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Global VerpackDG braucht klare Rezyklat-Anreize und Investitionssicherheit VRE: Die eigentliche Bewährungsprobe beginnt jetzt. Der Bundesrat hat den Weg für das neue Verpackungsrecht-Durchführungsgesetz (VerpackDG) freigemacht. Damit kann das Gesetz wie geplant zum 12. August 2026 gemeinsam mit den wesentlichen Vorgaben der europäischen Verpackungsverordnung (PPWR) in Kraft treten. Aus Sicht des Verbandes der Recycling- und Entsorgungsunternehmen in Niedersachsen e. V… Recyclingportal.eu · 17 Jul 2026 Global Austausch, Vernetzung und neue Impulse für die Kreislaufwirtschaft Praxisnahe Module für die Transformation der Kunststoffindustrie. Die Partner des Kompetenzzentrums KARE haben sich am 30. Juni in Goslar zum halbjährlichen Plenum getroffen. Im Mittelpunkt standen die aktuell gemeinsam mit den Unternehmen entwickelten Transformationsmodule, an deren Konzeption und Weiterentwicklung das SKZ maßgeblich beteiligt ist. Diese sollen in den kommenden Monaten erprobt… Recyclingportal.eu · 17 Jul 2026 Global Vernichtungsverbot für Textilien und Schuhe: Deutsche Umwelthilfe warnt vor Unwirksamkeit wegen zahlreicher Ausnahmen Am 19. Juli 2026 tritt ein zentraler Baustein der europäischen Textilwende in Kraft: Ab diesem Tag dürfen große Unternehmen unverkaufte Bekleidung, Bekleidungszubehör und Schuhe grundsätzlich nicht mehr vernichten. Doch zahlreiche Schlupflöcher drohen das Verbot nach Einschätzung der Deutschen Umwelthilfe (DUH) bis zur Wir… Recyclingportal.eu · 17 Jul 2026 Global BIR document spells out policy priorities The Bureau of International Recycling “One Voice” document identifies seven policy priorities for itself and the global recycling industry. Recycling Today · 17 Jul 2026 Global British Steel now owned by UK government The government of the United Kingdom last year appointed personnel to assume operation of the blast furnace complex. Recycling Today · 17 Jul 2026 Global Krones equips Wosana with production line to boost beverage capacity Polish beverage producer Wosana has started operating its second production line from Krones. The move aims to increase its production capacity while introducing more efficient and environmentally friendly technologies. Wosana, now part of Japan’s DyDo Group, says the second line follows the “success of its first installation and strong collaboration with Krones.” Packaging Insights (CNS Media) · 17 Jul 2026 Global Brussels set to axe 2039 net-zero industry target - euractiv.com Euractiv — Circular Economy · 17 Jul 2026 Global Greenpeace Pictures of the Week A world cup message in New York, to the oceans treaty projection in Switzerland. Here are a few of our favourite images from Greenpeace work around the world this week. Greenpeace International · 17 Jul 2026 Global Study shows US plastic recycling volumes topped 5.1 billion pounds in 2024 The U.S. Post-Consumer Plastic Recycling Study is released every two years and is compiled for the Association of Plastic Recyclers and the U.S. Plastics Pact by Stina Inc. and the National Association for PET Container Resources. Recycling Today · 16 Jul 2026 Global Reframing e-waste: From risk to resource in the global supply chain Kevin Negoro Kasih, Managing Director of BlackForest Solutions, shares cross-border waste chain advice for multinational operators, with Southeast Asia illustrating emerging potential Waste Management World · 16 Jul 2026 Global Remarks by Executive Vice-President Ribera and Commissioners Hoekstra and Jørgensen at the press conference on the EU Emission Trading System review and the Electrification Action Plan European Commission Speech Brussels, 17 Jul 2026 Executive Vice-President Ribera Thank you very much, and thank you for joining us today. We are presenting a set of important proposals. Recent weeks, and las... European Commission DG Environment · 16 Jul 2026 Global Questions and answers on the Electrification Action Plan and proposal on network charges European Commission Questions and answers Brussels, 17 Jul 2026 Why is the Commission proposing an Electrification Action Plan for Europe? European Commission DG Environment · 16 Jul 2026 Global Questions and answers on the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) review European Commission Questions and answers Brussels, 17 Jul 2026 What are the main changes proposed under the review of the EU Emissions Trading System? European Commission DG Environment · 16 Jul 2026 Global Commission boosts Europe's competitiveness, decarbonisation and independence with Electrification Action Plan and ETS review European Commission Press release Brussels, 17 Jul 2026 The Commission today presents an Electrification Action Plan to make Europe the first electro-powered continent, and a stronger carbon market to support EU's industry in the clean transition and electrification. European Commission DG Environment · 16 Jul 2026 Global Liberty Tire Recycling makes acquisitions in the South The end-of-life tire processing firm says it has strengthened its operations in the Gulf Coast region with three acquisitions. Recycling Today · 16 Jul 2026 Global Liberty Tire Recycling makes acquisitions in the South The end-of-life tire processing firm says it has strengthened its operations in the Gulf Coast region with three acquisitions. Waste Today Magazine · 16 Jul 2026 Global Cyclic Materials names chief commercial officer Tomasz Poznar previously was with Ascend Elements. Recycling Today · 16 Jul 2026 Global ReMA outlines advocacy priorities The association advocates for policies that encourage infrastructure development and recognize recycling as a critical part of the supply chain, saying it helps ensure the U.S. remains globally competitive. Recycling Today · 16 Jul 2026 Global Federal Judge Blocks California's SB 343 A federal judge issued preliminary injunction blocking California's Truth in Recycling law, citing constitutional concerns over vague provisions. PlasticsToday · 16 Jul 2026 Global Redwave releases NIR Modular With NIR Modular, instead of replacing conveyors, frames and supporting infrastructure, customers can integrate Redwave's near-infrared technology and valve system directly into existing or newly designed plants. Waste Today Magazine · 16 Jul 2026 Global Redwave releases NIR Modular With NIR Modular, instead of replacing conveyors, frames and supporting infrastructure, customers can integrate Redwave's near-infrared technology and valve system directly into existing or newly designed plants. Recycling Today · 16 Jul 2026 Global Reworld and Goodwill Industries of Northeastern Pennsylvania announce free electronic waste recycling program The partnership adds Goodwill locations in 11 participating counties to the company’s e-waste recycling program roster. Recycling Today · 16 Jul 2026 Global Reworld and Goodwill Industries of Northeastern Pennsylvania announce free electronics recycling program The partnership adds Goodwill locations in 11 participating counties to the company’s e-scrap recycling program roster. Waste Today Magazine · 16 Jul 2026 Global VLS Environmental acquires Environmental & Chemical Consulting The acquisition expands VLS Environmental Solutions' West Coast presence. Waste Today Magazine · 16 Jul 2026 Global Measurement of environmentally sustainable productivity growth - OECD OECD — Environment · 16 Jul 2026 Global Rebox Corp. names new CEO Kyle Otting succeeds co-founder Mark Young, who will transition into a role on the company’s board of directors. Recycling Today · 16 Jul 2026 Global International Paper to close Texas box plant This closure announcement builds on a string of others from the company, the most recent coming less than three weeks ago. Packaging Dive · 16 Jul 2026 Global The Brief – Life without Chinese AI - euractiv.com Euractiv — Circular Economy · 16 Jul 2026 Global Ensuring Landfills Are Cleaned Up: Why Financial Assurance Matters A Virginia landfill bankruptcy highlights why strong financial assurance is critical for landfill closure, post-closure care, regulatory compliance, and environmental protection. Waste360 · 16 Jul 2026 Global 4 ways tariffs and geopolitics are impacting commodity markets Metals and plastics experts also offered their perspectives on the future of the United States-Mexico-Canada trade agreement during the Supply Chain Outlook event. Packaging Dive · 16 Jul 2026 Global US recycling rates rise despite drop in bottles Although rates saw slight gains over two years, the data highlight the need for policy solutions to unlock growth in recycling rates, APR and the US Plastics Pact said. Resource Recycling (US) · 16 Jul 2026 Global Aluminum Dynamics selects Lowndes County, Mississippi, for recycled aluminum slab center The site previously was planned for Arizona, but the company met community opposition. Recycling Today · 16 Jul 2026 Global Brussels 'surprised' by Zelenskyy’s dismissal of tech-savvy defence minister - euractiv.com Euractiv — Circular Economy · 16 Jul 2026 Global EU prosecutor brings criminal charges against four Greek MPs - euractiv.com Euractiv — Circular Economy · 16 Jul 2026 Global Clean Harbors appoints new board chairman Robert Willett will replace founder and executive chairman Alan S. McKim, who announced his intention to retire from the board in May. Waste Today Magazine · 16 Jul 2026 Global Generative AI experimentation in government - OECD OECD — Environment · 16 Jul 2026 Global Syensqo Supplies Advanced Materials for Army's MV-75 Cheyenne Syensqo joins US Army's MV-75 Cheyenne program, supplying advanced composites and adhesives for Bell Textron's next-generation rotorcraft platform. PlasticsToday · 16 Jul 2026 Global 4 ways tariffs and geopolitics are impacting commodity markets Metals and plastics experts also offered their perspective on the future of the United States-Mexico-Canada trade agreement during the Supply Chain Outlook event. Waste Dive · 16 Jul 2026 Global Reju opens Pennsylvania R&D site Reju says its Research & Development Center lab will help the company accelerate deployment of its textile recycling technologies and develop its circular solutions. Waste Today Magazine · 16 Jul 2026 Global Reju opens Pennsylvania R&D site Reju says its Research & Development Center lab will help the company accelerate deployment of its textile recycling technologies and develop its circular solutions. Recycling Today · 16 Jul 2026