Recycling news: 2025

Global Trump ridicules the European Commission with new plastic straw mandates https://www.eenews.net/articles/trump-pushes-plastic-straw-purchases Bioplastics News · 6 Aug 2025 Global Nieuwe routes naar duurzaam plastic: de Circulaire Plastic Tafel aan zet Aan goede wil ontbreekt het maar zelden als het om plastic recycling gaat. Mikkend op meer gebruik van plastic recyclaat en een lagere milieu-impact van plastics in het algemeen stelde de Nederlandse overheid daarom recent de bijmengverplichting en plastic heffing voor. Die eerste moest bedrijven dwingen om een bepaald percentage plastic recyclaat in hun producten […] Het bericht Nieuwe routes … RecyclePro · 6 Aug 2025 Global Día 1 de la INC-5.2 En la mañana del primer día del INC-5.2, la sala plenaria estaba llena y cargada de expectativa. GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 6 Aug 2025 Global Local company aims to reduce environment pollution with biodegradable packaging (video) https://www.wcjb.com/2025/08/05/local-company-aims-reduce-environment-pollution-with-biodegradable-packaging Bioplastics News · 6 Aug 2025 Global Day 1 of INC-5.2 The main question going into negotiations is whether the majority of countries will stand strong against the small group of petro-states attempting to weaken the treaty, especially on the question of mandatory production cuts. GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 6 Aug 2025 Global Tiderock Companies, Inc. Enters Exclusive European Distribution Agreement with NextGen Bioplastics, Accelerating Sustainable Packaging Expansion Across Europe https://finance.yahoo.com/news/tiderock-companies-inc-enters-exclusive-123000729.html https://www.cleanthesky.com/innovation/nextgen-bioplastics Bioplastics News · 6 Aug 2025 Global Binghamton University researchers develop process to turn food waste into biodegradable plastic https://www.binghamton.edu/news/story/5671/binghamton-university-researchers-develop-process-to-turn-food-waste-into-biodegradable-plastics Bioplastics News · 6 Aug 2025 Global Recommendation for the Nordic Countries: Stronger Waste Prevention Measures In a new report commissioned by the Nordic Council of Ministers’ Nordic Working Group for Circular Economy, Sweco – one of Europe’s leading architecture and engineering consultancies – recommends more measures. The study, which aimed to identify realistic and effective measures to strengthen waste prevention and the promotion of reuse in the Nordic region, suggests […] Global Recycling · 6 Aug 2025 Global 80 years since Hiroshima and Nagasaki — time for a nuclear-free world for a peaceful, sustainable future On August 6 and 9, 1945, atomic bombs were dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan, instantly claiming the lives of tens of thousands of people. Greenpeace International · 6 Aug 2025 Industry news Information on the owner of the myMondi website - Mondi Group Mondi newsroom · 6 Aug 2025 Industry news We can repurpose retired coal plants to produce green energy Piles of dirt can cheaply store renewable energy as heat – and that stored energy can reactivate the machinery of retired coal power plants, letting them provide backup power for the electricity grid New Scientist — Environment · 5 Aug 2025 Industry news NJIT use AI to research multivalent-ion batteries Researchers from New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) used artificial intelligence (AI) to look at multivalent-ion batteries as an alternative to lithium-ion batteries.These batteries use elements like magnesium, calcium, aluminium and zinc that are more abundant in comparison to lithium.Lithium-ion batteries tend to use ions that carry a single positive charge, but . . .… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 5 Aug 2025 Industry news Peak Energy ships its sodium-ion ESS for pilot project Energy storage developer Peak Energy has deployed its sodium-ion technology for use in a pilot project with nine utility and independent power producer (IPP) firms.The US company’s system has been installed at the Solar Technology Acceleration Center (SolarTAC) in Aurora, Colorado. It’s reportedly over 3MWh (its GS1.1 product is 3.5MWh).Peak Energy says its sodium-ion pyro-phosphate… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 5 Aug 2025 Industry news LGES warns of impact of U.S. policy headwinds South Korean battery firm LG Energy Solution (LGES) is turning its focus on the energy storage system (ESS) markets amid a projected short-term slow down in electric vehicle demand caused by tariff and policy changes in the US, Europe, and the UK.The firm believes demand in the ESS market and advancements in autonomous driving technology… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 5 Aug 2025 Industry news Arevon starts building Nighthawk storage project in California Arevon, the US-based energy developer and independent power producer, started construction on the Nighthawk Energy Storage Project in Poway, California.The Nighthawk project, which will house a 300MW/1200MWh battery energy storage system (BESS), is anticipated to use lithium-ferro-phosphate (LFP) chemistry and will be able to power 385,000 homes during peak demand for four hours. It is… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 5 Aug 2025 Industry news ZBI: Delfort joins as member Battery separator paper manufacturer Delfort has joined the Zinc Battery Initiative (ZBI), the International Zinc Association’s programme, as a member.The ZBI, which promotes the use of rechargeable zinc batteries, has expanded its membership to include battery suppliers and auxiliary industries as well as zinc manufacturers.Delfort is . . . to continue reading this article... You’ve… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 5 Aug 2025 Research & science Global phosphorus summit to address threats to food and water security A vital nutrient underpinning the world's food systems—and increasingly vital to green technologies—is the focus of a major international summit in Ghana this September, as scientists, policymakers and industry leaders meet to address the urgent need for sustainable phosphorus management. Phys.org — 'battery recycling' search feed · 5 Aug 2025 Policy & government Clean Energy Industries Sector Plan The UK's plan to create investment, growth, and good jobs in clean energy industries, as part of the UK’s Modern Industrial Strategy. GOV.UK · 5 Aug 2025 Council news My Revenues and Benefits - openportal.cheltenham.gov.uk Cheltenham Council · 5 Aug 2025 Industry news Pre-holiday food waste costs Brits up to £25 A poll commissioned by Too Good To Go revealed that 48% of UK holidaymakers are wasting up to £25 worth of food before they leave for their trip. The survey, conducted by OnePoll in July 2025, found that nearly half of respondents are throwing away up to 25% of their weekly food shop ahead of … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 5 Aug 2025 Global INC-5.2 GAIA Experts & Spokespeople Members at the Plastics Treaty Negotiations The resumed session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC5.2) started today in Geneva, Switzerland. The incredible GAIA members from frontline and fenceline communities, waste […] GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 5 Aug 2025 Global Packaging in Indonesia: Researchers explore reuse options as circularity barriers prevail https://www.packaginginsights.com/news/circular-packaging-barriers-indonesia.html Bioplastics News · 5 Aug 2025 Policy & government Plastic pollution treaty: business roundtable statement A statement of ambition on upcoming plastic pollution treaty negotiations signed by leading businesses and financial institutions. GOV.UK · 5 Aug 2025 Industry news Search for charging solutions for high mileage vehicles in London Cenex, the low emission transport specialists, has teamed up with C40 Cities, Uber and the Greater London Authority to solve a key problem for electric vehicle drivers in big cities: finding convenient, affordable places to charge. The focus of this project is specifically on high-mileage fleets, those vehicles that cover a lot of ground every […] Air Quality News · 5 Aug 2025 Policy & government Notes to help you complete the Landfill Tax registration forms Use the LT1 and LT1A notes to help you complete Landfill Tax registration forms LT1 and LT1A. GOV.UK · 5 Aug 2025 Industry news Grundon’s boost for wildlife wetland sanctuary The post Grundon’s boost for wildlife wetland sanctuary appeared first on Grundon . Grundon Waste Management · 5 Aug 2025 Global Break Free From Plastic outlines priorities for an effective treaty during INC 5.2 opening plenary During the opening plenary of INC-5.2 (the final scheduled round of negotiations for a Global Plastics Treaty), John Beard Jr. with Port Arthur Community Action Network offered the following intervention on behalf of the Break Free From Plastic movement, while colleagues representing indigenous peoples and other fenceline communities stood behind him in solidarity Break Free From Plastic · 5 Aug 2025 Industry news As UN Plastic Treaty talks resume, UK single-use demand grows Policymakers from across the world are back at the negotiating table in the hope of finalising international regulations to end plastic pollution. But in spite of what we know, disposable carrier bags are on the rise in Britain. According to data from this year’s Plasticblitz2025 — an annual UK initiative led by environmental charity Thames21, […] Environment Journal · 5 Aug 2025 Council news Building Control County Hall, Colliton Park, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1XJ  buildingcontrol@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk  01305 2522 - Dorset Council Dorset Council Council · 5 Aug 2025 Policy & government Decision for Herts Essex Management Limited (OF2061608) and S&L Haulage Ltd (OF2078207) Written decision of the Deputy Traffic Commissioner for the East of England for Herts Essex Management Limited (OF2061608) and S&L Haulage Ltd (OF2078207) GOV.UK · 5 Aug 2025 Policy & government Decision for Ligo Trans Ltd (OD2009961) and Mr Eugen-Liviu Gordes (Transport Manager) Written decision of the Traffic Commissioner for the West Midlands for Ligo Trans Ltd (OD2009961) and Mr Eugen-Liviu Gordes (Transport Manager) GOV.UK · 5 Aug 2025 Industry news AI tool improves access to critical water research In a period of unprecedented change and scrutiny for the UK water sector, UK Water Industry Research (UKWIR) have announced a significant advancement in accessing its critical water research, with the launch of a groundbreaking bespoke AI search tool. This initiative directly supports the recommendations of the recently published Independent Water Commission (IWC) final report, […] Envirotec Magazine · 5 Aug 2025 Industry news City by city, cycle hire schemes are encouraging bike sales Locations like Leeds, Greater Manchester, and Plymouth saw significant demand for bicycle ownership following the launch of rental services. Looking at data collected from the year to September 2023, Paul’s Cycles has identified a strong correlation between cycle hire schemes and interest in bikes amongst the local public. Rather than discouraging sales of bicycles, cities […] Environment Journal · 5 Aug 2025 Industry news Waltham Forest waste operatives reject pay deal Refuse workers in the London Borough of Waltham Forest have rejected a 2.8% pay offer. Over half the workforce employed by FCC Environment – working on behalf of Waltham Forest Council – voted in a ballot on whether to accept the deal. According the GMB Union, whose members voted to reject the initial deal, strike … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 5 Aug 2025 Global [Opening Statement] INC-5.2 Plenary Distinguished Delegates, My name is Rafael Eudes, representing Aliança Resíduo Zero Brasil and GAIA, a network of over 1,000 organisations advancing real-world solutions to end plastic pollution. We reaffirm our […] GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 5 Aug 2025 Industry news International negotiations in Geneva hope to deliver a solution to the global plastic pollution crisis The European Union is actively participating in renewed negotiations on a Global Plastics Treaty, taking place in Geneva, Switzerland, from August 5 to August 14. Open Access Government — Environment · 5 Aug 2025 Industry news Trafford Council teams up with the UK Aerosol Recycling Initiative to improve local aerosol recycling rates A campaign to recycle more aerosols has been supported by Trafford Council. The Council has partnered with the UK Aerosol Recycling Initiative, a nationwide programme led by Alupro, to launch a new initiative aimed at increasing the number of aerosols recycled through household collections. The trial is designed to understand how aerosols are being disposed […] Alupro · 5 Aug 2025 Industry news Global Plastics Treaty negotiations get underway in Geneva More than 170 countries were gathering in Geneva on 5 August to begin the final fortnight of negotiations on the terms of a Global Plastics Treaty, a United Nations-backed effort to tackle plastic waste. “These negotiations hinge on two key questions: should we cap plastic production, and should we limit harmful chemicals added to plastics?” […] Envirotec Magazine · 5 Aug 2025 Industry news Global phosphorus summit to address threats to food and water security A vital nutrient underpinning the world’s food systems — and increasingly vital to “green” technologies — is the focus of an international summit in Ghana this September, as scientists, policymakers and industry leaders meet to address the urgent need for sustainable phosphorus management. Phosphorus, a key component of fertiliser essential for crop and animal production, […] Envirotec Magazine · 5 Aug 2025 Industry news Research seems to show how PM2.5 damages airways, and how the effects might be reversed Japanese researchers say they have discovered the mechanism by which exposure to PM2.5 air pollution causes airway dysfunction, and how the resulting damage might be reversed. A large portion of natural and human-made air pollutants fall under the PM2.5 category, which relates to airborne particles below 2.5µm diameter. It includes dust, vehicle exhaust and wildfire […] Envirotec Magazine · 5 Aug 2025