Recycling news: 2025

Industry news We need to talk about defence President Trump is warm towards Russia and hostile to Ukraine and Europe. We are in a new and dangerous world and the prime minister is increasing UK defence spending to 2.5 per cent of GDP by 2027. “That”, he says, “means spending £13.4 billion more […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 4 Mar 2025 Industry news First waste arrives at new Leeds energy from waste facility First waste arrives at new Leeds energy from waste facility enfinium · 4 Mar 2025 Industry news Energy from Waste INCPEN (Industry Council for Packaging and the Environment) · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news New sustainable Food and Drink Pact launched as WRAP evolves campaign The Courtauld Commitment, which has led the charge in improving sustainability within the food and drink industry for two decades, is evolving into the UK Food and Drink Pact. edie — Circular Economy tag · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news Too Much Packaging INCPEN (Industry Council for Packaging and the Environment) · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news Using Less Packaging INCPEN (Industry Council for Packaging and the Environment) · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news The positive outcome reached over COP16 biodiversity negotiations in Rome The continued meeting of the parties to the COP16 Global Biodiversity Conference in Rome ended on February 27, 2025. This meeting reached important agreements that show the global community's determination to halt and reverse biodiversity loss. Open Access Government — Environment · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news Navigating Germany’s EPR: What businesses need to know Germany’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations are among the most comprehensive in the world, impacting businesses that manufacture, import, or distribute products within the country. From packaging and single-use plastics to electronics and batteries, companies must comply with strict registration, reporting, and take-back requirements. Failure to meet these obligations can resul… Valpak · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news Is cutting the aid budget to the bone really the legacy Labour wants to leave? This post is by Christine Allen, executive director of CAFOD. It has been almost a week since the prime minister announced that the aid budget would be reduced to fund increased defence spending. In 2027, Official Development Assistance (ODA) will amount to just 0.3 per […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news Tesco, Asda and Lidl among retailers adopting self-separating porridge pots INCPEN (Industry Council for Packaging and the Environment) · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news Bradford city clean-up collects 100 tonnes of waste A clean-up project of highway routes in and around Bradford city centre, carried out by the local council’s waste collection service and funded by the government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund, saw nearly 100 tonnes of waste being collected. The Gateways project has been running since August 2024 and will finish at the end of March … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news Electric Vehicles Now Last as Long as Petrol and Diesel Cars, According to Study A new study reveals that battery-powered electric vehicles (BEVs) have closed the lifespan and reliability gap compared to traditional petrol and diesel models, marking a significant milestone for fleet operators and automotive manufacturers. Auto Recycling World · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news Electric Vehicles Now Last as Long as Petrol and Diesel Cars, According to Study A new study reveals that battery-powered electric vehicles (BEVs) have closed the lifespan and reliability gap compared to traditional petrol and diesel models, marking a significant milestone for fleet operators and automotive manufacturers. ATF Professional · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news IARC 2025 – How Rhenoy Group LKQ Gives Damaged Cars a Second Life Sustainability and affordability are transforming the automotive industry, and Rhenoy Group LKQ is leading the way by giving damaged vehicles a second life through salvage and remanufacturing. In this IARC 2025 interview, CEO Nick van Kessel discusses LKQ’s market impact, future growth, and what delegates can expect at their facility visit. Auto Recycling World · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news ALDI LAUNCHES STOUT FLAVOURED BALLYCASTLE AHEAD OF ST PATRICK’S DAY Get ready to elevate your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations with Aldi’s newest arrival: Ballycastle Stout Flavour Country Cream. Landing in stores on 6th March for just £7.99 a bottle (70cl), it’s the perfect way to paint the town green without breaking the bank. Aldi’s Ballycastle Stout Flavour Country Cream boasts a luxuriously smooth, creamy texture […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news Light Projects unveils remanufacturing division Light Projects Evolve has unveiled a specialist remanufacturing division to upgrade and reuse luminaires for commercial and educational clients. The […] Recolight · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news Top school reuses luminaires in major upgrade A top grammar school has upgraded both its interior and exterior lighting. The project at Kingston Grammar School in Kingston […] Recolight · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news Unlocking Circular Economy Investment for Nature Last World Wildlife Day, we celebrated the unique role and contributions of wildlife to people and the planet. The UK’s Biodiversity is unfortunately declining, with 38% of species decreasing in […] ESA (Environmental Services Association) · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news What’s the true secret to happiness? Scientists may be about to find out Researchers are hoping to uncover the elusive secret to happiness in the biggest study of its kind to date Positive News · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news 3-ingredient pancake recipe This easy, 3-ingredient pancake recipe is all you need this Pancake Day. To prevent food waste, calculate exactly how much batter you'll need. City Harvest London · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news Good Karma Media – Helping Businesses Tell Their Best Stories At Community Wood Recycling, we’re passionate about sustainability and social impact. That’s why we were so grateful for the impact-driven PR support we've had from Good Karma Media, a social enterprise that helps businesses like ours (and yours) amplify their work, whether through purpose-led storytelling, business-as-usual communications, or strategic research. In 2025, social impact [...] Community Wood Recycling · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news EPR Scheme Administrator to publish final base fees in June A joint statement from the four UK nations has announced the extended producer responsibility (EPR) base fees for 2025/26 will be published by June 2025. Circular Online (CIWM) · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news Wastefront to construct £100m tyre-to-SAF facility Wastefront has announced that it has officially started construction on its £100 million tyre-to-fuel facility at the Port of Sunderland, in a project marking a significant step towards the UK’s push for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The facility’s first commercial phase will be starting up at the end of 2026, with the second launching a … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news OPINION: ‘Education is key ingredient for food waste recycling success’ Lee Dobinson, chief commercial officer at BioteCH₄ Group, discusses how education on food waste and its impact on cost savings and the environment can have a largely positive impact on the success of the Simpler Recycling Scheme. OPINION: The Simpler Recycling deadline for businesses and non-residential properties is upon us, with local authorities and their … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news Signify unveils 650V driver for DC networks Signify has unveiled its first 650V DC LED driver aimed at the growing market for direct-current environments in industry. The […] Recolight · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news Celebrating B Corp Awareness Month: Our Journey to Making a Difference Celebrate B Corp Awareness Month with us! Discover our journey to B Corp certification, our commitment to people and the planet, and our goals for a better future. Download our Impact Report to learn more! OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news Global Ocean Treaty two years on: UK at risk of missing deadline to sign historic treaty into law Tuesday 4 March will mark the second anniversary of the Global Ocean Treaty being agreed, a triumph for multilateralism and the greatest conservation victory in history. Bringing it to life as soon as possible is the only way to keep the target to protect 30% of the world’s ocean by 2030 within reach. To enter […] Greenpeace UK · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news Vital confirms Drakelow EfW is operational as Newport project awaits permit - ENDS Waste & Bioenergy ENDS Waste & Bioenergy · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news We’re bringing repair vouchers to the UK If you know anything about us, you know that we love repair vouchers. So we’re delighted to be part of trialing a scheme in 3 boroughs in North London. The Restart Project · 3 Mar 2025 Industry news Altilium strengthens senior leadership with appointment of David Cartwright as Managing Director Altilium, a UK-based clean technology group focused on supporting the transition to net zero, is pleased to announce the appointment of David Cartwright to the new role of Managing Director, in a move that strengthens the company’s senior leadership team and underlines its commitment to building a UK national champion for EV battery recycling. [...] Altilium news · 2 Mar 2025 Industry news Kimberly-Clark’s clean energy deals and Lego’s new sustainable tires: 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, Kimberly-Clark’s clean energy deal in Italy and Spain, and much more. edie — Circular Economy tag · 2 Mar 2025 Industry news Bullseye or bull? Revised packaging and net-zero targets are ‘realistic’, brands argue, but will they result in short-term complacency? By David Burrows. The Coca‑Cola Company has announced updated voluntary environmental goals “with the aim of delivering on the company’s purpose to Refresh the World and Make a Difference”. Who writes this stuff? If you read the press statement, what […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 1 Mar 2025 Industry news US scientists rebuild climate risk map deleted from government site When the US Federal Emergency Management Agency removed a map of future climate hazards from its website, researchers built their own version New Scientist — Environment · 28 Feb 2025 Industry news Reconomy Connect partners with ReNewShoe to reduce footwear waste Reconomy Connect has announced a new partnership with ReNewShoe, aiming to make it easier for people to recycle their end-of-life shoes, keep valuable materials in use and reduce landfill and incineration waste. ReNewShoe takes old shoes and is said to recycle them to the full 100%, producing resources such as rubber, foam, fluff and leather. … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 28 Feb 2025 Industry news DeBriefed 28 February 2025: COP16 lands finance deal; More than half of nations skip key nature pledge; UK eyes cost-saving emissions plan Welcome to Carbon Brief’s DeBriefed. An essential guide to the week’s key developments relating to climate... Carbon Brief · 28 Feb 2025 Industry news COP16: Key outcomes agreed at the resumed UN biodiversity conference in Rome Countries have agreed at the resumed COP16 talks in Rome to a strategy for “mobilising”... Carbon Brief · 28 Feb 2025 Industry news Public Participation: The missing piece of the puzzle to increase resilience and reach net zero Angela Terry MSc MEI, CEO of One Home and Net Zero Energy Pioneer 2024 discusses the importance of public engagement in delivering net zero. Aldersgate Group · 28 Feb 2025 Industry news March 2025 The Joys and Challenges of Working with Reclaimed Wood. Working with reclaimed wood takes care and creativity but yields great results, much like working with a diverse range of people. We hear from some of our woodworkers about what reclaimed wood means to them, and also learn about fun days out at the Aldingbourne Country Centre, home of Wood@Aldingbourne. Community Wood Recycling · 28 Feb 2025 Industry news Emmaus UK ensures lived experience is at the heart of new supported housing legislation Emmaus UK welcomes last week’s launch of the government consultation on the Supported Housing (Regulatory Oversight) Act, which will introduce new national standards and licensing arrangements for supported exempt accommodation. ... Emmaus UK · 28 Feb 2025 Industry news February 2025 Highlights Hello! This page is only available to members. 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