Recycling news: 2025

Industry news LondonEnergy: A period of transformation Libby Stonell, editor of letsrecycle, visits LondonEnergy’s Edmonton EcoPark to learn more about the company’s past, present and future. Upon meeting Jim Kendall, managing director of LondonEnergy, he is quick to acknowledge that the company might be best known for its Energy from Waste plant, but throughout our interview, it becomes clear that to the … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 27 Jan 2025 Industry news European cities face millions more deaths from extreme temperatures In Europe as a whole, the increase in deaths from hot weather over the next century will outweigh the decline in deaths from cold weather, but in colder countries such as the UK, temperature-related deaths will decline overall New Scientist — Environment · 27 Jan 2025 Industry news Reconomy makes two US acquisitions Reconomy has acquired two US-based companies – Complete Solutions & Sourcing and Waste Focus – through its waste management platform Lincoln Waste Solutions. New York-based Complete Solutions & Sourcing is a waste and recycling services management company specialising in grocery store anchored shopping centres, multi-family residential units and retail segments. Waste Focus, located in Massachu… letsrecycle.com News · 27 Jan 2025 Industry news Major food brands to participate in new returnable cup scheme across Glasgow Costa Coffee, Caffè Nero, Burger King and several other local cafes have partnered with environmental charity Hubbub and reuse start-up Reposit to trial a new returnable cup scheme across Glasgow, Scotland. edie — Circular Economy tag · 27 Jan 2025 Industry news Eleven photographs that capture our world’s beauty in close up From clashing stag beetles to a resting damselfly, winners of the latest Close-up Photographer of the Year competition Positive News · 27 Jan 2025 Industry news NAPA Auto Parts UK launches official eBay store, providing a greater range of vehicle parts and accessories eBay, one of the leading UK online marketplaces for automotive parts and accessories, has announced the launch of the official NAPA Auto Parts UK store. The partnership makes it easier than ever for owners to find and purchase a comprehensive selection of automotive parts and accessories, catering for all makes and models. ATF Professional · 27 Jan 2025 Industry news Artisan designer on BBC’s Money for Nothing is leading free workshops for The Reader’s Upcycling group Friendly weekly Upcycling group at Calderstones Park is looking for new members, launching a Saturday group and appealing for furniture donations. The Reader’s dedicated community Upcycling Group, which has been running for more than five years, is looking to expand and is offering free workshops for members. Two friendly and open weekly volunteer group sessions - Continue Reading Merseyside Recycling and Waste Authority · 27 Jan 2025 Industry news Allianz’s Efforts to Integrate Reused Car Parts Allianz Versicherungs-AG is actively incorporating reused car parts into vehicle repair processes, championing sustainability in the automotive and insurance sectors. By leveraging innovative strategies and partnerships, the company aims to reduce CO2 emissions, optimize resource utilization, and maintain mobility standards. This initiative aligns with Allianz’s broader sustainability objective… Auto Recycling World · 27 Jan 2025 Industry news Certificate of Registration - Jayplas Jayplas · 27 Jan 2025 Industry news ALDI’S SELL OUT CHOCOLATE PETS MAKE A MUCH-ANTICIPATED RETURN FOR EASTER — INCLUDING AN ADORABLE NEW ADDITION! After selling out last year and flying from the shelves, Aldi’s range of Dairyfine Chocolate Pets (£3.99, 150g) are set to make a return to stores from 30th January. What’s more, the delicious hollow chocolate dogs have gained a feline friend! Charlie the Labrador and Honey the Golden Retriever will be joined by Mabel the […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 27 Jan 2025 Industry news Rooted Environmental to form alliance with Eunomia Co-founded by Eunomia alumni, Mike Brown, David Gibson and Sam Taylor, Rooted Environmental has been announced today, having become operational in January. The new company has also announced its ‘strategic alliance’ with Eunomia. Rooted said it hopes the alliance will help to provide clients with services across the entire waste hierarchy. As part of the … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 27 Jan 2025 Industry news DRS legislation comes into force ahead of DMO appointment The Deposit Return Scheme legislation for England and Northern Ireland has now come into force, enabling the appointment of the deposit management organisation in April. Circular Online (CIWM) · 27 Jan 2025 Industry news DRS guidance: HDPE to be excluded Defra has released guidance for businesses preparing for the deposit return scheme (DRS) in England and Northern Ireland. Notably, the new guidance confirms that high-density polyethylene (HDPE) drink containers will be excluded from the scheme and that pubs and restaurants will be able to opt out of charging their customers a deposit. Although … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 27 Jan 2025 Industry news Transforming Recycling Practices at The Bedford Hotel The Bedford Hotel boosted recycling rates from 37% to nearly 70% in just over a year with Bywaters’ innovative bin press, phased recycling strategy, and staff training, showcasing sustainability and cost-effective waste management in the hospitality sector. Bywaters · 27 Jan 2025 Industry news 2025 – 2030 Our Five Year Vision Today marks a significant milestone for Repair Cafe Wales as we unveil our exciting new 5-year strategy, which has been shaped by voices from across our network. This plan reflects our commitment to reducing waste, supporting local communities, and encouraging people to embrace repair as part of everyday life. The document highlights ... Repair Cafe Wales · 27 Jan 2025 Industry news Disposal of waste upholstered domestic seating: the chemical burden on UK councils Waste upholstered domestic seating has been found to contain legacy chemical flame retardants banned under the Stockholm Convention. Following rulings from national environmental agencies, this waste furniture must be separated and incinerated. Though a step forward in protecting the environment and human health, this has placed extra resource demands on local councils. Fidra · 27 Jan 2025 Industry news DRS legislation comes into force The deposit return scheme (DRS) legislation has now come into force in England and Northern Ireland. The legislation passed a parliamentary vote six days ago (21 January 2025) with a majority of 277. The scheme will officially launch in October 2027, but the new development will enable the appointment of a scheme administrator – known … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 27 Jan 2025 Industry news Brits throw away £520 worth of food waste every year According to new research from Aldi, people in Britain throw away £520 worth of food waste every year. Circular Online (CIWM) · 27 Jan 2025 Industry news Government confirms Deposit Return Scheme will launch in October 2027 The Labour Government has confirmed plans to launch a Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) in October 2027, enabling consumers to return and recycle plastic and metal packaging containers. edie — Circular Economy tag · 27 Jan 2025 Industry news Major brand returnable cup scheme launches in Glasgow A returnable cup scheme featuring several national brands has launched today (27 January 2025) in Glasgow. Brands taking part in the scheme include Costa Coffee, Caffè Nero and Burger King. The “Borrow Cup” project was set up environmental charity Hubbub and also includes several local cafes, including Tinderbox, Sprigg, Kelvingrove Museum and Glasgow City Chambers. … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 27 Jan 2025 Industry news Analysis: Record surge of clean energy in 2024 halts China’s CO2 rise A record surge of clean energy kept China’s carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions below the previous... Carbon Brief · 27 Jan 2025 Industry news Domino’s’ electric delivery vans and a carbon-neutral fire station: The sustainability success stories of the week As part of our Mission Possible campaign, edie delivers this members-exclusive weekly round-up of five of the best sustainable business success stories of the week. In this week's edition, electric delivery vans for pizza chain Domino's, and much more. edie — Circular Economy tag · 26 Jan 2025 Industry news Project Lead - Everyday Plastic Everyday Plastic · 25 Jan 2025 Industry news Setting fire to a million acres of California could cut smoke by half As California expands its prescribed burning efforts, a study of more than 180 such projects suggests they are an effective way to reduce a blaze's intensity and smoke New Scientist — Environment · 24 Jan 2025 Industry news The world is on track for between 1.9 and 3.7°C of warming by 2100 While some progress has been made in limiting greenhouse gas emissions, we are still on the path for high levels of global warming New Scientist — Environment · 24 Jan 2025 Industry news Carbon removal schemes on farms could change Earth’s reflectivity Carbon removal schemes involving enhanced rock weathering should consider whether the rocks they use are lighter or darker than the soil, say researchers New Scientist — Environment · 24 Jan 2025 Industry news Sofa Disposal and Recycling - Mick George Mick George Group · 24 Jan 2025 Industry news UK live SEWAGE MAP - Surfers Against Sewage • Data HQ Surfers Against Sewage · 24 Jan 2025 Industry news JLR: Collaboration is key to meeting the UK’s ZEV mandate targets As it transitions to zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs), the UK’s automotive industry is striving to balance innovation, competitiveness and customer demands. edie spoke with JLR’s Reuben Chorley about how collaboration and innovation can drive progress. edie — Circular Economy tag · 24 Jan 2025 Industry news DeBriefed 24 January 2025: Trump leaves Paris Agreement; EU solar outshines coal; Tracing climate fingerprints on tropical storms Welcome to Carbon Brief’s DeBriefed. An essential guide to the week’s key developments relating to climate... Carbon Brief · 24 Jan 2025 Industry news New tool can track the environmental impact of our consumption habits As a wider population, we use products from places all around the globe daily, but we don't often see or consider the environmental costs behind them. Open Access Government — Environment · 24 Jan 2025 Industry news Waste to Use Challenge Winners Announced The Waste to Use Challenge, part of the Circular Economy Network project, has concluded with remarkable success, celebrating the pioneering efforts of green businesses in The Gambia. This challenge, designed to foster innovative circular waste solutions and create sustainable livelihoods, has awarded funding to three outstanding finalists. The Circular Economy Network, known locally as Dennakuw… WasteAid · 24 Jan 2025 Industry news Food and Plastics Pacts meet for first time in Mexico Representatives from 15 countries met in Mexico this week to discuss potential collaboration between the Food and Plastics Networks. “Pact Network Connect 2025” is reported to have been the first global gathering of the two networks – both of which were created by environmental action NGO WRAP. The three-day programme focused on addressing issues within … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 24 Jan 2025 Industry news WRAP releases FAQs report on textiles EPR WRAP has released a “Frequently Asked Questions” report on extended producer responsibility for textiles (tEPR). The FAQs report expands on several areas of tEPR, including the role of digital product passports (DPPs) and impacts on the charitable retail sector. The EU’s Waste Framework Directive is expected to be finalised in early 2025 and will require … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 24 Jan 2025 Industry news Cambridge moves ahead with Northern Ireland recycling contract Cambridge and South Cambridgeshire councils have confirmed that they will proceed with a contract to send some of their waste to Newry in Northern Ireland. The contract is estimated by the Local Democracy Reporting Service to cost more than £2.2 million in 2025/26 – which will be split across the two councils. The plan is … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 24 Jan 2025 Industry news How a walk in the woods is helping men overcome the stigma of talking about their feelings Those behind a national movement for suicide prevention are finding that the forest is a good place to talk Positive News · 24 Jan 2025 Industry news InMotion Ventures Invests $2 Million in Cyclic Materials, Extending Series B to $55 Million Cyclic Materials, the advanced recycling company building a circular supply chain for Rare Earth Elements and other critical materials, today announced a $2 million investment from InMotion Ventures, the investment arm of Jaguar Land Rover (JLR). This latest backing lifts the company’s Series B round to $55 million, underscoring its critical role in advancing sustainable supply chains for the a… Auto Recycling World · 24 Jan 2025 Industry news Fix It Feb is Coming! Fix It February: A Month of Repair, Not Replace! This February, we're excited to launch our first Fix It February, a month-long campaign to inspire people across Wales (and beyond!) to repair one broken item instead of replacing it. Whether it’s a faulty toaster, a ripped pair of jeans, or a wobbly chair, Fix ... Repair Cafe Wales · 24 Jan 2025 Industry news Green parts, the glitch in the Matrix David Punter, President of the Institute of Automotive Engineer Assessors, draws on his extensive career in engineering, insurance, salvage, and insurtech to highlight the challenges of integrating green parts into the automotive industry. Despite their promise for sustainability and cost savings, practical complexities often hinder widespread adoption. Through personal insights and real-life e… ATF Professional · 24 Jan 2025 Industry news Half of Emmaus communities welcome MP visits since General Election Half of MPs who have an Emmaus community in their constituency have visited since last year’s General Election. We have been delighted to welcome MPs from all major political parties... Emmaus UK · 24 Jan 2025