Recycling news: 2025

Industry news Climate heating has reached even deepest parts of the Arctic Ocean The depths of the Arctic Ocean have warmed more than scientists expected. New research has placed the blame on warmer water from Greenland New Scientist — Environment · 19 Nov 2025 Global Climate activists inaugurate Greenpeace exhibition on climate loss and damage A new Greenpeace exhibit at COP30 displays the effects of climate damages around the world. Greenpeace International · 19 Nov 2025 Industry news How our real world data is making the case for the Right to Repair Behind every broken product is a story. And after more than a decade of community repair events, we’ve heard thousands. So what lessons have we learned and how are they helping us push for the Right to Repair? The Restart Project · 19 Nov 2025 Council news Community Awards: Winners announced Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council’s first ever Community Awards have recognised 28 individuals and groups for their outstanding contribution to local life. Tonbridge and Malling Council · 19 Nov 2025 Policy & government Putting fans first: consultation on the resale of live events tickets The government is consulting on proposals to strengthen consumer protections in relation to ticket resales. GOV.UK · 19 Nov 2025 Policy & government Putting fans first: call for evidence on pricing practices in the live events sector The government is seeking evidence about pricing practices in the live events sector. GOV.UK · 19 Nov 2025 Policy & government Defence Secretary speech on threats to the UK The Defence Secretary set out the scale of threats we face, including from the Russian spy ship Yantar which was threatening UK waters between 5 and 11 November. GOV.UK · 19 Nov 2025 Council news Understanding advanced driver assistance systems Newer vehicles are packed with safety technology designed to protect you and others on the road. Find out about driver assistance technology. South Gloucestershire Council · 19 Nov 2025 Global Analysis: EU softens ESG rules as compliance pressure builds for US The European Union’s sustainability agenda remains the most far-reaching globally, but as of late 2025 it has entered a phase of recalibration and political compromise. Resource Recycling (US) · 19 Nov 2025 Global Sector holds wide gaps in environmental standards A recent investigation by the Basel Action Network has renewed questions about environmental accountability throughout the electronics lifecycle. Resource Recycling (US) · 19 Nov 2025 Global From crawl to run: a clear roadmap for ITAD ESG In a workshop at this year’s E-Scrap Conference in Grapevine, Texas, e-Stewards and Bloom ESG walked IT asset disposition operators through the basics of ESG reporting, greenhouse gas accounting and avoided emissions, then showed how a pair of software tools can turn that data into customer-ready narratives. Resource Recycling (US) · 19 Nov 2025 Global New entrepreneurs bring renewed energy to e-cycling A wave of new entrepreneurship is helping rejuvenate electronics end-of-life management, as highlighted at a workshop during the 2025 E-Scrap Conference in Grapevine, Texas. Resource Recycling (US) · 19 Nov 2025 Council news 22/01817/OUT - Land to South of Old Gloucester Road Cheltenham - Cheltenham Borough Council Cheltenham Council · 19 Nov 2025 Global Clearing the Greenwash Fog: Challenging Big Agribusiness at COP30 The post Clearing the Greenwash Fog: Challenging Big Agribusiness at COP30 appeared first on Changing Markets . Changing Markets Foundation · 19 Nov 2025 Policy & government £300k of support announced for North West’s coastal regions Minister Peacock spoke at the Tourism Alliance conference, announcing VisitEngland funding for coastal regions of the North West, supported by Government. GOV.UK · 19 Nov 2025 Council news Holiday activities for school children - London Borough of Waltham Forest Waltham Forest Council · 19 Nov 2025 Global News from MKV Polymers, Metallium Ltd. and more MKV Polymers, a subsidiary of Germany-based industrial plastics recycler and compounder MKV, is opening a North American arm in Akron, Ohio. Metallium Ltd. has established a Western heavy-rare-earth refining pathway through a collaboration with New Frontier Minerals, Ltd. PayMore brand’s stores now recycle more than 1.1 million pounds of e-waste each year and buy and […] Resource Recycling (US) · 19 Nov 2025 Policy & government MOD Accredited Official and Official Statistics by topic A list of Ministry of Defence Accredited Official and Official Statistics publications, arranged by topic. GOV.UK · 19 Nov 2025 Industry news Ace Green Recycling names Rick Stollsteimer SVP Ace Green Recycling has confirmed the appointment of industry veteran Rick Stollsteimer as senior vice president of operations.Stollsteimer arrives from Gopher Resource, one of the largest battery recyclers in the United States. In his role as vice president of operations, he managed a round-the-clock smelting plant producing over 175,000 tonnes of finished product each year.… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 19 Nov 2025 Global Certification Scorecard for November 19, 2025 The following are facilities that have achieved, renewed or otherwise regained R2 certification recently: BlueSky Solutions of Charlotte, North Carolina Chicago Surplus Computers, Division of Comptech Recycling & Trading of Lombard, Illinois Computer Recyclers USA of Suwanee, Georgia Ecos Recycling of Tucker, Georgia Engrane Verde of Hermosillo, Mexico Full Circle Electronics CA dba Cal Micro […] Resource Recycling (US) · 19 Nov 2025 Global Circular Economy Act Open the document European Bioplastics (EUBP), representing the bioplastics value chain in Europe, welcomes the European Commission’s upcoming Circular Economy Act (CEA) as a cornerstone legislative file to accelerate Europe’s transition towards a resilient, resource-efficient, climate-neutral, and competitive bioeconomy. The CEA provides a unique opportunity to align Europe’s circularity objec… European Bioplastics News · 19 Nov 2025 Industry news Cropped 19 November 2025: COP30 edition We handpick and explain the most important stories at the intersection of climate, land, food... Carbon Brief · 19 Nov 2025 Industry news AnteoTech achieves 70% silicon breakthrough AnteoTech has announced a major performance milestone for its Ultranode™ high-silicon anode technology.The company confirmed that its 70% silicon Ultranode X anode has achieved 890 cycles with 80% capacity retention, alongside 1,070 cycles at 70% capacity.Ultranode is designed to deliver over 30% higher energy density compared with conventional graphite anodes. This translates into extended EV… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 19 Nov 2025 Council news Local government reorganisation (LGR) - New Forest District Council New Forest Council · 19 Nov 2025 Industry news Biogas: delivering sustainable growth, energy security and a circular economy – ADBA National Conference 2025, London, 10 December Biogas: delivering sustainable growth, energy security and a circular economy ADBA National Conference 2025, London, 10 December The annual National Conference by the Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association (ADBA) will take place at 1 Great George Street, London on Wednesday 10 December. Lord Whitehead CBE, author of the Greenhouse Gas Removals Review and recently appointed… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 19 Nov 2025 Policy & government UK/New Zealand clean energy partnership: memorandum of cooperation UK Secretary of State Ed Miliband signed an MoC with New Zealand on clean energy cooperation at COP30. GOV.UK · 19 Nov 2025 Industry news Double triumph for Keenan Recycling at IVECO Mission Awards 2025 The post Double triumph for Keenan Recycling at IVECO Mission Awards 2025 appeared first on Keenan Recycling . Keenan Recycling · 19 Nov 2025 Industry news 8 countries commit to Brazil-led farmland restoration accelerator at COP30 RAIZ will support governments and financial partners restore degraded agricultural areas while rebuilding natural ecosystems. Announced this morning at the COP30 UN Climate Summit in Belem, Brazil, leaders from Australia, Canada, Japan, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, New Zealand, Norway, Peru and the United Kingdom have now pledged to back the Resilient Agriculture Investment for […] Environment Journal · 19 Nov 2025 Council news Street cleaning - Dover District Council Dover Council · 19 Nov 2025 Global Plastics Pact supports chemical recycling as complementary To help inform policy and develop industry-led best practices, the US Plastics Pact published a position paper on Wednesday regarding the role of physical and chemical recycling for plastic packaging. Resource Recycling (US) · 19 Nov 2025 Policy & government NDA working with private developer to accelerate Chapelcross Hub The NDA group has announced it’s working with CX Power as the strategic developer to support the delivery of the green energy hub masterplan at Chapelcross. GOV.UK · 19 Nov 2025 Council news Live at Kirkstall Abbey: The Maccabees — Plus special guests - Leeds Museums and Galleries Leeds Council · 19 Nov 2025 Industry news ELVS in France’s overseas territories: breaking the vicious cycle of abandonment Vanessa Montagne, General Director of Recycler Mon Véhicule, sheds light on the growing crisis of end-of-life vehicles (ELVs) in France’s overseas territories. Faced with isolation, limited infrastructure, and mounting environmental risks, she calls for coordinated action to end widespread vehicle abandonment and build a resilient, circular economic model. Auto Recycling World · 19 Nov 2025 Industry news Vertu Motors CEO issues warning on UK EV target-strain ahead of 2026 push In a recent appearance on the Nick Ferrari Show on LBC, Vertu Motors chief Robert Forrester sounded a note of caution for the UK automotive sector, arguing that the government’s target for zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) sales presents “immense pressure” and could trigger supply disruption and market strain. ATF Professional · 19 Nov 2025 Policy & government Effective governance resources Support for maintained school governing bodies, academy trust boards, leaders and governance professionals (clerks) in developing sustainable and effective governance. GOV.UK · 19 Nov 2025 Industry news Surplus Recycling Powers Circular Mobility The Surplus Recycling Group becomes the European leader in remanufactured parts and a pioneer in the circular economy. Auto Recycling World · 19 Nov 2025 Global UN Tax Convention: Greenpeace calls for stronger ambition as negotiations close As the third round of UN Tax Convention negotiations concludes today, Greenpeace is calling on countries to step up their ambition and deliver a robust treaty. Greenpeace International · 19 Nov 2025 Policy & government Harris Bokhari appointed as Chair of the British Tourist Authority Board The Secretary of State has appointed Harris Bokhari as Chair of the British Tourist Authority Board for a term of 3 years from 1 December 2025 to 30 November 2028. GOV.UK · 19 Nov 2025 Policy & government A v (1) B, the Organisation (2) C (3) D: [2025] EAT 167 Employment Appeal Tribunal judgment of Judge Tayler on 13 November 2025. GOV.UK · 19 Nov 2025 Industry news Submesoscale: Subsurface ocean ‘storms’ linked to rapid Antarctic ice melt UC Irvine and NASA researchers have identified stormlike circulation patterns beneath Antarctic ice shelves that are causing aggressive melting. These "submesoscale" features drive warm water intrusion, accelerating the melt of key glaciers like Thwaites and Pine Island. Open Access Government — Environment · 19 Nov 2025