Recycling news: 2024

Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 5 Aug 2026.

Council news Decision - Review of the Coverage of the Spelthorne Air Quality Management Area - Spelthorne Borough Council Spelthorne Council · 24 Jan 2024 Industry news Building the Case for Net Zero: Retrofitting Office Buildings - UK Green Building Council UK Green Building Council · 24 Jan 2024 Council news London top global financial centre as new regulations send positive signals to businesses, research finds - City of London Corporation City of London Council · 24 Jan 2024 Council news ASHFIELD COMMUNITY SAFETY STRATEGIC PLAN - Ashfield District Council Ashfield Council · 24 Jan 2024 Council news Request for a Bulky Waste Uplift - Glasgow City Council Glasgow City Council · 24 Jan 2024 Policy & government Suspended sentence for illegal dumping on flood plain A North Yorkshire man has received a suspended prison sentence for the illegal deposit of waste on the River Swale flood plain. GOV.UK · 24 Jan 2024 Policy & government ESFA Update: 24 January 2024 Latest information and actions from the Education and Skills Funding Agency for academies, schools, colleges, local authorities and further education providers. GOV.UK · 24 Jan 2024 Industry news Sipping with a purpose – Polytag joins forces with One Water Polytag collaborates with One Water to set new standards in the beverage industry, employing advanced QR code technology for enhanced product traceability and consumer engagement. This partnership not only boosts sustainability efforts but also offers deep market insights, crucial for navigating future regulations. Experience the future of ethical hydration with Polytag's smart QR codes on One … Polytag news · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Untitled - FareShare The Felix Project · 23 Jan 2024 Global What’s the beef with alternative proteins? The post What’s the beef with alternative proteins? appeared first on Changing Markets . Changing Markets Foundation · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news NESCAN nescan.org 01224 432042 info@nescan.org NESCAN (North East Scotland Climate Action Network) is a regional network of people and community led organisations that act to reduce and adapt to climate change in Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire. Circular Communities Scotland · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Highlands & Islands Climate Hub hiclimatehub.co.uk 01847 630396 enquiries@hiclimatehub.co.uk The aim of the hub is to support community led climate action in the Highlands & Islands in all the stages it takes to design, develop and deliver a project. We can support existing community groups or help communities to form new groups. Circular Communities Scotland · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Lentil Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe This Veganuary, try this cheap and cheerful lentil spaghetti bolognese recipe. This serves 5-6 people and costs under £5. City Harvest London · 23 Jan 2024 Global PRESS RELEASE: EU packaging rules that work Making the Single Market and sustainability go hand in hand More than 100 associations, including EXPRA, representing Europe’s packaging industry, have written to EU Member States, urging them to uphold the Single Market or face huge supply chain disruptions when […] EXPRA · 23 Jan 2024 Global PRESS RELEASE: EXPRA’s position on the conceptual introduction of “state-run PRO” in the 1.12.23 version of the Spanish Presidency’s compromise text on PPWR, December 2023 Position Paper: State-run PROs” are another form of tax and cannot be considered as EPR since they contradict the General minimum requirements for EPR schemes (Art 8a of the WFD)SummaryEXPRA […] EXPRA · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news First Witness Statement of Paul William Mark Benson in ClientEarth's case against Shell's Board of Directors - ClientEarth ClientEarth · 23 Jan 2024 Policy & government Artificial intelligence (AI) glossary This glossary compiles key terms used in recent POST research on artificial intelligence (AI). POST (Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology) · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news CANNEDFOOD.CO.UK COOKS UP RECORD GROWTH Celebrity chef Theo Michaels renews as CFUK ‘CANbassador’ for another year Canned Food UK (CFUK) which shows consumers new and exciting ways to cook with canned food, has enjoyed record […] MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 23 Jan 2024 Global The Clean Oceans through Clean Communities (CLOCC) Programme Update ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Diageo diageo.com 0131 519 200 We are a global alcoholic drinks company with strong roots in Scotland. Pioneering grain-to-glass sustainability is an integral part of our strategy. Circular Communities Scotland · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Recoup calls for ‘rethink’ on non-OECD ban as plastic exports rise Plastics recycling charity Recoup has called for a “rethink” on plans to ban the export of waste to non-OECD countries, after data shows a rise in plastic exports which “would likely have otherwise gone to landfill or incineration”. The data provided by Recoup, whose members include major producers such as Aldi, Co-Op and McDonald’s, show … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 23 Jan 2024 Policy & government The Building Safety Levy: consultation This consultation seeks views on the design and implementation of the Building Safety Levy. GOV.UK · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Lego pilots reuse-driven brick take-back service in the UK Lego has launched a take-back pilot programme in the UK, where customers can return its plastic bricks for recycling, with the recycled materials being used to create new items supporting creativity and learning in schools. edie — Circular Economy tag · 23 Jan 2024 Policy & government Use of artificial intelligence in education delivery and assessment This POSTnote considers how artificial intelligence (AI) technologies can be used by educators and learners in schools, colleges and universities. POST (Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology) · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Sponsor the RECOUP Awards and Conference The post Sponsor the RECOUP Awards and Conference appeared first on RECOUP . RECOUP · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Clearaway hails fire plan after battery causes blaze at Basildon site Essex-based waste management company Clearaway has underlined the importance of its “robust fire prevention plan”, after a large fire broke out at its its facility in Pitsea, near Basildon. Essex County Fire and Rescue Service was called to the scene at around 12:30 on Friday (19 January) after 250 tonnes of material and plant machinery … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 23 Jan 2024 Policy & government Drone Restricted Airspace around Prisons & Young Offender Institutions in England and Wales Guidance on submitting applications to fly drones within Restricted Airspace at Prisons and Young Offender Institutions, effective from 25 January 2024. GOV.UK · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news ENGAGE: Driving fashion towards a sustainable future through collaboration For edie’s ENGAGEMENT Week, Shaun Packe, chief operating officer at Superdry explores how a new collaborative partnership with Formula E is helping to engage the public on how they can switch to more sustainable clothing. edie — Circular Economy tag · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Report: Plastic contributes more emissions than aviation industry Plastic contributes 3.4% (1.8 billion tonnes) of global greenhouse gas emissions every year, more than either the Aviation (1.9%) and Shipping (1.7%) industries, according to a new report. The report by plastic waste prevention startup CleanHub also found that 60% of plastic emissions come from its production, 29% from distribution, and 11% from disposal. […] Circular Online (CIWM) · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Energy Saving Week 2024 Energy saving week is the theme for this week at Bywaters, and we have a lot of great tips to help you save energy around your home. These simple steps can make a big difference, from switching off appliances when not in use to using natural light wherever possible. For more information on how you can save energy and money, visit our website or follow us on social Bywaters · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Biffa retains £39m HWRC contract it gained from Viridor deal South Lanarkshire council has awarded Biffa a £39 million contract for the management of its household waste and recycling centre (HWRC) network. The deal, which will run for an initial seven years with the option of a further three, was inherited by Biffa when it acquired Viridor’s recycling assets in 2021 (see letsrecycle.com story). The … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news COP 28: Key takeaways and the global sustainability agenda for 2024 The post COP 28: Key takeaways and the global sustainability agenda for 2024 appeared first on Reconomy . Reconomy · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Succession writer Jesse Armstrong hands Greenpeace £25k to fight Shell lawsuit Shell's lawsuit echoes Cousin Greg's attempt to sue Greenpeace during Season 3 of Succession. Greenpeace UK · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Waste criminal given prison sentence after being on the run since 2019 James Mete has been sentenced to 18 months in prison after being on the run since 2019 when he and his two daughters were found guilty of running an illegal waste site in Kent. Circular Online (CIWM) · 23 Jan 2024 Council news ISLE OF ANGLESEY COUNTY COUNCIL - Anglesey County Council Isle of Anglesey Council · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Notpla - Notpla Notpla news · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news The Transfrontier Shipment Regulations: Transferring our waste problems onto our neighbours - WasteCare WasteCare · 23 Jan 2024 Council news Clean Air Night: helping keep Bristol’s air clean - Bristol City Council City of Bristol Council · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Artemide system used recycled materials Italian lighting brand Artemide has unveiled a major range which features the use of partially recycled, recyclable and easily dismantled […] Recolight · 23 Jan 2024 Policy & government Recycle right at kerbside - Ministry for the Environment NZ Ministry for the Environment · 23 Jan 2024