evaluation of good practice, we can undertake the assessment, feasibility and planning of strategies to manage waste effectively. Specifically, we can assist with the following:
- Contaminated soils characterisation
- Waste classification
- Oil and liquid waste management advice
- Remediation options advice
- Environmental monitoring
- Best practice techniques
Useful links
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
www.defra.gov.uk
Environment Agency
www.environment-agency.gov.uk
Chartered Institute of waste management
www.ciwm.co.uk
The European Union
www.europa-eu.int
Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform
www.berr.gov.uk
The Stationary Office
www.tso.co.uk
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