How Does a SWMP Work?

Introduction A Site Waste Management Plan (SWMP) is used to plan, implement, monitor and review waste minimization and management in construction and demolition sites. SWMP is prepared by the client, the client’s principal contractor and the site consultant (if employed) and they have the responsibility of making sure that it is carried out in a […]
What is a site waste management plan?

A Site Waste Management Plan (SWMP) is used to plan, implement, monitor and review waste minimization and management in construction and demolition sites. SWMP helps to describe the procedures by which wastes will be handled and lists the methods needed to minimize waste, responsibly manage produced waste, measure quantities and costs of waste produced and, […]
What Is A Pre Demolition Audit?

The purpose of a pre demolition audit is to reduce the environmental impact of construction by prioritising waste minimisation and diverting waste from landfills. They identify opportunities for reclamation, re-use and recycling from the demolition process. What Is A Pre Demolition Audit? The Pre Demolition methodology/approach was defined by The Institute of Civil Engineers (The […]
How has Climate Change affected the impact of Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton?

Hurricane Helene and Milton are tropical cyclones that caused mass destruction in parts of the United States.
RPS 212 – Voluntary Litter Collection and Waste Management

Regulatory Position Statements (RPS) are issued by the Environment Agency to cover aspects of waste and environmental management not explicitly covered by existing legislation.
Global Waste Management Outlook

The Government recently consulted with stakeholders to obtain their views on proposed changes to standard rules permits with a summary of their responses published on 31st July 2024.
The Water (Special Measures) Bill

The Government recently consulted with stakeholders to obtain their views on proposed changes to standard rules permits with a summary of their responses published on 31st July 2024.
Environmental Permitting Standard Rules: Insights from Consultation No. 25

The Government recently consulted with stakeholders to obtain their views on proposed changes to standard rules permits with a summary of their responses published on 31st July 2024.
Construction (Environmental) Management Plans C(E)MPs

Construction (Environmental) Management Plans, C(E)MPs, are documents that are produced as part of planning applications.
Exciting News – FREE Virtual CPD Sessions!

Exciting News – FREE Virtual CPD Sessions! For two Fridays in April, 19th & 26th, WPS is offering FREE CPD sessions as follows: 19th April: Waste Legislation for Construction This session will address key areas of legislation and updates, to ensure your ongoing compliance with waste legislation. 26th April: Circular Economy for Construction This session […]