Recycling news: 2025

Industry news MPW Food Contact WG meeting minutes, 12 March 2025 The post MPW Food Contact WG meeting minutes, 12 March 2025 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 6 May 2025 Industry news ICBR 2025: Celebrating 30 years of Battery Recycling innovation ICBR 2025 returns to the vibrant port city of Valencia, Spain, on September 10 - 12, and invites you to join us to celebrate our 30th anniversary of bringing together, first the battery recycling industry, and now the entire battery circular economy community. ATF Professional · 6 May 2025 Industry news Worsening drought in Europe raises alarms for farming, rivers, and ecosystems Large parts of Europe face intensifying drought conditions, raising concerns over the impact on agriculture, ecosystems, and key transport routes. Open Access Government — Environment · 6 May 2025 Industry news Copart’s 130-acre Sandtoft Super Centre now fully operational Global leader in online vehicle remarketing and recycling, Copart UK, has announced that their Sandtoft ‘Super Centre’ in the North of England is now fully operational following its recent expansion works. ATF Professional · 6 May 2025 Industry news MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – FM BioEnergy extends Biogas Leak Detection Service MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – FM BioEnergy extends Biogas Leak Detection Service In response to increased industry demand, and in line with best practice standards on Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR), FM BioEnergy has extended its Biogas Leak Detection Service with new, state-of-the-art equipment, and a dedicated team led by experienced biogas professional Nick Cowie. Biogas… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 6 May 2025 Industry news 解读：中国如何应对数据中心能源增长的需求 人工智能（AI）等技术的蓬勃发展带动了中国数据中心的“爆发式增长”，同时也推高了能源消耗和碳排放。 截至2023年底，中国以449个数据中心的数量位居亚太地区之首。 国际能源署（IEA）最新报告显示，2024年中国数据中心用电量已占全球数据中心用电总量的25%，成为仅次于美国的全球第二大电力消耗国。 与各国情况类似，中国数据中心用电量预计将在未来几年持续快速增长，人工智能的兴起是重要推动因素之一。 不过，当前实际需求规模及未来增速仍存在不确定性。 现阶段，其他驱动因素对电力需求增长的影响仍远大于数据中心。 虽然各方对数据中心的预测数据存在差异，但有报告指出，其电力需求可能从2025年的100-200TWh（太瓦时）激增至2030年的600TWh，相应的CO2排放量或将达到200MtCO2e（百万吨二氧化碳当量）。 尽管中央和地方政府已出台多项政策以应对数据中心的环境影响，但挑战依然存… Carbon Brief · 6 May 2025 Industry news Administrative body set up to oversee UK Deposit Return Scheme A Deposit Management Organisation has been set up to oversee and operate England, Scotland and Northern Ireland’s Deposit Return Schemes for single-use plastics and metal drinks containers. edie — Circular Economy tag · 6 May 2025 Industry news DRS operator appointed in England, Scotland and NI UK Deposit Management Organisation (UK DMO) has been announced as the operator of the new Deposit Return Schemes in England, Northern Ireland and Scotland. Circular Online (CIWM) · 6 May 2025 Industry news CU Phosco reconditions seafront luminaires CU Phosco is restoring 100 traditional street lights and columns in Brighton and Hove. During the initial phase, five lampposts […] Recolight · 6 May 2025 Industry news Lucent downlight is made from 86% recycled materials UK downlight brand Lucent says its latest luminaire is made using 86 per cent recycled materials. Additionally, 90 per cent […] Recolight · 6 May 2025 Industry news LIVE SECTOR REACTIONS: DRS management organisation appointed The waste and recycling sector has reacted after the newly formed UK Deposit Management Organisation (UK DMO) was announced as the operator of the forthcoming deposit return scheme (DRS) this morning (6 April 2025). Set to go live in October 2027, the DRS will cover single-use plastic and metal drinks containers between 150ml and three … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 6 May 2025 Industry news Chinese street light ‘breaks 250 lm/W barrier’ Chinese LED lighting brand EXC Technology says its latest street has broken the 250 lm/W efficiency barrier for the first […] Recolight · 6 May 2025 Industry news Plant-based eggs roll into Europe Can vegan eggs made from mung beans crack the UK market and ease the supply squeeze that’s impacting restaurants and caterers? David Burrows reports. Vegan Food Group (VFG), which also owns Meatless Farm and Tofutown, is partnering with Eat Just, the manufacturer behind Just Egg, to roll out plant-based eggs made with mung beans. Production […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 6 May 2025 Industry news ‘Reckless yobs’ force paper banks closure Tendring district council has permanently removed paper recycling banks from a retail park after what was said to be repeated arson attacks. The two newspaper and magazine bins had been in place at the recycling bring site at Waterglade Retail Park in Clacton for several years. Councillor Adrian Smith, cabinet member for environment, said: “Unfortunately, … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 6 May 2025 Industry news North West Resources Forum launches with inaugural event at Greater Manchester’s Renew Hub The first North West Resources Forum (NWRF) took place on 29 April 2025, bringing together professionals from across the waste and resources sector, to share best practice, collaborate and network with their peers. Circular Online (CIWM) · 6 May 2025 Industry news Management organisation for DRS appointed The newly formed UK Deposit Management Organisation (UK DMO) has today been announced as the operator of the forthcoming deposit return scheme (DRS). Set to go live in October 2027, the DRS will cover single-use plastic and metal drinks containers between 150ml and three litres in England, Northern Ireland and Scotland. A deposit will be … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 6 May 2025 Industry news A real recharge. Five ways to get more – and better – rest From thinking beyond the obvious, to trying mini ‘sabbaticals’, here are five suggestions for really slowing down Positive News · 6 May 2025 Industry news ALDI LAUNCHES GYROS KITS FOR JUST £3.19 Aldi is bringing the taste of Greece home with the launch of its Gyros Kits — a tasty fakeaway for a purse-friendly £3.19. A popular street food staple in Greece, gyros (pronounced “yee-ros”), typically features marinated meat, fries, and sauces wrapped in warm flatbread. Now, Aldi is making it easier than ever for shoppers to […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 6 May 2025 Industry news Greggs prevents five million meals from going to waste Greggs and Too Good To Go announce they have prevented five million meals from going to waste across the UK. Circular Online (CIWM) · 6 May 2025 Industry news UK Deposit Management Organisation (UK DMO) [Start] The National Association of Waste Disposal Officers - NAWDO NAWDO (National Association of Waste Disposal Officers) · 6 May 2025 Industry news Nestlé appoints Scott Coles as new Managing Director for Confectionery UK & Ireland - Nestlé UK Nestle UK media · 6 May 2025 Industry news Notpla - Notpla Notpla news · 6 May 2025 Industry news Coral Products Appoints Ian Hillman as CEO to Lead Growth Strategy - PlastikMedia PlastikMedia News · 6 May 2025 Industry news DRS Deposit Management Organisation has been announced - Ecosurety Ecosurety · 6 May 2025 Industry news The Green Business Revolution: How Brands Are Embracing Sustainability Image via Dreamstime Stock Photos In recent years, sustainability has shifted from a niche concept to a central pillar of business strategy across industries. What once may have been dismissed as a marketing buzzword or an expensive luxury is now widely recognised as a critical element for long-term success. The green business revolution is… Zero Waste Week · 5 May 2025 Industry news VW03B&S-Construction and demolition waste-Renewi.pub - Renewi Renewi · 5 May 2025 Industry news VW11SINA-Orange peels-Renewi.pub - Renewi Renewi · 5 May 2025 Industry news VW05A-Waste wood A-grade-Renewi-v2.pub - Renewi Renewi · 5 May 2025 Industry news VW01BRANDBA-Combustible industrial waste-Renewi.pub - Renewi Renewi · 5 May 2025 Industry news An idea that just ballooned: Bristol brand produces bags from hot air Recycled textiles from the city’s world-renowned hot air ballooning scene have been put to good use Positive News · 5 May 2025 Industry news Asda’s coffee pod recycling project and Greggs’ ‘too good to waste’ initiative: 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, Asda’s coffee pod recycling project, and much more. edie — Circular Economy tag · 4 May 2025 Industry news Job Search - Kingfisher plc Kingfisher plc media · 4 May 2025 Industry news ALDI RETAINS CROWN OF CHEAPEST SUPERMARKET FOR APRIL Research by consumer group Which? has found that Aldi is yet again named the cheapest supermarket for a basket of 79 essential items this month. The total price of a shop at the discount retailer came in at £22.66 less than Morrisons, as well as being cheaper than Sainsbury’s by £22.54, and less expensive than […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 2 May 2025 Industry news Disastrous back-to-back heatwaves and droughts surge across Eurasia Regions from Ukraine to Mongolia are seeing a spike in paired heatwave-drought events as climate change alters weather patterns across the planet New Scientist — Environment · 2 May 2025 Industry news MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Northumbrian Water Selects Blackline Safety to Safeguard Workers, Identify Risks MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Northumbrian Water Selects Blackline Safety to Safeguard Workers, Identify Risks Two thirds of the UK’s water companies now use Blackline connected technology Durham, UK-based Northumbrian Water Group (NWG) has announced that it has selected global connected safety technology leader Blackline Safety Corp. to help uncover safety hazards and protect lone workers at… The pos… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 2 May 2025 Industry news Over 2,000 gardens transformed. More packs to give away! The post Over 2,000 gardens transformed. More packs to give away! appeared first on Keep Wales Tidy . Keep Wales Tidy · 2 May 2025 Industry news Extreme heat poses Spanish-style blackout threat to UK electrical grid As climate change pushes summer temperatures to new highs, energy infrastructure such as cabling and transformers will struggle to cope New Scientist — Environment · 2 May 2025 Industry news DeBriefed 2 May 2025: Iberian blackout; Tony Blair’s ‘clumsy’ comments; Trump’s ‘cascading’ impact on European climate science Welcome to Carbon Brief’s DeBriefed. An essential guide to the week’s key developments relating to climate... Carbon Brief · 2 May 2025 Industry news Davies and e2e Launch Strategic AI Partnership Davies, a leading specialist professional services and technology business, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with e2e Total Loss Claims Management (e2e). The collaboration aims to revolutionise the UK motor claims industry through the use of advanced generative AI technology, delivering faster, smarter, and more sustainable outcomes for all stakeholders. ATF Professional · 2 May 2025 Industry news Chair’s Statement Update - PepsiCo UK PepsiCo UK stories · 2 May 2025