Recycling news: 2025

Council news Tim Camau Bach - Disability Support - Carmarthenshire Family Information Service Carmarthenshire Council · 28 Aug 2025 Global UK Falling Behind EU on Environmental Regulation, Warns New IEEP UK Report Bioplastics News · 28 Aug 2025 Global WTO ruling on EU tariffs shows pattern of discrimination against Indonesian palm https://www.indonesiapalmoilfacts.com/gapki-wto-ruling-on-eu-tariffs-shows-pattern-of-discrimination-against-indonesian-palm Bioplastics News · 28 Aug 2025 Global Plastic Energy produces first pyrolysis oil at Netherlands plant https://www.recyclingtoday.com/news/plastic-energy-and-sabic-plant-produces-first-pyrolysis-oil-at-netherlands-site Bioplastics News · 28 Aug 2025 Global Defra reports plastic bag sales increase Bioplastics News · 28 Aug 2025 Global European plastic recycling industry faces ‘imminent collapse’ https://www.plasticsrecyclers.eu/news/wave-of-surging-plastic-recycling-plant-closures-hits-europe Bioplastics News · 28 Aug 2025 Global China Biofuels annual report Bioplastics News · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Intersolar Mexico 2025 set to drive energy transition Intersolar Mexico will return to Centro Banamex, Mexico City, from 2–4 September 2025 for its sixth edition, bringing together more than 400 national and international companies and over 10,000 professionals from across the solar, energy storage, and clean technology sectors.The event coincides with a landmark US$8.177 billion investment by the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) to… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Lighting Up Lives: Solar Panel Donation Empowers Charity Following a recent installation of a new solar array system at its main manufacturing site, estimated to provide 15% of the site’s electricity, meals provider, apetito worked with renewable energy partner, SolarSense, who completed the installation, to donate its old panels to Southwest charity, Paul’s Place. Paul’s Place enhances the lives of physically, cognitive and […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 28 Aug 2025 Global ISWA Welcomes Tetra Tech as our Newest Platinum Member ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news CSG helps bring a smile to dental charity A charity that seeks to improve oral health for people who lack access to regular dental services has received the backing of a leading waste management company. Dentaid The Dental Charity has been handed a £600 boost from CSG through the business’ Community Chest scheme. Dentaid, which is based in Southampton but operates nationally, has […] CSG (Cleansing Service Group) · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news THE FRIDAY DIGEST: Water a priority for Reed as farm inspections rise “One of my key pillars for a profitable farming industry is helping the [farming] sector withstand shocks from extreme weather and climate change. To do this, we must adapt for the future and that includes changing how we work with water.” The words of Defra secretary Steve Reed as he called on farmers Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Factcheck: 16 misleading myths about solar power Solar power is already providing the “cheapest electricity in history” and is expected to play... Carbon Brief · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news How global food trade “reshapes” water resource distribution International agricultural trade plays a central role in balancing global food supply and demand, but with every shipment of crops crossing borders, the water used to produce them is “virtually transferred” as well, reshaping the distribution of water resources worldwide. But to what extent? Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 28 Aug 2025 Council news Ealing Council ‘well-led’ according to expert review A major new report from a team of senior local government figures from outside the borough has concluded that Ealing Council is ‘well-led’ and ‘moving in the right direction.’ Ealing Council · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Poultry pain can be reduced for a few pence Adopting slower-growing breeds can prevent between 15 and 100 hours of “intense pain” in chickens, according to experts writing for the journal Nature Food. They also estimate that this transition costs just US$1 (74p) per kilogram of meat. In fact, preventing an hour of intense pain in chickens costs less Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Comment: The reality of creating resilience Food industry leaders are stuck in a system that rewards volume and short-term profit. Only collaboration can help them escape, says Kate Cawley. This summer, we have been leaning into learning at Future Food Movement (FFM), hosting hosted over 100 senior leaders from across Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news DATAPOINT This week’s figures include some worrying findings in relation to responsible use of AI and further research into the environmental benefits of following sustainable diets. There is good news for green jobs and a new study that begged the question: can food delivery offer timely defibrillation in densely Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Powerday Support Waste Collections for Notting Hill Carnival 2025 The post Powerday Support Waste Collections for Notting Hill Carnival 2025 appeared first on Powerday . Powerday · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news New Council contributes to the Realization of a Circular Economy in the Automotive Industry DENSO CORPORATION, Toray Industries, Inc., Nomura Research Institute, Ltd., Honda Motor Co., Ltd., MATEC Inc., and REVER CORPORATION, Japan, recently announced the establishment of the BlueRebirth Council. Initiated by these six companies, the Council aims to build a manufacturing and recycling integrated value chain to realize Car-to-Car *1 recycling, starting with automated precision dismantl… Auto Recycling World · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Defra’s new waste permits: what it means for the UK waste industry and why it matters The UK waste and recycling industry is on the brink of its biggest shake-up in years. Earlier this month, the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) announced plans to replace the outdated waste carrier, broker and dealer (CBD) registration system with a new environmental permitting regime. This reform isn’t just a regulatory change […] Keenan Recycling · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Why Wales just quietly changed the game on recycling In a global first, the Welsh Government has indicated it is open to including digital solutions in its upcoming Deposit Return Scheme (DRS). Industry experts Alice Rackley, and Paul Sanderson, CEOs of Polytag and The Recycling Association respectively, explain why this would be such a monumental change. edie — Circular Economy tag · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news From ‘sniff-aris’ to puzzle feeders: 10 tips to keep your dog thriving Looking for new ways to keep your dog happy, healthy and safe? Here are 10 suggestions, from scent games to training tips Positive News · 28 Aug 2025 Policy & government John Bason appointed as Chair of UK DMO The UK Deposit Management Organisation (UK DMO), the business-led, not-for-profit organisation tasked with designing, delivering and operating the new Deposit Return Scheme for single use plastic and metal drinks containers in Northern Ireland, Scotland and England, has appointed John Bason as Chair. John brings a wealth of experience working with stakeholders across food and […] Exchange for Change (UK DRS Deposit Management Organisation) · 28 Aug 2025 Policy & government Green Gas Support Scheme (GGSS): annual tariff reviews and tariff change notices GGSS annual review of scheme tariffs and degression thresholds, and, when applicable, notification of tariff changes. GOV.UK · 28 Aug 2025 Policy & government How the CMA gathers information to enforce consumer law How the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) uses its powers to gather information about suspected breaches of consumer law. GOV.UK · 28 Aug 2025 Policy & government How the CMA uses its direct consumer enforcement powers How the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) uses its direct enforcement powers to investigate and decide upon suspected breaches of consumer law. GOV.UK · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Contact - Mineral Products Association Mineral Products Association · 28 Aug 2025 Policy & government Ms C McGibbon v London Underground Ltd and Others: 3304927/2023 and 2217647/2023 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Doosan Bobcat opens eFORCE LAB R&D centre Construction equipment manufacturer Doosan Bobcat has opened a new battery pack R&D centre in South Korea for construction and other compact equipment called the eFORCE LAB.The company plans to develop standardised, modular battery packs, with its first official research project being the Bobcat Standard Unit Pack (BSUP) for construction and material handling equipment.The BSUP will… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 28 Aug 2025 Global Did Novamont acted responsibly regarding plastic bags in Europe? (FREE) Did Novamont (owned 100 % by ENI) developped a cartel outside Italy? This is a FREE article Bioplastics News · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news First CO2 injections mark milestone for Norway’s Longship CCS project The first captured CO₂ has been injected into the subsea reservoir – 100km off the west coast of Norway – being used for Longship, the Norwegian government-backed carbon capture and storage (CCS) project, said to be one of the most ambitious in the world. Announced on 25 August, these first CO2 volumes were transported by […] Envirotec Magazine · 28 Aug 2025 Policy & government Supporting students as they start the 25/26 academic year Steven Darling, Director of Customer Experience, offers advice to help students get ready for payment GOV.UK · 28 Aug 2025 Global Beyond sustainability: Redesigning chemistry for a bio-based future Bioplastics News · 28 Aug 2025 Global ABB and Citroniq Target a World First With 100% Bio-Based Polypropylene Facility https://www.automation.com/en-us/articles/august-2025/abb-citroniq-bio-based-polypropylene-facility Bioplastics News · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news WRAP finds decrease in MRF gate fees WRAP has published the results of its 18th annual gate fees survey, with median Materials Recycling Facility (MRF) fees edged down from 2023/24. The survey covers gate fees charged to local authorities for a range of municipal waste recycling, recovery and disposal options. While MRF gate fees are down, Anaerobic Digestion (AD), In-Vessel Composting (IVC) … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 28 Aug 2025 Global Researchers leverage advanced bioengineering techniques to develop plastics made from sustainable biomaterials https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1096157 Bioplastics News · 28 Aug 2025 Global US researchers engineer enzymes to create recyclable bioplastics from crops, farm waste https://interestingengineering.com/innovation/u-s-crops-recyclable-bioplastics Bioplastics News · 28 Aug 2025 Policy & government New Chair of the Low Carbon Contracts Company and the Electricity Settlements Company appointed Tony Bickerstaff has been appointed Chair of the Low Carbon Contracts Company and the Electricity Settlements Company. GOV.UK · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news EU plastics recycling industry warns of “imminent collapse” Plastics Recyclers Europe (PRE) has warned that the European plastics recycling sector is facing “imminent collapse”. According to the industry association, falling demand, rising costs and regulatory pressures continue to force facilities out of business. PRE highlighted what it described as “a surge in low-priced imports of recycled plastics”, coupled with weak demand for EU-made … Read More … letsrecycle.com News · 28 Aug 2025