Recycling news: 2025

Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 12 Aug 2026.

Council news Play and Explore Park, Moss Road, Ballygowan - Ards and North Down Borough Council Ards and North Down Council · 13 Jun 2025 Council news Draft Solihull Rural Settlement Hierarchy Assessment June 2025 - Solihull Borough Council Solihull Council · 13 Jun 2025 Industry news Making Space for Rivers calls for national river corridor network The campaign is led by Riverscapes Partnership, The Rivers Trust, National Trust, Woodland Trust and Beaver Trust. These organisations are advocating for simple, accessible initiatives to be implemented at a local level to develop a countrywide waterway system which will support nature restoration and biodiversity improvements. Farmers and other land managers should work on installing […] Environment Journal · 12 Jun 2025 Policy & government Sir Chris Bryant speech at London Tech Week 2025 Minister for Data Protection and Telecoms, Sir Chris Bryant, gave a speech at London Tech Week on Wednesday 11 June 2025. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2025 Policy & government The Military division of The King's Birthday Honours List 2025 A number of military personnel have been granted state honours in the King’s Birthday Honours list for their work in the Armed Forces. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2025 Council news Explore Elmbridge accessibility statement - Elmbridge Borough Council Elmbridge Council · 12 Jun 2025 Industry news The spending review: much-needed investment, but there’s more to be done The spending review underlined the difficult spot the government is in. Growth is low and public finances are under strain. Reform is snapping at the government’s heels in its political heartlands. Public services and net zero urgently need more investment. To square various circles, there […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 12 Jun 2025 Industry news We brought repair back into Parliament In partnership with Back Market, we brought repair back to parliament, connecting local organisers with their MPs (and Jeremy Vine!) to propel real change. The Restart Project · 12 Jun 2025 Industry news kp NA Letter Infinity_EN_0408112025_V3.indd - foodpackaging.kpfilms.com Klockner Pentaplast news · 12 Jun 2025 Industry news Clarity Environmental Named Finalist at 2025 Great British Entrepreneur Awards The post Clarity Environmental Named Finalist at 2025 Great British Entrepreneur Awards appeared first on Clarity . Clarity Environmental · 12 Jun 2025 Global Industry and environmental groups urge EU Parliament to bring forward Waste Framework Directive vote The post Industry and environmental groups urge EU Parliament to bring forward Waste Framework Directive vote appeared first on FEAD - European Waste Management Association . FEAD (European Waste Management Association) · 12 Jun 2025 Global Les recycleurs européens parviennent à s’inscrire à l’ordre du jour du prochain Conseil Environnement The post Les recycleurs européens parviennent à s’inscrire à l’ordre du jour du prochain Conseil Environnement appeared first on FEAD - European Waste Management Association . FEAD (European Waste Management Association) · 12 Jun 2025 Industry news Cambridgeshire County Council Rural estate net zero roadmap - eunomia.eco Eunomia Research & Consulting · 12 Jun 2025 Policy & government Mrs B Esdaile v Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust: 1405865/2023 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2025 Industry news The 2025 Footprint Sustainability Index, in association with Nestlé Professional, is available as a free download. Drawing on insights generously shared by hospitality and foodservice leaders, consumer polling and wider industry analysis, this year’s Index also explores how AI may be poised to alter the out-of-home dynamic in unexpected ways. Its research found that 53% of UK adults would accept an AI-designed meal, Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 12 Jun 2025 Council news Glow Up Grant - Ards and North Down Borough Council Ards and North Down Council · 12 Jun 2025 Industry news Reducing e-waste to boost business value As data responsibility becomes increasingly core to modern business strategy, edie partnered with data security company Blancco for an online event exploring how IT and sustainability teams can work together to reduce e-waste and increase carbon data visibility. edie — Circular Economy tag · 12 Jun 2025 Research & science E-bikes are becoming e-waste—here's how to reduce the environmental cost Electric e-bikes make cycling easier, faster and more accessible. They are already playing an important role in reducing the environmental impact of transport, particularly when they replace a trip in a private car. Phys.org — 'battery recycling' search feed · 12 Jun 2025 Industry news China Briefing 12 June 2025: Critical mineral exports; Electricity price; Coal ‘capacity payment’ Welcome to Carbon Brief’s China Briefing. China Briefing handpicks and explains the most important climate... Carbon Brief · 12 Jun 2025 Industry news Guest post: China’s ‘capacity payments’ boosted coal-plant revenue by up to 8% At the start of 2024, China introduced a new system of “capacity payments” designed to... Carbon Brief · 12 Jun 2025 Industry news ALDI’S SUSTAINABLE PERIOD PANTS RETURN TO STORES TO HELP SHOPPERS SAVE OVER £100 Aldi’s own-brand Period Pants are returning to stores, back by popular demand. The sustainable, comfortable, and reusable pants are priced at just £7.99 for a pack of three – a cost-effective £2.66 per pair that can help shoppers save over £100 annually[1]. Available in stores from 19th June, shoppers will need to be quick, as with […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 12 Jun 2025 Industry news WRAP EU makes its debut Yesterday (11 June 2025), WRAP EU hosted its first major event in Brussels to discuss incoming EU policies under the revised Waste Framework Directive. The meeting included members of the European Commission, senior business executives from the food, plastics and clothing sectors, bankers, NGOs, trusts, foundations and MEPs. The event provided an opportunity to introduce … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 12 Jun 2025 Industry news Duvet covers & bedding sets - IKEA IKEA UK newsroom · 12 Jun 2025 Global Michel Giannuzzi to serve as President of FEVE for the next two years FEVE (European Container Glass Federation) · 12 Jun 2025 Policy & government Mr C de Vere v Hivemind Network Ltd: 8000388/2024 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2025 Policy & government AAIB investigation to Rans S6-ESD XL, G-MZBU Crashed whilst attempting to land, Yatesbury Airfield, Wiltshire, 30 March 2024 GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2025 Industry news USA Textiles EPR: What’s coming for producers in California, New York and now Washington Our blog explores the latest developments in textile Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) in the USA, with a focus on California's newly passed law and New York's pending legislation. We outline key implementation timelines, what producers need to prepare for, and how upcoming regulations could impact the textiles industry. Valpak · 12 Jun 2025 Policy & government Reducing Parental Conflict Challenge Fund: final learning report March 2025 Final analysis of the eight projects set up to build on the evidence and learning from the first Challenge Fund delivered in 2019 to 2020. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2025 Industry news European Businesses Urge Caution in Finalising the Green Claims Directive As the European Union nears a crucial political trilogue on the Green Claims Directive, a broad coalition of industry associations is urging EU institutions to prioritise the quality and clarity of the legislation over speed. In a recent joint statement, the signatories call for a proportionate, harmonised, and workable regulatory framework that fosters sustainable innovation and ensures legal … Auto Recycling World · 12 Jun 2025 Industry news ESS Expo 2025 welcomes new CARS and MRE shows Environmental Services & Solutions Expo (ESS Expo) is expanding with the additions of the Complete Auto Recycling Show (CARS) and the Metals Recycling Event (MRE). The two events join ESS Expo for the first time to provide a comprehensive view of the entire automotive parts lifecycle. ATF Professional · 12 Jun 2025 Global PR Ferdinand Kleppmann CEWEP (Confederation of European Waste-to-Energy Plants) · 12 Jun 2025 Industry news Altilium welcomes UK government investment in clean tech innovation and decarbonisation The UK Government’s 2025 Spending Review sets a clear direction for British industry, with transformative investments in innovation and clean energy infrastructure, including over £3 billion funding for the advanced manufacturing sector. Yesterday’s announcement by the Chancellor includes confirmation of an ambitious programme for zero-emission vehicles and their supply chains, which we believe… Altilium news · 12 Jun 2025 Industry news ALDI LAUNCHES NEW PREMIUM CHOUXNUTS IN TRENDING FLAVOURS The ultimate sweet treat hybrid is about to hit Aldi’s shelves for the first time and pistachio loving shoppers are bound to be impressed. The NEW Specially Selected Chouxnuts (£2.99, 2 pack) land in stores nationwide from 11th June, with one of the flavours incorporating the 2025 must have flavour of pistachio. A luxury treat […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 12 Jun 2025 Council news Exeter City Council Sex Establishments Consultation - Exeter City Council Exeter Council · 12 Jun 2025 Policy & government Apprenticeships bursary for care leavers Details of the bursary payment some apprentices may be entitled to if they are under 25 when they start an apprenticeship and they are or have been in care. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2025 Industry news Top podcast launches petition to end dog bag claims The hosts of the Talking Rubbish podcast have launched a petition to ban certain environmental claims on compostable dog poo bags. James Piper and Robbie Staniforth launched the campaign based on environmental and health and safety concerns. Pet Impact, which supports the petition, found that there are no 100% plant-based compostable poo bags actually available … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 12 Jun 2025 Industry news JLR and Volvo Cars act to future-proof EV supply chains Automakers are taking steps to ensure resilient supply chains for materials key to the electric vehicle (EV) transition, with JLR creating 50 new specialist roles and Volvo Cars signing a new recycled steel procurement deal. edie — Circular Economy tag · 12 Jun 2025 Industry news Funding will support sub-Saharan Africa solar energy rental firm A start-up company in Africa that lets customers rent portable, solar-charged batteries has received a strategic investment from Octopus Energy Group. The global clean energy firm announced the strategic investment in MOPO – “a pioneering energy tech company delivering clean, reliable energy to underserved communities in Sub-Saharan Africa” – on 12 June. As Octopus explains, […] Envirotec Magazine · 12 Jun 2025 Council news Statement on the Air India plane crash - Council leader Peter Mason Condolences Ealing Council · 12 Jun 2025 Industry news Toxic toys are a case for urgent action on chemical regulation This post is by Ivie Itoje, Green Baby programme manager at environmental charity Wen (Women’s Environmental Network). As the EU prepares to introduce major new protections banning a range of harmful chemicals from children’s toys, the UK is on a very different path. With no […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 12 Jun 2025