Recycling news: 2025

Industry news The world in a dress: the project with 1.5 billion stitches Fourteen years, 380 embroiderers and 1.5bn stitches: the Red Dress lets people around the world tell their stories through embroidery Positive News · 11 Sept 2025 Global Hands off nature: nearly 200,000 citizens say no to weakening EU environmental laws European Commission receives an outpouring of support for nature from concerned citizens In just 10 days, 196,118 messages [1] poured in from European citizens, mobilised by the […] European Environmental Bureau · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government Commander of UK Space Command’s DSEI 2025 keynote speech on defence in space Major General Paul Tedman, Commander of UK Space Command, delivered his keynote speech at Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) 2025. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Industry news MEMBER PRESS RELEASE (Opinion piece) – Choosing heat exchangers for viscous wastes & sludges MEMBER PRESS RELEASE (Opinion piece) – Choosing heat exchangers for viscous wastes & sludges By Arnold Kleijn, Sales Director Europe, HRS Heat Exchangers Heat exchangers are key components in many processes in the wastewater, anaerobic digestion and waste treatment sectors, including heating, pasteurisation and evaporation. They come in many forms, from the simplest plate heat… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 11 Sept 2025 Industry news Ben strengthens ‘Work, health & wellbeing’ support amid job losses and skills shortages in the automotive industry Automotive industry charity, Ben, is strengthening support for those facing job losses and redundancies, including raising awareness about coaching to help people with upskilling, job seeking, career changes and building confidence. ATF Professional · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government British economy sees defence dividend as new figures reveal above inflation increase in spend with industry Government spending in the UK defence industry grew by 6% in real terms to £31.7 billion, according to latest figures for 2024/25 published today. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Global Member of the Month: Edmund Fleck ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government UK Statement to Chairpersonship Forum "Building a Resilient Future in a Changing Climate" Ambassador Holland welcomes the opportunity for States to discuss the impacts of climate change on the resilience and security of the OSCE region. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Global Why methane and how it’s measured matters The post Why methane and how it’s measured matters appeared first on Changing Markets . Changing Markets Foundation · 11 Sept 2025 Industry news All yellow table Articles - KHL Group Demolition & Recycling International (KHL) · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government Minister Murray speech at World Design Congress In a keynote speech to the World Design Congress, Minister Murray sets out the government's ambitions for the design sector. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Industry news Why Retailers Must Champion Vape Recycling From Compliance to Leadership, Why Retailers Must Champion Vape Recycling - The vaping industry has transformed retail landscapes across the UK. Der Beitrag Why Retailers Must Champion Vape Recycling erschien zuerst auf United Kingdom (EN) . ERP UK (European Recycling Platform) · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government Two new Members appointed to the British Tourist Authority The Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport has appointed Neil Rami and Mary Walsh as Members to the British Tourist Authority (VisitBritain) board. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Industry news FORS Position on the Regulation on End-of-Life Vehicles Adam Małyszko, President of the Association of Car Recycling (FORS), outlines the dismantling sector’s position on the revised EU End-of-Life Vehicle Regulation. FORS supports stronger circularity goals but highlights key concerns, including unclear responsibilities, reuse restrictions, and unequal obligations. It calls for fair, transparent rules to ensure effective implementation and sustaina… Auto Recycling World · 11 Sept 2025 Industry news WRAP issues guidance on food-grade plastic recycling WRAP has published new guidance to support the recycling of food-grade plastics, setting out a standardised approach to testing polyolefin decontamination processes. Polyolefins – which include polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) – account for more than half of all plastic packaging placed on the UK market. However, difficulties with contamination have been a barrier to … Read More The pos… letsrecycle.com News · 11 Sept 2025 Industry news EU Parliament approves landmark rules on textile waste: What brands and retailers must do next The post EU Parliament approves landmark rules on textile waste: What brands and retailers must do next appeared first on Reconomy . Reconomy · 11 Sept 2025 Industry news THE FRIDAY DIGEST: Less meat, more chicken and much to do at Defra “Many people feel alone in their desire to eat less meat,” explained Eating Better executive director Sarah Wakefield as she revealed the findings of the alliance’s public attitudes survey this week. The survey of 1,733 people showed two-thirds of are open to the idea of reducing how much meat Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 11 Sept 2025 Industry news Ed Miliband backs biomethane but plays for time on ETS anomaly PRESS RELEASE Ed Miliband, the Energy Security and Net Zero secretary, has backed biomethane as a “practical and cost-effective” means to achieve net zero but has given no commitment to sorting out the anomaly in the UK’s Emissions Trading Scheme which treats biogas like fossil gas. Miliband’s views came in a response to the open… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 11 Sept 2025 Industry news Consumers reducing meat consumption but ‘feel alone’ Willingness to reduce meat consumption is growing, but misconceptions persist, according to research by Eating Better and The Food Foundation. The survey of 1,733 people shows two-thirds of people are open to the idea of reducing how much meat they eat, yet the majority of the population believe Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government Exploring the financial implications of climate change on grassroots sport An independent report by Alma Economics assessing the financial and environmental challenges climate change poses to grassroots sport in the UK. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Industry news The £600m school food opportunity that cannot be missed “If we are to shift the national diet to include more veg and beans, school kitchens are the place to begin. Expand free school meals and buy well; we’ll nourish children, normalise better diets and support British producers.” The words of Henry Dimbleby – author of the School Food Plan and the National Food Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 11 Sept 2025 Industry news COMMENT: Going Beyond Meat and pushing beans Beyond Meat is dropping ‘Meat’ from its name and focusing on shorter ingredients lists and nutrient-dense products. Gill Wilson weighs up the pros and cons. Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 11 Sept 2025 Industry news DATAPOINT This week’s figures cover paper-based packaging, brand purpose, respected professions and the cocoa expansion threatening Cameroon’s forests.43%. Consumer demand for “more sustainable and recyclable packaging” will produce a surge in paper-based drinks packaging over Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 11 Sept 2025 Council news Gwynedd Social Housing - Cyngor Gwynedd Gwynedd Council · 11 Sept 2025 Industry news John Lewis highlights £29m EPR costs as losses deepen The John Lewis Partnership has revealed that the introduction of the packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR) levy added £29 million to its costs in the first half of 2025/26. The projected packaging fees contributed to a £34 million loss before tax and exceptionals. In its half-year results, published today (11 September 2025), the Partnership – … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Sept 2025 Industry news UK city fleets reveal sharp EV adoption divide As the UK moves toward the 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel vehicles, Freedom of Information data has highlighted striking differences in electric vehicle uptake across local authority fleets. The data, acquired by Geotab, shows that Bristol leads with 44.5% of its fleet being electrified, closely followed by Liverpool (43.3%) and Leeds (27.8%). Manchester […] Air Quality News · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government Government takes action to protect bees from pesticides Government announces new guidance to protect pollinators such as bees GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Industry news OPINION: ‘Bristol’s approach to engaging communities in sustainable practices’ Khadeeja Osman, Sustainability and Engagement Lead at Bristol Waste Company, on bringing a people-first approach to behaviour change. OPINION: Behaviour change campaigns can be expensive, and proving their return on investment isn’t always straightforward. Whether it’s getting people to recycle more, reduce contamination, or embrace food waste recycling, the challenge remains: how do we create … letsrecycle.com News · 11 Sept 2025 Industry news Former CIWM President gives evidence to Lord’s inquiry into waste crime The House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee has held its second oral evidence session as part of its inquiry into waste crime. Circular Online (CIWM) · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government AAIB Record-only UAS investigations reviewed: June - July 2025 This is a list of AAIB Record-only UAS investigations that were reviewed during June - July 2025. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government AAIB investigation to Druine D.62B Condor, G-AXGV Aircraft stalled in lee of trees on the approach to land, Croft Airfield, North Yorkshire, 20 March 2025 GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Industry news Desay unveils AI-enabled battery tech At RE+ 2025, Desay Battery showcased a comprehensive suite of new energy storage products, placing battery safety and system intelligence at the forefront.The global energy storage provider introduced its active-safety cell and system technology, designed to detect and prevent risks such as overcharging, short circuits, and lithium plating through real-time monitoring and AI-enabled architectur… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government Future of farming in England How the government will deliver changes to agricultural policy and land management schemes in England. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government Asset recovery statistics: financial years ending 2020 to 2025 Six year data snapshot of asset recovery for England, Wales and Northern Ireland and data on the Asset Recovery Incentivisation Scheme. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government How DfE shares personal data Information on how the Department for Education (DfE) and its executive agencies share personal data. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Industry news Maidstone waste and recycling collection - SUEZ recycling and recovery UK SUEZ recycling and recovery UK · 11 Sept 2025 Global GM Recycling kondigt exclusief dealerschap aan voor McLanahan in de Benelux Het GM Recycling team is verheugd de start van een strategisch partnerschap aan te kondigen met McLanahan, een wereldwijd gerenommeerde producent van WASINSTALLATIES met meer dan 185 jaar ervaring. Dit merk staat garant voor de meest robuuste en nieuwste technologieën op de HUIDIGE markt. Als nieuwe exclusieve dealer voor België, Nederland en Luxemburg zal GM Recycling het McLanahan-gamma van [… RecyclePro · 11 Sept 2025 Industry news Newcastle votes to pull out of ‘counter-productive’ Tees Valley incinerator Newcastle City Council has voted to withdraw from the Tees Valley Energy Recovery Facility (TVERF) project. At a full council meeting on 3 September 2025, members debated a motion tabled by Councillor Gareth Kane calling on the cabinet to pull out of the joint project, citing concerns that the long-term contract could undermine the city’s … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Sept 2025 Industry news Storion secures first vanadium electrolyte customer Storion Energy has secured its first customer for vanadium electrolyte produced from its newly established continuous production line, supported by the US Department of Energy’s MAKE IT Prize.The $5 million award, granted in 2024, enabled Storion to begin scaling domestic manufacturing of vanadium electrolyte, an essential component in Vanadium Redox Flow Batteries (VRFBs) used for… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 11 Sept 2025 Industry news Thorpe Marsh to become UK’s largest BESS Standard Chartered has confirmed its role as Original Lender and Interest Rate Hedge Provider in the £595 million ($805m) financing of the Thorpe Marsh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), which is set to become the largest in the United Kingdom.The financing was secured by Thorpe Marsh Green Energy Hub, a subsidiary of Edinburgh-based Fidra Energy.… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 11 Sept 2025