Recycling news: 2025
Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 11 Aug 2026.
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Global
Tax identification numbers - OECD
OECD — Environment · 18 Jun 2025
Council news
Barnet WebMap - Barnet Council
Barnet Council · 18 Jun 2025
Policy & government
Portal Login - Mass.gov
Massachusetts DEP · 18 Jun 2025
Global
Tax residency - OECD
OECD — Environment · 18 Jun 2025
Industry news
Ecogenesys to launch carbon measurement tool
Ecogenesys has this morning (18 June 2025) announced that it will be launching a new Carbon Measurement Tool for its members. The reporting tool will be available in September alongside a Carbon Literacy Training programme to help its members understand carbon and the importance of measuring it. The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) compliance … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 18 Jun 2025
Global
ANDRITZ chosen for large carbon capture plant in Denmark
ESWET member ANDRITZ has been selected by Danish utility company Kredsløb as the supplier for one of Europe’s large carbon...
ESWET (European Suppliers of Waste-to-Energy Technology) · 18 Jun 2025
Policy & government
Nuclear Decommissioning Authority: Draft Business Plan 2025 to 2028 for consultation
The NDA Draft Business Plan sets out key activities and expected progress for all 17 of the NDA’s nuclear sites over the next 3 years. We want to hear from anyone who has a comment on any aspect of this document.
GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2025
Global
FEAD pide mantener los objetivos de reciclado en la futura normativa europea sobre vehículos al final de su vida útil
The post FEAD pide mantener los objetivos de reciclado en la futura normativa europea sobre vehículos al final de su vida útil appeared first on FEAD - European Waste Management Association .
FEAD (European Waste Management Association) · 18 Jun 2025
Global
Milieuministers zwakken recyclaatverplichting in auto’s af
The post Milieuministers zwakken recyclaatverplichting in auto’s af appeared first on FEAD - European Waste Management Association .
FEAD (European Waste Management Association) · 18 Jun 2025
Industry news
Cropped 18 June 2025: High Seas Treaty ratifications; Ocean warming woes; Brazilian deforestation ‘surges’
We handpick and explain the most important stories at the intersection of climate, land, food...
Carbon Brief · 18 Jun 2025
Council news
Report a repair - bury.gov.uk
Bury Council · 18 Jun 2025
Industry news
Staple crops yields face ‘substantial losses’ in warming world – even with adaptation
Average global yields of six staple crops could fall by more than 11% under a...
Carbon Brief · 18 Jun 2025
Industry news
World’s farmers won’t be able to keep up with climate change
Even if agricultural practices adapt in response to higher temperatures, five of the world's six main staple crops will suffer severe losses due to climate change
New Scientist — Environment · 18 Jun 2025
Global
Gulf of Oman oil spill: Greenpeace warns of environmental disaster
Greenpeace MENA urges all concerned authorities to act swiftly to contain the spill and assess its ecological impact.
Greenpeace International · 18 Jun 2025
Industry news
WRA welcomes launch of RPS 352 ‘in principle’ – UPDATED 30/06
The Wood Recyclers’ Association has today (June 18th) welcomed ‘in principle’ the launch of a Regulatory Position Statement (RPS) allowing sites in England to temporarily exceed their permitted storage limits for certain wastes.
Wood Recyclers Association · 18 Jun 2025
Industry news
London-based REWORK launches e-commerce shop to tackle waste and promote the green economy
Reuse Network member, REWORK, is expanding with a dedicated e-commerce platform offering quality refurbished household appliances, such as fridges, freezers, cookers, and washing machines, directly to the public for the first time.
Reuse Network · 18 Jun 2025
Industry news
Brits still bamboozled by packaging recycling, despite EPR, says survey
New research indicates that the majority (70%) of British consumers admit they are confused by what packaging can and can’t be recycled. Undertaken by Aquapak, a developer of materials intended to improve plastic recycling, the study reports that just one in five (21%) say they always read the recycling instructions on product packaging; this increases […]
Envirotec Magazine · 18 Jun 2025
Industry news
Steel packaging achieves its highest recycling rate yet
Trade group Steel for Packaging Europe has confirmed the highest ever EU recycling rate for steel packaging,1 bringing the steel packaging sector closer to fully closing the material loop. Independently verified and calculated using the EU’s harmonised methodology, the latest figures reveal that 82% of steel packaging placed on the market was ‘really recycled’ in […]
Envirotec Magazine · 18 Jun 2025
Industry news
Ask the expert: How should you dispose of and recycle vapes in Bristol?
The post Ask the expert: How should you dispose of and recycle vapes in Bristol? appeared first on Bristol Waste Company .
Bristol Waste Company · 18 Jun 2025
Industry news
Shrinking saltmarshes threaten climate progress, but recovery is possible
The world’s saltmarshes are disappearing three times faster than forests, threatening global progress on climate change goals, according to a major new report co-led by the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology. In a natural state, saltmarsh absorb and lock in carbon dioxide, act as natural flood defences and support biodiversity. But the report points […]
Envirotec Magazine · 18 Jun 2025
Policy & government
TS2 1EQ, European Metal Recycling Limited: environmental permit issued – EPR/DP3421SN/A001
View the permit issued for EMR Middlesbrough Granulation, Middlesbrough under the Industrial Emissions Directive.
GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2025
Policy & government
EN11 0BW, G&C Wastepaper Company Limited: environmental permit application advertisement – EPR/KP3928LN/A001
View the application submitted by G&C Wastepaper Company Limited for G&C Waste Company Limited, Hoddesdon.
GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2025
Industry news
Fast-tracking circularity would build resilience and add £25bn to UK economy, say MPs
The UK can become more resilient to global instability by using resources more efficiently and giving consumers a “right to repair”, say a group of MPs, peers, and leading businesses and charities. As the government develops England’s first Circular Economy Strategy, the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for the Environment – chaired by Labour’s Andrew Pakes […]
Envirotec Magazine · 18 Jun 2025
Industry news
Your Ecosurety support - Ecosurety Hub
Ecosurety · 18 Jun 2025
Industry news
ACEA – End-of-life vehicles: Council cuts back burden, but plastics definition still raises concerns
The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Associations (ACEA) welcome the Council’s move to partially reduce the administrative burden initially put forward by the Commission in the End-of-Life Vehicle Regulation proposal.
Auto Recycling World · 18 Jun 2025
Industry news
EuRIC: Council position sends mixed signals on ELV circularity
On 17 June, EU environment ministers adopted their position on the revised ELV Regulation, with some progress on circularity, especially through support for mandatory recycled plastic targets and improved ELV traceability. However, weaker targets and missed opportunities on metals risk slowing momentum when Europe should be turning decarbonisation into a driver of growth and competitiveness.
Auto Recycling World · 18 Jun 2025
Global
The Many Facets Of Municipal Food Scraps Collection
The City of Minneapolis’ residential source separated organics program launched as a curbside pilot in 2008. Today, over 50% of households are participating. Part I
BioCycle · 18 Jun 2025
Global
Food Scraps Collection Fleet
Key to Curbside Compost’s growth has been building route density within that 70-mile radius, and procuring the equipment that best matches with that scaling.
BioCycle · 18 Jun 2025
Global
Virginia Treatment Plant, Gas Utility Lay Groundwork For RNG Facility
Hampton Roads Sanitary District recently signed an agreement with Virginia Natural Gas to install a renewable natural gas facility at the Atlantic Treatment Plant.
BioCycle · 18 Jun 2025
Global
Composting Industry Stats
“This industry-wide survey estimated the environmental impact of USCC member compost producers, and reveals how that impact has grown in the three years since the previous 2020 survey,” said USCC Executive Director Frank Franciosi.
BioCycle · 18 Jun 2025
Global
What Is In The Organics Cart?
Curbside cart inspections to mitigate contamination, and periodic sorts of collected loads of residential organics enable City of Minneapolis to tailor messaging on proper sorting and wasted food reduction. Part II
BioCycle · 18 Jun 2025
Global
Washington State Ends Compost Reimbursement Program
The loss of program funding means that WSDA will no longer be able to provide grants to farmers to encourage the application of compost on commercial farms and conduct soil testing and data analysis to evaluate the long-term impact of compost application on soil health.
BioCycle · 18 Jun 2025
Global
U.S. Ranks High In 2025 Global Waste Index
The U.S. has increased its per capita waste output since the last edition of the report in 2022 — from 811 kg to 951 kg.
BioCycle · 18 Jun 2025
Global
Pricey Burgers In The Bin On July 4th
“Every Fourth of July, America fires up the grill. Then, it throws away about 20% of the food meant for the occasion.”
BioCycle · 18 Jun 2025
Policy & government
Cleaning services
How to find the right cleaning services for your school or multi-academy trust.
GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2025
Policy & government
Leasing equipment for schools
What to consider to ensure you get the best value for money and a compliant lease agreement for your school.
GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2025
Industry news
MPs foresee £25bn circular economy opportunity for Britain, provide six-point action plan
A cross-party group of MPs has set out a six-point plan to accelerate the UK’s transition to a circular economy, urging ministers to go further and faster as they prepare to publish England’s first Circular Economy Strategy later this year.
edie — Circular Economy tag · 18 Jun 2025
Industry news
Reconomy launches Textiles EPR assessment service
Reconomy has launched its Textile EPR Impact Assessment service – one that has been designed to help producers prepare for the evolving landscape of textile regulations across the EU. The service will provide producers with a report that will assist producers in: Tracking upcoming EPR regulations across the globe and identify obligations across relevant markets … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 18 Jun 2025
Industry news
Canada’s Auto Recyclers: A Critical Juncture on the Road to Sustainability
Canada’s automotive recycling industry stands at a pivotal crossroads, caught between traditional perceptions and a fast-approaching future defined by sustainability, innovation, and cross-industry collaboration. In this thought-provoking commentary, Wally Dingman, Executive Director of the Automotive Recyclers of Canada (ARC), examines the evolving role of vehicle recyclers amid growing pressu…
Auto Recycling World · 18 Jun 2025
Industry news
Family affair: trio pay £50k in confiscation orders
The Environment Agency (EA) has secured confiscation orders for over £50,000 for storing illegal material on a site in Skegness, Lincolnshire. Following the prosecution of two brothers and their father for failing to comply with a permit between 2015 and 2017, the Proceeds of Crime Act case was completed at Leeds crown court on 13 … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 18 Jun 2025