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New incinerators are set to be blocked by Labour ministers if they do not help meet environmental objectives_Nhy

New incinerators will be blocked by the Government if they do not help meet environmental objectives under rules unveiled on Monday.

Developers will have to show that their project either helps reduce the amount of non-recyclable waste going to landfill, or replaces an older, less efficient incinerator.

The move forms part of the Government’s drive to increase recycling rates, which have held at about 45 per cent of household waste since 2015.

Environment minister Mary Creagh said: ‘For far too long, the nation has seen its recycling rates stagnate and relied on burning household waste, rather than supporting communities to keep resources in use for longer.

‘That ends today, with clear conditions for new energy from waste plants – they must be efficient and support net zero and our economic growth mission, before they can get the backing needed to be built.’

Developers will also have to ensure their incinerators are ready for carbon capture technology, and demonstrate how the heat they produce can be used to help cut heating bills for households.

The Marchwood ERF incineration plant in Southampton. New incinerators will have to be shown to help meet environmental objectives to not be blocked by ministers

The Marchwood ERF incineration plant in Southampton. New incinerators will have to be shown to help meet environmental objectives to not be blocked by ministers

Developers will have to show hat their project either helps reduce the amount of non-recyclable waste going to landfill or replaces a less efficient incinerator for it to be approved. Pictured: The South East London Heat and Power waste incineration plant

Developers will have to show hat their project either helps reduce the amount of non-recyclable waste going to landfill or replaces a less efficient incinerator for it to be approved. Pictured: The South East London Heat and Power waste incineration plant

Viridor Runcorn Energy Recovery Facility in Runcorn. New incinerators will also have to be ready for carbon capture technology

Viridor Runcorn Energy Recovery Facility in Runcorn. New incinerators will also have to be ready for carbon capture technology

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