Recycling news: 2024

Industry news Why are we crowdfunding? As part of our latest crowdfunding campaign, we thought we’d provide a bit of an explainer about where our funding comes from, and why we need to ask for donations from the public (alongside others). The Restart Project · 3 Dec 2024 Industry news UK aluminium packaging recycling shows further growth in Q3 According to recent data published on the National Packaging Waste Database by the Environment Agency, aluminium packaging recycling volumes continued to rise in Q3 2024, increasing 15% compared to the same period in 2023. In total, 43,466 tonnes of aluminium packaging were collected for recycling. This included 32,294 tonnes through kerbside, bring and on-the-go systems […] Alupro · 3 Dec 2024 Industry news 7-in-10 Britons want EPR scheme that promotes recyclable materials 7-in-10 people in the UK want the government to introduce an extended producer responsibility scheme that promotes recyclable materials, according to a poll commissioned by Alupro. Circular Online (CIWM) · 3 Dec 2024 Industry news Polestar and MBA sign agreement to help drive a circular economy for electric vehicles in the UK Polestar, the cutting-edge electric vehicle manufacturer, and MBA Polymers UK, a global leader in plastics recycling, have signed a collaborative agreement aimed at accelerating the UK towards a circular economy for electric vehicles. ATF Professional · 3 Dec 2024 Industry news Give the gift of a fresh start – Sir Terry Waite launches Emmaus Christmas Appeal Sir Terry Waite has launched Emmaus UK’s annual Christmas Appeal, with a message that “everybody should have the chance to experience the joy and hope of Christmas with other people”.... Emmaus UK · 3 Dec 2024 Industry news Movopack to launch circular e-commerce packaging via Royal Mail An Italian company that provides e-commerce platforms with circular and sustainable packaging has secured £2M seed funding round ahead of its collaboration with Royal Mail. Circular Online (CIWM) · 3 Dec 2024 Industry news QC Polymer: £25k offered for return of stolen assets Administrators Nimish Patel and Hasib Howlader have offered a £25,000 reward for the recovery of £1.3 million worth of stolen assets from QC Polymer West Midlands. The assets are said to have been stolen from the PET recycling plant in October after the recycler went into administration. When auctioneer GJ Wisdom & Co attended the … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 3 Dec 2024 Industry news Zumtobel Izura wins German sustainability award The Izura pendant luminaire from Zumtobel, which is made from recycled materials, has won a German Sustainability Award. The luminaire […] Recolight · 3 Dec 2024 Industry news Resource Futures takes on Recofloor Recofloor will now be managed by Resource Futures after flooring manufacturers Altro and Polyflor commissioned the B Corp to support the scheme going forwards as it recovers and recycles commercial waste vinyl flooring in the UK. Incepted in 2009 as part of a WRAP pilot project and previously managed by Axion Group, Recofloor has joined … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 3 Dec 2024 Industry news ESA: ‘Policy trajectory could undermine waste hierarchy’ The Environmental Services Association (ESA) has found that current policy trajectory around Energy from Waste (EfW) could put investment in CCS at risk and undermine the waste hierarchy. The association warned that, without further government intervention, the development of CCS will not be financially viable for the majority of EfW facilities. However, it added that … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 3 Dec 2024 Industry news Metal–organic framework captures carbon dioxide at industrially relevant temperatures - Chemistry World Chemistry World · 3 Dec 2024 Industry news Frequently Asked Questions - Greene King Greene King newsroom · 2 Dec 2024 Industry news Library of Things - new-content.libraryofthings.co.uk Library of Things · 2 Dec 2024 Industry news £474k to establish regulatory network for bio-based materials The UK’s first regulatory science network for bio-based and biodegradable materials has launched today (2 December 2024) after receiving £474,135 in funding from Innovate UK. “BB-REG-NET” will bring together stakeholders from across industry, academia and government to accelerate the adoption of sustainable chemicals and materials in the UK market. The funding boost follows a six-month … Read M… letsrecycle.com News · 2 Dec 2024 Industry news Antarctica is in crisis and we are scrambling to understand its future The last two years have seen unprecedented falls in the levels of sea ice around Antarctica, which serves as a protective wall for the continent's huge ice sheets. Researchers are now racing to understand the global impact of what could happen next New Scientist — Environment · 2 Dec 2024 Industry news AD and Biogas Industry Awards 2025 – Open for Entries! The 13th annual AD and Biogas Industry Awards are now open for entries! The AD and Biogas Industry Awards recognise individuals and organisations that represent the very best of the world’s anaerobic digestion (AD) and biogas sector. There are 11 categories to choose from: Health, Safety and Wellbeing Women in Biogas AD Hero of… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 2 Dec 2024 Industry news Read Paul’s article on EPR in Packaging News INCPEN (Industry Council for Packaging and the Environment) · 2 Dec 2024 Industry news Multi-award winning Recofloor scheme now part of Resource Futures Resource Futures will take on the management of multiple award winning Recofloor programme as of November 2024, after flooring manufacturers Altro and Polyfloor commissioned it to oversee the day-to-day operations of their scheme to recover and recycle vinyl flooring in the UK. Originally conceived as part of a WRAP pilot project and previously managed by … Continue reading "Multi-award winning… Resource Futures · 2 Dec 2024 Industry news Carollers, Ents and a coalition of green groups protest subsidies for burning ‘Christmas’ trees Ghosts of Biomass Past return to haunt DESNZ Pictures are available here, video of the protest will be available this afternoon. Monday 2nd December, 2024. London. This morning at 8am, 100 protestors from Axe Drax, Biofuelwatch, Climate Resistance, Fossil Free London, Friends of the Earth, Greenpeace and other members of the Stop Burning Trees Coalition […] Greenpeace UK · 2 Dec 2024 Industry news Soaring to New Heights: ATF Professional Vehicle Recycling Awards 2024 Celebrates Vehicle Recycling Excellence at the RAF Museum Midlands On the 28th of November 2024, the prestigious ATF Professional Vehicle Recycling Awards illuminated the historic RAF Museum Midlands, near Telford, as the industry gathered to celebrate its brightest talents. With a sold-out crowd of 250 enthusiastic attendees, the evening was alive with excitement and camaraderie. ATF Professional · 2 Dec 2024 Industry news Renewi looks likely to accept Macquarie £700.9m takeover deal Renewi’s board has said that it will recommend accepting a £700.9 million takeover deal from Australian asset management company Macquarie if a formal offer is made before the regulatory deadline of 26 December 2024. The two companies announced the new deal on Thursday last week (28 November 2024), over a year after the Australian firm’s … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 2 Dec 2024 Industry news Donate to Keep Wales Tidy for FREE with easyfundraising! The post Donate to Keep Wales Tidy for FREE with easyfundraising! appeared first on Keep Wales Tidy . Keep Wales Tidy · 2 Dec 2024 Industry news AIR FRYERS AND HOT TUBS ON THE CHRISTMAS TREE Aldi unveils limited-edition Christmas baubles to celebrate iconic Specialbuys An air fryer, chainsaw and inflatable hot tub, all in the form of Christmas baubles, are the latest festive must-haves this December. Supermarket Aldi has unveiled its stunning collection of Specialbuy Baubles ahead of Christmas trees being put up across the nation this week. A poll of […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 2 Dec 2024 Industry news Arctic deep sea mining plans stopped in Norway Oslo, Norway, 1 December – After more than a year of massive pressure from activists, scientists and the international community, the Norwegian government has agreed to stop the first licensing round for deep sea mining in Arctic waters. “This is a huge win! After hard work from activists, environmentalists, scientists and fishermen, we have secured a […] Greenpeace UK · 2 Dec 2024 Industry news Biffa to manage waste across four Finnebrogue sites Food manufacturer Finnebrogue has contracted Biffa to manage waste across its four sites in County Down. The three-year contract will aim to reduce residual waste across the sites while increasing recycling rates. This will include directing 100% of organic waste streams to anaerobic digestion for the generation of biofuels. Richard Barnes, group health, safety and … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 2 Dec 2024 Industry news Saplings from vandalised Sycamore Gap tree will spread ‘message of hope’ Fresh shoots grown from the felled Sycamore Gap tree are set to ‘spread hope throughout the nation’ Positive News · 2 Dec 2024 Industry news Westfield ERF successfully manages first fire Viridor’s Westfield Energy Recovery Facility (WERF) in Fife has successfully managed its first fire. The waste company said that the event marks “a monumental milestone” after four years of planning and construction. The WERF has been jointly owned by Viridor and Equitix since January 2022 under Westfield Energy Recovery Limited (WERL). The plans and permission … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 2 Dec 2024 Industry news UK glass industry raises concerns over new packaging regulations impact British Glass warns that the new Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR) scheme could lead to higher consumer costs, increased imports, job losses, and a shift away from recyclable glass packaging in favour of less sustainable alternatives. The UK Government has passed new packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR) regulations, shifting the cost of waste collection and […] Circular Online (CIWM) · 2 Dec 2024 Industry news Altilium Achieves Key Milestone With Commencement Of Activities At New EV Battery Recycling Plant Altilium, a UK-based clean technology group focused on supporting the transition to net zero, is pleased to announce that is has begun processing of lithium-ion battery waste at its new ACT 2 recycling facility in Plymouth, marking a significant milestone in the UK’s journey towards a circular economy for critical battery materials. ATF Professional · 2 Dec 2024 Industry news North West in Bloom Congratulations to two of EMERGE Touch Wood's clients who were celebrated at the North West in Bloom awards in November. The Oasis Dementia Garden at Rochdale Infirmary and Levenshulme in Bloom both achieved "Level 4 – Thriving" awards at the ceremony. Touch Wood was thrilled to produce planters made with repurposed timber for Levenshulme in [...] Community Wood Recycling · 2 Dec 2024 Industry news Waste boss fined for ‘revenge’ dumping over unpaid invoice Timothy Burcham, a licensed waste operator, dumped waste at a Paignton mobile home park in revenge for not being paid for a job there. He now has to pay a fine and costs totalling over £3,000. Circular Online (CIWM) · 2 Dec 2024 Industry news British Glass: Glass sector has been ‘shattered’ Glass confederation British Glass has accused the government of “shattering” the UK glass sector with its extended producer responsibility for packaging (pEPR) scheme. The fees producers will pay under the new legislation is based on the weight of the product they put on the market. British Glass has said that, due to this, glass fees … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 2 Dec 2024 Industry news ‘Negotiations were held hostage’: Reaction pours in as Plastics Treaty talks fail to reach agreement Environmental groups have expressed anger and disappointment after talks intended to finalise the world’s first treaty to end plastic pollution failed to reach a formal agreement. Here, edie rounds up the reaction. edie — Circular Economy tag · 1 Dec 2024 Industry news Final decision on Plastics Treaty delayed until 2025 as negotiations collapse What was intended to be the final round of negotations on the the UN-convened Plastics Treaty has concluded with no formal decision, meaning that the binding agreement won't be delivered until next year. edie — Circular Economy tag · 1 Dec 2024 Industry news Altilium commences activities at ACT 2 EV Battery Recycling Plant Altilium, a UK-based clean technology group focused on supporting the transition to net zero, is pleased to announce that is has begun processing of lithium-ion battery waste at its new ACT 2 recycling facility in Plymouth, marking a significant milestone in the UK’s journey towards a circular economy for critical battery materials. The cutting-edge facility, [...] Altilium news · 1 Dec 2024 Industry news Pulse Clean Energy’s battery storage project and JLR’s recycled seat foam: The sustainability success stories of the week As part of our Mission Possible campaign, edie delivers this member-exclusive weekly round-up of five of the best sustainable business success stories of the week. In this week's edition, Pulse Clean Energy’s battery storage project in Wales, and much more. edie — Circular Economy tag · 1 Dec 2024 Industry news Time to confront the water crisis Often seen as a cheap and plentiful resource, new analysis shows food security is under serious threat from water risk with consequences for all of us. By Nick Hughes. “One-Quarter of World’s Crops Threatened by Water Risks.” So screamed a recent headline from the normally measured NGO, the World Resources Institute (WRI). Experts and campaigners […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 1 Dec 2024 Industry news Labour’s national mission champion for opportunity talks skills with IEMA and the Aldersgate Group Ben Goodwin, IEMA’s Director of Policy and Public Affairs, reflects on the key points from our recent skills roundtable discussion with Labour’s National Mission Champion for Opportunity, Sarah Smith MP. Aldersgate Group · 29 Nov 2024 Industry news ‘Simpler Recycling’: Defra unveils new guidelines for businesses on waste stream separation The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has released updated guidance for waste collectors and businesses, requiring the separation of dry recyclables, food waste, and residual black bin waste into distinct streams. edie — Circular Economy tag · 29 Nov 2024 Industry news Heatwaves are surpassing the extremes predicted by climate models Comparing historical heat extremes with climate simulations has revealed that in parts of the world the models are underestimating how extreme heatwaves are getting New Scientist — Environment · 29 Nov 2024