INDUSTRY NEWS
Northern Irish household recycling rates hit all-time high
HOUSEHOLDS in Northern Ireland are recycling and composting more waste material than ever before, according to the latest statistics.
News published yesterday reveals Northern Ireland has now exceeded its target of 50% recycling by 2020 – 18 months ahead of schedule.
“Householders are now recycling 50.6% of their waste – a huge achievement for all involved. 17 years ago, when we started to collect the statistics, it was at 10%,” explained Owen Lyttle, assistant director of environmental policy at the Department of Agricultural, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA).
“Achieving this result reflects a tremendous effort by all those involved in the waste management sector, local and central government, reprocessing sector, the voluntary sector and, of course, the public.
“Together we have surpassed our strategy target of recycling 50% of our household waste by the end of 2020, putting us in a good place now to focus our efforts on addressing the bigger challenges of climate change,” he added.
Speaking at “The Future for Plastic?” conference at Titanic Belfast, organised by the Chartered Institute of Wastes Management (CIWM), Mr Lyttle said the figures bode well for other challenges ahead.
“Being able to meet this demanding target indicates that if everyone takes small steps to change their behaviour then we can make a significant difference, as a country, to protecting and improving the environment.
“Tackling climate change is about people. Our attitude and a willingness to change will be critical to meeting the challenge,” he added.
Trailblazer Jacqueline O’Donovan takes home a Forward Ladies Award
JACQUELINE O’Donovan, MD of O’Donovan Waste Disposal, added another trophy to her cabinet recently when she was presented with the Mentor of the Year award at the Forward Ladies (FL) Awards in London and the South East.
Jacqueline was selected for her track record in mentoring and developing future leaders of the waste, construction and logistics sectors whilst also taking a strong stance on encouraging diversity and inclusion.
The FL National Awards & Summit recognises the achievements of businesswomen in the UK who are dedicated to encouraging the growth of women and celebrate the achievements of successful women across the UK. Jacqueline has long been recognised as an industry leader and has several awards under her belt for her outstanding accomplishments and leadership which has seen the family business, O’Donovan
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Waste, become one of London and the South East’s leading waste management companies, employing 165 staff and operateing a fleet of 95 lorries.
Forward Ladies’ CEO Griselda Togobo said: “Jacqueline is a genuine inspiration and role-model for women. An undisputed leader and ‘disruptor’ in a male-dominated industry, Jacqueline is one of the waste and construction sectors’ most influential trailblazers – passionately advocating for road safety and best practice, she has championed improved standards, resulting in a safer and more responsible sector.”
Jacqueline commented: “I am delighted to receive this award for mentoring as it is something I not only enjoy doing, but am also passionate about. At the moment there is such economic uncertainty and it is important to continue to encourage others into our industry sectors so we can offer guidance and direction whilst navigating the current business climate.”
Jacqueline O’Donovan
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