Recycling news & research
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Council news
Explore more this summer: Free family fun on Buckinghamshire's high streets - Buckinghamshire Council
Buckinghamshire Council · 21 Jul 2026
Industry news
Urban Outfitters to join Sheffield’s Heart of the City transformation
Urban Outfitters is taking up space at Sheffield City Council’s flagship Heart of the City regeneration project, after agreeing a lease for 8,500 sq ft of retail space.
Retail Gazette · 21 Jul 2026
Research & science
Light-Driven Deaminative Formal Nucleophilic Substitution Via C(sp - ACS Publications
ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering (ACS) · 21 Jul 2026
Research & science
Does dark energy really exist? Our work identifies cracks in the foundations of today’s cosmological model
The expansion of the universe may not in fact be accelerating, calling dark energy into question.
University of Oxford — The Conversation institution feed · 21 Jul 2026
Council news
Annual Electoral Register Canvass 2026 – Look out for your canvass communication by email or post - Big Blue Door
North Kesteven Council · 21 Jul 2026
Research & science
Ancient mystery on K’gari as world’s largest sand island lakes dried up during rainy era
Ancient sediment reveals that some of K’gari’s deepest lakes vanished around 7,500 years ago, despite unusually heavy rainfall. The surprising discovery suggests changing winds and future climate shifts could threaten the sacred lakes known as the Eyes of K’gari.
ScienceDaily — Environmental Science · 21 Jul 2026
Global
Crush! Launches Scented Floor Mats for Gen Z
Crush! launches today with step-activated scented floor mats in six designs, combining biodegradable materials with social media-friendly aesthetics and affordable pricing.
PlasticsToday · 21 Jul 2026
Research & science
‘I can’t work in the farce of climate change cruise tourism anymore’: why Antarctic guides quit their dream jobs
The moral struggles of guiding tourists through a pristine landscape.
The Conversation UK — Environment · 21 Jul 2026
Industry news
Depop introduces The Zara Larsson Edit with global campaign
Resale marketplace Depop has unveiled its newest campaign starring Zara Larsson, with the multi-platinum artist also providing an exclusive edit featuring 20 to 30 pieces. Launching at 1500 EST on 21 July, the shop is curated from the pop artist’s personal wardrobe, alongside upcycled merchandise and “one-of-a-kind fashion finds” including designer pieces. Offered at attainable...
Retail Gazette · 21 Jul 2026
Industry news
Wool waste turned into antibacterial textile finish
New study turns wool waste into functional finish for recycled banana cotton fabric FAISALABAD – Researchers claim post-consumer wool waste […]
Ecotextile News · 21 Jul 2026
Council news
New Chief Executive selected for West Northamptonshire Council
West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) has selected Martin Henry as its new Chief Executive following a rigorous recruitment process this summer.
West Northamptonshire Council · 21 Jul 2026
Research & science
5 lessons from 20 years of climate surveys: Political party matters, but it doesn’t explain everything
Why would a young Republican back solar but reject a carbon tax? Twenty years of survey data shows climate opinion is more complex than party labels suggest.
The Conversation US — Environment · 21 Jul 2026
Council news
Thousands of Barnsley residents set to save over £1.4 million on water bills
Thousands of Barnsley residents are set to have more money in their pockets thanks to a successful partnership between Barnsley Council and Yorkshire Water.By working together and sharing data, the...
Barnsley Council · 21 Jul 2026
Research & science
Swansea University honours trio behind 60 years of student volunteering in Swansea
Three former Swansea University students have been honoured with honorary master’s degrees in recognition of a volunteering initiative they launched more than 60 years ago that continues to make a lasting difference across Swansea.
Swansea University News · 21 Jul 2026
Council news
Update on works taking place on Pytchley Road, Kettering
All works along Pytchley Road will be completed by Tuesday 18 August
North Northamptonshire Council · 21 Jul 2026
Council news
West Thames College granted renewed 125-year lease for De Brome building in Feltham
Hounslow Council has granted a 125-year lease of the De Brome Building in Feltham to West Thames College (WTC), commencing in the new academic year, September 2026.
Hounslow Council · 21 Jul 2026
Global
How Used Cooking Oil Supports Recycling and Renewable Fuels
Millions of gallons of used cooking oil are generated each year, yet much goes unrecovered. Recycling and rendering help divert the material from waste streams while supporting renewable fuel production and protecting municipal infrastructure.
Waste360 · 21 Jul 2026
Industry news
Textile dye recovery meets reality – Part I
Can dyes themselves become circular, or is the industry chasing a technically impressive but commercially marginal fix? Part one of […]
Ecotextile News · 21 Jul 2026
Council news
Celebrate this Summer at Erewash Museum! - Erewash Borough Council
Erewash Council · 21 Jul 2026
Research & science
China’s Chang’e-6 reveals why solar wind hits the Moon’s two sides differently
China’s Chang’e-6 samples have uncovered a surprising difference between the Moon’s two hemispheres. Solar wind particles penetrated deeper into the far-side soil because Earth’s magnetosphere slows the particles that reach the near side. Noble gases locked inside the lunar regolith preserved evidence of this uneven bombardment. These gases may even help scientists reconstruct the ancient histo…
ScienceDaily — Environmental Science · 21 Jul 2026
Industry news
Stellenanzeige Territory Sales Officer - Pro bei Unilever - Unilever Global
Unilever news · 21 Jul 2026
Industry news
CPRE Surrey response to Waverley Borough Local Plan Part 2 - CPRE
CPRE (the countryside charity) · 21 Jul 2026
Council news
City council set to bring forward new nature conservation sites for Birmingham
Birmingham City Council is proposing creating new nature conservation sites and extending current ones across the city in a report going to cabinet next week.
Birmingham Council · 21 Jul 2026
Industry news
Report: Businesses 'increasingly frustrated' at poor state of England's water supply
Aldersgate Group urges government to go further and faster in reforming water sector in order to unlock much needed investment in tackling pollution and boosting climate resilience
BusinessGreen · 21 Jul 2026
Industry news
Report: Businesses 'increasingly frustrated' at poor state of England's water supply - BusinessGreen
BusinessGreen — waste topic · 21 Jul 2026
Research & science
COSMOSol: efficient solvent screening for polymer additives with open-source COSMO-SAC - The Royal Society of Chemistry
Green Chemistry (RSC) · 21 Jul 2026
Research & science
Solid-state hydrogen storage in metal hydrides: mechanistic insights into kinetics, activation, and destabilization strategies - The Royal Society of Chemistry
Green Chemistry (RSC) · 21 Jul 2026
Council news
Plan to deliver a ‘first of its kind’ Specialist Children’s Assessment Centre - news.wrexham.gov.uk
Wrexham Council · 21 Jul 2026
Research & science
Passive radiative cooling materials for extreme weather: mechanisms, design strategies, and application advances - The Royal Society of Chemistry
Green Chemistry (RSC) · 21 Jul 2026
Council news
B&M fined £2 million following Birmingham City Council prosecution over serious food hygiene failings
B&M Retail Ltd has been fined £2 million after Birmingham City Council successfully prosecuted the retailer for food hygiene offences identified at three Birmingham stores.
Birmingham Council · 21 Jul 2026
Industry news
Riviana responds to clean-label protein demand with new pulse and whole-grain ingredients
US-based rice producer Riviana Foods has expanded its pulse and whole-grain portfolio with two new gluten-free, clean-label ingredient innovations.
FoodBev Media · 21 Jul 2026
Council news
£500,000 transformation takes shape at Bradwell Dingle
An exciting £500,000 transformation of Bradwell Dingle is taking shape, bringing modern play, fitness and recreational facilities to the heart of the community.
Newcastle-under-Lyme Council · 21 Jul 2026
Policy & government
LEO - Workforce Resources - State of Michigan (.gov)
Michigan EGLE · 21 Jul 2026
Policy & government
LEO - Workforce Development (WD) - State of Michigan (.gov)
Michigan EGLE · 21 Jul 2026
Policy & government
LEO - A look ahead to 2026 - State of Michigan (.gov)
Michigan EGLE · 21 Jul 2026
Industry news
Noumi enters takeover deal wth Arrovest - Just Drinks
Just Drinks — sustainability · 21 Jul 2026
Council news
New contractor appointed as Touchstones Rochdale transformation moves up
The redevelopment of Touchstones Rochdale, the borough’s major arts and heritage venue is progressing with the appointment of construction company Schofield and Sons.
Rochdale Council · 21 Jul 2026
Council news
PLANNING APPLICATION DETAILS - planning.hillingdon.gov.uk
Hillingdon Council · 21 Jul 2026
Policy & government
Rural communities placed at the heart of Welsh Government - gov.wales
Welsh Government News · 21 Jul 2026
Council news
Chelmsford City Council’s inclusive green spaces project presented in parliament - Chelmsford City Life
Chelmsford Council · 21 Jul 2026