Report says UK must reduce landfill by using energy from waste

The CBI called on Government today to encourage more waste to energy projects, as the first renewable gas from brewery and food waste is delivered to the National Grid.

In its new report, 'Going To Waste: Making The Case For Energy From Waste', the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) stresses the necessity of using non-recyclable waste to meet the UK’s energy needs. It said this is crucial for reducing the amount of rubbish being sent to landfill sites and meeting climate change targets.

"We cannot continue dumping rubbish in landfill sites," said Neil Bentley, CBI Director of Business Environment. "Waste that can’t be recycled could be used to heat homes and produce electricity, as well as improving our energy security."

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