Recycling news: 2025

Industry news Rare-earth recovery separates materials well enough to make new magnets from them A Czech group has developed a new method of separating the rare earth elements, or lanthanides, which are widely used in the electronic, medical, automotive, and defense industries. The seemingly unique method allows metals such as neodymium or dysprosium to be purified from used neodymium magnets. The supposedly environmentally-friendly process precipitates the rare earths from […] Envirotec Magazine · 2 Jul 2025 Industry news Rooftop solar is being held back by lack of government-backed price for selling surplus energy (Words: renewable energy consultancy Longevity Power). The ongoing lack of a government-backed guaranteed price for selling back surplus clean power to the UK energy grid is discouraging businesses, property firms and commercial landlords from installing solar PV systems at their properties and holding back the expansion of solar across the country. Anthony Maguire, Managing Director […] Envirotec Magazine · 2 Jul 2025 Industry news Dead seas tell no tales: activists, pirates, economies and ecosystems Some of the world’s most prominent environmental organisations have been accused of piracy for decades. Far from overblown slander, legal definitions are vague, and ramifications threaten our right to protest. In 1982 Greenpeace’s Rainbow Warrior went up against whaling boats off the coast of Peru as part of a wider campaign to save some of […] Environment Journal · 2 Jul 2025 Industry news Over half of Thames Water’s sewage works struggling to meet demand Independent analysis has estimated that more than half of Thames Water’s 351 sewage treatment works are currently operating without sufficient capacity to treat the volumes of sewage they receive. Research conducted by the volunteer-led Oxford Rivers Improvement Campaign (ORIC) has identified 181 treatment works falling short of required capacity. Of these, 94 have between 80–100% […] Envirotec Magazine · 2 Jul 2025 Global EU 2040 target holds line on climate, but loopholes threaten integrity In the middle of a record-breaking heatwave, the European Commission released today its long-anticipated 2040 climate target. Following months of delays and political wrangling, the EU […] European Environmental Bureau · 2 Jul 2025 Global Joint Industry Statement on Harmonised Waste Sorting Instructions for Packaging In July 2025, EXPRA, alongside more than 50 European industry organizations, issued a joint statement urging the European Commission to reconsider the draft Joint Research Centre (JRC) guidelines on EU waste sorting labels. The statement criticizes the proposed emphasis on text and full-color labels, warning that this approach risks reintroducing national barriers within the Single Market by re… EXPRA · 2 Jul 2025 Industry news Material Focus issues warning over portable fans Material Focus has issued a warning over a surge in demand for portable mini-fans which will soon be entering the waste stream. Google Trend data has shown a 16% year-on-year increase for the FastTech product as of May this year. The research – which comes from the organisation’s Recycle Your Electricals campaign – found that … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 2 Jul 2025 Council news Electric vehicle (EV) charging points - Woking Borough Council Woking Council · 2 Jul 2025 Global Ending plastic pollution in Africa: a matter of justice for African women and communities In Nairobi’s Dandora dumpsite, Joyce, a young mother rises each day not to farm her land or build her dream, but to scavenge through plastic waste to sell and feed her children. Greenpeace International · 2 Jul 2025 Industry news ALDI’S COOLING BEDDING SOLUTIONS START AT JUST £9.99 With the UK set for a hotter-than-usual summer and heatwaves predicted across the country[1], Aldi is launching bedtime gamechangers to help shoppers stay cool as temperatures rise. The latest collection of sleep-cooling essentials is designed to combat heat for a more restful night’s sleep, with prices starting from just £9.99. Available in stores from 10th […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 2 Jul 2025 Industry news Clean Shipping Alliance criticises move to restrict use of scrubbers in ports The Clean Shipping Alliance, a representative body within the shipping industry, has criticised a decision last week by North Atlantic marine protection body OSPAR to limit the use of Exhaust Gas Cleaning Systems (also called “scrubbers”) in ports and inland waters starting in 2027. These systems help reduce the air pollution created by shipping but […] Envirotec Magazine · 2 Jul 2025 Industry news Insights into Consumer Recycling Habits Hello! This page is only available to members. Click here to login Existing members can be given access to our Members’ Area via their Account Owner or Manager. If you experience problems, or need help with this, please contact our Member Support Team . Not a member yet? Sign up here! OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) · 2 Jul 2025 Council news Community grants and funding - West Devon Borough Council West Devon Council · 2 Jul 2025 Council news Council management - Woking Borough Council Woking Council · 2 Jul 2025 Policy & government Section 62A Planning Application: S62A/2025/0106 Land to the Rear of 6 Tyndalls Park Road, Cotham, Bristol, BS8 1PY Overview of case details, documents, key dates and how to make a representation. GOV.UK · 2 Jul 2025 Industry news Upgrade Your Storage with the PAX Wardrobe System Today! - IKEA IKEA UK newsroom · 2 Jul 2025 Policy & government Agent update: issue 120 Use the agent updates to get HMRC guidance if you're a tax agent or adviser. GOV.UK · 2 Jul 2025 Policy & government Agent Update: issue 102 Get guidance from HMRC if you're a tax agent or an adviser. GOV.UK · 2 Jul 2025 Industry news 17k funding enables St Ives waste-based dye textile start-up A Cornwall-based entrepreneur has been transforming food waste from local restaurants into natural fabric dyes, backed by funding from the British Business Bank’s Start Up Loans programme. Will Besant, founder of Primitive Vision Studios, has developed a circular model in St Ives which sees raw food waste collected from hospitality outlets, processed into dye and … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 2 Jul 2025 Industry news Household food waste decreased by 9% in 2022 Research from WRAP has shown that household food waste decreased by 9% between 2021 to 2022. The environmental action NGO estimated the volume of food waste from UK households stands at six million tonnes. This includes food in waste streams collected by local authorities, going down the sewer and home composted. WRAP added that this … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 2 Jul 2025 Industry news Household food waste threatens UK net zero target, WRAP says WRAP has warned the UK that unless they halve global food waste it will make it ‘much more difficult’ to meet net zero goals. Circular Online (CIWM) · 2 Jul 2025 Industry news The RECOUP Conference – Leading a More Circular Plastics Value Chain Returns for 2025 The post The RECOUP Conference – Leading a More Circular Plastics Value Chain Returns for 2025 appeared first on RECOUP . RECOUP · 2 Jul 2025 Global Greenpeace International begins groundbreaking Anti-SLAPP case to protect freedom of speech In a first, landmark test case of the EU's new legislation to protect freedom of expression and stop abusive lawsuits, Greenpeace International challenges the US oil pipeline company, Energy Transfer, in court in the Netherlands. Greenpeace International · 2 Jul 2025 Global Plastics Recyclers Europe Established a new Taskforce The organization has announced the establishment of a new Dissolution Taskforce, which reflects recent technological advancements in the industry. This initiative follows a collaboration with DROP-IN, the Dissolution Recycling of Plastics Initiative. The goal is “to shape policies that enhance the recognition of dissolution recycling and to ensure a level playing field among all recycling […] Global Recycling · 2 Jul 2025 Policy & government Medical forensics specialist group meeting minutes Read the latest minutes of the medical forensics specialist group (MFSG). GOV.UK · 2 Jul 2025 Global European Bioplastics Relocates to Brussels and Welcomes New Secretary General Brussels, 2 July 2025 – European Bioplastics (EUBP), the association representing the interests of the bioplastics industry in Europe, has officially relocated its main operations to Brussels. The move reinforces the organisation’s commitment to advocacy and engagement with EU institutions, as well as expanding its network and enhancing its presence within the EU policy [...] European Bioplastics News · 2 Jul 2025 Council news Your Councillors - Blaby District Council Blaby Council · 2 Jul 2025 Industry news Revealed: UK animals most in need of human help this summer A new campaign has launched encouraging households to create rescue boxes for species struggling to cope with urban environments, climate change and biodiversity challenges. Spearheaded by animal welfare charity RSPCA, the Local Animal Hero initiative advocates for the public to help care for and protect native species, including those which are either endangered or significantly […] Environment Journal · 2 Jul 2025 Industry news From London to Lisbon, European councils melt in climate change heatwaves Hundreds of excess deaths are expected in Britain, while major cities in Italy take unprecedented steps to protect the elderly and infirm. According to new polling by Centre for London, almost half of people living in the UK capital believe they are now personally effected by climate change. One-in-three have specific concerns about polluted water, […] Environment Journal · 2 Jul 2025 Industry news Micro Systems Blog // Why ISO Class 7 Cleanrooms Are Essential for Next-Gen Medical Device Moulding - PlastikMedia PlastikMedia News · 2 Jul 2025 Industry news UK Food Waste & Food Surplus – Key Facts - WRAP - The Waste and Resources Action Programme WRAP · 2 Jul 2025 Industry news Recyclability Assessment Methodology: RPS released - Ecosurety Ecosurety · 2 Jul 2025 Research & science Rare flying squirrel species inspires robotics - Empa Empa News · 2 Jul 2025 Industry news A message from our Chief Executive: Interim Results 2025 - Greggs Corporate Greggs corporate media · 2 Jul 2025 Council news MPS – Introduction - East Riding of Yorkshire Council East Riding of Yorkshire Council · 2 Jul 2025 Industry news UK wellness brand secures £2.8M investment - Food Manufacture Food Manufacture · 2 Jul 2025 Global Brandbeveiliging in de recyclingsector: een ‘hot issue’ Brandgevaar vormt een steeds groeiend probleem binnen de afval- en recyclingindustrie. Eén gloeiend deeltje kan volstaan om een vlammenzee te doen oplaaien. Vaak met zware gevolgen, niet alleen op materieel maar ook op menselijk vlak. De hamvraag luidt dus: hoe beperk je als recycling- of afvalwerkingsbedrijf het risico tot een minimum? StuvEx International zweert bij […] Het bericht Brandbevei… RecyclePro · 2 Jul 2025 Industry news Why the mass lobby matters and why politicians should listen This post is by Helen Meech, executive director, The Climate Coalition On 9 July, Westminster will witness something rare: thousands of people arriving not to shout from the sidelines, but to engage directly with power. From every part of the UK, teachers, farmers, healthcare workers, […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 2 Jul 2025 Industry news The new map helping conservationists protect migratory species Marine animals cross oceans and borders, making protection difficult – but a new migration map could help close the gaps Positive News · 2 Jul 2025 Council news Management of Open Spaces Good Practice Code - Rushcliffe Borough Council Rushcliffe Council · 2 Jul 2025