Recycling news: 2025

Industry news The Planning and Infrastructure Bill: a small but significant win for nature This post is by the crossbench peers Lord Krebs and Baroness Willis of Summertown. When the government unveiled the Planning and Infrastructure Bill, it was pitched as the legislation that would finally “unleash economic growth” by cutting through the red tape that, in its view, […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 10 Dec 2025 Industry news Scottish Water hails success of Top Up Taps in reducing single-use plastic SCOTTISH Water has revealed its network of Top Up Taps has saved the equivalent of 20 million 330ml plastic bottles. The utility hailed the success of the 132 blue Top Up Taps, which are designed to promote the use of refillable water bottles and reduce single-use plastic. Scottish Water confirmed the latest figures at an […] Packaging Scotland · 10 Dec 2025 Policy & government Almost a million young people to benefit from expanded support, new training, and work experience opportunities Almost one million young people will benefit from learning or employment opportunities as a result of a major £820 million funding package. GOV.UK · 10 Dec 2025 Policy & government 50,000 more young people to benefit from apprenticeships as Government unveils new skills reforms to get Britain working The £725 million package of reforms to the apprenticeship system will help to tackle youth unemployment and drive economic growth, with thousands more young people expected to benefit over the next three years. GOV.UK · 10 Dec 2025 Industry news Bromley Council moves to shut down ‘industrial scale’ waste dumping Bromley Council has seized four vehicles and initiated closure action as part of an operation at an “industrial scale” illegal waste site in St Mary Cray. The fly-tipping occurred on green belt land at Waldens Farm, which is made up of approximately 800 small ‘leisure plots’ across 70 acres of land. Neighbourhood Investigation Officers, supported … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 10 Dec 2025 Policy & government UK Export Finance: Leading with finance product brochure UK Export Finance offer a number of products for exporters and for buyers of UK goods. GOV.UK · 10 Dec 2025 Industry news OPINION: ‘Are you missing the talent opportunity in recycling’s energy transition?’ The recycling sector is undergoing a profound shift as it converges with the fast-moving world of energy. Companies now face a pivotal question: as recycling becomes more closely linked to energy systems, carbon reduction and circular innovation, do they have the talent and strategic capability required to lead in this new era? John Tilbrook, Managing … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 10 Dec 2025 Industry news Our Twin-Track Strategy: Alkaline vs Acid—A Necessary Race to the Top The post Our Twin-Track Strategy: Alkaline vs Acid—A Necessary Race to the Top appeared first on Recyclus Group | The UK’s First Industrial Scale Lithium-Ion Battery Recyclers . Recyclus Group news · 10 Dec 2025 Policy & government Advance tax certainty service: draft guidance Find out more about the new service supporting major investment projects, including how the scheme works, who can apply, the taxes covered and the financial threshold. GOV.UK · 10 Dec 2025 Industry news Man arrested after hundreds of tonnes of waste dumped in Bromley A man has been arrested and four vehicles seized after hundreds of tonnes of waste was discovered on wooded land in Bromley. Circular Online (CIWM) · 10 Dec 2025 Policy & government Great British Energy backs Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland Great British Energy backs renewable schemes in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. GOV.UK · 10 Dec 2025 Industry news Mars Rover technology can turn our roads into carbon storage networks With Britain’s pothole epidemic making headlines again for all the wrong reasons, can a new approach to laying tarmac offer a solution? Carbon Crusher Inc., an American and Norwegian ‘road-tech’ startup, believes it can reduce the build and maintenance cost of new and existing streets, and significantly reduce environmental impact. The idea for the Carbon […] Environment Journal · 10 Dec 2025 Global Bioplastics Newsletter (18) Read the articles and watch social media clips. Bioplastics News · 10 Dec 2025 Industry news Professor Mike Shaver joins Resource Futures Board We are delighted to announce Professor Mike Shaver as our new Non-Executive Director. Mike brings world-class expertise in sustainable materials and circular innovation. Resource Futures · 10 Dec 2025 Global Has BASF been involved in corruption scandals? (ChatGPT) Dear ChatGPT, Has BASF been involved in corruption scandals? I've copy pasted the reply from ChatGPT without editing the text. Bioplastics News · 10 Dec 2025 Policy & government RVAR 2010 exemption: Hayling Light Railway Trust Exemption from RVAR 2010 requested by Hayling Light Railway Trust in respect of its passenger rolling stock. GOV.UK · 10 Dec 2025 Industry news Research to begin on how air pollution particles cool the planet University of Tartu Associate Professor in Climate Physics Velle Toll has been awarded a prestigious European Research Council (ERC) Consolidator Grant to determine just how much human-made air pollution particles help cool the Earth’s climate. The five-year, nearly two-million-euro project aims to close a critical gap in scientists’ understanding of how aerosols counteract global warming. […] Air Quality News · 10 Dec 2025 Industry news Ward Backs Treetops Hospice Festive ‘Treecycling’ Campaign for Another Year Derbyshire-based metal recycling and waste specialist Ward has again pledged its support to Treetops Hospice’s annual Christmas Treecycling initiative. The... Ward Recycling · 10 Dec 2025 Global New committee shapes future of 2026 E-Scrap Conference A newly formed steering committee has begun planning the 2026 E-Scrap Conference, a three-day event that brings together the US electronics recycling and ITAD sector each year. Resource Recycling (US) · 10 Dec 2025 Industry news About:Energy powers MP Space satellite success About:Energy has partnered with Australian satellite developer MP Space to accelerate next-generation spacecraft power and energy storage systems.By deploying The Voltt, About:Energy’s cloud-based cell modelling platform, MP Space achieved first-time-right cell selection without physical testing, avoiding a potential six-month pivot in development.Traditionally, satellite battery validation req… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 10 Dec 2025 Industry news James Cropper appoints new head of business development JAMES Cropper Paper & Packaging has announced the appointment of Mike Gibson as head of business development. The move comes as the company accelerates its expansion into new markets and explores ‘innovative productive opportunities’. Initially joining the company as business development manager in May, Mike has more than 25 years’ experience across the paper, packaging, […] Packaging Scotland · 10 Dec 2025 Industry news Safe spaces: the insidious legacy of asbestos in UK public buildings One of the most dangerous forms of air pollution is not being taken seriously despite the huge threat to teachers, students, doctors, nurses and council staff. Policy changes could help, but successive governments have been reluctant to act. 26 years after Westminster passed a total ban on one of the most commonly used fire-proofing and […] Environment Journal · 10 Dec 2025 Policy & government The Children’s People and Nature Survey for England: 2025 update Data and supporting documents, from The Children’s People and Nature Survey for England 2025 (Waves 9 & 10). GOV.UK · 10 Dec 2025 Industry news South West on track to have zero available landfill capacity by 2030 Landfill capacity in England is declining, with new analysis suggesting several regions could exhaust their remaining capacity within the decade. Data compiled from the Environment Agency’s (EA) Remaining Landfill Capacity reports showed that while some areas have added modest capacity, most of the country is seeing rapid reductions, putting pressure on councils, inflating disposal costs … Read… letsrecycle.com News · 10 Dec 2025 Industry news Anaphite secures £1.4m to scale LFP dry coating Anaphite has raised £1.4 million ($1.9m) to advance dry coating innovation through the Innovate UK Investor Partnership Programme, combining £700,000 ($931,000) in grant funding with matched investment from Elbow Beach and World Fund.The funding will accelerate development of its DCP® technology platform, extending proven success in NMC cathode dry coating to the more technically demanding… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 10 Dec 2025 Policy & government Ms G Wilkin v Harold Wood Pre School Ltd: 3200182/2025 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 10 Dec 2025 Industry news Grundon’s Toni Robinson appointed as new WISH Chair The Waste Industry Safety and Health (WISH) Forum announces that Toni Robinson, Risk & Sustainability Director at Grundon Waste Management, has been elected as its new Chair. Circular Online (CIWM) · 10 Dec 2025 Industry news Alupro urges households to recycle aluminium packaging this Christmas With aluminium packaging waste set to soar over the festive period, Alupro is calling on households to think carefully about how they dispose of their rubbish and ensure recyclable materials are placed in the correct bin. Recent data from DEFRA suggests that around 175 million mince pies are purchased at Christmas, with the foil cases […] Alupro · 10 Dec 2025 Council news Starting school and admissions - Trafford Council Trafford Council · 10 Dec 2025 Policy & government Thousands to get free digital training so everyone has the chance to shop around for cheaper deals online Free support to get people online is rolling out in communities in every region of the country. GOV.UK · 10 Dec 2025 Policy & government Growth Gateway: Guide to inclusive investing in Africa A practical guide for investors to unlock Africa’s tech potential through inclusive strategies that support women-led and women-centric businesses in high-growth sectors. GOV.UK · 10 Dec 2025 Global Challenging outlook for meeting the EU’s long-term environment and climate objectives Despite progress in key areas, the European Union (EU) remains likely off track for most 2030 environmental goals, according to the European Environment Agency’s (EEA) new 8th EAP assessment. Rising climate risks, slow transitions in production and consumption system and weakening enabling conditions highlight the urgent need for stronger, better financed and faster policy implementation. European Environment Agency — press releases · 10 Dec 2025 Council news Voting by Post - East Devon District Council East Devon Council · 10 Dec 2025 Council news Pavement parking ban - East Renfrewshire Council East Renfrewshire Council · 10 Dec 2025 Council news Orkney 2025 Island Games leaves economic impact and enduring legacy - Orkney Islands Council Orkney Islands Council · 10 Dec 2025 Council news Doorstep glass collections set to be introduced in Reading - Reading Borough Council Reading Council · 10 Dec 2025 Council news Adopted Borough Local Plan - Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Tunbridge Wells Council · 10 Dec 2025 Council news We've announced our waste collection changes for Christmas - West Devon Borough Council West Devon Council · 10 Dec 2025 Council news Bin collections over the festive period - news.wrexham.gov.uk Wrexham Council · 10 Dec 2025 Policy & government Guidance to help you comply with your environmental permit - Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru / Natural Resources Wales Natural Resources Wales · 10 Dec 2025