Recycling news: 2025

Industry news Open-source AI models support water quality monitoring Collaborative innovation project River Deep Mountain AI (RDMAI) has announced the open-source release of a suite of artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) models that it says are set to transform the way water quality data is collected and used. Funded by Ofwat’s Water Breakthrough Challenge and led by Northumbrian Water, with Spring Innovation as […] Envirotec Magazine · 8 Jul 2025 Industry news Yorkshire schools SuDS partnership boosts flood resilience Schools are ideal locations for sustainable drainage systems as part of flood and storm overflow reduction strategies, says Lorna Davis, director, SuDSPlanter Ltd, who details a recent community partnership with Yorkshire Water Yorkshire Water has partnered with sustainable drainage and engineering specialist SuDSPlanter® to install rainwater planters in 15 schools and one urban farm. A […] Envirotec Magazine · 8 Jul 2025 Industry news RECOUP Members Coffee catch up with ReVentas The post RECOUP Members Coffee catch up with ReVentas appeared first on RECOUP . RECOUP · 8 Jul 2025 Industry news Puraffinity and US Army Corps of Engineers partner to advance PFAS remediation technologies This article contains paid for content produced in collaboration with Puraffinity. Puraffinity, a leading innovator of advanced adsorbents for the removal of per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS), has announced a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with the US Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC). The goal of the collaboration is to conduct […] Envirotec Magazine · 8 Jul 2025 Industry news Composite material introduces passive cooling and longer lifespan for solar panels Saudi Arabian researchers claim their innovation will significantly boost electricity generation and improve technology cooling in some of the world’s hottest regions. The King Abdullah University of Science and Technology team, including members from King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology, have released figures from testing of a new composite material made for solar panels. […] Environment Journal · 8 Jul 2025 Industry news EFRA Committee begins enquiry into the circular economy The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee has begun its enquiry into the circular economy with an evidence session on the Global Plastics Treaty. Circular Online (CIWM) · 8 Jul 2025 Industry news Stand reuse framework pioneered by edie now open to global events industry A framework promoting the use of reusable stands at conferences and other events has been made available to the entire global events industry following early support from businesses including edie’s publisher, Faversham House. edie — Circular Economy tag · 8 Jul 2025 Industry news From bottles to big thrills: Coca-Cola and Merlin Entertainments team up to turn empty plastic bottles into VIP fun at Alton Towers Resort, LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort, Cadbury World and beyond From a single recycled bottle to a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, Coca-Cola and Merlin are making sustainability fun and rewarding for families across the UK. This summer, for the fourth year running, thrill seekers can win VIP experiences at some of the UK’s most iconic family attractions. By simply recycling an empty 500ml plastic bottle at one […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 8 Jul 2025 Industry news Welsh EfW company to expand into Northern Ireland A Welsh Energy from Waste (EfW) company has announced its expansion into Northern Ireland. Powerhouse Energy Group will become the exclusive supplier of 99.999% purity hydrogen for BSH’s proposed Fuel Cell (Penta) H2P project in Ballymena, Northern Ireland. The EfW company has also been awarded three new patents in the United States and Europe. Paul … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 8 Jul 2025 Industry news EU pushes for greater automotive sector circularity The European Parliament’s Environment (ENVI) and Internal Market (IMCO) committees have voted on rules designed to make the European automotive industry significantly more circular, with proposals covering the full vehicle lifecycle from design and production through to end-of-life treatment. Under the draft regulation, manufacturers will be required to design new cars and vans so that … Read M… letsrecycle.com News · 8 Jul 2025 Industry news Deltalight achieves EcoVadis silver Deltalight has announced that it has been awarded Silver EcoVadis, recognising its long-term commitment to sustainability. This places the architectural […] Recolight · 8 Jul 2025 Industry news Unveiled: recyclable printed circuit boards A British company has unveiled a printed circuit board with is fully recyclable. In a market long dominated by non‑recyclable […] Recolight · 8 Jul 2025 Industry news Spore and peace: fungi power a quiet revolution in nappy waste A US-based biotech firm has developed a plastic-eating fungi, offering an eco-friendly solution to tackle the global nappy waste crisis Positive News · 8 Jul 2025 Industry news Westminster landfill tax receipts fall £3million year-on-year The drop reflects a longstanding trend which some welcome as a sign of improvements to the circular economy. According to official data released by the UK Government, total provisional Climate Change Levy [CCL] and Carbon Price Floor [CPF] receipts for the tax year 2024-25 were £1,794million. This represents a 2% fall compared with the previous […] Environment Journal · 8 Jul 2025 Industry news WRWA BOLSTERS LEADERSHIP WITH EXPERIENCED MANAGING DIRECTOR HIRE - wrwa.gov.uk Western Riverside Waste Authority · 8 Jul 2025 Industry news 22 tonnes of microplastics spread on farms every day via sewage sludge, investigation reveals - ENDS Report ENDS Report · 8 Jul 2025 Industry news EEBs Reaction to the Joint IMCO-ENVI Committee Vote on the Proposed Vehicle Regulation The draft regulation revises and merges the outdated End-of-Life Vehicles Directive and the 3R Type-Approval Directive into a single Regulation on Circularity Requirements on Vehicle Design and on Management of End-of-Life Vehicles. The proposal aims to strengthen the EU single market while improving the circularity of the automotive sector and reducing the environmental impacts associated with… Auto Recycling World · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news ACEA respond to ELV vote: progress on recycled content, but truck and bus makers face disproportionate burden Today’s European Parliament committee vote on the End-of-Life Vehicle (ELV) file was a step towards a more pragmatic regulation, yet serious concerns remain about the undue burden on truck and bus makers. Auto Recycling World · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news Circular economy: new EU rules to make the automotive sector more sustainable On Monday 7th July, the Environment and Internal Market Committees adopted their proposals on new EU rules to cover the entire vehicle lifecycle, from design to final end-of-life treatment. Auto Recycling World · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news Forests’ vanishing snow is also bad news for carbon storage The loss of snow cover in temperate forests is set to slow their growth and reduce their ability to remove carbon from the atmosphere, an overlooked consequence of climate change New Scientist — Environment · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news Anthesis Ireland Connect: Leading and Influencing in Uncertain Times In June 2025, Anthesis Ireland launched its first Connect event, uniting sustainability leaders to share challenges, insights, and opportunities. Anthesis Group · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news CIWM members support WasteAid in The Gambia to improve waste management practices A team of waste management experts from the Chartered Institution of Wastes Management (CIWM) recently visited The Gambia to join WasteAid’s support of Operation Sanity – a local environmental initiative. The seven-day technical support visit aimed to bolster local capacity, share best practices, and develop sustainable solutions to pressing sanitation challenges in the region. Operation... The… Skip & Waste Magazine · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news PRO appointment: Next round announced Those who have made it through to the next round of the appointment of the Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) have been announced. The Industry Council for Packaging and the Environment (INCPEN) and the Food and Drink Federation (FDF) have confirmed that they are jointly through to the next round. Valpak and and the Packaging Scheme … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news Events calendar - Charity Retail Association Charity Retail Association · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news ENVI-IMCO vote on circularity requirements and end-of-life vehicle management On 7 July, ENVI and IMCO members will vote on the report revising circularity requirements for vehicle design and improving end-of-life vehicle management. Auto Recycling World · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news MotoFest 2025: A resounding success for Hampshire, showcasing community spirit and support for a life-saving cause On Saturday 28th June, at the Silverlake Stadium, the much-anticipated Silverlake MotoFest 2025 brought together thousands of automotive enthusiasts, local businesses, families and community members in a vibrant celebration of motorsport culture. The event, organised by Silverlake Automotive Recycling, attracted over 5000 attendees and raised thousands of pounds for Hampshire and IOW Air Ambula… ATF Professional · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news Plastic Free July: How WasteAid is tackling the global plastic crisis Plastic Free July has become a global movement, rallying communities to reduce single‑use plastics. At WasteAid, we are at the frontline of this mission working with some of the world’s most affected communities to create real, lasting solutions. Far too often, low- and middle-income countries face grave plastic pollution due to limited waste infrastructure. Plastic […] WasteAid · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news Inspiring speakers named for Circular Lighting Live 2025 The UK’s premier event dedicated to sustainable lighting returns to London on 25 September 2025 with a bold and inspiring […] Recolight · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news Rethinking recycling for the circular textile economy When your favourite T-shirt reaches the end of its life, what really happens next? If it ends up in a clothing bank, you might picture it being reworn, recycled, or repurposed. But in reality, most old garments – especially those made from fibre blends like polycotton – don’t get a second life. They get downcycled, […] Worn Again Technologies news · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news MYGroup Black Soldier Fly project enters new phase MYGroup has entered into a joint venture with insect genetics company Beta Bugs for the supply of Black Soldier Fly (BSF) eggs. The Yorkshire waste management company announced its BSF farming programme earlier this year, but this is the first time it will rear the larvae itself. The flies are used for its bioconversion “Insectology” … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news Incentive Program Sparks Interest in ELV Plastic Recycling in Hokkaido Automotive recycling companies in Hokkaido, Japan, are showing increased interest in recovering plastics from end-of-life vehicles (ELVs), spurred by the upcoming Automotive Resource Collection Incentive Program, set to launch in April 2026. Auto Recycling World · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news Grab a bite and make a difference: Automotive industry invited to get involved in Ben’s Big Breakfast 2025 Ben is inviting everyone in the automotive industry to take part in Ben’s Big Breakfast in October, because a cuppa and a chat can change a life. ATF Professional · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news Reston officially brought into Sortera London operations Reston Waste Management has officially been integrated into Sortera’s operations. The waste management company will now operate fully under the Sortera name. The acquisition was announced in July 2024 following a series of other purchases by the waste management company, including of O’Donovan Waste Disposal and GBN Services. A spokesperson for Sortera said: “This integration … Read More The po… letsrecycle.com News · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news Regulatory Position Statement for Packaging RAM Reporting On Friday 27th June, the regulators published a Regulatory Position Statement (RPS) which makes the Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM) reporting optional for H1 2025 data. This follows industry feedback about the limited time and resource in preparing for RAM. Der Beitrag Regulatory Position Statement for Packaging RAM Reporting erschien zuerst auf United Kingdom (EN) . ERP UK (European Recycling Platform) · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news Over 15 tonnes of fishing gear recycled in Wales More than 15 tonnes of end-of-life fishing gear have been recycled since 2023 through Wales’ pioneering national collection scheme, in a drive to tackle marine plastic pollution. The End of Life (EoL) Fishing Gear Scheme – a partnership between the Welsh government and Odyssey Innovation – is the UK’s only fully nationwide initiative of its … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news Reducing Reliance on Mining: The Strategic Role of Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling The post Reducing Reliance on Mining: The Strategic Role of Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling appeared first on Recyclus Group | The UK’s First Industrial Scale Lithium-Ion Battery Recyclers . Recyclus Group news · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news Biffa opens 150,000-tonne ‘zero to landfill’ Scottish waste site Biffa has opened a new 'zero to landfill' waste transfer site in Scotland amid what it is calling a 'major economic boom' in The Highlands. Circular Online (CIWM) · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news Waste company fined over £50,000 for ignoring audit at Notts site A waste company has been ordered to pay £52,405.05 for failing to comply with a demand for information about the materials they accepted. Circular Online (CIWM) · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news Warning issued that EfW closures causing RDF bottleneck A warning has been issued over the rising frequency of both planned and unplanned outages at Energy from Waste (EfW) facilities across the UK. The RDF Industry Group has cautioned that the outages are happening at a time when the wider Refuse-Derived Fuel (RDF) supply chain is constrained. It added that the disruptions are significantly … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 7 Jul 2025 Industry news 31% more commercial electric vehicles since 2024 still well below target Low emission freight is growing significantly in the UK, but Downing Street goals are still a tailpipe dream. According to data published by Inverto, there were 88,787 electric lorries and vans on British roads by the end of December 2024. This is up 31% on the 67,678 registered 12 months earlier. Despite making sizeable inroads, […] Environment Journal · 7 Jul 2025