MyGroup and Harrods expand cosmetics recycling scheme
Leeds-based waste management company MyGroup (formerly Mytum & Selby Waste Recycling) and luxury retailer Harrods have extended their cosmetics recycling scheme across five locations in the UK.
This follows a trial scheme which ran between January-March 2023 at Harrods’ ‘H Beauty’ store in Milton Keynes.
As part of the scheme, MYGroup has provided recycling bins where customers can return their used cosmetic products in the store. “The deposited items will then be recycled at MYGroup’s own dedicated facility in Hull,” the company said.
The company says its £2 million Hull remanufacturing facility “turns unusable plastics into new products” its ReFactory brand, which makes products such as plant pots and benches.
The company was also accredited by the Environment Agency to generate packaging recovery notes in 2022 (see letsrecycle.com story).
Mia Collins, director of buying – beauty at Harrods, said: “Launching the H beauty recycling scheme’s second phase on a wider scale stands as a pinnacle for Harrods and H beauty, emphasising our dedication to sustainable practices. MyBeauty Recycle & Reward scheme resonates with our loyal customers who are passionate about embracing a more eco-conscious lifestyle.”
Eunomia to collaborate with not-for profit organisation Living Places
Eunomia Research and Consulting has announced it has collaborated with not-for profit organisation Living Places.
The partnership aims to accelerate approaches to community-level decarbonisation, focused on the built environment – a process known as place-based decarbonisation.
The two organisations have signed an agreement to work together on projects that link each organisation’s areas of expertise.
Place-based decarbonisation work will be delivered through Living Places, with Eunomia has said it will contribute its expertise on materials, circularity and embodied emissions, land-based emissions and scope 3 emissions.
Joe Papineschi, chairperson of Eunomia Research and Consulting says: “This collaboration demonstrates our commitment to protecting the planet. Yet again we are putting principles above profit to do the right thing. The team will be contributing its world-leading knowledge on materials, product foot printing, and the circular economy to ensure that Living Places’ work with cities capitalises on opportunities for low-carbon materials and systems in the design and implementation of place-based decarbonisation programmes.
“We will also be providing practical support such as office space and business development as Living Places establishes itself as a major player in this field”.
Egger Group acquires minority stake in Thai manufacturer
The Egger Group has announced it has acquired a minority stake in Thai wood-based material manufacturer Panel Plus.
The group acquired a 25.1% stake and the purchase agreement was signed 30 November 2023 and closed 3 January.
Egger Group was founded in 1961 and is a manufacturer of wood-based materials with more than 11,000 employees and 22 production locations worldwide. EGGER is a full-range supplier for furniture and interior design, for wood construction and for wood-based flooring. It also has a recycling branch Egger Timberpak.
Amporn Kanjanakumnerd, chief executive officer Panel Plus Co, Ltd said: “From the very beginning, Panel Plus has been committed to innovative products and environmental consciousness. Creating added value, a zero-waste concept and sustainable growth was always our focus. We are excited to announce our strategic partnership with EGGER, one of the world’s largest wood-based materials manufacturers.
“This collaboration will enable us with a wide range of resources and capabilities with cutting-edge technology that we can utilise to better serve our customers. By combining EGGER’s deep industry knowledge and expertise with our own local innovative solutions, we are confident this new venture will be beneficial for our customers as we will leverage each other’s strengths with striving for excellence in our pursuit.”
UKCM receives health and safety accreditation
UK Container Maintenance (UKCM), a container repair and refurbishment company has announced it has received an accreditation from Alcumus SafeContractor.
Alcumus SafeContractor is an accreditation scheme which recognises health and safety management standards amongst UK contractors.
Liz Wolstenholme, finance and operations director of UKCM, commented: “Ensuring the health and safety of our main facility in Cheshire and our on-site operations at client premises is of utmost importance. Our unwavering commitment as a firm is reiterated by achieving the revered Alcumus SafeContractor accreditation, and we are proud to have secured this annually for several years now.
“Throughout the rigorous evaluation process, our health and safety procedures and our track record in safe practice are thoroughly examined, demonstrating our tireless dedication to maintaining the highest standards.”
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