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What are the key reasons for ships being recycled? what are the benefits? Are there any regulations and legal framework for ship recycling in the Middle East at present? and more.. 

Listen to what Satyajit Roy, Director, Elegant Exit Company has to say!

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In conversation with Nikeeta N Jaiin, founder and CEO, Vardhman Auto Recycling, where she speaks about the Global Women Recycling Forum that she launched on Women’s Day this year. 

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Keep up with the recent developments in the waste & recycling sector. 

This podcast sheds light on:

  • Tadweer and SIRC's joint MOU to explore potential investment opportunities in the waste management and recycling sector.
  • Confederation of European Paper Industries' report on the performance of the paper industry in Europe. 
  • The European Environment Agency (EEA) briefing on EU trends on exports of used textiles.
    and more..

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From the opening of the first waste-to-energy plant in the Middle East to the Dubai Can initiative, our new episode will keep you informed on everything that made news in the waste and recycling industry in 2022. We also take a quick recap of the positive efforts taken towards a sustainable future.

Also, keep listening as we speculate what’s in store for 2023. 

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At the Sharm el-Sheikh Climate Change Conference (COP 27), countries came together to take action towards achieving the world's collective climate goals.
Listen carefully as our brand-new episode highlights a few significant waste & recycling-related negotiations from #COP27.

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In this episode, Mr. Sanjeev Phadke, MD, Metaal Europe International sheds light on current trends that are driving growth in the non-ferrous metal scrap recycling market in the Middle East. 

Get an insight into what's happening in the aluminium recycling industry and how government policies can favour recycling.

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This episode brings to you industry updates, covering trending topics and emerging insights about everything that matters in the sector!

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This episodes provides a quick recap of the latest information from the Waste & Recycling sectors.

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In this new episode of Trash Matters, Ahmed Albatta speaks to us about the region's first Waste-to-Hydrogen facility, by Bee'ah using RODECS technology which will process non-recyclable plastic waste & waste wood to produce green hydrogen- the cleanest energy source!

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In this episode, Salam Al Sharif, Chairman of Sharif Metals Group of Companies, sat down with Trash Matters for an exclusive interview on the metal scrap industry. He discusses the volatility and unpredictability of the scrap metal market, the evolution of the metal industry over six decades and the opportunities for the Middle East region. 

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In this episode, let's take a quick rundown on 

  1. The new Solid Recovered Fuel (SRF) facility inaugurated by Bee'ah Recycling in Sharjah

  2. Sharjah's ban on single-use plastic bags and materials 

  3. Kenya Plastic Pact's Roadmap 2030

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In the first episode of Trash Matters' Expert Talk, 

we are pleased to welcome Sidney Lazarus, CEO, Non Ferrous Metal Works, Durban, 

who gives us insights into the proposed ban on export of scrap metal from South Africa. 

Tune in as Lazarus explains...

  • the complexity in dealing with trade of stolen copper cables in South Africa
  • the new restrictions and legislation mooted by the SA government to deal with the issue
  • the need for discussions and achieving consensus among all stakeholders.

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August has been a busy month for the Waste & Recycling industries. 

Here's all that you need to know about the latest happenings.

South Africa considers a six-month ban on the export of scrap metal and the ISRI has announced that it does not recognise plastics-to-fuel technology as recycling. Meanwhile, Qatar, the host of the FIFA world cup, has committed to reducing 60% of waste at the tournament from going to landfills. Listen in, as we also bring in quarterly reports on paper and plastic recycling markets.

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What’s the buzz in the Waste and Recycling industries? While the UAE was prepping for its back-to-back Waste-to-Energy projects, battery recycling became a topic of discussion in the U.S. and India. Listen to our Tony Smith, VP, Safety, ISRI, tell us about the need for guidelines for the safe recycling of lithium batteries…

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Our first episode is out!

Trash Matters' News Digest provides a quick recap of the latest information from the Waste & Recycling sectors throughout the globe. 

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In this podcast, Shady Hosny, Country Manager GCC & Egypt, Henkel discusses how the adhesive industry is moving towards sustainable growth with more focus on environmentally friendly and non-toxic products.

Furthermore, Henkel is working towards becoming a climate-positive company by 2040 by reducing carbon footprints of operations by 65% by 2025 and 75% by 2030. Henkel is also planning to launch a broad portfolio of DIY products by next year.

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In this podcast, Martin Kruczinna, CEO of Pearl Polyurethane Systems, discusses the regions to which they distribute their products, their goals for geographic expansion, and how diversification will play a significant role in this. Furthermore, he addresses technology while focussing on supply chain management.