incineration
Lewisham Council is currently discussing concerns about the environmental impact of incineration, including air pollution and carbon emissions, as its waste contract approaches expiry.
In November 2026, Lewisham councillors raised concerns about the environmental impact of incineration, a waste treatment process involving burning waste at high temperatures. Councillor Kate Anderson questioned the significant carbon emissions and air pollution from incineration, linking it to the council's waste strategy and climate goals.
The council's contract with its incineration provider is scheduled to expire on 1 January 2029. This upcoming date forms a key part of the ongoing discussion regarding Lewisham's waste and recycling performance and its transition towards a circular economy.
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