Recycling news: 2025

Industry news VRAC.PARTS: A New Opportunity for Certified Auto Recyclers The landscape of auto recycling is evolving, and VRA Certified recyclers now have an opportunity to expand their reach with the introduction of vrac.parts. Following a successful soft launch, this new platform is officially live and available for use. ATF Professional · 24 Feb 2025 Industry news Construction begins on Medworth EfW facility German energy company MVV Environment has announced that it has commenced the first stages of construction works on its Medworth Energy from Waste (EfW) facility. These early stages will see “detailed” design and preliminary construction works take place. The site is intended to generate energy in the form of electricity and steam from over 500,000 … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 24 Feb 2025 Industry news Copart Reports Second Quarter Fiscal 2025 Financial Results Copart, Inc. delivered strong performance for periods ended January 31, 2025. In three months, revenue reached $1.16 billion, gross profit $525.6 million, and net income $387.4 million—marking significant percentage increases, with EPS rising 21.2% to $0.40. Over six months, revenues and profits grew similarly, clearly underscoring robust financial momentum overall. Auto Recycling World · 24 Feb 2025 Industry news Copart Reports Second Quarter Fiscal 2025 Financial Results Copart, Inc. delivered strong performance for periods ended January 31, 2025. In three months, revenue reached $1.16 billion, gross profit $525.6 million, and net income $387.4 million—marking significant percentage increases, with EPS rising 21.2% to $0.40. Over six months, revenues and profits grew similarly, clearly underscoring robust financial momentum overall. ATF Professional · 24 Feb 2025 Industry news Tamlite achieves silver EcoVadis rating Tamlite Lighting has been awarded a silver rating by EcoVadis, the independent body that assesses corporate sustainability and social responsibility. […] Recolight · 24 Feb 2025 Industry news Reuse Network and Hotpoint celebrate 10 years of partnership! Hotpoint has been a consistent and valuable supporter of Reuse Network since 2015, supplying high quality kitchen appliances through the Suppliers’ Suite scheme. Reuse Network · 24 Feb 2025 Industry news Revealed: More than half of nations fail to protect 30% of land and sea in UN nature plans More than half of countries have not committed to protecting 30% of their land and... Carbon Brief · 24 Feb 2025 Industry news ADNOC's AI Transformation for the Energy Transition - Sustainability Magazine Sustainability Magazine · 24 Feb 2025 Industry news Maintaining Momentum After ISO 14001 Certification Find out how to get the most out of your new Environmental Management System as you take full control over the reins. Anthesis Group · 23 Feb 2025 Industry news Arket’s clothing repair initiative and Lightsource bp’s 1.3GW renewable energy deals: 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, Arket’s clothing repair initiative, and much more. edie — Circular Economy tag · 23 Feb 2025 Industry news Basalt, biochar and compost, this farm is a carbon-capture testbed On Wilbourne Farm in Virginia, a carbon-removal experiment is underway to reveal whether different ways of removing carbon can be even more effective in combination New Scientist — Environment · 23 Feb 2025 Industry news New film offers first look inside Altilium’s cutting edge EV battery recycling facility Altilium was pleased to welcome award-winning motoring broadcaster and transport campaigner Quentin Willson back to Devon for an exclusive first look inside its new state-of-the art recycling facility and to hear from the company’s leadership team on its ambitious plans to deliver 50% of the UK’s critical battery metals from recycling by 2040. [...] Altilium news · 23 Feb 2025 Industry news Lewisham Litter Crew - CleanupUK CleanupUK · 22 Feb 2025 Industry news PackUK launched as the new pEPR Scheme Administrator Learn about the UK’s new Extended Producer Responsibility for Packaging (pEPR) scheme, led by PackUK. Discover key dates, reporting requirements, and how the initiative will drive sustainability, boost recycling investment, and create thousands of jobs. Stay informed on packaging reforms and compliance deadlines. OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) · 22 Feb 2025 Industry news Plastic Packaging Tax - Ecoveritas Ecoveritas · 22 Feb 2025 Industry news Services - Ecoveritas Ecoveritas · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news About us - Ecoveritas Ecoveritas · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news Privacy Policy - Ecoveritas Ecoveritas · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news How one farm is testing multiple carbon-capture tricks all at once Rock dust, compost and biochar can all help capture carbon dioxide and boost crop yields when spread on soil – but researchers are discovering they may be even more effective when used in combination New Scientist — Environment · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news Forum for waste sector launched in the North West Genee Consulting has launched a new forum to support collaboration and knowledge-sharing across the waste and resources sector in the North West of England. The North West Resources Forum (NWRF) will bring together waste professionals from local authorities, private sector companies and third-sector organisations. WRAP has agreed to support NWRF, establishing themselves as the first … Read More… letsrecycle.com News · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news News in Brief (21/02/2025) News in brief including: UKBIC has successfully processed Altilium’s recycled battery CAM for the first time; a Telford fridge recycling plant was featured on the BBC’s Inside the Factory; the CIWM has launched a free competition for UK primary schools; and DS Smith has reported that more than six million Valentines Day cards ended up … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news EuRIC welcomes Waste Framework Directive revisions The European Recycling Industries’ Confederation (EuRIC) has welcomed the provisional agreement of the revisions to the Waste Framework Directive (WFD). Earlier in the week (19 February 2025), EU negotiators reached an agreement for revisions to the WFD regarding mandatory food waste targets and extended producer responsibility for textiles (tEPR). Members will now be required to … Read More Th… letsrecycle.com News · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news ADBA Responds to Welsh Government’s CCUS Consultation On 21st February 2025, ADBA submitted its response to the Welsh Government’s preferred policy on carbon capture, utilisation and storage consultation. We have outlined how anaerobic digestion (AD) is an important component in delivering cost-effective carbon removal while supporting Wales’s decarbonisation goals. Our response strongly backs emission prevention over end-of-pipe solutions. AD pre… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news DeBriefed 21 February 2025: Brazil joins oil bloc ahead of COP30; US ‘pulled’ from IPCC meeting; Cooling cities with ‘smart’ surfaces Welcome to Carbon Brief’s DeBriefed. An essential guide to the week’s key developments relating to climate... Carbon Brief · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news The Textile Recycling Association is a Founding Partner of Textiles Recycling Expo! ​ We’re excited to be a founding supporter of Textiles Recycling Expo in Brussels and we’re thrilled to be able to offer our members discount to exhibit. For further information about the event click here. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/textiles-recycling-expo_textilesrecyclingexpo-tra-circulareconomy-activity-7297184438537371648-hij9?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAEaB4ZkBmaP… Textile Recycling Association · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news Why a SHiFT is needed in the auto recycling industry Chapin Griffith, Director of SHiFT, discusses the role of automotive recycling in reducing carbon emissions. With extensive experience in fleet retirement strategies, he highlights SHiFT’s mission to streamline ELV processing, support recyclers, and raise awareness about responsible vehicle decommissioning worldwide. Auto Recycling World · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news RB Global Reports Strong Q4 and Full-Year 2024 Financial Results, Forecasts Continued Growth in 2025 RB Global, Inc. (NYSE & TSX: RBA) has released its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ending December 31, 2024. CEO Jim Kessler expressed pride in the company's 2024 achievements, highlighting significant progress on strategic priorities and a solid foundation for sustained growth and value creation. CFO Eric J. Guerin emphasized the team's financial discipline, noting enhan… Auto Recycling World · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news IPCC’s special report on cities is its first with majority-women authorship team The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change’s forthcoming special report on climate change and cities has... Carbon Brief · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news Emirates transforms fabric from retired planes into schoolbags for children Emirates has launched a new project transforming retired aircraft materials into schoolbags for children across Africa, in a bid to promote circularity and support social sustainability. edie — Circular Economy tag · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news India: MoRTH Proposes 50% Tax Rebate on New Vehicle Purchases After Scrapping Older Ones The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has drafted a proposal to increase the motor vehicle tax rebate to 50% for individuals and businesses scrapping vehicles compliant with BS-II or earlier emission standards in India. This initiative aims to accelerate the phase-out of high-polluting vehicles and encourage the adoption of cleaner alternatives. Auto Recycling World · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news How will weight loss drugs impact foodservice? Research suggests people using GLP-1 medications eat smaller portions, fewer snacks and less meat. Nick Hughes considers the implications for businesses and policy makers. Can I ask you a somewhat provocative question? Does the key to eating healthily lie in regular use of weight loss drugs? Before you start screaming at your computer screen please […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news New report shows huge surge in numbers supported by Emmaus New figures released by Emmaus UK show how Emmaus communities and groups are stepping up to help even more people affected by homelessness. Data published today in an Emmaus... Emmaus UK · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news Reuse Network calls for more government support A group of charities are calling on the UK government to “act now” to support the reuse economy. A report from the Reuse Network released yesterday (20 February 2025) called on the government to “recognise and support” the impact of UK reuse charities in achieving the country’s circular economy goals. The charity argued that without … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news Flour power: the campaign to get real bread to more people Bread is a household staple, but many people can’t afford a proper loaf. The Real Bread Campaign is on a mission to change that Positive News · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news ‘Lush bread – for all.’ Placing affordable loaves where they’re most needed An additive-free wholemeal and white loaf is being sold cheaply to families in Bristol, many of whom are used to eating white sliced bread Positive News · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news Sainsbury’s to produce biofuel from its recycled food waste Sainsbury’s launches new initiative that will recycle the food waste produced by the supermarket to power 30 trucks at its Emerald Park distribution centre. Circular Online (CIWM) · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news Circular Communities Scotland Welcomes the Scottish Government’s Recommitment to Climate Action Circular Communities Scotland welcomes The Scottish Government’s recommitment to climate action, shared through the First Minister’s speech delivered at Glasgow Botanic Gardens on Wednesday 19 February 2025. Our CEO, Michael Cook, was in attendance to advocate for our members - charities and social enterprises leading the way in reuse, repair, and the circular economy in [...] Circular Communities Scotland · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news TRASH-CHIC – Aldi takes on London Fashion Week with new bin bag range Supermarket Aldi has today released a new haute-couture collection for London Fashion Week, made out of black bin bags. The new fashion line titled, ‘Trash-Chic’, has been designed to take aim at the expensive high-fashion industry and showcase that true style doesn’t need to cost the earth. Aldi teamed up with designer, Ethan Leyland, to […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news 1 million hours worked without safety incidents: How we built a safety-first culture for our manufacturing teams - Klöckner Pentaplast Klockner Pentaplast news · 21 Feb 2025 Industry news Top bakery trends of 2025 - Food Manufacture Food Manufacture · 21 Feb 2025