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Global Smart Plastic Technologies Earns Patent for Bio-Assimilating Polyolefin Technology Technology transforms conventional PE and PP resins into materials that promote breakdown into CO2, water, and biomass rather than microplastics. PlasticsToday · 16 Jul 2026 Global Scrap Metal Recycling Market to Surpass USD 100.70 Billion by 2033, Expanding at 5.9% CAGR | 2026–2033 Forecast The latest study, titled Scrap Metal Recycling Market 2026, published by Coherent Market Insights, delivers high-impact insights into both regional and global markets projected to grow from 2026 to 2033. Waste360 · 16 Jul 2026 Global From Waste to Worth: Bloom Marks 10 Years of Transforming Wastewater into a Regional Sustainability Success Today, Bloom has become one of the nation's leading examples of how innovation can convert an everyday waste stream into environmental, economic and community value. Waste360 · 16 Jul 2026 Global The Recycling Partnership Announces Greg Saxon as New Chief Executive Officer The Recycling Partnership (The Partnership) announced that Greg Saxon has been named its next Chief Executive Officer, effective July 20, 2026. Saxon succeeds Founder and CEO Keefe Harrison, following a planned leadership transition announced this spring. Waste360 · 16 Jul 2026 Global China's 15th Five-Year Plan Positions Robotics & AI to Drive Growth China shifts focus from traditional automation to AI-integrated intelligent robotics, leveraging its massive domestic market and manufacturing dominance. PlasticsToday · 16 Jul 2026 Global Tapping “Compost Deserts”: The Waste Industry’s Next Big Opportunity For NewTerra Compost co-founders Normand Lavoie and Michael Ryan, building organics recycling from the ground up in Chattanooga wasn't just a strategic business expansion. It was personal. Waste360 · 16 Jul 2026 Global EU sanctions deadlock down to one Greek oligarch - euractiv.com Euractiv — Circular Economy · 16 Jul 2026 Global Environmental Solutions names vice president of sales Ashley Wilson will bring more than a decade of industry experience to her new role. Recycling Today · 16 Jul 2026 Global Environmental Solutions names vice president of sales Ashley Wilson will bring more than a decade of industry experience to her new role. Waste Today Magazine · 16 Jul 2026 Global Scaled‑up crediting approaches to deliver climate change mitigation results - OECD OECD — Environment · 16 Jul 2026 Global Federal funds boost critical mineral research efforts A Midwest consortium plans to use the money to build up domestic mineral recovery and processing efforts. E-Scrap News (Resource Recycling) · 16 Jul 2026 Global South Korea mobilizes major F&B chains in reusable packaging push The South Korean government has joined forces with companies in the coffee, fast-food, and bakery sectors to reduce single-use packaging, amid the nation’s efforts to build a plastic-free society. The Ministry of Climate, Energy, and Environment has signed an agreement with global giants like Starbucks, Burger King, KFC, and McDonald’s, alongside domestic brands and 150 independent cafés. Packaging Insights (CNS Media) · 16 Jul 2026 Global Entsorgungsunternehmen Seenons und Junkbusters schließen sich zusammen Gemeinsam für transparentes und zirkuläres Abfallmanagement in Europa. Seenons und Junkbusters schließen sich zusammen, um das zirkuläre Abfallmanagement in Dänemark, Schweden und Deutschland weiter voranzubringen. Junkbusters, ein in Dänemark gegründetes […] Recyclingportal.eu · 16 Jul 2026 Global Canon launches next-gen inkjet press for high-speed digital printing Canon USA has launched the next generation of its B2+ sheetfed inkjet press, the varioPRESS iV7, a digital printing solution with packaging applications. The varioPRESS iV7 was unveiled at thINK Ahead 2026 (Jul 13–15), an inkjet printing trade show held in Florida, US. The press is said to offer high print quality and operational efficiency for direct mail providers, as well as photobook produc… Packaging Insights (CNS Media) · 16 Jul 2026 Global Robuste Lösung für kommunale Recyclinghöfe Abfallwirtschaftsbetrieb Emsland sammelt Elektroschrott in Craemer CB3-Palettenboxen. Der Abfallwirtschaftsbetrieb Emsland nutzt CB3-Palettenboxen von Craemer zur Sammlung von Elektroschrott. Die robusten Kunststoffboxen dienen als austauschbare Sammelbehälter und ersetzen die bisher genutzten […] Recyclingportal.eu · 16 Jul 2026 Global Deutsche Bahn reusable cup dispute tests Germany’s packaging law An ongoing case between Environmental Action Germany (DUH) and national rail operator Deutsche Bahn (DB) is highlighting tension between single-use packaging regulations and the practical implementation of reusable systems in high-traffic settings. Last year, DUH sought an injunction to compel DB to comply with Germany’s reusable offer obligation in Section 33 of the country’s Packaging Act. Fr… Packaging Insights (CNS Media) · 16 Jul 2026 Global The Recycling Partnership names new CEO Greg Saxon has more than 20 years of leadership experience in roles related to electronics recycling, packaging, procurement, supply chain and more. Recycling Today · 16 Jul 2026 Global Aliplast gains Kronos Polymer Polska majority stake to double recycling capacity Aliplast has signed an agreement through its Polish subsidiary, Aliplast Polska, to acquire a 70% stake in Kronos Polymer Polska, a newly formed company that will be spun off from Kronos Polymer. Kronos Polymer, a Polish operator active in the recycling and processing of PE, operates an industrial site in Gniew, Poland, completed in late 2022. The newly formed company involved in the transactio… Packaging Insights (CNS Media) · 16 Jul 2026 Global New European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation: Digital Tool for Declarations of Conformity The companies PACKLIANCE GmbH and cyclos-HTP GmbH (CHI) will jointly launch a digital tool for preparing the declaration of conformity required under Article 39 PPWR. As reported, the solution enables companies to organize relevant packaging data in a structured manner and use it to generate both the technical documentation and the declaration of conformity in […] Global Recycling · 16 Jul 2026 Global How Africa is turning wild landscapes into appreciating assets - The World Economic Forum World Economic Forum — Circular Economy · 16 Jul 2026 Global Europe’s forgotten hard power - euractiv.com Euractiv — Circular Economy · 16 Jul 2026 Global Deutscher Rohstofffonds: DMT Group führt Technical Due Diligence für Rohstoffprojekte durch DMT, ein Unternehmen der TÜV Nord Group, übernimmt im Rahmen des Deutschen Rohstofffonds die Technical Due Diligence ausgewählter Rohstoffprojekte in der Gewinnung und Verarbeitung kritischer Rohstoffe. Im Mittelpunkt der technischen […] Recyclingportal.eu · 16 Jul 2026 Global EU-Vergabereform: Green Public Procurement ist verbindlich zu regeln BDE fordert europaweit verlässliche Nachfrage nach Recyclingrohstoffen und kreislauffähigen Produkten. Ein öffentlich bekannt gewordener Arbeitsentwurf der Europäischen Kommission sieht vor, die bislang getrennten Richtlinien über öffentliche Aufträge, Sektorenvergaben und Konzessionen […] Recyclingportal.eu · 16 Jul 2026 Global Twelve hours in Kyiv - euractiv.com Euractiv — Circular Economy · 16 Jul 2026 Global Big ticket projects poised to affect basic materials, construction sectors Investments in auto production and transportation and energy infrastructure are among large projects announced or getting underway this summer. Recycling Today · 16 Jul 2026 Global China’s soft quarantine of Taiwan: What’s at stake for Europe - euractiv.com Euractiv — Circular Economy · 16 Jul 2026 Global Meloni shaken as her own allies torpedo flagship reform - euractiv.com Euractiv — Circular Economy · 16 Jul 2026 Global Finland's Orpo under fire over €35 million arena funding deal - euractiv.com Euractiv — Circular Economy · 16 Jul 2026 Global The five blocs dominating Europe's carbon pricing fight - euractiv.com Euractiv — Circular Economy · 16 Jul 2026 Global Europe has no answer if China follows the US in limiting its AIs - euractiv.com Euractiv — Circular Economy · 16 Jul 2026 Global Recycling CEO sees balance in summer ferrous market George Adams of SA Recycling fails to find reasons for a recycled steel price plunge or spike in a report prepared for a global recycling association. Recycling Today · 16 Jul 2026 Global Blackbelt360 opts in to e-Stewards program The IT asset refurbishment services company now is part of the e-Stewards Enterprise Program. Recycling Today · 15 Jul 2026 Global Recyclaro designed for online recyclables trading Operators of the India-based website say numerous secondary commodities can be traded on the platform. Recycling Today · 15 Jul 2026 Global The Recycling Partnership names new CEO TRP says it chose Greg Saxon, former COO of ITAD company PedalPoint Recycling, for his expertise in recycling, packaging, procurement and circular economy skills. He succeeds founder Keefe Harrison. Waste Dive · 15 Jul 2026 Global Sanctions no deal forces EU to freeze oil cap for a week - euractiv.com Euractiv — Circular Economy · 15 Jul 2026 Global Strait of Hormuz Crisis Reignites Plastics Industry Concerns President Donald Trump reverses transit fee plan but warns of escalating military action, leaving plastics manufacturers uncertain about feedstock price stability and supply chains. PlasticsToday · 15 Jul 2026 Global Greg Saxon to lead The Recycling Partnership New CEO will take over for the nonprofit group’s founder next week. Resource Recycling (US) · 15 Jul 2026 Global Remarks by Executive Vice-President Virkkunen and Commissioners Šefčovič and Zaharieva on the EU-India Trade and Technology Council ministerial European Commission Speech Brussels, 15 Jul 2026 Executive Vice-President Virkkunen Today we held our third Trade and Technology Council with India. Since 2023, the EU and India have been working together acro... European Commission DG Environment · 15 Jul 2026 Global Certification Scorecard — Week of July 13, 2026 The following facilities have achieved, renewed or otherwise regained industry certifications. Resource Recycling (US) · 15 Jul 2026 Global Biochar is booming. Could waste fuel its future? Production capacity for the material, which is created by treating organic matter at high temperatures, nearly doubled in two years. The American Biochar Institute projects even faster growth by 2027. Waste Dive · 15 Jul 2026