Recycling news: 2026

Global Recycling von Industrie-Verpackungen: RIGK und GCR starten Pilotprojekt Die Unternehmen RIGK GmbH und GCR Sustainable Plastic Solutions kooperieren im Bereich des Recyclings von Industrieverpackungen aus Kunststoff. Ziel des europaweit angelegten Pilotprojekts ist der Nachweis, dass komplexe Verpackungsströme wieder in den Produktionskreislauf für technische Anwendungen zurückgeführt werden können – bei hoher Qualität, maximaler Rückverfolgbarkeit und Sicherheit so… Recyclingportal.eu · 11 Mar 2026 Global Künstliche Intelligenz als Schlüssel zur Circular Plastics Economy bis 2030 Der Fraunhofer Cluster of Excellence Circular Plastics Economy CCPE legt ein neues Positionspapier und einen umfassenden Hintergrundbericht zur Rolle von Künstlicher Intelligenz (KI) in der Kunststoffwertschöpfungskette vor. Die Analyse zeigt: KI ist bereits heute leistungsfähig und wird bis 2030 als zentraler Hebel zur Steigerung von Effizienz, Qualität und Kreislauffähigkeit gesehen – ihr Pot… Recyclingportal.eu · 11 Mar 2026 Global Wirtschaftsbündnis warnt vor Stillstand durch neue EU-Vorgaben zur Abfallverbringung Ab dem 21. Mai 2026 greifen die operativen Vorgaben der neuen europäischen Abfallverbringungsverordnung (EU) 2024/1157. Kernstück ist die verpflichtende Nutzung des „Digital Waste Shipment System“ (DIWASS). Ein Bündnis führender Wirtschaftsverbände schlägt Alarm. Kritisiert wird Tempo und Ausgestaltung der Einführung von DIWASS. In einem gemeinsamen Schreiben an die Bundesminister Katherina Rei… Recyclingportal.eu · 11 Mar 2026 Global 15 Years since the Fukushima nuclear disaster: Prioritize renewables for energy security and decarbonization Greenpeace Japan calls on the government to prioritise the expansion of energy efficiency and sustainable renewables over nuclear power. Greenpeace International · 11 Mar 2026 Global How falling battery costs are igniting race for round-the-clock solar power How falling battery costs are igniting race for round-the-clock solar power March 9 – Outside Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, a vast area of desert is […] Batteries News · 10 Mar 2026 Global Rio Tinto secures $1,175 billion financing package for Rincon lithium project in Argentina Rio Tinto secures $1,175 billion financing package for Rincon lithium project in Argentina NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Rio Tinto has secured a $1.175 billion financing package from four international lenders to support […] Batteries News · 10 Mar 2026 Global TU Braunschweig strengthens its role as a battery hotspot TU Braunschweig strengthens its role as a battery hotspot New facilities for researching innovative and sustainable battery production processes inaugurated On 6 March 2026, three facilities for the production of […] Batteries News · 10 Mar 2026 Global South Korea fines Mercedes $7.6 million over misleading EV battery information South Korea fines Mercedes $7.6 million over misleading EV battery information SEOUL, March 10 (Reuters) – South Korea’s ‌antitrust regulator said on Tuesday it has fined Mercedes-Benz (MBGn.DE), 11.2 billion […] Batteries News · 10 Mar 2026 Global Factorial Drives Solid-State Battery Expansion to Drones and Robotics with IQT and Strategic Partners Factorial Drives Solid-State Battery Expansion to Drones and Robotics with IQT and Strategic Partners BOSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Factorial Inc. (“Factorial”), a leader in solid-state battery technology, and Cartesian Growth Corporation III (“Cartesian […] Batteries News · 10 Mar 2026 Global Donut Battery – third test results published – supercapacitor theories dispelled Donut Battery – third test results published – supercapacitor theories dispelled Donut Lab has had the world’s first solid-state battery ready for production vehicles measured in independent testing conditions. The […] Batteries News · 10 Mar 2026 Global Major 6-Day Industrial Auction to Feature Lithium-Ion Battery Manufacturing Facility Equipment in Midland, Michigan Major 6-Day Industrial Auction to Feature Lithium-Ion Battery Manufacturing Facility Equipment in Midland, Michigan MIDLAND, Mich., March 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — BidItUp Auctions Worldwide will host a major six-day industrial […] Batteries News · 10 Mar 2026 Global ION Storage Systems Announced Successful Customer Qualification of Cornerstone™ Cell Performance, Becoming the First US Solid-State Battery Tech Company to Achieve This Milestone ION Storage Systems Announced Successful Customer Qualification of Cornerstone™ Cell Performance, Becoming the First US Solid-State Battery Tech Company to Achieve This Milestone ION’s Cornerstone™ Cells will start production at […] Batteries News · 10 Mar 2026 Global Protection first: EU leadership must deliver chemicals policy that truly protects people’s health and the environment 37 NGO have recently issued a joint statement calling EU leadership to deliver a high level of protection for people’s health and the environment. Industrial chemicals are everywhere, also in our bodies. While enabling manufacturing processes, services, and products in modern economies, many are hazardous and pose serious risks to human health, fundamental rights and the environment. Harmful ch… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 10 Mar 2026 Global How rising fuel and memory prices are impacting ITAD’s margins Current war in Iran is resulting in a noticeable change in cost pressures and risk considerations in electronics and IT disposition and end-of-life recycling space. Resource Recycling (US) · 10 Mar 2026 Global ERI sues Revivn alleging raid on staff and trade secrets ERI has filed a lawsuit against Revivn in New York Supreme Court alleging trade secret theft and a coordinated effort to recruit key staff and compete using confidential information. Resource Recycling (US) · 10 Mar 2026 Global Greenpeace reacts to threat of Iran war on global food price shock Greenpeace reaction to the disruption of global fertiliser supply chains caused by closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Greenpeace International · 10 Mar 2026 Global Biogas Infrastructure Expansion Tops $2 Billion in 2025 Top: Trenton Biogas processes commercial, municipal, industrial, and agricultural food waste streams in the facility’s digesters. Photo courtesy of Trenton Renewables Paula Luu Investment in new U.S. biogas infrastructure surpassed $2 billion in 2025, reflecting continued expansion for a sector that converts organic waste into renewable energy, fuels, and soil products. New data released by... … BioCycle · 10 Mar 2026 Global Innovatieve technieken pakken PFAS-vervuiling aan bij de bron In juni 2021 kwam bij werken aan de Oosterweelverbinding vervuiling aan het licht. In de bodem werden grote hoeveelheden van de giftige stof PFOS aangetroffen. Daardoor werden de regels voor de volledige PFAS-familie (waartoe PFOS) behoort aangescherpt. Het zette ook bedrijven in de recyclingsector op scherp. Hoewel zij niet tot de vervuilers behoorden, werden ze […] Het bericht Innovatieve tec… RecyclePro · 10 Mar 2026 Global Certification scorecard for the week of March 9, 2026 The following facilities have achieved, renewed or otherwise regained certifications. Resource Recycling (US) · 10 Mar 2026 Global How oil tankers stuck in the Strait of Hormuz south of Iran threatens the Gulf ecosystem An alarming investigation by Greenpeace Germany has analysed the blocked Strait of Hormuz using ship movement data and satellite imagery and simulated the potential consequences of an oil spill in the Persian Gulf. Greenpeace International · 10 Mar 2026 Global EU housing vision falls short on affordability and sustainability once again, NGO warns As the European Parliament voted today on its housing report, the European Environmental Bureau (EEB) warns that the EU solutions for housing are far from the bold leadership needed to address Europe’s deepening housing, energy and climate crises. The Parliament’s report contains some […] European Environmental Bureau · 10 Mar 2026 Global Nudges Against Food Waste: how to turn smart food habits into everyday practice in European households? In September 2025, a joint project between Zero Waste Europe and behavioural science experts Sapience, was approved for funding from the European Commission and the European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA). The project, “NAFW – Targeted Nudges to Prevent Food Waste”, is a 2-year initiative focused on identifying effective nudges that can reduce household […] Zero Waste Europe · 10 Mar 2026 Global EU energy affordability plan gets electrification right, nuclear wrong The European Environmental Bureau (EEB) welcomes elements of the Citizens Energy Package presented today, particularly measures aimed at lowering electricity costs and accelerating electrification, while warning […] European Environmental Bureau · 10 Mar 2026 Global Coastal partners with Machinex on four Florida MRF projects Coastal Waste & Recycling is accelerating its MRF upgrade strategy as it partners with Machinex on four projects. Resource Recycling (US) · 10 Mar 2026 Global Mortality Composting Reduces Ketamine and Xylazine in Livestock Carcasses by 80%+ Top image: Researchers composted 13 cattle with a combined weight of about 3,232 kilograms in a single on-farm windrow. Photo courtesy of Maine Department of Environmental Protection. Mark A. King and Paula Luu Composting has long been recognized as an effective method for managing livestock mortalities. The process offers environmental benefits that include nutrient recycling,... BioCycle · 10 Mar 2026 Global Lindner op IFAT München 2026: Innovaties, geïntegreerde systeemoplossingen en service in de schijnwerpers Op IFAT München 2026 presenteert recyclingpionier Lindner zijn expertise in de verwerking van een breed scala aan materiaalstromen in hal B6/251 en op het buitenterrein FM/708/2. Tijdens de IFAT 2026 introduceert diverse nieuwe producten. De focus ligt op de Lindner Urraco Evo 2-assige verkleiner die in het najaar werd gelanceerd, de Lindner Merak 2800 mobiele […] Het bericht Lindner op IFAT Mü… RecyclePro · 10 Mar 2026 Global Retail Food Waste Diversion Shifts as Composting and Anaerobic Digestion Expand Efforts to divert retail food waste in the United States are evolving as infrastructure, reporting practices, and operational models change across the supply chain. New data from the U.S. Food Waste Pact 2025 Data Report highlights several emerging trends, including improved tracking of surplus food destinations, increased use of anaerobic digestion (AD), and growing attention... BioCycle · 10 Mar 2026 Global PFAS Liability Questions Remain as Massachusetts Court Rules Biosolids a “Useful Product” Top photo Credit: Adobe Express In late December 2025, a federal district court in Massachusetts issued a decision that is already rippling through the biosolids and composting industries. The case focused on pelletized biosolids used as fertilizer that contain per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The court held that these pellets qualify as a “useful product”... BioCycle · 10 Mar 2026 Global Agromin Composts 1.25 Million Tons in 2025 as SB 1383 Programs Mature Top Photo: Limoneira Composting Site. Credit: Agromin. Agromin, California’s largest organics recycler, composted more than 1.25 million tons of organic waste in 2025, a 250,000 ton increase over 2024. The Oxnard-based company operates 21 processing and composting facilities statewide, supplying finished compost and mulch products to agriculture, landscaping, public agencies, and residents. The… BioCycle · 10 Mar 2026 Global NYS Organics Summit Brings Focus to Food Waste Infrastructure and Financing Credit: McEnroe Farms Organics recycling professionals across the Northeast will gather this spring for the NYS Organics Summit, a 3-day event focused on advancing food waste prevention and donation, and composting and anaerobic digestion infrastructure. The summit brings together compost manufacturers, food scrap haulers, municipal program managers, researchers, state officials, and policymake… BioCycle · 10 Mar 2026 Global New RFI Signals Push for Decentralized Composting Network in Hamilton County Top image: Existing and planned organics recycling infrastructure in Hamilton County. Source: Organics Processing Feasibility Study Hamilton County, Ohio officials are moving forward with plans to expand food scrap composting capacity in southwest Ohio with the release of a Request for Interest (RFI) that seeks potential sites and experienced operators for new facilities. Issued by... BioCycle · 10 Mar 2026 Global Rhode Island Bills Aim to Reinforce Food Waste Recycling Compliance Top Photo Credit: Adobe Express Lawmakers in Rhode Island are advancing legislation aimed at strengthening enforcement of the state’s commercial food waste disposal ban, signaling a renewed focus on compliance more than a decade after the policy was first adopted. According to reporting by EcoRI News, the proposed bills would increase oversight and clarify enforcement... BioCycle · 10 Mar 2026 Global Croatia’s journey in Producer Responsibility: Lessons from the Environmental Forum 2026 ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 10 Mar 2026 Global International Women’s Day: GAIA/BFFP Africa Addresses Plastic Pollution through a Gender Justice Lens Plastic pollution poses a critical threat to both human health and the environment, a crisis that is expected to worsen as global plastic production continues to rise. Break Free From Plastic · 10 Mar 2026 Global International Women’s Day: GAIA/BFFP Africa Addresses Plastic Pollution through a Gender Justice Lens FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 9, 2026 Plastic pollution poses a critical threat to both human health and the environment, a crisis that is expected to worsen as global plastic production […] GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 10 Mar 2026 Global EPD-Erstellung effizient und normkonform Das Kunststoff-Zentrum SKZ unterstützt Unternehmen mit einem digitalen Tool bei der einfachen Erstellung von EPDs (Umweltproduktdeklarationen). Die normkonforme Software „Connie“ reduziert den Aufwand erheblich – insbesondere dann, wenn mehrere EPDs für unterschiedliche Produkte erstellt werden müssen. Umweltproduktdeklarationen (Environmental Product Declarations, EPD) gewinnen für Hersteller … Recyclingportal.eu · 10 Mar 2026 Global Deutschland sammelt E-Schrott: Aktionswochen „Jeder Stecker zählt!“ gestartet Bundesweite Initiative stärkt Engagement für Kreislaufwirtschaft vor Ort. Gestern (9. März 2026) sind die Aktionswochen „Jeder Stecker zählt!“ gestartet. Bis zum 23. März rücken sie die richtige Rückgabe von E-Schrott in den Fokus – rund um den Global Recycling Day am 18. März. Die Initiative wurde von der stiftung ear ins Leben gerufen und bringt […] Recyclingportal.eu · 10 Mar 2026 Global Nachhaltige Verpackungen: Zentek und Schlaadt beschließen weitreichende Zusammenarbeit Die Zentek Gruppe, ein führender Anbieter im Bereich Entsorgungsmanagement, und die Schlaadt Unternehmensgruppe, Spezialist für Partikelschaum-Lösungen, geben den Abschluss einer Partnerschaft bekannt. Ziel der Zusammenarbeit ist die Entwicklung und Vermarktung innovativer und nachhaltiger Verpackungslösungen sowie die Optimierung der zugehörigen Entsorgungs- und Recyclingprozesse. Die Partners… Recyclingportal.eu · 10 Mar 2026 Global BASF introduces BDO, THF, PolyTHF® and NMP product variants with reduced product carbon footprint (rPCF) BASF’s Intermediates division has introduced new product variants with a reduced product carbon footprint (rPCF) for butanediol (BDO), tetrahydrofuran (THF), polytetrahydrofuran (PolyTHF®), and N-methylpyrrolidone (NMP) produced at its Verbund site in Ludwigshafen, Germany. From this site, the products can be supplied to customers worldwide and help expand the division’s new rPCF product catego… Recyclingportal.eu · 10 Mar 2026 Global Day One as Energy Advisor to the European Commission This is satire. Relax. Imagine that the European Commission, in a moment of pure desperation during the current geopolitical energy fiasco, decides to hire me as their special advisor on energy policy. No committees.No task forces.No 600-page impact assessments. Just me. Naturally, I take my responsibilities very seriously. Day 1 — Hour 1 — Minute […] Bioplastics News · 9 Mar 2026