Recycling news: 2026

Global Reconomy to Strengthen Capabilities in the EU UK-based company Reconomy, an international circular economy specialist, has announced the acquisition of Gesellschaft für Abfallwirtschaft mbH (GfAW), a German expert asset-light provider of industrial waste management solutions. Founded in 1993, the German company arranges disposal and recycling pathways for complex industrial waste streams including waste mineral wool, gypsum and other types… Global Recycling · 18 Apr 2026 Global 9 ways you can recover from, or prevent, activist burnout If we allow ourselves to become completely broken, we can no longer be the activists we want to be in the first place. Greenpeace International · 17 Apr 2026 Global Apple hits 30% recycled content, debuts new recovery tech Apple hit a record 30% recycled content across all 2025 products while debuting two new recovery technologies it's now sharing with the broader electronics recycling industry. Resource Recycling (US) · 17 Apr 2026 Global Greenpeace Pictures of the Week This week at Greenpeace we performed with Swiss artist Athena on the Morteratsch Glacier, joined the Global Summud Flotilla and protested against fossil fuels, destructive fishing, for increased safety in Chornobyl and more. Here’s a few of our favourite images from Greenpeace work around the world. Greenpeace International · 17 Apr 2026 Global COM2 joins TERRA network as solar recycling expands TERRA has added COM2 Recycling Solutions to its certified network, widening its reach in solar panel, plastics, CRT glass and foam processing as end-of-life volumes grow. Resource Recycling (US) · 17 Apr 2026 Global ⏫ EUROPE NEEDED THIS Dear Reader There’s a certain energy in the air this week, and it’s coming from Budapest. After sixteen years of Viktor Orbán steering Hungary towards authoritarianism, the tide has finally turned. Plenty is being written about what this change means politically. We will keep it simple: this was a much-needed morale boost for civil society. And frankly, we will take it. This moment belongs, fir… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 17 Apr 2026 Global The EU has cut its greenhouse gas emissions by 40% since 1990 The European Union's greenhouse gas emissions fell a further 3% between 2023 and 2024, bringing the EU’s total emission reductions to 40% below 1990 levels, according to official EU data sent to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and a European Environment Agency (EEA) analysis published today. The EU greenhouse gas inventory was prepared and submitted to the UN ... European Environment Agency — press releases · 17 Apr 2026 Global The EU has cut its greenhouse gas emissions by 40% since 1990 The European Union's greenhouse gas emissions fell a further 3% between 2023 and 2024, bringing the EU’s total emission reductions to 40% below 1990 levels, according to official EU data sent to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and a European Environment Agency (EEA) analysis published today. The EU greenhouse gas inventory was prepared and submitted to the UN ... European Environment Agency — press releases · 17 Apr 2026 Global “Kwaliteit plastic leveren die nu nog niet bestaat” Een kleine tien jaar vooruitkijken zet Broeckx Plastic Recycling op pole position om te profiteren van een plastic exportverbod. Algemeen directeur Twan Hesselmans: “Het idee is om gemixte gebruikte industriële LDPE-verpakkingsfolies te sorteren op kleur, type en MFI. In mei willen we operationeel zijn met de gloednieuwe sorteerlijn die dat mogelijk maakt.” Broeckx Plastic Recycling […] Het ber… RecyclePro · 17 Apr 2026 Global Smart Construction Waste Management “Made in Europe” Spain-based Tecnalia, a member of Basque research & technology alliance, validates a robotic prototype in collaboration with the company Recso. The partners are working in the framework of the European project “Reconmatic” on the development and validation of digital and automated solutions for construction and demolition waste management. One of these solutions is the robotic […] Global Recycling · 17 Apr 2026 Global Wie lässt sich die Kreislaufwirtschaft schneller umsetzen? Führende Akteure aus Wirtschaft und Industrie haben dazu auf der Circular Valley Convention konkrete Maßnahmen entwickelt. Das Positionspapier soll als Impuls für die Umsetzung der Nationalen Kreislaufwirtschaftsstrategie (NKWS) dienen. Im Rahmen der Circular Valley Convention am 11. und 12. März 2026 haben Vertreterinnen und Vertreter aus Industrie, Mittelstand, Finanzwirtschaft und Innovation… Recyclingportal.eu · 17 Apr 2026 Global PPWR verschiebt Verantwortung auf den Handel: Ohne rechtzeitige Systembeteiligung droht ein Vertriebsverbot Ab dem 12. August 2026 gelten mit der europäischen Verpackungsverordnung (PPWR) neue Vorgaben für die Systembeteiligung: Für Verpackungen von Eigenmarken sowie importierten Fremdmarken ohne inländischen Zwischenhändler liegt die Pflicht beim Handel. Handelsunternehmen müssen künftig die Verantwortung für die Finanzierung des Recyclin… Recyclingportal.eu · 17 Apr 2026 Global Market Gap Closed: Doppstadt and RTT Present the IMS 2 Semi-Mobile Sensor Sorter at IFAT As part of its “Doppstadt 2030” future strategy, Doppstadt is closing a critical gap in the processing of various material streams, such as mixed construction waste as well as commercial and bulky waste. In cooperation with RTT System GmbH, the company developed the semi-mobile, modular sensor sorter IMS 2. For the first time, this solution […] Recyclingportal.eu · 17 Apr 2026 Global U-Tech auf der IFAT 2026: Neue Ansätze für mehr Sicherheit in Recyclinganlagen Vom 4. bis 7. Mai 2026 zeigt U-Tech auf der IFAT in München ein funkbasiertes Personenschutzsystem, das Gefahrenbereiche aktiv überwacht und Maschinen im Ernstfall automatisch stoppt. Besucher sind eingeladen, sich vor Ort ein eigenes Bild zu machen. „U Tech Flex“ erkennt frühzeitig, wenn sich Mitarbeitende einer Gefahrenzone nähern, und löst automatisch einen Not-Halt aus, auch in […] Recyclingportal.eu · 17 Apr 2026 Global CPG Henkel raises PCR targets for 2030 Despite falling slightly short of 2025 goals, the Germany-based consumer brand aims to increase the share of recycled plastic in its consumer packaging to at least 35% by 2030. Resource Recycling (US) · 16 Apr 2026 Global Dutch court hears Greenpeace International’s arguments against Energy Transfer’s latest attempt to evade accountability Greenpeace International landmark anti-SLAPP lawsuit against Energy Transfer took another step forward in the Amsterdam District Court. Greenpeace International · 16 Apr 2026 Global Rebuilding Bridges: From Food Waste to Food Sovereignty On the International Day of Zero Waste, the Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives (GAIA) hosted two powerful virtual roundtables bringing together grassroots leaders, municipal officials, and global experts. Centered on the theme of "rebuilding bridges: from food waste to food sovereignty," these sessions illuminated the critical, often overlooked connection between municipal solid waste… GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 16 Apr 2026 Global AI surge, dealmaking reshape ITAD industry ITAD industry representatives spoke at the ReMA conference in Las Vegas about how AI tools, data center demand and consolidation are changing operations, while certification requirements and trade rules add new challenges. Resource Recycling (US) · 16 Apr 2026 Global How Industry Can Get Ahead of Europe’s New Plastic‑Packaging Recyclability Rules To support industry in preparing for the upcoming requirements of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), Producer Responsibility Organisations (PROs) from six European countries have developed the International Design for Recycling: No Regrets service. These organisations — all part of the EXPRA family — combine extensive operational experience in packaging waste management and pr… EXPRA · 16 Apr 2026 Global Online event brengt best practices in duurzame materialen en PFAS reiniging samen Op 7 mei organiseert CDE het online symposium Circle 2026. De bedoeling is een beeld te geven van hoe de toekomst van recycling er zal uitzien en hoe belangrijke uitdagingen zoals PFAS aangepakt kunnen worden. Eunan Kelly, hoofd Business development voor CDE, vertelt ons waarom dit een niet te missen afspraak is voor iedereen in […] Het bericht Online event brengt best practices in duurzame mat… RecyclePro · 16 Apr 2026 Global We’re taking a Big Oil bully to court Greenpeace International is taking Big Oil bully Energy Transfer to court in Amsterdam, using EU anti-SLAPP rules to push back against abusive lawsuits meant to silence climate activism and Indigenous-led resistance to the Dakota Access Pipeline. We stand firm against corporate intimidation and for people’s right to speak out. Greenpeace International · 16 Apr 2026 Global Guest Blog: How can the European robotics industry cope with planetary boundaries? ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 16 Apr 2026 Global Wearables are coming and ITAD isn’t ready Wearable devices provide unique challenges at end of life. Resource Recycling (US) · 16 Apr 2026 Global Member of the Month: Deji Fawole ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 16 Apr 2026 Global WFZruhr überzeugt erneut auf der Recycling-Technik 2026 und gewinnt Invitation Champion Award Mit einem starken Messeauftritt hat sich das WFZruhr auf der Recycling-Technik Messe Dortmund am 18. und 19. März 2026 erneut als wichtiger Impulsgeber für die Kreislaufwirtschaft präsentiert. Besonderes Highlight: Drei WFZruhr-Mitgliedsunternehmen, Binder+Co AG (Gleisdorf, Österreich), Fraunhofer IWKS (Alzenau) und LiveEye GmbH (Föhren) präsentierten auf dem Gemeinschaftsstand in den Dortmunde… Recyclingportal.eu · 16 Apr 2026 Global Aduro Selects the Netherlands for First-of-a-kind Plant Canada-based company Aduro Clean Technologies Inc., a clean technology enterprise using chemistry to transform lower-value feedstocks – like waste plastics, heavy bitumen, and renewable oils – into resources, will build its planned industrial plant in the Netherlands. The company has selected the Chemelot Industrial Park in Sittard-Geleen, located within the Chemelot chemical site. The planned […] Global Recycling · 16 Apr 2026 Global TSR Group and BASF cooperate on the recycling of electric vehicle batteries in Europe TSR Group, one of the leading metal recycling companies in Europe and part of the Remondis Group, and BASF, a leading provider of advanced cathode active materials (CAM) and recycling services for lithium-ion batteries, have agreed to cooperate in order to advance the recycling of electric vehicle batteries in Europe. The collaboration includes services such […] Recyclingportal.eu · 16 Apr 2026 Global Deutscher Behälterglasmarkt 2025 stabilisiert sich leicht Nach Rückgängen in den Vorjahren ist der Absatz um 2,2 Prozent gestiegen. Der Absatz von Behälterglas lag 2025 in Deutschland bei rund 3,87 Millionen Tonnen und nahm damit um 2,2 Prozent im Vergleich zum Vorjahreszeitraum zu. Sowohl im Inland als auch im Ausland gab es ein Absatzwachstum. „Nach den deutlichen Absatzrückgängen in den Jahren 2023 […] Recyclingportal.eu · 16 Apr 2026 Global Veolia LVP-Sortieranlage Hamburg zurück im Regelbetrieb Knapp ein Dreivierteljahr nach dem Großbrand Anfang Juli 2025 hat die Veolia-Sortieranlage für Leichtverpackungen in Hamburg-Billbrook Ende März wieder den vollen Betrieb aufgenommen. Das Feuer hatte die zentrale Anlagentechnik im Inputbereich zerstört und einen mehrmonatigen Notbetrieb erforderlich gemacht. Die massive Rauchwolke war in weiten Teilen des Hamburger Stadtgebiets sichtbar. Drei L… Recyclingportal.eu · 16 Apr 2026 Global Deutsche horten noch 167 Millionen Alt-Handys Bitkom-Umfrage: Zahl der eingelagerten ungenutzten Geräte geht weiter zurück. 86 Prozent bewahren mindestens ein ungenutztes Handy oder Smartphone zu Hause auf. Die Schubladen leeren sich nur langsam: Die Zahl ungenutzter Handys und Smartphones in deutschen Haushalten ist zwar weiter gesunken: von 195 Millionen im Vorjahr auf aktuell 167 Millionen. Trotzdem bewahren 86 Prozent der Menschen […] Recyclingportal.eu · 16 Apr 2026 Global Recycling Partnership CEO stepping down Outgoing CEO Keefe Harrison will remain until August with the organization she built from the ground up. Resource Recycling (US) · 15 Apr 2026 Global Aduro losses nearly double on year Amid rising expenses for R&D, hiring and scaling efforts, nine-month YTD losses were CAD $14.416 million compared to a loss of $8.429 million a year ago. Resource Recycling (US) · 15 Apr 2026 Global Certification Scorecard — Week of April 13, 2026 The following facilities have achieved, renewed or otherwise regained industry certifications. Resource Recycling (US) · 15 Apr 2026 Global Redwood, Rivian deal fuels US infrastructure plans Batteries that are no longer ideal for powering a vehicle still have substantial capacity left. Automobile manufacturer Rivian and battery recycler Redwood Materials are putting EV battery packs to work in a new partnership to integrate spent units into an energy storage reservoir equivalent to the total energy output of the Hoover Dam running continually […] Resource Recycling (US) · 15 Apr 2026 Global Volatility reshapes outlook for US metals businesses Panelists at the ReMA conference in Las Vegas said tariffs, reshoring and geopolitical tension are remaking trade flows, lifting US investment and forcing companies to sharpen risk controls. Resource Recycling (US) · 15 Apr 2026 Global Does clean energy make China immune to fossil fuel price shocks? The Iran war is sending oil prices soaring again. China’s boom in renewables and electric vehicles offers some protection, but continued coal dependence keeps its energy system dangerously exposed. Greenpeace International · 15 Apr 2026 Global GAIA URGES PETROCHEMICAL PHASE DOWN AS ESSENTIAL CLIMATE SOLUTION AT SANTA MARTA CONFERENCE First International Conference for Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels Will Convene April 28-29, Santa Marta, Colombia FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 15, 2026 New York, NY– Representatives from the Global Alliance […] GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 15 Apr 2026 Global Bloom ESG and e-Stewards roll out critical metals metric The two groups announced the upgrade to their jointly developed Environmental Benefits Calculator. Resource Recycling (US) · 15 Apr 2026 Global Uniek werfbezoek aan saneringssite voormalige arseenfabriek in Bocholt Op woensdag 22 april 2026 organiseren OVAM en TM DEME-Antea een werfbezoek aan de saneringssite van de voormalige arseenfabriek in Bocholt. De saneringswerken, die gestart zijn in augustus 2024, naderen hun afronding. Bij het bezoek nemen we de deelnemers mee door het volledige verhaal van de site. Tijdens de rondleiding is er aandacht voor het […] Het bericht Uniek werfbezoek aan saneringssite… RecyclePro · 15 Apr 2026 Global Diesel or Electric: What Actually Drives the Cost Per Ton Comparing diesel and electric grinders, this article examines how power source affects cost per ton, maintenance, uptime, and efficiency in organics processing. BioCycle · 15 Apr 2026