Recycling news: 2026

Industry news More smoke from Canadian wildfires set to blanket the US. Here’s how it compares to last week More than 900 wildfires are burning across Ontario and other provinces ahead of peak fire season next month The Independent — Climate · 20 Jul 2026 Policy & government From farm to fork: Wales announces plan to transform the nation's food - gov.wales Welsh Government News · 20 Jul 2026 Industry news MPMA Env and H&S meeting minutes, 21st May 2026 MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 20 Jul 2026 Council news Moray Sports & Leisure - Moray Council Moray Council · 20 Jul 2026 Industry news HPQ’s 6,500mAh silicon-anode Endura+ cell gains UL safety certification HPQ Silicon’s fourth-generation Endura+ 21700 lithium-ion cell has achieved UL 1642 certification as the Canadian company prepares the silicon-anode technology for customer qualification and commercial evaluation. The HPQ Endura+ Gen4 cell has a rated capacity of 6,500mAh, an 8.3% increase on the 6,000mAh capacity of the company’s previously certified Gen3 21700 cell. HPQ said the… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 20 Jul 2026 Industry news Why process optimisation matters as much as materials for sustainable packaging ACCORDING to Water UK, a dripping tap wastes 5,500 litres of water every year. That same process of quiet, cumulative waste can impact the packaging industry if left unaddressed. Here, Mark Richards, UK sales manager at industrial control and automation specialist Beckhoff, explains how small process deviations, brief production stops and rejected products can quietly […] Packaging Scotland · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science New machine-learning tool improves accuracy of genomics research University of Virginia School of Medicine scientists have identified a widespread source of error in a popular method for studying the genome and created a machine-learning tool to correct it. The free tool could improve the reliability of both conventional and single-cell data generated using this method, giving researchers a clearer view of how gene activity is controlled in health and diseas… Phys.org — 'waste' search feed · 20 Jul 2026 Industry news Connecticut Launches the First US Producer-Led Tyre Stewardship Programme Connecticut became the first US state to implement a producer-led tyre stewardship programme, introducing an extended producer responsibility (EPR) system that shifts responsibility for end-of-life tyres from consumers to tyre producers The programme is administered by Connecticut Tire Stewardship LLC (CTS) under the oversight of the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection… Tyre & Rubber Recycling · 20 Jul 2026 Global Compost Research Foundation awarded ReFED grant The foundation will use grant funding to strengthen testing methods for compost contaminants, including PFAS and plastics. Waste Today Magazine · 20 Jul 2026 Council news Hertsmere Borough Council launches consultation on proposed Amenity Standards for Houses in Multiple Occupation - Hertsmere Borough Council Hertsmere Council · 20 Jul 2026 Policy & government At 103, retired MDOTer Ceo Bauer looks back - State of Michigan (.gov) Michigan EGLE · 20 Jul 2026 Global EU to accept US forced labour levies if Trump honours 15% cap - euractiv.com Euractiv — Circular Economy · 20 Jul 2026 Industry news MPMA Newsletter Summer 2026 MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 20 Jul 2026 Industry news A supercharged El Niño is threatening more deadly heatwaves this year Heat is America’s top weather killer — but two-thirds of adults show little concern, experts discover The Independent — Climate · 20 Jul 2026 Council news Hollycroft Park and Argents Mead once again awarded coveted Green Flag Awards Hollycroft Park and Argents Mead have once again raised the prestigious Green Flag Award, an international quality mark for parks and green spaces. Hinckley and Bosworth Council · 20 Jul 2026 Industry news BMW adds co-branded CTEK 12V charger to aftermarket range BMW Group will offer a co-branded version of CTEK’s CS ONE Gen. 2 battery charger through selected aftermarket channels. Swedish battery charging equipment manufacturer CTEK has agreed to supply its CS ONE Gen. 2 charger for inclusion in BMW Group’s aftermarket portfolio in selected markets. The Swedish firm did not disclose order volumes or the… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 20 Jul 2026 Global Did the EU Ban Textile Waste—or Simply Export It? The EU has banned the destruction of unsold clothing. From now on, large fashion companies can no longer incinerate or landfill new, unsold garments. Bioplastics News · 20 Jul 2026 Council news Cost of living support roadshows - Swale Borough Council Swale Council · 20 Jul 2026 Council news Customer Services Officer - Bradford Council Bradford Council · 20 Jul 2026 Industry news Shoe cabinets, size 80+ cm - IKEA IKEA UK newsroom · 20 Jul 2026 Industry news Amrize to acquire Rapid Redi-Mix - Agg-Net Agg-Net · 20 Jul 2026 Council news The Moray Council Services AZ: X - Moray Council Moray Council · 20 Jul 2026 Industry news Beatson Clark marks 275 years of glass packaging manufacturing GLASS packaging manufacturer Beatson Clark has marked 275 years of manufacturing by welcoming customers and guests to a special event at its Rotherham site. The firm has been producing glass containers on the same site since 1751 and now supplies bottles and jars to the food, beverage, healthcare, homeware and personal care sectors across the […] Packaging Scotland · 20 Jul 2026 Industry news Aqua Libra expands range with new Peach & Kiwi drink Flavoured sparkling water brand Aqua Libra has expanded its portfolio with the launch of its latest product, Peach & Kiwi. The new flavour will be stocked at Ocado, Amazon and… Grocery Gazette · 20 Jul 2026 Council news The Moray Council Services AZ: D - Moray Council Moray Council · 20 Jul 2026 Industry news NORD extend functional safety of NORDAC ON - Agg-Net Agg-Net · 20 Jul 2026 Industry news ALDI LAUNCHES NEW PICKLE DIP FOR LESS THAN £1 FOLLOWING TIKTOK CRAZE Calling all pickle lovers! Aldi has just launched the ultimate savoury summer essential that’s set to fly off shelves – the NEW Deli American Style Pickle Dip (95p, 170g). The launch taps into the nation’s growing obsession for all things pickle, from Dua Lipa’s spicy pickle drink and DIY dips to pickle margaritas and pickle-only […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 20 Jul 2026 Industry news ALDI LAUNCHES NEW PICKLE DIP FOR LESS THAN £1 FOLLOWING TIKTOK CRAZE Calling all pickle lovers! Aldi has just launched the ultimate savoury summer essential that’s set to fly off shelves – the NEW Deli American Style Pickle Dip (95p, 170g). The launch taps into the nation’s growing obsession for all things pickle, from Dua Lipa’s spicy pickle drink and DIY dips to pickle margaritas and pickle-only […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 20 Jul 2026 Industry news Nestlé to build pet-food plant in Italy - Global Food Industry News Just Food — sustainability · 20 Jul 2026 Industry news Nomad Foods steers to second-quarter sales decline, flat EBITDA - Global Food Industry News Just Food — sustainability · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Genome-wide association analyses of borderline personality disorder identify 11 loci and highlight shared risk with mental and somatic disorders - Nature Nature subject feed — Environmental Sciences · 20 Jul 2026 Council news E-Planning - apps.stratford.gov.uk Stratford-on-Avon Council · 20 Jul 2026 Industry news FDF statement on Andy Burnham being appointed Prime Minister - The Food & Drink Federation Food and Drink Federation news · 20 Jul 2026 Council news Magnificent materials - Wakefield Museums and Castles Wakefield Council · 20 Jul 2026 Policy & government US-12 resurfacing starts July 27 in Cass County - State of Michigan (.gov) Michigan EGLE · 20 Jul 2026 Council news Warning issued as rogue doorstep calls rise Residents throughout the region are being reminded to stay vigilant following increased reports of uninvited doorstep callers operating throughout the Borders. The Scottish Borders Council · 20 Jul 2026 Council news Arbor New School Year Workshop - Wigan Council Wigan Council · 20 Jul 2026 Council news Buckinghamshire Libraries launches By Hook or By Book thanks to National Lottery funding - Buckinghamshire Council Buckinghamshire Council · 20 Jul 2026 Council news Hundreds of non-compliant toys seized in North Northants The Trading Standards team seized 470 non-compliant and unsafe products since 1 July 2026 North Northamptonshire Council · 20 Jul 2026 Council news Events Listing - Dacorum Borough Council Dacorum Council · 20 Jul 2026