The vision The Mayor’s vision is that London will become a world leader in municipal waste management, utilising innovative techniques and technologies to minimise the climate change impact of municipal waste and to fully exploit its massive economic value. The aim is to reduce the amount of municipal waste generated by the capital, significantly increase recycling and composting performance, and to generate energy from rubbish that cannot be reused or recycled, in the most environmentally friendly way possible.

1.	What do you think are the key issues that need to be addressed in order to achieve this vision?

The objectives The Mayor has identified the following objectives to help achieve his vision: 1. To provide Londoners with the knowledge, infrastructure and incentives to change the way they manage    municipal waste: to reduce the amount of waste generated, encourage the reuse of items that are currently    thrown away, and to recycle or compost as much material as possible. 2. To minimise the impact of municipal waste management on our environment and reduce the carbon    footprint of London’s municipal waste. 3. To unlock the massive economic value of London’s municipal waste through increased levels of reuse,    recycling, composting and the generation of clean energy from waste. 4. To manage the bulk of London’s municipal waste within London’s boundary, through investment in new    waste infrastructure.

2.	Do you think that these are the correct objectives, is there anything additional that the Mayor should be focussing on?

3.	The Mayor has identified 6 policy areas that he will work in to deliver his vision for London's waste. Please select the policies from the list below that you would like to comment on. When you check a box more detailed information about the policy will appear along with space for your comments.
	Policy 1: Inform producers and consumers of the value of reducing, reusing and recycling
	Policy 2: Setting a CO2eq standard for municipal waste managementactivities to reduce their impact on climate change
	Policy3: Capture the economic benefits of municipal waste management
	Policy 4: Achieving high municipal waste recycling and composting rates
	Policy 5: Catalysing municipal waste infrastructure in London, particularly low-carbon technologies
	Policy 6: Achieving a high level of street cleanliness

Policy 1: Inform producers and consumers of the value of reducing, reusing and recycling. Vision Consumers understand and respond to the value of reducing, reusing and recycling municipal waste. From vision to policy The Mayor will work with local authorities, the third sector, businesses and the waste industry to promote the reduction, reuse and recycling of municipal waste, with the aim of decreasing the amount of municipal waste produced.

From policy to action - proposals Proposal 1.1 Setting waste reduction and reuse targets  -  The Mayor will set a London-wide target to reduce household waste by 10 per cent per household, of 2008/09     levels, by 2020 and increasing to 20 per cent per household by 2031.  -  The Mayor will set a target to increase the amount of London’s municipal waste that could be reused or repaired     from 6,000 tonnes (0.15 per cent of municipal waste) each year in 2008 to 40,000 tonnes (one per cent) a year     in 2015 and 120,000 tonnes (three percent) a year in 2031.

Proposal 1.2 Supporting London-wide communications campaigns that promote municipal waste reduction, reuse and recycling  -  The Mayor will work with WRAP, London boroughs and the London Community Resource Network to deliver Recycle     for London as a communications programme encouraging waste reduction, reuse and recycling among both     consumers and producers.  The London Waste and Recycling Board has awarded funds to the Recycle for London     communications programme for the three year period 2010-2013.  -  The Mayor, through Recycle for London, will promote Zero Waste Places projects in London as a means to showcase     best practice and encourage London boroughs to participate in the scheme.  -  The Mayor, through Recycle for London, will provide communications support to London boroughs that obtain funding     from the London Waste and Recycling Board to improve recycling in flats (see Policy 4 for details of the programme to     develop recycling in flats).

-  The London Waste and Recycling Board has allocated funds to develop a London-wide reuse network.  The Mayor will     work with London waste authorities, the London Waste and Recycling Board and the London Community Resource     Network to develop the London Reuse Network, promoting waste reduction and reuse initiatives in the third sector,     such as furniture reuse schemes, which can support and supplement existing local authority waste collection services.

Proposal 1.3 Reducing the amount of municipal waste entering the waste stream  -  The Mayor will work with businesses to help them reduce waste and improve resource efficiency, using the Mayor’s     Green Procurement Code.  -  The Mayor will identify leading businesses to work with the London Waste and Recycling Board as a network of mentors     to small businesses wanting to improve resource efficiency and reduce waste.  -  The Mayor will work with business to hold a packaging and product design competition aimed at “designing out” waste     from the start.

Proposal 1.4 Tackling barriers to providing effective reuse services  -  The Mayor will work with third sector organisations, the London Waste and Recycling Board and waste authorities to     tackle barriers that make it hard for the third sector to deliver local authority reuse and recycling services by:        a) providing funding through the London Waste and Recycling Board to develop a reuse network that would allow            reuse organisations to work together to share resources and bid more effectively for local authority reuse and            recycling services.        b) working with waste authorities to link their bulky waste services, where practicable, with local reuse services, when            developing municipal waste contracts.

4.	What are your views on the Mayor's targets for reduction and reuse? Are they achievable, or stretching enough?

5.	What do you see as the key considerations for developing a successful London-wide reuse network?

6.	Do you have any suggestions of businesses that might mentor small businesses to improve resource efficiency?

7.	Any further comments on this policy?

Policy 2 - Setting a CO2eq standard for municipal waste management activities to reduce their impact on climate change. Vision The way London’s municipal waste is managed can and should deliver the greatest possible CO2eq savings, by reducing waste and increasing reuse, recycling and composting more, and generating low carbon energy. From vision to policy The Mayor will set a minimum lifecycle CO2eq emissions performance standard (EPS) for the management of London’s municipal waste.  This EPS will inform the way waste authorities perform their role in managing municipal waste, as they will need to make sure the collection, treatment, energy recovery and final disposal of municipal waste collectively meets the EPS, or demonstrate that they have steps in place to meet it in the near future.

In addition to setting the EPS, the Mayor will set a minimum CO2eq performance for energy generation from London’s non-recycled (residual) municipal waste, such that energy is generated in a way that is no more polluting in carbon terms than the new base load energy generation it replaces.  London waste authorities will need to make sure energy generated from their residual waste meets this minimum performance, or demonstrates that they have steps in place to meet it in the near future.

From policy to action: Proposal 2.1  The Mayor will work with waste authorities to apply the Mayor’s waste hierarchy in delivering their municipal waste management functions in a way that achieves the greatest possible CO2eq savings. Proposal 2.2  Using Defra’s Waste and Resources Assessment Tool for the Environment (WRATE), the Mayor will set a lifecycle CO2eq EPS for the management of London’s municipal waste.  The EPS will be set to achieve the greatest climate change mitigation benefits from London’s municipal waste at least cost.  London’s performance against the EPS will be monitored and reported annually. Proposal 2.3  In addition to setting the EPS, the Mayor will set a minimum CO2eq performance for energy generation from London’s residual municipal waste. This minimum CO2eq performance will ensure energy generated from this waste will be less polluting than the new base load energy generation it replaced.

Proposal 2.4  The Mayor will work with the Environment Agency to develop a web-based “ready reckoner” tool that waste authorities can use to determine the CO2eq  performance of their municipal waste management activities easily, and compare them against the EPS and minimum CO2eq performance for energy generation. Proposal 2.5 The Mayor will work with the Environment Agency and waste authorities to ensure that achieving the EPS will not have any significant adverse impacts on other environmental considerations, such as air quality and biodiversity.   Proposal 2.6  The Mayor, through Transport for London (TfL), will work with waste authorities to maximise cost efficiencies and reduce the environmental impact of transporting municipal waste.  The Mayor will encourage waste authorities to join TFL’s Freight Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) to help make the transport of waste safer, greener and more efficient.

8.	What do you think about a CO2 equivalent approach to managing waste? What are the pros and cons, and considerations that must be taken into account with this approach?

9.	Any further comments on this policy?

Policy 3: Capture the economic benefits of municipal waste management Vision The approach to managing London’s municipal waste changes from ‘a problem to be disposed of’ to ‘an opportunity to be exploited’. From vision to policy The Mayor will work with waste authorities and third sector organisations to ensure that London is taking steps to maximise the economic benefits to London from its waste management.

From policy to action The Mayor, through the London Waste and Recycling Board, will: Proposal 3.1 Identify and implement efficiencies in municipal waste management in London.  This will include, but not be limited to, working with London Councils and waste authorities to explore the opportunities to establish joint waste authority procurement contracts that would bring about economies of scale. Proposal 3.2  Establish a framework of waste collection contracts from which waste collection authorities can draw down services. Proposal 3.3  Work with London Councils and Capital Ambition to develop model municipal waste contracts for waste authorities to use.   Proposal 3.4  Seek to provide investment to help waste authorities and the private sector establish waste management facilities that achieve the greatest reductions in greenhouse gas emissions including facilities for reuse, upcycling and closed loop recycling.

Proposal 3.5  Help waste authorities that are interested in building and operating their own waste facilities to develop those facilities, particularly where they are able to work in partnership with other waste authorities.

10.	What do you think are the key issues in establishing joint procurement contracts for waste authorities?

11.	What support might waste authorities most need from the Mayor in order to deliver and operate their own waste facilities?

12.	Any further comments on this policy?

Policy 4 - Achieving high municipal waste recycling and composting rates Vision Recycling or composting in London will be a straightforward part of Londoners’ lives, to achieve high rates of municipal waste recycling and composting. From vision to policy The Mayor will work with London’s waste authorities, the London Waste and Recycling Board, and the private sector, to provide municipal waste recycling and composting collection services that are accessible and as consistent as possible across London, and provide incentive for households and businesses to utilise these services.

From policy to action Proposal 4.1 The Mayor will set recycling and composting (including anaerobic digestion) targets for London’s municipal waste of 45 per cent by 2015, 50 per cent by 2020 and 60 per cent by 2031 Proposal 4.2  The Mayor, through the London Waste and Recycling Board’s best-practice co-ordinator service, will work with waste authorities to develop cost-effective and easily accessible recycling and composting services to all London households.  The aim is to showcase good practice and identify opportunities to deliver high quality, consistent and cost-effective collection services, achieving high rates of recycling and composting. Proposal 4.3  The Mayor will work with waste authorities and the London Waste and Recycling Board to help waste authorities provide recycling and composting collections for small businesses, comparable with those services provided for households.

Proposal 4.4  The Mayor, through the London Waste and Recycling Board, has allocated £5 million to fund infrastructure measures to increase recycling or composting rates from flats, particularly those offering social housing. Proposal 4.5  The Mayor will work with waste authorities to increase recycling and composting at local Reuse and Recycling Centres.   Proposal 4.6  The Mayor will work with waste authorities to provide incentives for Londoners to recycle and compost. Proposal 4.7  The Mayor will work with waste authorities, TfL and the private sector to provide “on-the-go” recycling bins across London. Proposal 4.8  The Mayor, through the London Waste and Recycling Board’s best practice co-ordinator service, will fund Capital Waste Facts, which collates municipal waste collection services and information across all London boroughs. Proposal 4.9  The Mayor will ask government to consider implementing a national deposit system for cans and bottles.

13.	What do you see as the key barriers in working to ensure recycling and composting is a straightforward part of Londoners' lives?

14.	What are your views on the recycling targets set by the Mayor - are they achievable or stretching enough?

15.	What specific role do you think the Mayor has to play in improving recycling across London?

16.	Any further comments on this policy?

Policy 5 - Catalysing municipal waste infrastructure in London, particularly low-carbon technologies Vision London manages the bulk of its municipal waste within the Greater London area by investing in appropriate waste infrastructure. From vision to policy The Mayor, through the London Waste and Recycling Board, will work with waste authorities, businesses and other stakeholders to develop municipal waste infrastructure in London.

From policy to action Proposal 5. 1  The Mayor, through the London Waste and Recycling Board, will secure investment in London’s waste infrastructure:  -  The Mayor and the boroughs, through the board’s funds, will provide financial assistance for facilities     for the collection, treatment or disposal of waste produced in London.  -  The Mayor and the boroughs, through the board’s brokerage service, will seek to involve external partners     who are able to make financial and in-kind investments to increase the value of the board’s fund.  This will     be achieved through a number of mechanisms, including the formation of joint ventures, and participation in     other funding schemes, such as EU match funding.    -  The Mayor will work with the boroughs to demonstrate the case for continued funding for the board beyond     2012, when current funding is scheduled to cease.

Proposal 5. 2  The Mayor, through the London Waste and Recycling Board, will catalyse waste infrastructure in London, particularly those using low-carbon technologies:  -  The Mayor will, through the board, work with waste authorities and the private sector to develop new facilities     and improve existing facilities for reuse, recycling, composting and renewable energy in London.  -  The Mayor will work with the board, the GLA Group and waste authorities to generate as much energy as     possible from London’s organic waste and non-recyclable waste to achieve the greatest environmental     benefits.  This will be done through a combination of introducing new technologies and using London’s existing     incinerators to generate heat and power.

-  The Mayor will, through the Mayor’s Food to Fuel Alliance, aim to catalyse at least five exemplar food waste     projects in London by 2012.  The Food to Fuel Alliance will support food waste projects that generate renewable     heat and power (including transport fuel), and compost material for local use.  -  The Mayor will work with London’s incinerator operators to look at making London’s incinerators carbon neutral     by using heat from the incineration process that is currently being wasted.  -  The Mayor, through the GLA Group’s Decentralised Energy Programme, has the opportunity to work with     Southwark, Lewisham, the SELCHP operator and other stakeholders to develop a heat infrastructure to supply     affordable low-carbon heat to local housing estates and public and private sector buildings in Southwark and     Lewisham.

Proposal 5. 3  The Mayor will work with waste authorities to manage as much of London’s waste as possible within London to achieve regional self-sufficiency targets as set out in the London Plan:  -  The Mayor, when reviewing municipal waste contracts and waste strategies, will work with waste authorities     to intensify and re-orientate waste sites in their control, so that more of London’s waste can be treated in London     wherever possible.  He will also consider all aspects of the development of new or planned sites, including good     design, and the development of new technologies for energy recovery.

-  The Mayor, through the London Waste and Recycling Board, will work with waste authorities, landowners and     other stakeholders to develop a waste site framework, which would set out opportunities for developing new     waste infrastructure, looking at the most suitable sites and surrounding land uses; and linking where appropriate     to the GLA Group’s heat map network and www.londonbrownfieldsites.org.  -  The Mayor will hold an open dialogue with local authority leaders to identify where the opportunities are for     developing waste infrastructure in London.  The Mayor will also actively explore opportunities to use land owned     by the GLA group for managing municipal waste.

5. 4 The Mayor, through TfL, will encourage the movement of waste via sustainable modes of transport.  -  The Mayor, through TFL, will promote sustainable forms of transport for waste, maximising the potential of rail     and water transport.  -  The Mayor, through TFL, will work with waste authorities to make better use of London’s wharves and canals     for developing the city’s waste infrastructure.

17.	Do you think the London should be working towards a vision where it manages most of its waste within its boundaries?

18.	What do you think will be the key barriers in delivering a waste sector in London that is capable of managing the bulk of its municipal waste within its boundaries?

19.	Any further comments on this policy?

Policy 6: Achieving a high level of street cleanliness Vision Londoners should enjoy a consistently high standard of street cleanliness regardless of where they are living, working or visiting in London. From vision to policy The Mayor will work with London boroughs, businesses and public transport providers to develop and implement a programme of work to make London a clean and pleasant city to live in and visit.

From policy to action The Mayor will: Proposal 6.1 Work with London Councils and the London boroughs to develop a mobile and online reporting and recording system for litter and fly-tipping. Proposal 6.2  Work with local authorities to improve enforcement of environmental crimes, including litter and graffiti. Proposal 6.3  Encourage boroughs to recycle or compost their street cleaning waste where practicable. Proposal 6.4  Work with a range of partners, including London boroughs and the private sector, to provide on-street recycling opportunities and to recycle waste from London’s events.

Proposal 6.5 Work with the London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games, the Capital Clean-Up campaign, Thames 21 and other voluntary organisations to undertake the biggest clean up ever, after the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Proposal 6.6  Work with London Councils and the London boroughs to develop a road map towards a plastic-bag-free London. Proposal 6.7  Work with gum manufacturers and London boroughs to reduce the blight of chewing gum on London’s streets by piloting biodegradable gum in London. Proposal 6.8  Work with London boroughs, tobacco companies and tobacco retailers to develop a London wide smoking-related litter reduction programme. Proposal 6.9  Apply to the Chewing Gum Action Group for funding for a behaviour change communications programme on litter and chewing gum for London in the years leading up to 2012.

Proposal 6.10  Work with Transport for London and London Underground to empower Londoners and visitors to be more responsible with their rubbish while on London’s transport network.

20.	What are the key considerations the Mayor should be making in promoting high levels of street cleanliness?

21.	What do you think is the Mayor's role in promoting a litter free environment? Are these the right actions for the Mayor to be taking, are there any others he should be considering?

22.	Any further comments on this policy?

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