Recycling news: 2026

Global Wetgeving werkbaar houden voor de praktijk? Onlangs las ik een kop in een vakblad: ‘De Europese Commissie onderzoekt hoe milieuwetgeving sneller en effectiever kan worden ingericht’. Dit zou een belangrijke stap in de goede richting zijn. Want hoewel het streven naar een gezonde leefomgeving breed wordt gedeeld, laat de uitvoerbaarheid van regelgeving in de praktijk regelmatig te wensen over. In de […] Het bericht Wetgeving werkbaar houd… RecyclePro · 13 Apr 2026 Global Hersteller von Baumaterialien erwarten schlechtere Geschäfte Die Stimmung bei den Produzenten von Baustoffen (Glas, Keramik, Steine und Erden) hat sich im März deutlich eingetrübt. Das Geschäftsklima der Branche ist auf -23,5 Punkte gesunken, nach -17,9 Punkten im Februar. „Die hohen Energiepreise drücken die Stimmung bei den Herstellern für Baumaterialien. Die Branche hat in der Industrie einen der höchsten Anteile der Energiekosten […] Recyclingportal.eu · 13 Apr 2026 Global Umschlagmaschine aus grünem Stahl im Schrottrecycling Nachhaltiger Materialumschlag und hohe Leistungsfähigkeit schließen sich nicht aus – im Gegenteil: Beim Stahlschrottrecycling der DEUMU in Salzgitter zeigt der SENNEBOGEN 830 G eindrucksvoll, wie CO₂-Reduktion und Effizienz in der Praxis zusammenwirken. Die 40-Tonnen-Umschlagmaschine, gefertigt aus CO₂-reduziert hergestelltem „grünem Stahl“, arbeitet auf einem rund 40 Hektar großen, trimodal an… Recyclingportal.eu · 13 Apr 2026 Global Eni to take stake in Canada’s Nouveau Monde Graphite in $70 million investment Eni to take stake in Canada’s Nouveau Monde Graphite in $70 million investment MILAN, April 10 (Reuters) – Italy’s Eni (ENI.MI), has agreed to acquire a minority stake in natural […] Batteries News · 12 Apr 2026 Global UK awards $510 million to Tata Agratas for Somerset EV battery gigafactory UK awards $510 million to Tata Agratas for Somerset EV battery gigafactory April 9 (Reuters) – Britain has awarded about 380 million pounds ($509.54 million) in funding to Agratas, the […] Batteries News · 12 Apr 2026 Global Tesla reportedly adds China’s Sunwoda to global supply chain to drive down battery costs Tesla reportedly adds China’s Sunwoda to global supply chain to drive down battery costs Sunwoda batteries are equipped in vehicles produced at Tesla’s Shanghai plant for export, but have not […] Batteries News · 12 Apr 2026 Global 26th March 2026, Waste & Emissions Trading: A Climate Policy Aligned with Circularity? CEWEP (Confederation of European Waste-to-Energy Plants) · 12 Apr 2026 Global European Technology for India In February 2026, at Plast India in New Delhi, the joint-venture partners Erema (Austria) and Lindner Washtech (Germany) announced the opening of Erema India. In India, the need for mechanical recycling is growing fast. According to estimates, the market for recycling waste plastic in India is projected to reach 23.7 million tons by 2032. Moreover, […] Global Recycling · 12 Apr 2026 Global USA: Call2Recycle became The Battery Network Call2Recycle has reintroduced itself as The Battery Network, signaling its evolution from a collection program into a nationwide system powering the circular energy economy. As underlined by the organization, the new name reflects its expanded mission to connect every part of the battery lifecycle – enabling safe recycling, efficient logistics, and recovery of critical materials […] Global Recycling · 11 Apr 2026 Global Where music and melting ice collide Greenpeace Switzerland joins musician To Athena for a magical journey to bring music to an ancient glacier Greenpeace International · 11 Apr 2026 Global Emerald Packaging Joined U.S. Flexible Film Initiative The U.S. Flexible Film Initiative (USFFI), a nonprofit initiative and industry coalition dedicated to building a scalable, circular system for recycling flexible plastic packaging in the USA, has a new member: Emerald Packaging, the nation’s largest supplier of retail flexible packaging for the produce industry. As reported, the company is the first associate member and […] Global Recycling · 11 Apr 2026 Global India: Investment in PolyCycl’s Chemical Plastics Recycling India-based company PolyCycl has received a Series A investment from Rainmatter by Zerodha, an Indian Fintech and Health fund. The investment aims to support the next phase of deployment of PolyCycl’s technology platform, focused on enabling plastic-to-plastic circularity for hard-to-recycle plastics. As explained by PolyCycl, it will use the investment to “fast-track commercial deployments of […] Global Recycling · 11 Apr 2026 Global WM opens new $60m MRF in Indy The newest recycling facility has annual capacity of 200,000 tons and will send all mixed paper to Pratt Industries for 100% recycled packaging. Resource Recycling (US) · 10 Apr 2026 Global Oregon’s battery EPR bill officially charged for implementation Oregon Governor Tina Kotek signed HB 4144 into law on April 7, setting into motion the mechanics for an extended producer responsibility (EPR) program covering batteries in the state. The legislation bans disposal of removable lithium-ion batteries in mixed municipal solid waste (MSW) and prohibits producers from selling, offering for sale or distributing batteries or […] Resource Recycling (US) · 10 Apr 2026 Global Greenpeace Pictures of the Week A stranded whale, incomplete infrastructure, and a call for peace. Here are a few of our favourite images from Greenpeace work around the world this week. Greenpeace International · 10 Apr 2026 Global EPR fees are a market signal. Here’s what they’re telling you. EPR is not asking companies to be perfect, but rather to be honest about what their packaging costs the system, and to start making decisions accordingly. Resource Recycling (US) · 10 Apr 2026 Global German demo plant targets lithium recovery from battery scrap Tozero has opened a demo plant processing 1,500 metric tons of battery scrap yearly, recovering lithium, graphite and nickel-cobalt to support Europe supply goals. Resource Recycling (US) · 10 Apr 2026 Global Post Webinar Blog: From Conclusions to Action: How should the findings of the Prognos/ifeu study inform future waste management policy in Europe? Landfill methane remains a significant and, in some parts of Europe, underestimated climate challenge as well as a powerful near-term opportunity for action. In this webinar, the findings of the recent Prognos/ifeu landfill methane study were discussed, and their implications for the future of EU waste and climate policy were explored. ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 10 Apr 2026 Global ⚡I DEPEND ON ME Dear Reader, This isn’t just a lyric from Beyoncé – it’s quickly becoming Europe’s energy mantra. With many off for the Easter break, Brussels has felt a bit like a ghost town. But don’t be spooked: we still have environmental news for you, albeit a little less than usual. Join us as we dive into what’s at stake for Europe’s rules for safe water, reveal how our vision for a greener future lines… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 10 Apr 2026 Global Batterierecycling: Cylib ist Teil des Konsortiums SIB:DE Das Aachener Batterierecyclingunternehmen cylib tritt gemeinsam mit 25 führenden deutschen Herstellern und Forschungseinrichtungen an, um Europas erstes industrielles Recyclingverfahren für Natrium-Ionen-Batterien zu entwickeln. Das Projekt SIB:DE Entwicklung, gefördert vom Bundesministerium für Forschung, Technologie und Raumfahrt (BMFTR), läuft von März 2026 bis Februar 2029 mit einem Gesamtf… Recyclingportal.eu · 10 Apr 2026 Global Tag der offenen Tür bei HÖRMANN in der Niederlassung Nord-West in Dötlingen Referenzstandort zeigt Vielfalt moderner Hallenkonzepte. Neuer Standort stärkt Kundennähe und wird zur gebauten Visitenkarte für Holz-, Stahl- und Hybridbau: Die Rudolf Hörmann GmbH & Co. KG lädt zum Tag der offenen Tür in ihre Niederlassung Nord-West im Gewerbepark Wildeshausen-Nord ein. Am 26. April 2026 von 10:00 bis 18:00 Uhr können Besuchende das Firmengelände in der […] Recyclingportal.eu · 10 Apr 2026 Global Bayerische Abfall- und Deponietage: Bürokratieabbau vor Umweltschutz? Kontroverse um aktuelle Entwicklungen im Kreislaufwirtschaftsrecht KUMAS – Kompetenzzentrum Umwelt e. V. startete mit den 27. Bayerischen Abfall- und Deponietagen am 25./26. März zusammen mit den Kooperationspartnern Bayerisches Landesamt für Umwelt, AU Consult GmbH und bifa Umweltinstitut GmbH erfolgreich ins Kongressjahr 2026. Rund 450 Teilnehmer, Aussteller, Referentinnen und Referenten traf… Recyclingportal.eu · 10 Apr 2026 Global Nationaal Programma Circulaire Economie 2025: op naar hoogwaardige recycling In oktober 2025 is de actualisatie van het Nationaal Programma Circulaire Economie 2025 gepubliceerd. In het NPCE zijn drie nieuwe doelen geformuleerd voor het besparen, vervangen en behouden van grondstoffen. Deze nieuwe doelen doen beter recht aan de complexiteit van circulaire economie, die niet goed in één getal te vangen is. De in het NPCE […] Het bericht Nationaal Programma Circulaire Eco… RecyclePro · 10 Apr 2026 Global Liebherr at IFAT 2026 in Munich – World premiere of new material handlers At IFAT 2026, the world’s leading exhibition for water, wastewater, waste and raw materials management, which takes place in Munich from 4 to 7 May 2026, Liebherr will be represented with a stand covering approximately 406 m². In Hall C5, booth 151, Liebherr will be exhibiting machines specifically designed for use in waste management and […] Recyclingportal.eu · 10 Apr 2026 Global Tana Oy with new Distributor in Hungary Finnish company Tana Oy has announced the appointment of CE Dynamic Kft as its newest authorized distributor in Hungary. As reported by the provider of machines for the waste management industry, this strategic partnership would expand its distribution network in Central Europe and strengthen customer access across the Hungarian market. “CE Dynamic brings extensive experience […] Global Recycling · 10 Apr 2026 Global H55 Delivers First Commercial, Certifiable Propulsion Battery Modules to BRM Aero for the Bristell B23 Energic Program H55 Delivers First Commercial, Certifiable Propulsion Battery Modules to BRM Aero for the Bristell B23 Energic Program SION, Switzerland and KUNOVICE, Czech Republic, April 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — H55, a Swiss-based leader […] Batteries News · 9 Apr 2026 Global Full Circle Lithium Announces First USA Commercial Sale of FCL-X™ to Major Waste Management Operator to Combat Lithium-Ion Battery Fires Full Circle Lithium Announces First USA Commercial Sale of FCL-X™ to Major Waste Management Operator to Combat Lithium-Ion Battery Fires TORONTO, April 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ – Full Circle Lithium Corp. […] Batteries News · 9 Apr 2026 Global Rock Tech Lithium and BMI Group Establish CAD $200 Million Anchor Partnership to Advance Red Rock Lithium Converter in Canada Rock Tech Lithium and BMI Group Establish CAD $200 Million Anchor Partnership to Advance Red Rock Lithium Converter in Canada TORONTO, April 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ – Rock Tech Lithium Inc. […] Batteries News · 9 Apr 2026 Global E3 Lithium Signs Teaming Agreement with Germany’s TKMS to Support Critical Minerals Supply E3 Lithium Signs Teaming Agreement with Germany’s TKMS to Support Critical Minerals Supply Agreement sets the stage for collaboration on research, technology transfer and investment to support lithium resources into […] Batteries News · 9 Apr 2026 Global Green Cubes Supports Emerging Innovator USAMR with Advanced Lithium Battery Systems for AMRs Green Cubes Supports Emerging Innovator USAMR with Advanced Lithium Battery Systems for AMRs KOKOMO, Ind., April 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Green Cubes Technology (Green Cubes), the leader in producing Lithium-ion […] Batteries News · 9 Apr 2026 Global New Jersey recyclers talk EPR At the Association of New Jersey Recyclers’ spring meeting industry representatives discussed the state and future of the sector. Resource Recycling (US) · 9 Apr 2026 Global Stryten Energy – New E-Series AGM Multi‑Terminal Batteries Will Boost Reliability for Telecommunications and Utility Applications Stryten Energy – New E-Series AGM Multi‑Terminal Batteries Will Boost Reliability for Telecommunications and Utility Applications Designed for harsh environments, these AGM batteries offer superior performance and reliability in long-duration […] Batteries News · 9 Apr 2026 Global Lion Energy Advances US Battery Supply Chain Through Strategic Partnership With American Battery Factory Lion Energy Advances US Battery Supply Chain Through Strategic Partnership With American Battery Factory Lion Energy partnership, equity position, and U.S. manufacturing expansion reinforce a domestically controlled energy platform AMERICAN […] Batteries News · 9 Apr 2026 Global A message from Lebanon: The Israeli Government’s impunity will not end without action Governments must hold the Israeli government accountable under international law, impose arms embargoes and meaningful sanctions that create genuine political and economic consequences. Greenpeace International · 9 Apr 2026 Global Soteria Battery Innovation Group and Alabama Mobility & Power Center to Co-Host Fifth Annual LithiumSAFE: Battery Safety Workshop Soteria Battery Innovation Group and Alabama Mobility & Power Center to Co-Host Fifth Annual LithiumSAFE: Battery Safety Workshop GREENVILLE, S.C., April 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Soteria Battery Innovation Group and […] Batteries News · 9 Apr 2026 Global Morrow Batteries begins cell deliveries to Proventia as Arendal production scales up Morrow Batteries begins cell deliveries to Proventia as Arendal production scales up Morrow Batteries has started delivering lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cells to Finnish technology company Proventia, marking an […] Batteries News · 9 Apr 2026 Global cylib pioneers sodium-ion battery recycling with German industry and research cylib pioneers sodium-ion battery recycling with German industry and research Aachen-based battery recycling company joins major industry and research consortium SIB:DE to establish circular value chains for next-generation batteries Aachen/Dormagen, […] Batteries News · 9 Apr 2026 Global Purem by Eberspaecher at aabc Europe 2026: High-strength steel for battery housings Purem by Eberspaecher at aabc Europe 2026: High-strength steel for battery housings Esslingen / Mainz (Germany), 8 April 2026 – At the advanced automotive battery conference (aabc) Europe in Mainz […] Batteries News · 9 Apr 2026 Global BMW Group and Rimac Technology cooperate on innovative high-voltage battery for the BMW i7 BMW Group and Rimac Technology cooperate on innovative high-voltage battery for the BMW i7 Munich / Zagreb. The BMW Group is cooperating with Rimac Technology (Croatia) on the new all-electric BMW […] Batteries News · 9 Apr 2026 Global US Potash CEO Joins Group1 Board, Connecting American Potassium to a Sovereign Battery Supply Chain US Potash CEO Joins Group1 Board, Connecting American Potassium to a Sovereign Battery Supply Chain Group1 appointed Michigan Potash CEO Theodore Pagano to its board, linking a $1.26 billion DOE […] Batteries News · 9 Apr 2026