The Plastics Problem
The Plastics Problem
About this training
There are several barriers to recycling more plastic that arise from a combination of consumer behaviour, processing limitations, and broader economic factors. This micro training course explores how plastic is handled and addresses the challenges that the UK faces in developing a circular economy for plastic.

This short 20-minute course provides interactive e-learning to help you to develop a greater understanding of managing waste plastic and what it means for key stakeholders across the UK.

IMPORTANT – PLEASE NOTE BEFORE BOOKING
a) All candidates taking this e-learning course, MUST have an individual email address.
b) If purchasing multiple licences, then please send a note of the candidates’ names and email addresses to training@ciwm.co.uk.

What will I learn on the course?
• Environmental impact of plastic waste
• Understanding the barriers associated with plastic recycling
• Addressing consumer behaviour and the challenges they face
• The importance of separating plastics
• A review of the economics of plastic recycling
• Case studies illustrating challenges and opportunities for the plastic recycling sector

Who is it for?
• All staff at all levels
• CIWM members
What are the entry requirements for this course?
You do not require any prior knowledge of waste and resource management to enrol in this course.

How will I benefit from taking the course?
Once you have completed this training, you will have a greater understanding of plastic recycling in the UK and the challenges and opportunities we currently face.
You can continue your professional development by enrolling on one of the following:
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• Introduction to DRS
• Introduction to pEPR
• Introduction to Plastics Tax
• Duty of Care

General Information
Certificate: Yes
Duration: 20 minutes
Legislation used: UK
Contributes to CPD: Yes

How will I access the course?
To book this training you must sign in or create an account - please complete this process on the right of this page. Once you have booked you will be emailed with a username, password and a link to access the training.
Discounted member price: 0.00
13.68
You could save: 100.0%