Recycling news: 2025

Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 4 Aug 2026.

Industry news IAA Announces Rebrand of SYNETIQ Auction Operations to IAA IAA Holdings, LLC, an RB Global company (NYSE: RBA) (TSX: RBA) and a leading global marketplace connecting vehicle buyers and sellers, today announced that its UK-based auto auctions will be transitioning to the globally recognized IAA brand. The rebrand supports the company’s global growth strategy and underscores its ongoing commitment to investment, innovation and customer excellence in the … ATF Professional · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news New aggregates plant provides sustainable materials for Midlands construction - Encyclis Encyclis · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news DeBriefed 11 April 2025: Trump tariff chaos; Climate penalties for shipping; Why is biodiversity loss overlooked? Welcome to Carbon Brief’s DeBriefed. An essential guide to the week’s key developments relating to climate... Carbon Brief · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news First sustainability report commits to Net Zero - Encyclis Encyclis · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news Scunthorpe can be at the heart of a thriving green steel sector This post is by Dr Colin Church, CEO at The Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining. Note: this is a fast-evolving story. For the latest developments, see the BBC’s live coverage. The crisis at Scunthorpe is just the latest episode in a decade of crises […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news Q&A: Nations agree carbon-pricing system to steer shipping towards net-zero Nations have agreed to introduce a worldwide carbon-pricing system for international shipping to drive the... Carbon Brief · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news Q&A: What does the new German coalition government mean for climate and energy? Since the German election took place in February, which saw the centre-right Christian Democratic Union... Carbon Brief · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news Industrial disputes COMMENT – By John Crawford: I was very surprised (and somewhat saddened) to watch recent TV footage of striking workers at Birmingham walking very slowly in front of an RCV that had crossed their picket line at the depot and was now trying to start its round. I’m not in any position (nor want) to... Skip & Waste Magazine · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news BRITS OPT FOR AFFORDABLE FIZZ AS ALDI CHAMPAGNE SALES SOAR While overall Champagne sales in the UK have hit a 25-year low, with just 22.3 million bottles shipped in 2024, the lowest figure since the millennium[1], Aldi is bucking the trend, with its affordable fizz seeing record growth. The retailer reports a strong surge in demand for its Nicolas de Montbart Champagne, with year-on-year sales […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news ADBA Responds to Extending the UK ETS Cap Beyond 2030 Consultation On 7th April 2025, ADBA submitted its response to the UK Government’s consultation on Extending the UK ETS Cap Beyond 2030. We have outlined how AD plays an important role in delivering the UK’s carbon reduction targets whilst enhancing energy security through domestic renewable gas production. Our response strongly supports extending the UK ETS into… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news ADBA Attends On-Farm AD Summit ADBA was delighted to participate in the On-Farm Anaerobic Digestion (AD) and Methane Capture Summit held on 9th April 2025 at Askham Bryan College, York. This event brought together policymakers, industry experts, farmers, and financial institutions to explore the potential of farm-scale AD systems in contributing to the UK’s net-zero ambitions. The summit provided a… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news UKCM wins again at Masters of Waste 2025 For the second year running, UKCM has won the 2025 Masters of Waste Golf tournament, which took place on 10 April at London Golf Club, with its second team scoring 104 points. For its 15th edition, Masters of Waste hosted waste and recycling professionals from across the industry who took part in the tournament. The … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news ADBA Responds to the Proposed Gas Shipper Obligation Consultation DESNZ consulted on the establishment of a levy and obligation for gas shippers to support the production of low carbon hydrogen. This affects the AD sector because the obligation would be set on the volume of gas moved by the shippers. ADBA responded to the Consultation on the proposed Gas Shipper Obligation on the 9th… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news Embracing Growth: How AI and Technology Are Transforming Payments in Auto Recycling Lisa Samuel, President of Your Pay Buddy, discusses how AI and technology are revolutionizing payments in the auto recycling industry. With a focus on efficiency, security, and innovation, she explores why embracing a growth mindset and partnering with trusted providers is essential for recyclers to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape. Auto Recycling World · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news April is Stress Awareness Month: 5 Simple Steps to Better Mental Health at Work April marks Stress Awareness Month, a timely reminder for all employers to reflect on how they support mental health in the workplace. Work-related stress, depression, and anxiety are among the leading causes of absence and burnout. But with the right steps, you can make a real difference. That’s where the HSE’s Working Minds campaign comes in. Over the course of April, take five simple steps t… ATF Professional · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news Valpak provides care-leavers with white goods Valpak by Reconomy has partnered with the Coventry House Project to provide white goods to young people leaving care to move into their own homes. The compliance scheme and consultancy will make available starter packs which include a refurbished fridge-freezer, cooker and washing machine. The items will be purchased at a reduced rate from the … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news WRAP releases updated metric for carbon emissions WRAP has released the latest version of its Carbon Waste and Resources Metric, produced on the behalf of Defra. “CarbonWARM2” provides a tool for organisations to use to assess the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions associated with waste management practices which are expressed in carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e). The original version of the tool – CarbonWARM … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news ASEPA – Europe’s Circular Drive: Spain Leads the Charge in End-of-Life Vehicle Recycling As the EU prepares to overhaul regulations governing end-of-life vehicle (ELV) recycling, a recent webinar hosted by ASEPA (The Spanish Association of Automotive Professionals), and moderated by Ernesto Salas, President of Sigrauto, highlighted a clear frontrunner in this circular transition: Spain. Industry experts from Sigrauto, CESVIMAP, and Bosch gathered to discuss the road ahead for autom… Auto Recycling World · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news UK's first carbon capture pilot plant launches - Encyclis Encyclis · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news Methane-eating bacteria are ready to capture landfill emissions Bioreactors housing methane-eating bacteria could offer a portable, off-grid solution for soaking up methane leaks from sites like landfills and coal mines New Scientist — Environment · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news Bunting Magnetics Appoints European Quality Manager David Summers has joined Bunting Magnetics as the European Quality Manager. David brings a wealth of experience in quality management, with exceptional attention to detail and a positive attitude that has immediately resulted in production process improvements. ATF Professional · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news FareShare awarded £210k grant from PepsiCo The PepsiCo Foundation has announced an expansion of its partnership with food redistribution charity FareShare with a £210,000 grant. The funding from the food and beverage company’s philanthropic arm will support two programmes aimed at tackling food waste and boosting employment in Leicestershire, the home of its Walkers crisps. The first of the two programmes … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news 350m people globally have access to a DRS 350 million people across the globe have access to a deposit return scheme (DRS), according to circular economy non-profit Reloop. The organisation has launched its Global Deposit Dashboard which aims to improve policymaking around the circular economy. The dashboard shows comparable, transparent information on DRS policies and system performance across regions which the Reloop hopes … Read Mor… letsrecycle.com News · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news ALDI LAUNCHES SAVOURY EASTER TREATS INCLUDING ADORABLE BUNNY BAO BUNS No sweet tooth? No problem. Supermarket Aldi is set to launch a range of savoury Easter treats including NEW Easter Bao Buns (£2.99, 160g) and NEW Emporium Easter Cheese Truckles (99p, 100g), available in store from 14th April. Giving Easter a pan-Asian twist, Aldi’s brand-new Easter Bao Buns (£2.99, 160g) come in three authentic flavours […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news AI textile sorting tech company completes £1.5m seed round AI material identification scanner manufacturer Matoha, a UK-based startup that enables textile sorting, has completed the first phase of a £1.5m seed round. Circular Online (CIWM) · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news Conference 2025: Brand new ticket types for non-profits - Charity Retail Association Charity Retail Association · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news This Is Not Just Any Store...M&S Union Square Opens New Foodhall, Café and Menswear Department - Marks & Spencer M&S corporate press releases · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news Who we are - Encyclis Encyclis · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news News & Insights - Encyclis Encyclis · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news What is Energy-from-Waste? - Encyclis Encyclis · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news What went right this week: North America’s first national park city, plus more The world got a new national park city, the ‘Oscars of science’ revealed its winners, and medical history was made, plus more Positive News · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news District Heating from Waste | Low-Carbon Heat Solutions - Encyclis Encyclis · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news Contact Encyclis | Energy-from-Waste Enquiries - Encyclis Encyclis · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news Social value - Encyclis Encyclis · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news Careers at Encyclis | Energy-from-Waste Jobs UK - Encyclis Encyclis · 11 Apr 2025 Industry news Environmental Policy Statement - Encyclis Encyclis · 10 Apr 2025 Industry news Occupational Health & Safety Policy Statement - Encyclis Encyclis · 10 Apr 2025 Industry news Quality Policy Statement - Encyclis Encyclis · 10 Apr 2025 Industry news Resource Recovery UK looks to the future as new Chair is appointed to lead EfW industry alliance - Encyclis Encyclis · 10 Apr 2025 Industry news Survey: ‘Very few’ Africans place responsibility for climate action on ‘rich nations’ A new survey reveals that “very few” Africans place responsibility for climate action on “rich... 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