Recycling news: 2025

Global Mad Surfer-Scientist Discovers Solution for Plastic Pollution https://www.surfer.com/news/surfer-scientist-discovers-solution-for-plastic-pollution Bioplastics News · 21 Oct 2025 Industry news A Look at the Platform Reshaping Estonia’s Auto Parts Industry Sven Kimmel, owner of Demontering OÜ, explains how Ovoko has become the top platform for selling car parts in Estonia, thanks to its easy-to-use tools, affordable shipping, and strong . He also shares his thoughts on bigger changes in the industry, such as the new EU End-of-Life Vehicle (ELV) Regulation, the increasing role of automation and AI, and a new project with insurance companies that c… Auto Recycling World · 21 Oct 2025 Global Taghleef Industries rebrands Nativia biobased film range https://www.labelsandlabeling.com/news/substrates-adhesives/taghleef-industries-rebrands-nativia-biobased-film-range Bioplastics News · 21 Oct 2025 Industry news Copart Are Ready To Respond This Winter As winter approaches, Copart stands fully prepared to support its customers across the UK and Ireland, ensuring fast, efficient, and reliable service no matter what the weather brings. ATF Professional · 21 Oct 2025 Global As compost program launches, squirrels have already eaten holes in this Windsor green bin https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/windsor/squirrel-eats-into-windsor-green-bin-9.6945893 Bioplastics News · 21 Oct 2025 Policy & government Chancellor cuts pointless admin in nearly £6 billion business blitz The Chancellor will kick off the first ever Regional Investment Summit with a blitz on business bureaucracy announcing further cuts to red tape and promising to save UK firms nearly £6 billion per year by the end of Parliament. GOV.UK · 21 Oct 2025 Global Young students invent incredible plastic alternative made from unexpected material: ‘Very durable and stretchy’ Bioplastics News · 21 Oct 2025 Global China plans to rip off Cambodia with waste China intends to export its plastic waste to Cambodia. Has China suddenly invented a new recycling method of are they trying to do what the West did to China for decades … use the country as a landfill to dump their plastic waste? https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501776214/china-firm-urged-to-invest-in-waste-recycling-in-cambodia Bioplastics News · 21 Oct 2025 Policy & government Reforming anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing supervision This consultation sets out four potential models for reform of the UK’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing supervisory system. GOV.UK · 21 Oct 2025 Policy & government Joint statement on regional investment from UK public investment bodies CEOs of UK public investment bodies have issued a joint statement reaffirming their shared commitment to delivering the government’s regional growth and investment agenda. GOV.UK · 21 Oct 2025 Global Soil fungus and calcium team up to break down bioplastics faster (National Taiwan University) https://phys.org/news/2025-10-soil-fungus-calcium-team-bioplastics.html Bioplastics News · 21 Oct 2025 Global Biodegradable plastic from bamboo is stronger and easier to recycle Bioplastics News · 21 Oct 2025 Industry news The RECOUP Summit: The Challenge of Future Advancements The post The RECOUP Summit: The Challenge of Future Advancements appeared first on RECOUP . RECOUP · 21 Oct 2025 Global The Bioplastics Week It's the Bioplastics Week, I think. As usual the communication is not very pro. Bioplastics News · 21 Oct 2025 Industry news Ilika’s solid-state pilot line now operational Ilika, a UK company specialising in solid-state battery technology, has completed final commissioning of its automated assembly line, confirming full operational status at its Goliath pilot production facility.The automation enhances manufacturing yield and product consistency, enabling Ilika to supply increased volumes of Goliath solid-state batteries for internal validation and customer testi… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 21 Oct 2025 Global Eco-Products Wins Balpex Innovation Center Award for Veda Reusable Containers New line recognized for reducing waste and simplifying reuse programs for campus dining halls and other foodservice operations Bioplastics News · 21 Oct 2025 Industry news New panel will shape future of West Midlands transport Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) is establishing a Design Excellence Panel to ensure all future transport infrastructure projects meet the highest standards of design, accessibility and sustainability. The panel will act as an independent advisory body, providing expert guidance to project teams throughout the development lifecycle of schemes across the region’s rail, bus, tram and […] Air Quality News · 21 Oct 2025 Policy & government Foreign Secretary speech at the Global Fund's high-level event The Rt Hon Yvette Cooper, Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, calls for continued support to tackle AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria, at London event ahead of the Global Fund's 8th Replenishment Pledging Summit. GOV.UK · 21 Oct 2025 Policy & government DCMS Sectors Economic Estimates Methodology The Economic Estimates series include Official and Accredited Official Statistics published by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). GOV.UK · 21 Oct 2025 Policy & government DCMS Sectors Economic Estimates: Trade, 2022 and 2023 Official statistics estimating the contribution of DCMS sectors to the UK economy, measured by imports and exports of goods and services. GOV.UK · 21 Oct 2025 Industry news NLWA and London Fire Brigade partner to curb battery fires The North London Waste Authority (NLWA) has launched a public awareness campaign to tackle the increasing number of fires caused by electricals at its waste facilities. Backed by the London Fire Brigade, the Lead the Charge campaign focuses on five key fire-risk items: electric toothbrushes, smartphones, e-scooter batteries, vapes and power tools. Many of these … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 21 Oct 2025 Industry news Georgia Power builds 200MW BESS Georgia Power has commenced construction of a 200MW battery energy storage system (BESS) in Twiggs County, southeast of Macon, Georgia.The project, adjacent to the existing Twiggs County Solar facility, is designed to rapidly dispatch stored energy over a four-hour window. The BESS aims to bolster grid reliability and resilience while enhancing the value of intermittent… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 21 Oct 2025 Policy & government Ms J Davidson v National Express Ltd: [2025] EAT 151 Employment Appeal Tribunal Judgment of Judge Auerbach on 21 October 2025. GOV.UK · 21 Oct 2025 Policy & government Universities to deliver better outcomes in return for full fees Post-16 education and skills white paper to boost opportunity for disadvantaged students, hold universities to account and put sector on firm financial footing. GOV.UK · 21 Oct 2025 Policy & government Providing supported internships for young people with an EHC plan Guidance on how to provide supported internships for young people with special educational needs and an education, health and care (EHC) plan. GOV.UK · 21 Oct 2025 Industry news Forests: The silent superpower of carbon capture in the carbon economy Explore emerging technologies that shape the global energy, environment, and sustainability sectors in this special forest focus. Open Access Government — Environment · 21 Oct 2025 Policy & government Cookham Wood Prison Cookham Wood is a men's prison in Rochester, Kent. GOV.UK · 21 Oct 2025 Council news Short breaks and respite - Herefordshire Council Herefordshire Council · 21 Oct 2025 Council news Hear Me children's rights and advocacy service - Herefordshire Council Herefordshire Council · 21 Oct 2025 Industry news Why incorrect vape disposal is a growing national concern Rubbish trucks ablaze on residential streets. Bin lorries forced to dump burning waste. Recycling centres evacuated due to sudden fires. Incidents like these are becoming an alarming pattern across the UK, and are often attributed to incorrect vape disposal. Der Beitrag Why incorrect vape disposal is a growing national concern erschien zuerst auf United Kingdom (EN) . ERP UK (European Recycling Platform) · 21 Oct 2025 Industry news Veolia EfW facility to supply energy to 1,618 residents in London New heat network to supply 1,618 residential properties using energy supplied from Veolia’s waste incineration facility in South East London. Circular Online (CIWM) · 21 Oct 2025 Industry news Hearing begins in Biffa’s £166m case over delayed Scottish DRS An eight-day hearing has begun today (21 October 2025) at the Court of Session in Edinburgh in the case of Biffa Waste Services versus the Scottish Ministers. The waste management company seeks damages of around £166 million following delays to Scotland’s planned Deposit Return Scheme (DRS). The Proof before Answer session will begin today at … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 21 Oct 2025 Industry news East Penn unveils Armor Alloy Technology East Penn Manufacturing has unveiled its exclusive Armor Alloy Technology at the 7x24 International Exchange Conference in San Antonio, Texas.The advanced technology enhances the Deka HRC range of products that power critical data centre operations, particularly for hyperscale applications.Developed through extensive scientific research, the Armor Alloy Technology merges a pure lead grid with a… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 21 Oct 2025 Policy & government Defence Secretary John Healey MP Mansion House Defence and Security Lecture 2025 Defence Secretary John Healey MP gave the Lord Mayor’s Mansion House Defence and Security Lecture on Monday 20 October 2025. GOV.UK · 21 Oct 2025 Council news Adult Social Care Hub - BCP Council Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council · 21 Oct 2025 Industry news Environment, sustainability, and governance reporting cannot rely on 1980s technology With Microsoft Excel turning 40 this month, we reflect on how environmental and data management and emissions reporting has evolved beyond simple spreadsheets. For decades, companies have relied on spreadsheets to track complex, dynamic data – from finances to carbon footprints. But as powerful as Excel is, in today’s world, businesses are starting to […] Environment Journal · 21 Oct 2025 Industry news Possible calls for end to private jet tax breaks in Autumn Budget Environmental campaign group Possible is urging the Chancellor to close tax loopholes benefiting private jet users, arguing that fairer aviation taxation could raise hundreds of millions of pounds for public services. The campaign comes ahead of the government’s upcoming Budget, with Possible highlighting what it describes as a stark disparity in how ordinary motorists and […] Air Quality News · 21 Oct 2025 Industry news TDK and Gelion partner for sulphur battery innovation Gelion, a UK-based energy storage innovator, has announced a collaboration with Japan's TDK Corporation to advance sulphur battery technology.This partnership aims to revolutionise sulphur battery technology using Gelion’s Sulphur Cathode Active Material (CAM), developed in collaboration with the Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces (MPI).The multi-year agreement will focus on develo… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 21 Oct 2025 Industry news The University of Manchester ‘goes circular’ with Floreeda partnership Acrylic manufacturer Floreeda has partnered with the University of Manchester and Manchester School of Architecture to repurpose plastic waste. Circular Online (CIWM) · 21 Oct 2025 Global Guest Blog: The hidden cost of unmanaged waste — and how cities can break free ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 21 Oct 2025