Recycling news: 2026

Global Valipac (Belgium): Cooperation, Compliance and Circularity in a Changing Packaging Landscape Valipac’s 2025 Activity Report highlights how cooperation can help companies navigate a rapidly changing EPR landscape. Recent initiatives include closer BeNeFraLux collaboration on design for recycling and reporting, as well as a platform helping e-commerce companies verify EPR compliance among their vendors. EXPRA · 29 Jun 2026 Global Verpact (The Netherlands): “Pack for the Future” Turns Design-for-Recycling Challenges into Solutions At its invitation-only "Pack for the Future" event in Breda, Verpact — together with Fost Plus and Wageningen University & Research — challenged the packaging chain to solve 22 hard-to-recycle packaging problems. Suppliers responded with more than 100 validated design-for-recycling solutions. EXPRA · 29 Jun 2026 Global Éco Entreprises Québec (Canada): A Successful First Year of Full Packaging EPR Éco Entreprises Québec (ÉEQ) has reported on the first full year of Québec’s modernised, producer-led curbside recycling system. In 2025, producers became fully responsible for collection, sorting and recycling, with around 791,000 tonnes of material recovered , and ÉEQ became the first EPR organisation in North America to publish ecodesign and recyclability guidelines. EXPRA · 29 Jun 2026 Global Fost Plus (Belgium): More Recycling – and More of It Close to Home Fost Plus reports that Belgium recycled 74% of plastic household packaging placed on the market by its members in 2025, while three quarters of all collected packaging was recycled in Belgium. The results show how local recycling capacity, citizen participation and a mature collection system can reinforce one another. EXPRA · 29 Jun 2026 Global Ecoembes (Spain): 2.2 Million Tonnes of Household and Commercial Packaging Recycled in 2025 Ecoembes reports that 2.2 million tonnes of household and commercial packaging were recycled in 2025. The figures demonstrate the importance of cooperation between companies, municipalities, private operators, recyclers and citizens, while showing the scale of the work needed as Spain’s packaging EPR framework expands to commercial packaging. EXPRA · 29 Jun 2026 Global CITEO (France): Deposit Return – an Essential Solution for Reuse and Recycling Citeo has welcomed the French President’s decision to open a national consultation on plastics and deposit return. Citeo argues that France needs a major performance leap to meet future collection and recycling objectives, and that deposit return for recycling can support both high-quality material recovery and the wider transition to reuse. EXPRA · 29 Jun 2026 Global ISWA Welcomes Beijing Chaoyang Environment Group Co. LTD as our Newest Platinum Member ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 29 Jun 2026 Global From PPWR Clarity to Stronger EPR: Key Messages from the Environmental Council At the June Environmental Council, Member States highlighted two issues that will be central to Europe’s circular economy transition: the need for greater clarity ahead of PPWR implementation and the role of a stronger EPR framework in the future Circular Economy Act. EXPRA welcomes both discussions and continues to advocate for practical, enforceable solutions. EXPRA · 29 Jun 2026 Global Upcoming Events 2026 Explore the complete EXPRA calendar here, featuring all upcoming events and key updates. EXPRA · 29 Jun 2026 Global EXPRA Shares EPR Knowledge Across Europe and Beyond During the quarter, EXPRA contributed to international discussions on EPR in Albania, North America, Latin America and Central Asia. By sharing practical experience from member systems, the Alliance continued to support dialogue on how producer responsibility can finance collection, sorting and recycling while being adapted to different national contexts. EXPRA · 29 Jun 2026 Global EXPRA Board Meeting and General Assembly Set the Direction for 2026 EXPRA’s Board of Directors met in Amsterdam on 12 May, followed by the online General Assembly on 13 May. Together, the meetings confirmed a shared focus on PPWR implementation, Circular Economy Act advocacy, member support, knowledge-sharing and the continued development of strong, transparent EPR systems across Europe and beyond. EXPRA · 29 Jun 2026 Global EU makes progress against invasive alien species, but spread continues More than 300 rapid eradication actions have been carried out across the EU, with nearly two thirds proving successful — yet invasive alien species continue to spread and new introductions remain likely, shows a European Environment Agency (EEA) briefing published today. European Environment Agency — press releases · 29 Jun 2026 Global Congressional hearing focuses on opening US mineral market Stakeholders spoke on behalf of legislation that would bolster domestic mineral recovery efforts. Resource Recycling (US) · 29 Jun 2026 Global Women in Circularity: Susie Vincent In this series, we spotlight women moving us toward a circular economy. Today, we meet Susie Vincent of USGBC. Resource Recycling (US) · 29 Jun 2026 Global EU makes progress against invasive alien species, but spread continues More than 300 rapid eradication actions have been carried out across the EU, with nearly two thirds proving successful — yet invasive alien species continue to spread and new introductions remain likely, shows a European Environment Agency (EEA) briefing published today. European Environment Agency — press releases · 29 Jun 2026 Global Ein neuer Weg zu klimaneutralem Methan Ein wichtiger Schritt in der Materialforschung: Ein neuartiges Material kann aus Wasser und Kohlendioxid Methan erzeugen – als klimaneutraler Erdgas-Ersatz. Erdgas spielt noch immer in vielen Industriebereichen eine wichtige Rolle, ist aber ein klimaschädlicher fossiler Brennstoff. TU Wien und Universität Innsbruck entdeckten nun einen unerwarteten Reaktionspfad, mit dem Erdgas (Methan, CH4) sy… Recyclingportal.eu · 29 Jun 2026 Global HSC 2026: Engagement gegen Tiefseebergbau Im Fokus der Hamburg Sustainability Conference (HSC) vom 29. bis 30. Juni 2026 steht die zentrale Bedeutung des Umwelt- und Klimaschutzes zur Erreichung der Nachhaltigkeitsziele der Vereinten Nationen (Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs). Im Rahmen der diesjährigen HSC trifft Bundesumweltminister Carsten Schneider CEOs aus der Technologiebranche, um gemeinsam ein Zeichen für einen vorsorgeorie… Recyclingportal.eu · 29 Jun 2026 Global „Altfahrzeugverordnung muss Kreislaufwirtschaft bei Stahl und Aluminium stärken“ BDE fordert verlässliche Absatzmärkte, hochwertige Recyclingrohstoffe und eine differenzierte Betrachtung der Metallmärkte. Die europäische Altfahrzeugverordnung setzt wichtige Impulse für mehr Kreislaufwirtschaft im Automobilsektor. Aus Sicht des BDE kommt es nun darauf an, diese Impulse konsequent für die metallischen Stoffströme weiterzuentwickeln. Stahl, Aluminium, Kupfer und weitere Metall… Recyclingportal.eu · 29 Jun 2026 Global Ganz nah am Brikettieranlagen-Anwender Internationale Händlertagung bei RUF Maschinenbau macht enge Verbundenheit deutlich Um überall ganz nah an den Endkunden zu sein, hat RUF weltweit ein breites Händlernetzwerk. So bekommen Maschinenanwender stets bestmögliche Unterstützung – von der Erstberatung über den Kauf bis hin zum Service während der gesamten Laufzeit. Zur Vertiefung der Zusammenarbeit, veranstaltet der Weltmarktführer fü… Recyclingportal.eu · 29 Jun 2026 Global Rematics brengt sorteerkwaliteit, vervuiling en risico’s sneller in kaart Met D4T (Daisy4Truck) brengt Rematics artificiële intelligentie rechtstreeks naar de vuilniswagen. De geïntegreerde oplossing combineert camera’s, robuuste edge hardware, AI en cloudtechnologie om tijdens de afvalophaling realtime inzicht te geven in sorteerkwaliteit, vervuiling en potentiële risico’s in afvalstromen. Vandaag wordt de technologie al ingezet door verschillende spelers uit de afv… RecyclePro · 29 Jun 2026 Global A Shared Route to Recyclable Packaging: EXPRA Members Launch “No Regrets” Guidance Producer Responsibility Organisations from Belgium, France, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway and Sweden have developed the International Design for Recycling: No Regrets service. The practical playbook helps companies make informed packaging-design choices today, based on areas of consensus, while future PPWR recyclability criteria are still being developed. EXPRA · 28 Jun 2026 Global Nordic Members Exchange Practical PPWR and Reuse Experience in Helsinki EXPRA’s Nordic Regional Cluster met in Helsinki on 7-8 May, hosted by RINKI. Members from Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden exchanged practical experience on packaging EPR, PPWR implementation, reporting, reuse, fee structures and recyclability , strengthening regional cooperation at a critical moment for the sector. EXPRA · 28 Jun 2026 Global Greenpeace unfolds massive anti-Trump banner ahead of US 250th celebration in Brussels Greenpeace Belgium activists unrolled a massive banner in the historic Grand Place square, ahead of a celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary in the EU capital. Greenpeace International · 28 Jun 2026 Global #PROsAtWork | Factors Influencing Proper E-Cigarette (Vape) Disposal - WEEE Forum WEEE Forum · 28 Jun 2026 Global SION POWER DEPLOYS LICERION® STRIKE BATTERY WITH 140% HIGHER ENERGY DENSITY IN HEAD-TO-HEAD DRONE TESTS SION POWER DEPLOYS LICERION® STRIKE BATTERY WITH 140% HIGHER ENERGY DENSITY IN HEAD-TO-HEAD DRONE TESTS TUCSON, Ariz., June 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sion Power has completed flight testing of its […] Batteries News · 27 Jun 2026 Global Sieyuan Electric Launches esGrid 3.0 BESS: More Energy, Greater Stability, Higher Value Sieyuan Electric Launches esGrid 3.0 BESS: More Energy, Greater Stability, Higher Value MUNICH, June 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sieyuan Electric today unveiled esGrid 3.0, its next-generation grid-forming battery energy storage […] Batteries News · 27 Jun 2026 Global Envision Showcases Integrated Energy Systems at Intersolar Europe 2026 to Deliver Dispatchable Clean Energy for AI, Industry and Grids Envision Showcases Integrated Energy Systems at Intersolar Europe 2026 to Deliver Dispatchable Clean Energy for AI, Industry and Grids MUNICH, June 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Envision today presented its integrated […] Batteries News · 27 Jun 2026 Global GAC INPOW Debuts at Intersolar Europe 2026 with World’s First Mass-Produced 587Ah Semi-Solid-State Energy Storage Cell GAC INPOW Debuts at Intersolar Europe 2026 with World’s First Mass-Produced 587Ah Semi-Solid-State Energy Storage Cell MUNICH, June 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — INPOW Battery, the energy storage subsidiary wholly owned […] Batteries News · 27 Jun 2026 Global Moment Energy Completes Construction on the World’s Largest EV Battery Repurposing Megafactory Moment Energy Completes Construction on the World’s Largest EV Battery Repurposing Megafactory Megafactory 1 completed on schedule, expanding Moment’s manufacturing footprint in North America and enabling it to address rapidly […] Batteries News · 27 Jun 2026 Global Lithium Ionic Strengthens Board with Appointment of Brazilian Mining and Governance Executive Clovis Torres Lithium Ionic Strengthens Board with Appointment of Brazilian Mining and Governance Executive Clovis Torres TORONTO, June 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lithium Ionic Corp. (TSXV: LTH; OTCQX: LTHCF; FSE: H3N) […] Batteries News · 27 Jun 2026 Global BroadBit Batteries Sets New Benchmark for LMFP: Record 2000 Cycles at 85% Capacity Retention, Unlocking 20% Cheaper EV Batteries BroadBit Batteries Sets New Benchmark for LMFP: Record 2000 Cycles at 85% Capacity Retention, Unlocking 20% Cheaper EV Batteries Helsinki, Finland – June 22, 2026: BroadBit Batteries Oy, a leader […] Batteries News · 27 Jun 2026 Global Titanvolt and Grinergy Patent Next-Generation Battery Architecture Titanvolt and Grinergy Patent Next-Generation Battery Architecture Titanvolt and Grinergy have secured official approval for their joint patent titled “LITHIUM SECONDARY BATTERY”. The milestone transitions the relationship between the two […] Batteries News · 27 Jun 2026 Global FAW tests sodium-ion battery on heavy truck: 90% capacity retention in extreme cold and 20-minute charging FAW tests sodium-ion battery on heavy truck: 90% capacity retention in extreme cold and 20-minute charging FAW‘s heavy-duty truck arm, FAW Jiefang, has announced a milestone in the development of […] Batteries News · 27 Jun 2026 Global Aquatech – PEARL Technology Platform Enables 20% Reduction in Cost of Lithium Production Aquatech – PEARL Technology Platform Enables 20% Reduction in Cost of Lithium Production CANONSBURG, Pa., June 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As lithium developers face increasing pressure to reduce capital intensity, […] Batteries News · 27 Jun 2026 Global Greenpeace Pictures of the Week From a massive heat wave in Europe to calling for action on the climate crisis in Mexico. Here are some of our favourite images from Greenpeace work around the world this week. Greenpeace International · 26 Jun 2026 Global Alaska governor vetoes polystyrene foam foodware ban Gov. Mike Dunleavy blocked legislation that would have made Alaska the 13th state to restrict single-use foam foodware in restaurants and state operations. Resource Recycling (US) · 26 Jun 2026 Global Bottlers open recycling center on Mexican isle The transfer center will separate and process recyclables on Isla Holbox, a pristine island off the northern coast of the Yucatan Peninsula. Resource Recycling (US) · 26 Jun 2026 Global Arkansas steel mill to expand, double output Hybar raised more than $1 billion to build a second facility next to its existing plant. Resource Recycling (US) · 26 Jun 2026 Global AI-systeem brengt afvalstromen automatisch in kaart tijdens de ophaling Met Daisy4Truck maakt Rematics afvalinzameling slimmer en transparanter. Dankzij artificiële intelligentie analyseert het systeem automatisch de inhoud van rolcontainers tijdens de lediging. Afvalinzamelaar Gielen gebruikt de technologie om de kwaliteit van afvalstromen objectief te meten, klanten gerichter te adviseren en de recyclagegraad verder te verhogen. Het bericht AI-systeem brengt afva… RecyclePro · 26 Jun 2026 Global EXPRA Brings Practical EPR Experience to the Circular Economy Act Debate EXPRA was actively represented in the European Commission’s High-Level Dialogue and stakeholder discussions on the Circular Economy Act. The Alliance brought forward member experience on how EPR, functioning waste-management systems, effective enforcement and reliable secondary-material markets can turn European circular economy ambitions into practical delivery. EXPRA · 26 Jun 2026