Recycling news: 2024

Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 27 Jul 2026.

Industry news Get on my land! The farmers opening up their patches for nature connection From storytelling and saunas to art and theatre, a new generation of UK farmers are encouraging people to connect with nature on their land Positive News · 12 Nov 2024 Industry news Analysis: Which countries have sent the most delegates to COP29? More than 65,000 delegates have registered to attend the COP29 climate summit in Baku, Azerbaijan,... Carbon Brief · 12 Nov 2024 Industry news West Suffolk to discuss Simpler Recycling proposals West Suffolk council has announced that it will review proposals to help commercial organisations meet incoming national recycling regulations. The proposals aim to enhance commercial waste recycling in West Suffolk, including increasing the range and volume of products that can be diverted from commercial and non-domestic organisations. The latter includes schools, care homes, hospitals and … … letsrecycle.com News · 12 Nov 2024 Industry news Copart increases operational capabilities in Scotland with new Dunfermline site In yet another strand of their ongoing ‘Land and Expand’ strategy, global leader in online vehicle remarketing and recycling, Copart UK, are increasing their operational capabilities in Scotland with the announcement of a new Operation Centre in Fife. ATF Professional · 12 Nov 2024 Industry news Environment Agency launches waste charges consultation Environment Agency seeks views on proposals to introduce new and update existing waste charges. ATF Professional · 12 Nov 2024 Industry news Enhancing Packaging Sustainability with the OPRL Recyclability Assessment Tool 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) · 12 Nov 2024 Industry news REA welcomes ambitious new NDC target REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 12 Nov 2024 Industry news COP 29 so far: Plans for a greener future The 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 29) will be held from November 11 to 22, 2024, in Baku, Azerbaijan. Here is everything you need to know about COP 29 COP 29 is the 29th conference of the parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Every year, this conference brings the world together […] Open Access Government — Environment · 12 Nov 2024 Policy & government DBS annual quality account: 2023 to 2024 The DBS annual quality account provides an assessment of quality assurance activity within DBS, and the impact of this activity throughout 2023-24. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2024 Global Deep sea mining frontrunner fails again to get immunity against Greenpeace peaceful protest Deep sea mining frontrunner fails again to get immunity against Greenpeace peaceful protest Greenpeace International · 12 Nov 2024 Policy & government London Borough of Tower Hamlets: Best Value Inspection report The Best Value Inspection report of the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2024 Industry news Construction Waste Management: A 10-Step blueprint The post Construction Waste Management: A 10-Step blueprint appeared first on Reconomy . Reconomy · 12 Nov 2024 Industry news ALDI LAUNCHES NEW FESTIVE CRISP FLAVOURS Aldi is elevating festive snacking with its new range of limited-edition Specially Selected Christmas crisps. Hand-cooked and exclusive to Aldi, shoppers looking for a taste of luxury can choose from the fragrant umami of Black Truffle (£1.15, 150g), succulently aromatic Roast Duck with Spiced Rum (£1.15, 150g) or the divinely decadent Lobster Thermidor (£1.15, […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 12 Nov 2024 Policy & government Investigation into dumped waste trailers in East Midlands The Environment Agency is appealing for information on a series of incidents involving the dumping of trailers packed with shredded or baled waste. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2024 Global Hague throws Shell an emissions lifeline Today, The Hague dismissed the 2021 ruling that Shell must cut its emissions by 45% by 2030. However, Shell still has the responsibility to reduce its emissions. Greenpeace International · 12 Nov 2024 Industry news COP29 begins as ISWA calls for sustainable waste strategies COP29 begins in Baku, Azerbaijan, after the International Solid Waste Association (ISWA) called on member states to integrate sustainable waste strategies. Circular Online (CIWM) · 12 Nov 2024 Industry news QC Polymer: £1.3m theft of equipment as plant goes under £1.3 million worth of equipment has been stolen from QC Polymer West Midlands ahead of an auction to sell off its assets. The plastic bottle recycler went into administration on 29 October 2024 and insolvency service Hudson Weir was appointed as the administrator. Representatives from Hudson Weir said that when its instructed valuer and auctioneer … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 12 Nov 2024 Industry news The NBF Announces the Passing of Jim Gerety, Former NBF President It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Jim Gerety, a cherished member of the National Bed Federation (NBF) and Vispring families. Jim passed away on Saturday, 9th November 2024, at the age of 66 after a brief illness. Jim joined the NBF Board in 2019 and served as President from […] National Bed Federation · 12 Nov 2024 Industry news Suffolk opens £2m recycling centre in Haverhill Suffolk county council has officially opened its new £2 million recycling centre off Homefield Road in Haverhill. The site was built as a replacement for a previous centre at Chalkstone Way. The council said that it has already received 11,000 customer bookings – exceeding the 8,000-booking capacity of the old site. Physically, it is 3.5 … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 12 Nov 2024 Council news Paying your Council Tax - Gateshead Council Gateshead Council · 12 Nov 2024 Industry news Council saves over £500,000 through food waste recycling service Since launching its food waste recycling service, Swindon Borough Council announced it has recycled 4,000 tonnes of food waste and saved over £500,000. Circular Online (CIWM) · 12 Nov 2024 Council news Living Over The Shops Programme - Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council Antrim and Newtownabbey Council · 12 Nov 2024 Industry news 5 Ways UK Food Waste Trends Are Changing in 2024 Discover 2024’s biggest trends in UK food waste. Learn about composting, surplus donations, and how food rescue apps are growing. City Harvest London · 12 Nov 2024 Industry news Signify earns EcoVadis Platinum – again Signify has been awarded the highest Platinum rating from EcoVadis, which ranks businesses’ sustainability impact, for the fifth year running. […] Recolight · 12 Nov 2024 Industry news Enhancing Packaging Sustainability with the OPRL Recyclability Assessment Tool Evaluate and improve the recyclability of your packaging with the OPRL Recyclability Assessment Tool (RAT). OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) · 12 Nov 2024 Industry news Circular economy articles - Ellen MacArthur Foundation Ellen MacArthur Foundation — News · 12 Nov 2024 Industry news The leading waste to poduct company - Renewi Renewi · 12 Nov 2024 Industry news Half Year Results for the six months ended 30 September 2024 - Renewi Renewi · 12 Nov 2024 Global Efficiency Test in Recycling of Waste Wood Two machines from Arjes demonstrated their respective capability in shredding wood. According to German manufacturer Arjes, the efficiency and performance of two shredding machines for processing waste wood were put to the test at the Biomassehof Chiemgau in Bavaria: the new EuRec S-850 (an Arjes brand) and the well-established ARJES VZ 850. The goal of […] Global Recycling · 12 Nov 2024 Policy & government CMA tips: How to navigate finding a ‘recommended’ trader online The CMA has issued a set of tips for people finding traders via a recommendation site, as well as finalising its advice to the sector. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2024 Policy & government What to consider when using trader recommendation sites This guidance provides practical tips and advice to consumers on using trader recommendation sites. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2024 Policy & government Healthcare and medical services in Thailand Information for British people on medical support in Thailand including mental health, lists of hospitals and care homes and how the British embassy can help. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2024 Council news arrow_backGO BACK (Search Jobs) - St Helens Borough Council St. Helens Council · 12 Nov 2024 Policy & government Indigenous Peoples and protecting forests: Foreign Secretary's speech at COP29 At COP29 in Baku, David Lammy spoke at an event on scaling support for the role of Indigenous Peoples and local communities to protect forests and nature. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2024 Policy & government The worst case scenario is now playing out in northern Gaza: UK statement at the UN Security Council Statement by Lord Collins of Highbury, Minister for Africa and the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on the protection of civilians in armed conflict. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2024 Industry news COP16: Principales resultados acordados en la conferencia de la ONU sobre biodiversidad en Cali, Colombia La cumbre sobre biodiversidad COP16 se detuvo abruptamente después de que los países no alcanzaran... Carbon Brief · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news Valpak releases report on takeback cup scheme Consultancy Reconomy and its subsidiary Valpak have partnered with data analyst Footprint Intelligence to release a report featuring feedback and advice from its takeback scheme for single-use cups. Compiled with industry stakeholders, policy experts, NGOs and consultants, the report aims to assist foodservice operators ahead of the possible introduction of mandatory takeback scheme for disposa… letsrecycle.com News · 11 Nov 2024 Policy & government Sulphuric acid: properties, incident management and toxicology Information on sulphuric acid, for use in responding to chemical incidents. GOV.UK · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news Guest post: What 1.5C overshoot would mean for climate impacts and adaptation With average global temperatures set to see another record high this year, the chances of... Carbon Brief · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news Humanity has warmed the planet by 1.5°C since 1700 Most assessments of global warming use 1850-1900 as a baseline, but researchers have now established a new pre-industrial reference by using Antarctic ice cores to estimate the average temperature before 1700 New Scientist — Environment · 11 Nov 2024