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<p>Delivering a more resource efficient, sustainable and circular economy is essential
if we are to continue to maximise the opportunities for economic and environmental
growth and protect human health. We want to make the best use of materials and resources,
keeping them in circulation by maximising the lifetime and value of our products,
improving resource productivity and preventing and dealing with waste and recycling
properly. This includes moving away from landfill to more environmentally beneficial
and higher value uses. Landfill tax is the main driver in diverting residual waste
from landfill and is currently £82.60 per tonne. Defra is also investing £3 billion
in a number of Local Authority projects through Waste Infrastructure Credits. This
is contributing towards the reduction of waste sent to landfill, promoting renewable
energy, recycling and stimulating growth.</p><p> </p>
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