Resource Magazine
5 February 2026
WRA warns millions of tonnes of waste wood face landfill without government action
Why It Matters for ITAD
This regulatory development could affect compliance requirements for ITAD operators. New technologies may create opportunities or challenges for equipment processing.
The Wood Recyclers' Association says the end of Renewables Obligation support from 2027 could force widespread biomass plant closures, removing the UK's largest outlet for waste wood and undermining carbon capture ambitions. News Materials Wood Industry Industry Legislation Waste Management Resource Use Recovery Breadcrumb Section Wood Main Magazine Feature 0 Remove Mag Cover bottom Date (Materbi) Friday, February 6, 2026 Keywords waste wood biomass UK, Renewables Obligation scheme expiry, Wood
Key Takeaways
- • WRA warns millions of tonnes of waste wood face landfill without government action.
- • The Wood Recyclers' Association says the end of Renewables Obligation support from 2027 could force widespread biomass plant closures, removing the UK's largest outlet for waste wood and undermining carbon capture ambitions.
