Recycling news: 2024
Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 31 Jul 2026.
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Industry news
NES Digital Roundtable: ‘Everything must change for everything to stay the same’
Collaborating with Libby Stonell, editor at Letsrecycle.com, the Environmental Services and Solutions Expo (ESS) recently hosted an expert-led, virtual roundtable, bringing together prominent industry professionals to dive into the critical issue of business sustainability and explore solutions and best practices with reference to the National Environmental Services Survey. Taking part in the d…
letsrecycle.com News · 9 Jul 2024
Industry news
enfinium Ferrybridge site receives 700 tonnes of waste in rail trial
This week, enfinium has received its first delivery of waste via train, at its Ferrybridge site in West Yorkshire. This company milestone is said to expand the area that it’s Ferrybridge 1 and 2 facilities can receive unrecyclable waste from, while also reducing road traffic and lowering transport emissions. The trial is designed to highlight … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 9 Jul 2024
Global
BFFP Content Creator Academy Now Accepting Applications
Overview The Content Creator Academy is a communications fellowship program designed for content creators in Asia Pacific—including communications practitioners using different multimedia platforms—with the aim to develop their knowledge, skills, and expertise to effectively and creatively address plastic pollution and the climate crisis by reaching new audiences and inspiring behavior change f…
Break Free From Plastic · 9 Jul 2024
Global
USA: Eastman will Build a Second Molecular Recycling Facility
In March, the American chemical company Eastman informed that it was selected by the Department of Energy (DOE) as one of 33 companies for award negotiations to support Eastman’s second molecular recycling facility in the USA. The DOE selection would lead the company, which operates its first molecular recycling facility in Kingsport (Tennessee), to announce […]
Global Recycling · 9 Jul 2024
Industry news
‘I had fun making my wrinkles’: the growing movement to embrace ageing
For years, women have been sold the idea that beauty is synonymous with youth. But many are now joyfully embracing ageing
Positive News · 9 Jul 2024
Policy & government
MMO grants marine licence for new underwater intake pipeline
The innovative underwater intake pipeline will support the flourishing marine life in Plymouth Sound and provide a vital channel for seawater to the Marine Biological Association (MBA).
GOV.UK · 9 Jul 2024
Global
NEW CAPTAIN, ICEBERGS AHEAD🧊
This week, Hungary replaced Belgium at the steering wheel of the rotating six-month presidency of the Council of the EU. Although we know the likely holders of the EU’s top jobs, the political landscape is still shifting. As Belgium’s reign ends and Hungary’s begins, we are looking ahead at the possibilities and challenges for the EU. NEW CAPTAIN, ICEBERGS AHEAD 🧭🧊 IT’S RATHER POLITICAL. With…
META (European Environmental Bureau) · 9 Jul 2024
Industry news
HELLO AGAIN! SYRIAN CHEESEMAKERS’ ‘HELLO-MI ROLLS’ RETURN TO ALDI SHELVES FOLLOWING CHANNEL 4 SUCCESS
Refugees who founded Yorkshire Dama Cheese in West Yorkshire will have their Hello-Mi Rolls (£2.99, 230g) — joint winner of Channel 4’s Aldi’s Next Best Thing, the ‘Party’ episode —restocked in Aldi from 14th July. Razan Alsous and her husband Raghid Sandouk left Syria with their three children 12 years ago, before building their cheese […]
Aldi UK Press Centre · 9 Jul 2024
Council news
Infant, primary and junior admissions criteria for Shropshire Council schools - Shropshire Council
Shropshire Council · 9 Jul 2024
Industry news
ALDI REVEALS NEW STORES OPENING IN THE COMING MONTHS
Aldi is set to open more than 10 new stores across the UK in the coming months as it looks to bring its low prices to even more shoppers. New stores in Waltham Cross in Hertfordshire and Olney Park in Milton Keynes are set to open in the next month, while towns such as Aberdare […]
Aldi UK Press Centre · 9 Jul 2024
Council news
Give it a Grow: Tackle Biodiversity Loss and Go Peat Free - Ards and North Down Borough Council
Ards and North Down Council · 9 Jul 2024
Policy & government
How to reduce packaging - Sustainability Victoria
Sustainability Victoria · 9 Jul 2024
Industry news
Is Netflix Succeeding in Making Streaming Greener? - Sustainability Magazine
Sustainability Magazine · 9 Jul 2024
Industry news
Materials Matter @ Rolls Royce Bristol - IOM3
Materials World (IOM3) · 9 Jul 2024
Industry news
Three tips for the frustrated changemaker trying to get their first job
This post is by Matthew Spencer, global director landscapes at IDH and former director of Green Alliance. I wish I’d had a bit more help in my early twenties, when I had bags of energy and didn’t know how to channel it professionally. I still […]
Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 9 Jul 2024
Policy & government
European Political Community meeting 2024: event sustainability
Event sustainability is at the core of the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office plans for hosting the European Political Community (EPC) meeting.
GOV.UK · 8 Jul 2024
Policy & government
British Embassy Amman: Ambassador for a Day competition 2024
Young women in Jordan between ages 18 to 25 years can apply to be 'British Ambassador for a Day' by 18 August 2024.
GOV.UK · 8 Jul 2024
Industry news
enfinium welcomes first rail delivery of waste to Yorkshire facility
enfinium welcomes first rail delivery of waste to Yorkshire facility
enfinium · 8 Jul 2024
Council news
Report a traffic signals fault - Shropshire Council
Shropshire Council · 8 Jul 2024
Global
Joint Letter: Expressing serious concern over the FAO’s recent Pathways Report
The post Joint Letter: Expressing serious concern over the FAO’s recent Pathways Report appeared first on Changing Markets .
Changing Markets Foundation · 8 Jul 2024
Global
Joint Statement: Why carbon offsetting undermines climate targets
The post Joint Statement: Why carbon offsetting undermines climate targets appeared first on Changing Markets .
Changing Markets Foundation · 8 Jul 2024
Policy & government
Mental Health Act reform – impacts on autistic people and people with a learning disability
A POSTnote summarising proposed reforms to the Mental Health Act 1983, including research evidence and stakeholder views on the impacts on autistic people and people with a learning disability.
POST (Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology) · 8 Jul 2024
Policy & government
Newborn hearing screening: programme overview
This overview of the NHS newborn hearing screening programme (NHSP) explains how a baby’s hearing is tested, and the equipment used for the tests.
GOV.UK · 8 Jul 2024
Industry news
Emmaus welcomes new Labour government’s pledge to ‘put Britain back on track on ending homelessness’
We look forward to working with the new Labour government to drive long-lasting change on homelessness, but it will take more than one party to end this devastating social injustice....
Emmaus UK · 8 Jul 2024
Policy & government
Section 62A Planning Application: S62A/2024/0034 and S62A/2024/0042/LBC 57 The Old Port House, Prince Street, City Centre, Bristol BS1 4QH
Overview of case details, documents, key dates and how to make a representation.
GOV.UK · 8 Jul 2024
Industry news
Fagerhult in pilot project to reuse aluminium
European lighting giant Fagerhult is exploring the recycling of its aluminium for reuse in its luminaires. It has teamed up […]
Recolight · 8 Jul 2024
Industry news
Glamox net-zero plan approved
Glamox’s ambitious plan to achieve net zero by 2045 has been given a stamp of approval by the respected Science […]
Recolight · 8 Jul 2024
Industry news
CIWM urges Labour to push forward with sector policies
Following the recent publishing of its resources policy blueprint, CIWM has welcomed the new secretary of state for environment, food and rural affairs, Steve Reed, as well as colleagues Ed Miliband (secretary of state for energy security and net zero) and Bridget Phillipson (secretary of state for education). Lee Marshall, director of innovation and technical … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 8 Jul 2024
Policy & government
Mr L Fenniche v Kuwait Health Office and The Government of the State of Kuwait: 2204871/2019
Employment Tribunal decision.
GOV.UK · 8 Jul 2024
Industry news
ESA releases sector snapshot report for new policy-makers
The Environmental Services Association (ESA) has published a new market research report today (8 July), intended for new government ministers and the 300 new MPs entering parliament, following the general election. The ESA has said that the waste and recycling sector is subject to a “complex policy and regulatory environment”, one that will have “profound … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 8 Jul 2024
Industry news
Sector overview report provides “ready-reckoner” on recycling and waste market for new policy makers
A new market research report, published by the Environmental Services Association (ESA) provides a valuable overview of the recycling and waste treatment sector, and its policy environment, for Government ministers […]
ESA (Environmental Services Association) · 8 Jul 2024
Industry news
Wanted: community conscious businesses looking to scale
For entrepreneurs in England who want to improve the world, there’s a new programme that’s looking for recruits
Positive News · 8 Jul 2024
Industry news
Q2 Newsletter – July 2024
Member news - Electrical recycling fund through material focus Industry news - 2024 awards for excellence Compliance news - WEEE, Batteries & Packaging update Main article - The Government confirms DRS delay until October 2027 Download Der Beitrag Q2 Newsletter – July 2024 erschien zuerst auf United Kingdom (EN) .
ERP UK (European Recycling Platform) · 8 Jul 2024
Industry news
Now is the time to enter the ATF Professional Vehicle Recycling Awards 2024!
Celebrate excellence in vehicle recycling at the ATF Professional Vehicle Recycling Awards on Thursday 28th of November, at the RAF Museum Midlands, Cosford, nr Telford. With 13 diverse categories, including equipment suppliers and sustainability initiatives, this event offers free entry for companies and individuals. Nominate you or others by the 12th of September and join the celebration!
ATF Professional · 8 Jul 2024
Industry news
CIWM appoints Director of Policy, Communications and External Affairs
The Chartered Institution for Wastes Management (CIWM) has announced the appointment of Dan Cooke as its Director of Policy, Communications and External Affairs.
Circular Online (CIWM) · 8 Jul 2024
Industry news
Altilium And Connected Energy Collaborate To Extend The Lifecycle Of EV Batteries
Altilium, a UK-based clean technology group focused on supporting the transition to net zero, and Connected Energy, a leading developer of second-life battery energy storage systems, have today announced a new strategic relationship that will see the two companies working together to extend the lifecycle of EV batteries.
ATF Professional · 8 Jul 2024
Global
Introducing the Wood2Wood Project, an EU Project on Wood Value Chain Solutions
ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 8 Jul 2024
Industry news
Copart’s new St Helens site to open by autumn
Global leader in online vehicle remarketing and recycling, Copart UK, have announced that building works are progressing at their new site in St Helens, and it is expected to be operational by autumn 2024.
ATF Professional · 8 Jul 2024
Council news
My bin has not been emptied - Durham County Council
County Durham Council · 8 Jul 2024
Policy & government
S Tandon and others v Station Hotel Newcastle Ltd (SHNL): 2501695/2023 and others
Employment Tribunal decision.
GOV.UK · 8 Jul 2024