The UK government has announced new rules aimed at restricting the development of new household waste incinerators in England. These regulations seek to ensure that new projects either reduce landfill use or replace less efficient facilities. With nearly half of household waste currently incinerated and growing concerns over environmental impacts, the government hopes that improved recycling efforts will lead to less residual waste in the future. While the industry has responded cautiously, some campaigners welcome the changes, seeing potential for an end to new incineration projects.