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Global Opnieuw een recordjaar: 137.164 ton elektro ingezameld in 2025 Recupel blaast dit jaar 25 kaarsjes uit en doet dat met een opvallende mijlpaal: nooit eerder heeft Recupel zoveel elektro ingezameld. In 2025 brachten alle Belgen samen 137.164 ton elektrische toestellen naar een Recupel-punt, een stijging van 2% tegenover 2024. Omgerekend gaat het om 46,5 miljoen toestellen, goed voor 1,5 miljoen extra stuks. Recupel zamelt […] Het bericht Opnieuw een recordj… RecyclePro · 7 Apr 2026 Global OVAM blikt terug op 2025: werken aan een circulaire toekomst In haar jaarverslag 2025 toont OVAM hoe ze het voorbije jaar samen met partners werkte aan minder afval, een efficiënter gebruik van materialen, gezonde bodems en circulaire economie. Hieronder hebben we alvast enkele thema’s uitgelicht. Het volledige jaarverslag ontdekt u op https://ovam.vlaanderen.be/web/jaarverslag-ovam. Slimmer omgaan met materialen en hergebruik stimuleren Vlaanderen heeft… RecyclePro · 7 Apr 2026 Global New fact sheet highlights the importance of producer fees in deposit return systems New fact sheet on producer fees in deposit return systems, covering funding models, recycling impacts, and global best practice. Reloop Platform · 7 Apr 2026 Global Digital waste shipment transition underway The post Digital waste shipment transition underway appeared first on FEAD - European Waste Management Association . FEAD (European Waste Management Association) · 7 Apr 2026 Global How Big Ag’s profit leads to toxic nitrates in tap water Water is a fundamental human right, but the industry claiming to “feed the world” is quietly poisoning what we drink. Greenpeace International · 7 Apr 2026 Global Smart Equipment toont krachtige afvalverwerking bij André Celis met Tana Shark 440 DT Eco Bij André Celis wordt dagelijks bouw- en sloopafval gesorteerd, zowel afkomstig van eigen werven als van externe aanleveringen. Door strikte normen en een markt waarin het aanbod groter is dan de vraag, vormt efficiënte verwerking en recyclage een belangrijke uitdaging. Om deze afvalstromen correct te verwerken tot recycleerbare materialen die voldoen aan specifieke eisen zoals […] Het bericht … RecyclePro · 7 Apr 2026 Global Bright Perspective for Recycled Plastic Legally binding policies are shaping material flows and securing predictable market growth, Astute Analytica India Pvt. Ltd. underscored, as the global market research and advisory company announced its latest market report. In 2024, the global recycled plastics market was valued at 50.80 billion US-Dollar. By 2033, it is expected to reach 102.40 billion US-Dollar, growing […] Global Recycling · 7 Apr 2026 Global Die Nachfrage nach Stahlschrott bleibt schwach Die weltweite Rohstahlproduktion liegt unter dem Niveau des Vorjahres. Im Februar ging die Produktion gegenüber dem Vorjahresniveau um 2,2 Prozent zurück. Diese Entwicklung wurde vor allem durch geringere Produktionen in China (- 3,6 % ggü. Vorjahr), Russland (-9,0 % ggü. Vorjahr) und Brasilien (-3,4 % ggü. Vorjahr) getrieben. Das berichtet die IKB Deutsche Industriebank AG […] Recyclingportal.eu · 7 Apr 2026 Global Liebherr entwickelt sich im Geschäftsjahr 2025 stabil Die Firmengruppe Liebherr hat das Jahr 2025 mit einem Umsatz von 14.772 Mio. € abgeschlossen. Im Vergleich zum Vorjahr verzeichnete das Unternehmen ein Umsatzwachstum von 150 Mio. € oder 1,0 %. Mit 1.059 Mio. € investierte die Firmengruppe auf dem hohen Niveau der beiden Vorjahre weiter. Die Firmengruppe Liebherr entwickelte sich insgesamt stabil und schloss […] Recyclingportal.eu · 7 Apr 2026 Global Industrie en Rijk zetten stap naar toekomstbestendige en efficiënte bouwsector De Nederlandse bouwmaterialenindustrie en het Rijk hebben vorige maand het Bouwmaterialenakkoord ondertekend. In dit akkoord staan afspraken die de bouwsector helpen om de beschikbaarheid van grondstoffen te vergroten en milieu­schadekosten in de materiaalketens zo veel mogelijk te beperken. Dit draagt bij aan een gezonde leefomgeving en verkleint de afhankelijkheid van niet-Europese landen. He… RecyclePro · 7 Apr 2026 Global Mülltrennung: Infos über Sinn und Zweck erhöhen die Sortier-Bereitschaft Aufklären statt Belehren: Eine aktuelle Studie der Universität Hohenheim zeigt, dass dieser Ansatz die Fehler bei der Mülltrennung um 70 Prozent senken kann. Motivation entsteht, wenn Menschen wissen, warum sie etwas tun sollen. Mit diesem Ansatz gelang es einem Forschungsteam der Universität Hohenheim in Stuttgart, die Fehlerquote bei der Mülltrennung um 70 Prozent zu reduzieren. […] Recyclingportal.eu · 7 Apr 2026 Global Forschungsprojekt zu Recycling von Teerstraßen Früher wurde im Straßenbau oft krebserregender Teer eingesetzt. Heute stellt seine Entsorgung Unternehmen vor große Herausforderung. Im Projekt „NaReTE – Nachhaltiges Recycling von Teerstraßen“ entwickeln die Kirchheimer Stutz GmbH und Forschende der Universität Kassel Verfahren zur Wiederverwertung teerhaltiger Straßenaufbrüche ohne schädliche Stoffe. Wissenschaftsminister Timon Gremmels infor… Recyclingportal.eu · 7 Apr 2026 Global 517 kg municipal waste per capita in 2024 In 2024, the amount of municipal waste generated per person in the EU corresponded to 517 kg, 6 kg more than in 2023 (511 kg). Compared with 2014, the amount increased by 38 kg (+8%). The available data reveals significant differences across EU countries. Austria (782 kg per person, 2023 data), Denmark (755 kg), and Belgium (699 kg) recorded […] Recyclingportal.eu · 7 Apr 2026 Global Jacksonville Food Plan Signals Opportunity for Local Composting Capacity Jacksonville’s food waste plan highlights opportunities to scale composting, with local operators pointing to existing capacity and the need for coordinated rollout. BioCycle · 6 Apr 2026 Global Renüable Expands Composting Program Across 83 Starbucks Locations in Florida Renüable expands composting across 83 Starbucks locations in Florida, scaling food scrap diversion and building regional organics infrastructure. BioCycle · 6 Apr 2026 Global ENI Slapp Video Diary (Latest videos) Here are all the video diaries about the ENI SLAPP lawsuit. Please feel free to share them to help raise awareness. Bioplastics News · 6 Apr 2026 Global Recycled copper output climbs as market shows surplus Secondary copper production rose in January, with scrap-driven gains in China helping push global output higher as exchange inventories surged to multi-decade highs. Resource Recycling (US) · 6 Apr 2026 Global How Modesto Is Expanding Its Organics Program to Include Certified Compostable Packaging Top Photo: Courtesy of City of Modesto In many California communities, certified compostable packaging is absent from the list of materials accepted in municipal organics programs. Cities have opted not to allow these products, often pointing to uncertainty around regulatory alignment and their potential impact on compost end markets. A key concern is how compost... BioCycle · 6 Apr 2026 Global Independents complement primary PRO in state EPR Separate producer responsibility organizations for specialized packaging such as petroleum products can help ensure success for everyone, according to the head of Interchange 360. Resource Recycling (US) · 6 Apr 2026 Global Minnesota watches Oregon as EPR implementation advances Minnesota's Packaging Waste and Cost Reduction Act passed in 2024 and is still in early implementation, making the infrastructure decisions happening right now critical to the program's long-term performance. Resource Recycling (US) · 6 Apr 2026 Global Why EPR’s biggest obstacle might not be legislation A miscommunication around the Oregon injunction has some of the industry operating on bad information, and it's raising bigger questions about how the sector handles fast-moving policy. The ruling covers only members of the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors, but confusion has spread quickly. Resource Recycling (US) · 6 Apr 2026 Global S3399 signals a shift in how states are tackling solar panel waste The faucet is open, and what started as a trickle is becoming a flood. Landfill operators that once fielded a handful of retiring solar panels are now fielding calls about tens of thousands at a time. Resource Recycling (US) · 6 Apr 2026 Global Cross Wrap on World Tour Finnish company Cross Wrap Oy is specializing in automated bale handling and material flow solutions for the global recycling, waste, and industrial sectors. On its “Cross Wrap World Tour” the manufacturer will participate in exhibitions and events for 2026, where Cross Wrap takes part to meet the industry and showcase its solutions. “This World Tour […] Global Recycling · 6 Apr 2026 Global Aan de slag! “We zijn eruit”, de zin waarvan je wist dat hij zou komen. Of toch niet? Nee dus, het werd een ietwat nerveus stuntelig “We zijn heel blij te kunnen aankundigen …”. En hiermee werd de spanning aangekondigd die zou duren tot vrijdagmiddag 30 januari, toen het regeerakkoord wereldkundig werd gemaakt. Een zoutlozere titel was kennelijk niet […] Het bericht Aan de slag! verscheen eerst op Recyclepro . RecyclePro · 6 Apr 2026 Global Greenpeace to join the Global Sumud Flotilla to Gaza Greenpeace ship Arctic Sunrise joins the Global Sumud Flotilla sailing alongside more than 70 vessels to challenge Israel’s ongoing blockade of aid to Gaza. Greenpeace International · 5 Apr 2026 Global Long-term Analysis: Environmental Technologies Brave Market Environment Even in challenging times, environmental technologies continue to represent a strong future market, according to a long-term analysis conducted by IFAT Munich. This analysis evaluated exhibitor surveys from the past 13 years. According to Messe München GmbH, the analysis illustrates how resilient the sector is in responding to external shocks. “Neither economic fluctuations nor severe […] Global Recycling · 5 Apr 2026 Global The Global Clothing and Textile Recycling Market According to Valuates Reports, a market research firm based in India, the global clothing and textile recycling market is projected to reach a value of 20.2 billion US Dollars by 2031. As stated, the global clothing and textile recycling market was valued at 13.6 billion US-Dollar in 2024 and is projected to grow at a […] Global Recycling · 4 Apr 2026 Global APR releases first semiannual Design Guide update The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) has published the first semiannual APR Design Guide for Plastics Recyclability. Now in its 31st year, the APR Design Guide helps brands develop packaging that is readily recyclable. In December 2025, APR announced that it was switching from immediately releasing updates to the guide to doing so twice a […] Resource Recycling (US) · 3 Apr 2026 Global 💩 A MOUNTAIN OF MANURE Before everyone disappears for a well-deserved break, Brussels has managed to squeeze in a few more questionable decisions. This week, we start with manure (there’s a lot of it) – and our complaint to the EU’s legal watchdog over how new fertiliser rules were developed. From there, we revisit the 2024 farmers’ protests and how farmers’ demands were actually not addressed by dismantling environm… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 3 Apr 2026 Global Public Money for Big Oil? Questions Sent to the EIB About Its Financing of ENI Public Money for Big Oil? Questions Sent to the European Investment Bank About Its Financing of ENI Bioplastics News · 3 Apr 2026 Global AfvalHeld aan het woord: SAMEN OP DE WAGEN IS HET MOOISTE In heel Nederland zetten zo’n 30.000 medewerkers zich dagelijks in voor het inzamelen van afval, het draaiende houden van milieustraten (recyclageparken), het schoonhouden van onze straten, plantsoenen en riolen, het vervoeren van ons afval en het recyclen en verwerken ervan. In een serie artikelen geeft de Vereniging Afvalbedrijven deze AfvalHelden een gezicht. Maak kennis met […] Het bericht … RecyclePro · 3 Apr 2026 Global Sweden: More Circular Economy Can Save Billions According to the study “Circularity Gap Report (CGR) The Value Gap: Sweden”, the country is losing more than 54 billion Euro (or about 600 billion Swedish Krona) each year due to linear economy practices. This sum of money corresponds to 19 percent of the total economic value created in the country and is equivalent to […] Global Recycling · 3 Apr 2026 Global PCA closing Richmond plant Packaging Corporation of America is closing a corrugated products plant in Virginia, in a move emblematic of industry trends. Resource Recycling (US) · 2 Apr 2026 Global ENI strategy update ENI strategy update Bioplastics News · 2 Apr 2026 Global Maryland’s paint recycling program opens The state is the latest to launch a stewardship program with PaintCare. Resource Recycling (US) · 2 Apr 2026 Global Apparel retailer organization challenges SB 707 textile PRO selection With the July 1 deadline looming, the American Apparel & Footwear Association has filed a petition questioning CalRecycle's selection of Landbell USA to implement California's landmark SB 707 textile EPR program. Resource Recycling (US) · 2 Apr 2026 Global The energy and environmental impact of AI and how it undermines democracy How does AI affect the environment? From data centre pollution in New Jersey to economic threats in Ireland, we look at how the tech boom impacts global ecosystems. Greenpeace International · 2 Apr 2026 Global Freudenberg – business in battery cells, modules and systems, along with activities relating to fuel cell systems, is not continuing – hydrogen components business remains Freudenberg – business in battery cells, modules and systems, along with activities relating to fuel cell systems, is not continuing – hydrogen components business remains Freudenberg holds its ground in […] Batteries News · 2 Apr 2026 Global U POWER LIMITED Makes Major Breakthrough in Thailand’s Heavy-Duty Truck Battery-Swapping Market U POWER LIMITED Makes Major Breakthrough in Thailand’s Heavy-Duty Truck Battery-Swapping Market SHANGHAI, April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — U POWER Limited, a provider of specialized solutions for next-generation energy networks […] Batteries News · 2 Apr 2026 Global Battery Recycling – Electrochemical Process Enables Recovery of Valuable Raw Materials Battery Recycling – Electrochemical Process Enables Recovery of Valuable Raw Materials Lithium, cobalt and nickel are in high demand – and they are hard to obtain. Researchers at the Fraunhofer […] Batteries News · 2 Apr 2026