Recycling news: 2025

Global Connections: User’s Guide To Risk Analysis There is no magic or mystery when it comes to risk assessments. This primer provides the fundamentals. BioCycle · 2 Dec 2025 Global Love To Compost In Minnesota Organics Recycling Toolkit's goal is to increase participation in municipal source separated organics programs and decrease contamination. BioCycle · 2 Dec 2025 Global Organics Recycler Grows In Idaho Timber Creek Recycling entered the world of organics recycling many years ago as a way to make bedding for its cows … BioCycle · 2 Dec 2025 Global Multifamily Food Scraps Collection New York State Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) convened three experts from across the U.S. who represented multifamily food waste diversion programs … BioCycle · 2 Dec 2025 Global Compost Marketplace Requirements The USCC and AAPFCO have collaborated over the years to address compost labeling and registration initiatives that benefit the composting industry. Part II BioCycle · 2 Dec 2025 Industry news Research flags light pollution as a silent threat to the planet (and one easily solved) New research seems to have revealed for the first time the full extent of how Artificial Light At Night (ALAN) is increasing carbon released by plants and animals across continents – without any increase in the carbon they absorb. The result is reduced carbon storage in ecosystems – which has major implications for climate models […] Envirotec Magazine · 2 Dec 2025 Global BPI Microgrant Winners $47,210 of funding was awarded to 12 projects … BioCycle · 2 Dec 2025 Global Char In A Jar “… Each jar turns a classic holiday gag into something that supports real circular-economy impact …” BioCycle · 2 Dec 2025 Global PFAS-Driven Biosolids Use Ban Challenges Maine WWTPs Article reports “handling sludge has gotten more expensive and more complicated” in the past three years. BioCycle · 2 Dec 2025 Policy & government Wilton Park Executive Agency framework document 2025 The Wilton Park Executive Agency framework document sets out the broad governance framework agreed between Wilton Park and the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office. GOV.UK · 2 Dec 2025 Industry news What’s in Downing Street’s new Environment Improvement Plan? A comprehensive document has been published detailing goals and measures government will take to improve and support nature. Here’s what you need to know. Unveiled yesterday. Monday 1st December, the Environment Improvement Plan (EIP) is billed as a new strategic framework for preventing the decline of nature and assisting recovery. This builds on the Environment […] Environment Journal · 2 Dec 2025 Industry news Welsh Ministers warn of ‘no DRS in Wales’ without glass inclusion The Welsh Government has warned that the nation will not proceed with its Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) unless the inclusion of glass is formally permitted. In a statement released last week (27 November 2025), Huw Irranca-Davies, Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change and Rural Affairs, stated that if the UK Government does … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 2 Dec 2025 Industry news OPRL Supports WasteAid in the Big Give Christmas Challenge 2025 For Christmas 2025, OPRL supports WasteAid through the Big Give Christmas Challenge, helping build global recycling solutions and reduce waste. Learn how you can get involved and make twice the impact. OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) · 2 Dec 2025 Global Closing the loopholes: A call for stronger EU rules for safer and fairer eCommerce Online marketplaces have become a major gateway for non-compliant products entering the EU, allowing third-country sellers to bypass essential safety, environmental, and EPR rules. As millions of low-value parcels flow into Europe each year, regulatory loopholes leave consumers exposed to unsafe goods and undermine fair competition. Seventy NGOs and industry groups are now calling on the EU to … EXPRA · 2 Dec 2025 Industry news Government announces strengthened Environmental Improvement Plan The UK government published its revised Environmental Improvement Plan (EIP) on Monday 1 December, presented as a five-year roadmap to tackle the nature and climate crisis, improve public health, and support sustainable growth. It includes significant funding commitments on landscape recovery, peatlands restoration, as well as the first government plan to address PFAS pollution and […] Envirotec Magazine · 2 Dec 2025 Industry news Kraken Robotics secures $12m in sonar and battery orders Kraken Robotics has confirmed new purchase orders worth around $12 million for its synthetic aperture sonar (SAS) and subsea battery technologies.The orders for Kraken SAS, KATFISH™ towed SAS spares and SeaPower™ batteries have been placed by organisations such as Teledyne Marine, Terradepth and two NATO member navies.“As we near the end of the calendar year,… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 2 Dec 2025 Industry news Badgequo Ltd Discover how Badgequo uses OPRL to communicate clear, consistent recycling messages, saving time and resources. OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) · 2 Dec 2025 Global Green corruption: the environmental crime hiding in plain sight This project was funded by the Federal Environment Agency and the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Climate Action, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety. The funds are made available by resolution of the German Bundestag. The EEB is responsible for the content of this publication. Money makes mischief. As investment in the energy transition grows, so does the risk of the criminal-minded s… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 2 Dec 2025 Industry news ASM Auto Recycling moves up to second place in ABP Green Parts Supplier rankings ASM Auto Recycling has moved up to 2nd place in the ABP Green Parts Supplier rankings for 2025, rising from 5th in 2024. The improved position reflects its focus on reliable reclaimed parts, strong service and support for UK bodyshops, insurers and work providers. ATF Professional · 2 Dec 2025 Industry news Funding boost for lithium-sulfur battery scale-up The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has confirmed AU$7.86 million (US$5.11m) in funding to Li-S Energy, backing the development of lithium-sulfur battery technology and supporting the next stage of Australia’s advanced battery manufacturing ambitions.The investment will allow Li-S Energy to progress manufacturing optimisation, feasibility studies and front-end engineering design (FEE… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 2 Dec 2025 Industry news Government’s air quality Plan puts the economy ahead of health Dr Peter Knapp – air quality scientist, journalist and filmmaker – provides a damning response to the Government’s Environmental Improvement Plan, which was published yesterday. The important and necessary steps for the Government is to reduce the sources of air pollution. I outline eight areas and how the Government Plan has addressed them. 1. Adopting […] Air Quality News · 2 Dec 2025 Industry news IRT Webinar – Building Trust in Reused Auto Parts Through Accreditation Accreditation is rapidly becoming essential to proving the safety, quality and traceability of reused parts. This IRT webinar will show how clear standards and technology-led programmes help auto recyclers build trust, meet insurer expectations and grow their business. Auto Recycling World · 2 Dec 2025 Industry news BMRA releases Landfill Guidance for Shredder Operators BMRA has released new Landfill Guidance for Shredder Operators, helping metal recyclers manage and classify metal shredder residue ahead of 2026 rules. ATF Professional · 2 Dec 2025 Policy & government Common biomass sustainability framework We're seeking views on a common biomass sustainability framework to strengthen existing biomass criteria and ensure greater consistency across sectors. GOV.UK · 2 Dec 2025 Industry news Enva acquisition expands Northern Ireland operations Enva has acquired waste management company Irish Waste and its subsidiary MacNabb Waste, taking 100% of the issued shares in the businesses. Irish Waste and MacNabb Waste operate across three sites in Northern Ireland, handling the collection, treatment, recycling and recovery of both hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams. Roger McDermott, who took over as CEO … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 2 Dec 2025 Industry news WasteAid joins The Big Give Christmas Challenge – double your impact this festive season This December, WasteAid is delighted to once again take part in The Big Give Christmas Challenge – the UK’s biggest annual match-funding campaign. This is a powerful opportunity for you to double the impact of your donation and help us scale up our work tackling the global waste crisis. Why this matters Worldwide, around […] WasteAid · 2 Dec 2025 Industry news WRA and WPIF ‘disappointed’ over 2026 wood packaging recycling targets The Wood Recyclers’ Association (WRA) and Wood Panel Industries Federation (WPIF) have expressed disappointment over the government’s decision to keep the wood packaging recycling target unchanged for 2026. Without a higher target, the trade bodies claim there will be no incentive to segregate and recycle wooden packaging, thereby driving it up the waste hierarchy. […] Circular Online (CIWM) · 2 Dec 2025 Global BIOPLASTICS MARKET DEVELOPMENT UPDATE 2025 Open the document Continuous growth: global production capacities of biobased plastics 2025-2030 Global biobased plastics production capacity currently represents roughly 0.5% of the 431 million tonnes* of plastics produced annually. Global plastics production is maintaining its upward trajectory, supported by expanding end-use industries and innovation in material performance. Within this mome… European Bioplastics News · 2 Dec 2025 Industry news EPR Compliance Challenges in 2026 Perhaps you thought that the switch from the 2007 packaging regulations to Extended Producer Responsibility for Packaging was all done and dusted in 2025 – you enrolled, submitted data and paid your Notice of Liability. Der Beitrag EPR Compliance Challenges in 2026 erschien zuerst auf United Kingdom (EN) . ERP UK (European Recycling Platform) · 2 Dec 2025 Industry news UK CBAM policy update: What the new UK CBAM bill means for importers Our blog breaks down the latest UK CBAM Policy Update, summarising the key changes introduced in the draft bill submitted to Parliament on 26/11. Discover what the updates mean for UK importers, how they compare to the EU CBAM, and what businesses should do now to prepare for 2027 compliance. Valpak · 2 Dec 2025 Policy & government Section 62A Planning Application: S62A/2025/0120 286-292 Wells Road, Bristol, BS4 2PU Overview of case details, documents, key dates and how to make a representation. GOV.UK · 2 Dec 2025 Industry news A Review of ICM AG’s World Reuse & Recycling Forum, Asia Replicating the success of its long-running European congresses, ICM AG brought its World Reuse & Recycling Forum, Asia to Shanghai, taking over the Pudong Shangri-La with parallel tracks on batteries, electronics and end-of-life vehicles (ELVs). Either side of the two-day conference, delegates toured facilities ranging from SK Tes’s e-waste and battery plant and Huayou cobalt to modern ELV dis… ATF Professional · 2 Dec 2025 Global EUBP presents the Results of the 2025 Market Data Report Berlin, 2 December 2025 – European Bioplastics (EUBP) unveiled its Bioplastics Market Development Update 2025 at EBC25 in Berlin, presenting new data that confirms the continued global expansion of biobased plastics production and their growing role in the transition to a sustainable, circular economy. According to the report, global biobased plastics production capacity is [...] European Bioplastics News · 2 Dec 2025 Industry news Thermoformed cellulose solution proves great fit for presentation boxes PACKAGING supplier Pusterla 1880 has announced it is extending its choice of sustainable alternatives for the internal fitments in its presentation boxes with the introduction of an FSC-certified thermoformed cellulose. The company said its latest CALECO ranges eliminate plastics by using either wet-moulded pulp or dry-moulded paper, with a variety of options that can be […] Packaging Scotland · 2 Dec 2025 Industry news Sustainable gifts: 27 meaningful presents that do good From organic clothing to wild jams, here are 27 sustainable gifts to give this Christmas Positive News · 2 Dec 2025 Policy & government PM speech at Lady Mayor's Banquet: 1 December 2025 Prime Minister Keir Starmer made a speech on foreign policy at the Lady Mayor's Banquet at the Guildhall, London. GOV.UK · 2 Dec 2025 Policy & government Package travel legislation: consultation on proposed amendments The government is consulting on proposed changes to the 2018 Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations (2018 PTRs). GOV.UK · 2 Dec 2025 Policy & government UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement: Trade Partnership Committee meeting 12 December 2024, minutes These are minutes from the fourth meeting of the Trade Partnership Committee under the UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement. GOV.UK · 2 Dec 2025 Policy & government Give confidently to registered charities this Giving Tuesday Regulators share tips on giving with confidence to registered charities this festive season GOV.UK · 2 Dec 2025 Industry news Transportation battery shipments rebound in Q3 BCI statistics reveal a notable rebound in transportation battery shipments during the third quarter of 2025.Overall battery shipments rose by 10% compared with Q2, driven by strong replacement demand across several categories.Passenger car batteries led the recovery, with OE shipments up 2% and replacement shipments surging 23.7% quarter on quarter. Heavy duty commercial batteries also… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 2 Dec 2025