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 Is the climate change food crisis even worse than we imagined? Extreme weather and a growing population are driving a food security crisis. What can we do to break the vicious cycle of carbon emissions, climate change and soaring food costs – or is it already too late? New Scientist — Environment · 11 Nov 2024 Policy & government UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for sponsors User guidance for sponsors who need to activate and use their NSVS Portal account. GOV.UK · 11 Nov 2024 Global Press release: European Sectoral Social Dialogue Committee for the Pulp & Paper Industries releases joint statement for an EU Industrial Deal focused on ensuring quality jobs CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 11 Nov 2024 Council news Find your next job - St Helens Borough Council St. Helens Council · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news Biffa warns of fines ahead of single-use vape ban Biffa has reminded retailers that they must continue to ensure they have a vape takeback scheme in place – regardless of the ban that will come into effect next year. The ban – which was announced last month – will prohibit the sale of single-use vapes in England, Scotland and Wales from 1 June 2025. … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Nov 2024 Policy & government Education: inequalities and attainment gaps Educational attainment gaps are widening for disadvantaged children and translating into unequal employment outcomes. How can policymakers address this? POST (Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology) · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news Altilium Welcomes Leader Of Plymouth City Council To Pioneering New EV Battery Facility Altilium, a UK-based clean technology group focused on supporting the transition to net zero, is pleased to announce the visit of Councillor Tudor Evans OBE, Leader of Plymouth City Council, to its new state-of-the-art EV battery recycling plant in Plymouth today, as the company embarks on the next phase of its ambitious growth plans. ATF Professional · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news CCA Newsletter 8 November 2024 The post CCA Newsletter 8 November 2024 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news News in brief | CIWM Commercial Partner Updates November News updates from CIWM’s commercial partners. Coastal Recycling becomes Devon’s first to turn black bag waste into alternative fuel Independent waste management business Coastal Recycling is set to become the first in Devon to turn waste once destined for landfill or incineration into coal-replacing fuel. Using an innovative biotechnology solution from Advetec, Coastal will […] Circular Online (CIWM) · 11 Nov 2024 Policy & government How to join a Cloud Video Platform (CVP) hearing Guidance on joining a Cloud Video Platform (CVP) hearing and sharing documents using your computer, mobile or tablet. GOV.UK · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news You tell us: what’s the best Christmas gift you’ve ever received? From insightfully chosen presents to the gift of an experience or simply someone’s time, what offerings have meant the most to you? Positive News · 11 Nov 2024 Policy & government Disengaged In a recent public inquiry, Traffic Commissioner Victoria Davies heard the case of PSM Recycling and HIAB Services Limited. GOV.UK · 11 Nov 2024 Policy & government Autumn Budget 2024: Overview of tax legislation and rates (OOTLAR) Tax policy announcements at Autumn Budget 2024. GOV.UK · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news Environment Agency launches waste changes consultation The Environment Agency has launched a consultation seeking the views of the waste, water and farming sectors on proposals to introduce new and update existing waste charges. Circular Online (CIWM) · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news Environment Agency launches waste charges consultation The Environment Agency has today (11 November 2024) launched a consultation on proposals to update waste charges. The ten-week consultation is open to those in the waste, water and farming sectors. Responses can be submitted until midnight on 20 January 2025. The Environment Agency has made four key proposals, set to come into force in April … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news Empowering rural South African youth with the John Lewis Partnership Foundation In December 2023, with support from the John Lewis Partnership Foundation’s Employability Fund, WasteAid started a project designed to create sustainable livelihoods for youth in rural South Africa working in the informal waste recycling sector. For rural South African communities high youth unemployment and unmanaged waste are significant challenges. Mpumalanga, a rural eastern South […] The p… WasteAid · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news Swindon saves over £500k through food waste service Since the start of its food waste collection service in November 2023, Swindon borough council has saved more than £500,000 and recycled over 4,440 tonnes of food waste. Residents can order two types of food waste caddies from the council’s website – a five-litre caddy for indoor use and a 23-litre caddy for outdoor use. … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news EARLY BIRD CATCHES THE SAVINGS! ALDI’S FROZEN CHRISTMAS TURKEYS LAND IN STORES CHEAPER THAN ANY OTHER SUPERMARKET With the countdown on to the big day, supermarket Aldi is helping shoppers spread the cost of Christmas with its full range of delicious and succulent British frozen turkeys available in stores now. Starting from just £13.49 — cheaper than any other supermarket […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news Any delay in reaching net zero will influence climate for centuries Reaching net-zero emissions is essential for halting climate change - but even after we achieve this goal, parts of the planet will continue to warm. Delaying net zero will worsen these effects New Scientist — Environment · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news Greggs redistributes equivalent of 1 million meals - Greggs Corporate Greggs corporate media · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news Liverpool Council to take full control of environmental services Liverpool City Council is set to take full control of essential environmental services, including waste collection, street cleansing and park maintenance. Circular Online (CIWM) · 11 Nov 2024 Council news Bury Art Museum - Bury Council Bury Council · 11 Nov 2024 Global The Launch of “Spotlight on Malaysia: Buyer Program” at CHINAPLAS 2025 To further promote the innovations and applications of plastics and rubber technology, Adsale Exhibition Services Ltd. (Adsale), the organizer of CHINAPLAS, one of the world’s leading plastics and rubber trade fairs, proudly announces its debut initiative, the “Spotlight on Malaysia: Buyer Program”. This initiative strategically partnered with the Malaysian Plastics Manufacturers Association (M… Global Recycling · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news MULLED WINE SALES HEAT UP AS BRITS EMBRACE COSY SEASON Shoppers are reaching for their festive treats even earlier this year as the nights draw in and the temperature drops, according to Aldi. The UK’s fourth-largest supermarket has reported a staggering 170% surge in sales of Mulled Wine and Flavour Mulled Wine year-on-year, with Aldi’s entire seasonal range experiencing 20% year-on-year growth. Other notable increases […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 11 Nov 2024 Policy & government Apply for a certificate to confirm you will pay UK National Insurance while self-employed abroad temporarily (CA3837) Apply for a certificate to confirm that you only need to pay UK National Insurance contributions if you're a self-employed individual working temporarily in an EU country, Gibraltar, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Switzerland. GOV.UK · 11 Nov 2024 Global Families on the frontlines: the human impact of climate crisis Extreme weather is hitting with unprecedented force, uprooting lives and changing landscapes forever. Families and communities across the world are facing unimaginable devastation. Greenpeace International · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news Altilium welcomes leader of Plymouth City Council to ACT 2 EV battery recycling facility Altilium, a UK-based clean technology group focused on supporting the transition to net zero, is pleased to announce the visit of Councillor Tudor Evans OBE, Leader of Plymouth City Council, to its new state-of-the-art EV battery recycling plant in Plymouth today, as the company embarks on the next phase of its ambitious growth plans. [...] Altilium news · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news Bins for Business: A Complete Guide Businesses of all sizes rely on bins to keep their premises clean and tidy. The right bin can make a big difference in how efficiently your business operates. From small wheelie bins to large-scale compactors, there's a bin solution for every need. By understanding the different types of commercial bins and their features, you can choose the right ones for your business. Bywaters · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news Cathay Pacific SAF programme welcomes new partners Cathay Pacific has welcomed several new partners onto its Corporate Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Programme. The new partners are DB Schenker, Kuehne+Nagel, Julius Baer and Lenton Group – bringing the total partnership number to 15. The Hong Kong-based airline launched the programme in 2022 to accelerate the transition to SAF in the aviation industry. The … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news 5 ways to have a greener Christmas The post 5 ways to have a greener Christmas appeared first on Bristol Waste Company . Bristol Waste Company · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news Now’s the chance for the UK to make its mark and be bold on methane Catastrophic flooding in Spain and recent hurricane events in the US are just the latest extreme weather events indicating the urgent need for more climate action. Recent scientific evidence underscores that we must now act decisively. Among the greenhouse gases, methane stands out as critical […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news Burning issues in a stressful career - Engineering and Technology Magazine E&T Magazine (IET) · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news Box your Butts to keep them out of our drains, rivers and seas - Keep Britain Tidy Keep Britain Tidy · 11 Nov 2024 Policy & government British High Commissioner Nik Mehta's Remembrance Sunday Speech British High Commissioner to Singapore, HE Nik Mehta's Remembrance Sunday Speech, delivered on 10 November 2024. GOV.UK · 11 Nov 2024 Industry news Mackie’s renewable energy record and Cardiff’s ‘Refill Return Cup’ scheme: The sustainability success stories of the week As part of our Mission Possible campaign, edie delivers this member-exclusive weekly round-up of five of the best sustainable business success stories of the week. In this week's edition, Mackie’s of Scotland’s renewable energy record, and much more. edie — Circular Economy tag · 10 Nov 2024 Global ISWA Welcomes Kiverco as our Newest Silver Member ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 10 Nov 2024 Global Power and Efficiency: FOR REC’s Advanced Solutions for E-Waste Recycling The rise in electronic consumption has brought with it a significant increase in Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). This waste stream is particularly complex, requiring specialized treatment to safely manage hazardous materials such as mercury, lead, and cadmium. Moreover, recycling WEEE not only ensures the safe disposal of harmful substances but also allows for […] Global Recycling · 10 Nov 2024 Council news Portaferry Public Realm - Ards and North Down Borough Council Ards and North Down Council · 9 Nov 2024 Policy & government Water level information for Spey at Invertruim - Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) SEPA (Scottish Environment Protection Agency) · 9 Nov 2024 Industry news Join OPRL in Spreading Some Festive Joy! OPRL are spreading holiday joy with our Christmas Toy Drive! Partnering with Sleigh2Give, we’re bringing smiles to children in Oxfordshire hospitals and supporting families in need. Donate online by December 9th or send a special gift to make this season magical for kids of all ages. Let's brighten lives together! OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) · 9 Nov 2024