Colin Church
@drcolinchurch.bsky.social
CEO of IOM3, the global materials network. CETF Chair. Former CEO of CIWM, civil servant. All my own views though!
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With a new secretary of state at the helm of Defra, @drcolinchurch.bsky.social, CEO @iom3.bsky.social, asks:
👉 What changes might a new minister bring?
👉 What will this mean for England's long awaited Circular Economy Strategy?
Find out in the full blog ⤵️
👉 What changes might a new minister bring?
👉 What will this mean for England's long awaited Circular Economy Strategy?
Find out in the full blog ⤵️
The new secretary of state at Defra must keep the Circular Economy Strategy on track
This post is by Dr Colin Church, CEO of the Institute of Materials, Minerals & Mining, chair of Green Alliance’s Circular Economy Task Force and a member of the government’s Circular Economy Ta…
greenallianceblog.org.uk
September 25, 2025 at 1:44 PM
With a new secretary of state at the helm of Defra, @drcolinchurch.bsky.social, CEO @iom3.bsky.social, asks:
👉 What changes might a new minister bring?
👉 What will this mean for England's long awaited Circular Economy Strategy?
Find out in the full blog ⤵️
👉 What changes might a new minister bring?
👉 What will this mean for England's long awaited Circular Economy Strategy?
Find out in the full blog ⤵️
EPSRC and Defra holding a workshop to gather views from research & innovation ecosystem on future opportunities within the #CircularEconomy. Find out more and register at the link below by 19 May
engagementhub.ukri.org/epsrc-m-ce/c...
engagementhub.ukri.org/epsrc-m-ce/c...
EPSRC-Defra Circular Economy Workshop
- UK Research and Innovation
- Citizen Space
Find and participate in activities run by UK Research and Innovation
engagementhub.ukri.org
May 14, 2025 at 2:18 PM
EPSRC and Defra holding a workshop to gather views from research & innovation ecosystem on future opportunities within the #CircularEconomy. Find out more and register at the link below by 19 May
engagementhub.ukri.org/epsrc-m-ce/c...
engagementhub.ukri.org/epsrc-m-ce/c...
It is going to be very interesting to see what uptake there is for this greener #metals premium. Much received wisdom is that people won’t pay more for greener when push comes to shove, but clearly London Metal Exchange thinks they will.
www.iom3.org/resource/lme...
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London Metal Exchange explores sustainable metal premiums
The LME is engaging with physical market stakeholders on aluminium, copper, nickel and zinc.
www.iom3.org
April 28, 2025 at 7:48 AM
It is going to be very interesting to see what uptake there is for this greener #metals premium. Much received wisdom is that people won’t pay more for greener when push comes to shove, but clearly London Metal Exchange thinks they will.
www.iom3.org/resource/lme...
www.iom3.org/resource/lme...
Scunthorpe can be at the heart of a thriving green steel sector. And we need steel for the UK
greenallianceblog.org.uk/2025/04/11/s...
greenallianceblog.org.uk/2025/04/11/s...
Scunthorpe can be at the heart of a thriving green steel sector
This post is by Dr Colin Church, CEO at The Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining. Note: this is a fast-evolving story. For the latest developments, see the BBC’s live coverage. The crisis at…
greenallianceblog.org.uk
April 11, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Scunthorpe can be at the heart of a thriving green steel sector. And we need steel for the UK
greenallianceblog.org.uk/2025/04/11/s...
greenallianceblog.org.uk/2025/04/11/s...
Quick take from @iom3.bsky.social on what the HM Treasury Spring Statement has for #materials, #minerals & #mining
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IOM3 responds to Spring Budget 2025
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has today (26 March) presented her plans for the economy to Parliament in the 2025 Spring Budget.
www.iom3.org
March 26, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Quick take from @iom3.bsky.social on what the HM Treasury Spring Statement has for #materials, #minerals & #mining
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Congratulations to @profrachelgan.bsky.social Fellow of @iom3.bsky.social and now OBE too!
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IOM3 Fellow recognised in New Year Honours 2025
Professor Rachel Oliver CEng FIMMM was awarded an OBE in the New Year Honours List 2025.
www.iom3.org
January 15, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Congratulations to @profrachelgan.bsky.social Fellow of @iom3.bsky.social and now OBE too!
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www.iom3.org/resource/iom...
Interesting analysis from Defra looking at future residual waste needs for England. Too much #EfW in the pipeline. Much of that will either need not to be built, or will need to replace less efficient plant. Stronger requirement on heat use (‘viable’) & #CCUS too.
www.gov.uk/government/p...
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Residual waste infrastructure capacity note
www.gov.uk
December 30, 2024 at 9:10 PM
Interesting analysis from Defra looking at future residual waste needs for England. Too much #EfW in the pipeline. Much of that will either need not to be built, or will need to replace less efficient plant. Stronger requirement on heat use (‘viable’) & #CCUS too.
www.gov.uk/government/p...
www.gov.uk/government/p...
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The govt's new #CircularEconomy Taskforce is a chance to lead transformational change 🔄 ✨
Our briefing, produced for our own Circular Economy Task Force of businesses (12 years old and counting), sets out 5 tests for the govt’s new strategy: green-alliance.org.uk/briefing/fiv...
1/5 🧵
Our briefing, produced for our own Circular Economy Task Force of businesses (12 years old and counting), sets out 5 tests for the govt’s new strategy: green-alliance.org.uk/briefing/fiv...
1/5 🧵
December 18, 2024 at 5:13 PM
The govt's new #CircularEconomy Taskforce is a chance to lead transformational change 🔄 ✨
Our briefing, produced for our own Circular Economy Task Force of businesses (12 years old and counting), sets out 5 tests for the govt’s new strategy: green-alliance.org.uk/briefing/fiv...
1/5 🧵
Our briefing, produced for our own Circular Economy Task Force of businesses (12 years old and counting), sets out 5 tests for the govt’s new strategy: green-alliance.org.uk/briefing/fiv...
1/5 🧵
Formal announcement of the membership & remit of the UK Government's Circular Economy Taskforce. Its expertise will 'enable co-design of the 1st strategy to begin the transition to a CE in England'. Delighted to be involved with a great group of very knowledgeable folk.
www.gov.uk/government/g...
www.gov.uk/government/g...
Circular Economy Taskforce
The Circular Economy Taskforce is an independent expert advisory group established in November 2024 to support the government in creating a circular economy strategy for England.
www.gov.uk
December 18, 2024 at 4:58 PM
Formal announcement of the membership & remit of the UK Government's Circular Economy Taskforce. Its expertise will 'enable co-design of the 1st strategy to begin the transition to a CE in England'. Delighted to be involved with a great group of very knowledgeable folk.
www.gov.uk/government/g...
www.gov.uk/government/g...
Well, as is traditional, time to reflect a bit on 2024. So, here is the @iom3.bsky.social - enjoy!
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IOM3 2024 End of Year Review
As 2024 ends, we share key highlights and achievements in our End of Year Review.
www.iom3.org
December 17, 2024 at 3:10 PM
Well, as is traditional, time to reflect a bit on 2024. So, here is the @iom3.bsky.social - enjoy!
www.iom3.org/resource/iom...
www.iom3.org/resource/iom...
Congratulations to Dr Colleen Mann, elected @iom3.bsky.social Vice-President from 1 January 2025! www.iom3.org/resource/iom...
IOM3 appoints Vice-President
The Trustees are pleased to announce the election of Dr Colleen Mann CEng FIMMM as IOM3 Vice-President, effective from 1 January 2025.
www.iom3.org
December 16, 2024 at 2:08 PM
Congratulations to Dr Colleen Mann, elected @iom3.bsky.social Vice-President from 1 January 2025! www.iom3.org/resource/iom...
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I got one of these emails today. Do take note!
December 9, 2024 at 10:01 PM
I got one of these emails today. Do take note!
Good to see the UK Government reiterating its commitment to properly addressing #CriticalMaterials #CRM
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IOM3 welcomes announcement of new UK Critical Minerals Strategy
At Resourcing Tomorrow, Minister Sarah Jones announced a new Critical Minerals Strategy will be launched next year.
www.iom3.org
December 4, 2024 at 2:34 PM
Good to see the UK Government reiterating its commitment to properly addressing #CriticalMaterials #CRM
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www.iom3.org/resource/iom...
It is great to welcome @edconway.bsky.social as an Honorary Fellow of @iom3.bsky.social, in recognition of the contribution he is making to public understanding of the key role of materials, minerals, and mining in our society and economy.
www.iom3.org/resource/iom...
www.iom3.org/resource/iom...
IOM3 announces Honorary Fellowship
Journalist and writer Ed Conway was elected to Honorary Fellowship by the IOM3 Executive Board.
www.iom3.org
December 3, 2024 at 4:19 PM
It is great to welcome @edconway.bsky.social as an Honorary Fellow of @iom3.bsky.social, in recognition of the contribution he is making to public understanding of the key role of materials, minerals, and mining in our society and economy.
www.iom3.org/resource/iom...
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This is a really interesting paper from Nick Hatch, looking at some of the issues around meeting the demand for #CriticalRawMaterials. Well worth a read!
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Meeting Critical Raw Materials demand
This report, Impediments and solutions to meeting the world’s demand for Critical Raw Materials, from Nick Hatch looks at global issues of supply.
www.iom3.org
November 25, 2024 at 4:41 PM
This is a really interesting paper from Nick Hatch, looking at some of the issues around meeting the demand for #CriticalRawMaterials. Well worth a read!
www.iom3.org/resource-rep...
www.iom3.org/resource-rep...
Good to spend some time today with the group of leaders for materials science & engineering in some of the key universities. Very interesting to hear more about the challenges they face and to consider how @iom3.bsky.social can help.
November 13, 2024 at 10:56 PM
Good to spend some time today with the group of leaders for materials science & engineering in some of the key universities. Very interesting to hear more about the challenges they face and to consider how @iom3.bsky.social can help.
Well. All of a sudden I seem to have a rush of followers on here. Firstly - thank you! Secondly, I guess someone has put me into their starter pack - also thank you! I hope I will satisfy your interest, o new followers!
November 12, 2024 at 9:04 PM
Well. All of a sudden I seem to have a rush of followers on here. Firstly - thank you! Secondly, I guess someone has put me into their starter pack - also thank you! I hope I will satisfy your interest, o new followers!
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If Abraham Lincoln spoke to "the better angels of our nature", Trump calls to our demons. His victory is a moral, as well as political tragedy.
As others follow his example, progressives will need to think harder about how to respond. As so often, I've been thinking about Gladstone..🧵
As others follow his example, progressives will need to think harder about how to respond. As so often, I've been thinking about Gladstone..🧵
November 6, 2024 at 10:51 AM
If Abraham Lincoln spoke to "the better angels of our nature", Trump calls to our demons. His victory is a moral, as well as political tragedy.
As others follow his example, progressives will need to think harder about how to respond. As so often, I've been thinking about Gladstone..🧵
As others follow his example, progressives will need to think harder about how to respond. As so often, I've been thinking about Gladstone..🧵
In the light of the UK Government Green Paper on an Industrial Strategy, @iom3.bsky.social is seeking members’ input!
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www.iom3.org/resource/uk-...
UK Government publishes Green Paper with sights on modern Industrial Strategy
IOM3 CEO Dr Colin Church welcomes the policy direction, and talks about the role IOM3 members can play in delivering the strategy.
www.iom3.org
October 15, 2024 at 9:48 AM
In the light of the UK Government Green Paper on an Industrial Strategy, @iom3.bsky.social is seeking members’ input!
www.iom3.org/resource/uk-...
www.iom3.org/resource/uk-...
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Burning household rubbish now UK’s dirtiest form of power, BBC finds
Burning household rubbish now UK’s dirtiest form of power, BBC finds
Nearly half of waste is now burned for energy, but BBC analysis finds it is as dirty as coal.
www.bbc.com
October 15, 2024 at 4:47 AM
Burning household rubbish now UK’s dirtiest form of power, BBC finds
Great to see four members of @iom3.bsky.social gaining recognition as Fellows of the Royal Academy of Engineering ! Congratulations to Claire Davis, Sohini Kar-Narayan, Laura Jones and Duncan Wanblad!
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IOM3 members elected to RAEng Fellowship in 2024
New Fellows of the Royal Academy of Engineering this year include four members of IOM3
www.iom3.org
September 18, 2024 at 6:23 PM
Great to see four members of @iom3.bsky.social gaining recognition as Fellows of the Royal Academy of Engineering ! Congratulations to Claire Davis, Sohini Kar-Narayan, Laura Jones and Duncan Wanblad!
www.iom3.org/resource/iom...
www.iom3.org/resource/iom...
Listening to @chrisstark.bsky.social at the #GAEvent talking about his role leading the UK Government’s Clean Power by 2030 Mission. Real passion and belief that, whilst challenging, this is achievable. #NetZero
September 12, 2024 at 8:52 AM
Listening to @chrisstark.bsky.social at the #GAEvent talking about his role leading the UK Government’s Clean Power by 2030 Mission. Real passion and belief that, whilst challenging, this is achievable. #NetZero
Listening to Defra Secretary of State Steve Reed at the Green Alliance reception this evening. Lots of passion in the Westminster Abbey cloisters!
September 4, 2024 at 6:50 PM
Listening to Defra Secretary of State Steve Reed at the Green Alliance reception this evening. Lots of passion in the Westminster Abbey cloisters!
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REF 2029 main panel chair recruitment – REF 2029
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August 21, 2024 at 1:20 PM
Search for Main Panel Chairs for the next Research Excellence Framework (#REF2029) now open until 26/9/24:
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