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Industry news Anglian Water reports £1.1bn investment as AMP8 programme gathers pace Anglian Water has reported delivering £1.1 billion of investment during the first year of its 2025-30 business plan, as the company progresses what it describes as its largest-ever programme of […] Water Magazine · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news United Utilities unveils £30m plan to create a ‘spongier’ city United Utilities has announced a £30m package of measures to make Liverpool more ‘spongy’ by transforming the way rainwater is managed. With extreme rainfall becoming more frequent, the company says […] Water Magazine · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Ireland’s coastal risk challenge offers lessons for water sector resilience A major report for Ireland’s Climate Change Advisory Council, Managing Coastal Risks in Ireland, argues that the country must move beyond a largely reactive approach to coastal flooding and erosion […] Water Magazine · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news UK Government commits to greater debate on latest net zero targets Ministers have agreed to offer MPs a greater role in scrutinising its latest net zero plans following recommendations by the cross-party Environmental Audit Committee (EAC). Today the Committee publishes the […] Water Magazine · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Textile Exchange releases LCA polyester study Electricity and chemical inputs critical for climate impacts, with recycling benefits dependent on cleaner grids and carefully-sourced feedstock OAKLAND — […] Ecotextile News · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Committee welcomes progress on Lady’s Island Lake restoration and sets out 11 recommendations Ireland’s Joint Committee on Climate, Environment and Energy has welcomed progress in efforts to restore Lady’s Island Lake in County Wexford, while publishing 11 recommendations aimed at maintaining momentum and delivering […] Water Magazine · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Huge partners announced for Northumbrian Water’s tenth Innovation Festival Leading organisations from across the worlds of technology, engineering and data are once again coming together to support Northumbrian Water’s Innovation Festival, as the landmark tenth event returns next month. […] Water Magazine · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Guest post: How a record-high ‘energy imbalance’ is driving global warming The planet is heating up more quickly than ever before. For decades, greenhouse gas emissions... Carbon Brief · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news Taking metal-hydrogen to grid-scale storage Shortly after the company attracted $300 million in Series B funding, James Snodgrass spoke with the newly appointed CEO of EnerVenue, Henning Rath, about its transformation from start-up laboratory to grid-scale storage manufacturer. The world of international business never sleeps. And this interview is an example of this. While I was sat at my desk… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news How Beyond Batteries became the UK’s first commercial sodium battery company Soon after starting his new role as editor of BEST, James Snodgrass discovered there was a sodium battery factory tucked away in a hidden corner of his home city. So he went to investigate. It started with a message on LinkedIn. I had announced that I had been appointed editor of this august journal and… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news The methodology gap that is holding back the battery industry Decades ago the pharmaceutical industry recognised that sequential experimentation could not keep pace with the scale of its discovery challenge – and augmented it with a methodology capable of testing thousands of compounds simultaneously. High throughput discovery was that breakthrough, and applying the same approach to the battery sector will accelerate development of next-generation cell… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news AI-powered battery sorting From bottleneck to breakthrough: AI-powered battery sorting unlocks scalable battery recycling As the world accelerates towards decarbonisation and resource efficiency, the safe and effective collection, sorting and recycling of portable batteries has become a critical priority. Yet, traditional manual sorting methods, labour-intensive, error-prone, and increasingly challenging for workers to h… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news Enva announces ‘UK first’ automated fridge compressor recycling MRW Enva announces ‘UK first’ automated fridge compressor recycling Firm announces plans for further development of its operations in England, with Stourbridge plant set to follow recently announced Dartford development Enva announces ‘UK first’ automated fridge compressor recycling Daniel Bosley MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news Striking photos show how sands are encroaching on oases in the Sahara A photo essay from Tommy Trenchard explores efforts to protect the fragile ecosystems of oases in Chad New Scientist — Environment · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news Jinkeli’s innovations enable PbA e-bike batteries to remain competitive Tiger Ming Zhang of BEST spent time with Zing Yanchao, General Manager of Jinkeli and found that improvements in lead-acid batteries are reinvigorating the technology for use in the e-bike batteries market sector – the standard application for testing product viability.The main players and their predicaments in the marketThe commercialisation of China's electric bicycle (e-bike)… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news pEPR data accuracy: Reduce risk & cut costs Accurate pEPR data is essential to avoid overpaying fees and ensure compliance. Learn how better data management can reduce risk and unlock value. Valpak · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news Exchange for Change unveils small retailer DRS exemptions MRW Exchange for Change unveils small retailer DRS exemptions Support package for smaller shops set out by DRS management group offers new exemption eligibility and grants for acquiring reverse vending machines Exchange for Change unveils small retailer DRS exemptions Daniel Bosley MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news Study demands enhanced UK plastic recycling investment support Enhanced financial incentives to drive demand for recycled plastic polymers and improvements in material tracking are among measures needed to support vital infrastructure investment, industry research argues. Packaging News (UK) · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news Scottish Government charts fall in waste sector greenhouse gas emissions MRW Scottish Government charts fall in waste sector greenhouse gas emissions Updated findings note small year-on-year decline in emissions for 2024 as part of longer-term trend to mitigate environmental impacts of methane from landfill operations Scottish Government charts fall in waste sector greenhouse gas emissions Neil Merrett MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news Lead recycling and battery sectors suffering slings and arrows Farid Ahmed, CTO & CCO for Zero Carbon Technologies, discusses issues affecting profitability of the lead recycling industry in the US.There are plenty of global events competing for news headlines at the moment: geopolitical turmoil; trade disputes; military and ideological conflicts – the list is long. None of these problems exist in isolation and the… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news Exchange for Change Confirms Retailer Support Package for UK Deposit Return Scheme The post Exchange for Change Confirms Retailer Support Package for UK Deposit Return Scheme appeared first on Clarity . Clarity Environmental · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news GM to manufacture sodium-ion cells for grid-scale battery storage General Motors (GM) is entering the sodium-ion battery market after announcing plans to develop and manufacture sodium-ion cells for stationary energy storage applications in partnership with US battery storage specialist Peak Energy.The companies said the cells will be designed specifically for grid-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS), with GM retaining exclusive manufacturing rights w… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news M&S Food invests £30m in weekly shop price reductions M&S has cut the cost of over 65 everyday products across fresh food, store cupboard and freezer products, as part of a £30 million investment. The high street giant stressed… Grocery Gazette · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news Packaging Schemes Forum rejects assertions of compliance schemes adding to EPR costs The Packaging Schemes Forum has rejected assertions that compliance schemes are applying additional EPR costs onto producers. Packaging News (UK) · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news Polytag and MCC Global IML partner to grow packaging traceability capabilities through in-mould labelling A new partnership between Polytag and MCC is extending packaging traceability to in-mould labels, unlocking valuable recycling data and supporting future-ready recycling infrastructure. Polytag news · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news Co-op names popular content creator “first-ever” Wine Ambassador Co-op has named online content creator Liam D’Arcy (known online as The Wine Wally) as its first official Wine Ambassador. The collaboration aims to inspire shoppers by giving them more confidence to explore “new and exciting wines” over the summer. As part of the partnership, The Wine Wally will offer Co-op shoppers top tips and... Retail Gazette · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news ALDI LAUNCHES FATHER’S DAY RANGE INCLUDING HUGE GODFATHER STEAK AND NEW ‘FLAT IRON MAN’ STEAK Aldi is raising the steaks for Father’s Day this year with a mouth-watering range of premium cuts, meaning shoppers can treat their hero at home for less. Landing in stores on 15th June, the line-up includes the NEW Flat Iron Man Steak as well as returning favourites such as the Godfather Rump Steak—perfect for showing Dad he’s a cut above the rest. The Flat Iron Man Steak (£15.99 per kg) is an… Aldi UK Press Centre · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news Asda’s summer ticket giveaway: How supermarkets are ensuring rewards schemes stand out Asda Rewards has teamed up with Live Nation to give away 10,000 tickets to a host of UK music events this summer. App users will have the chance to enter… Grocery Gazette · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news Wex Photo Video unveils new rebrand Photography retailer Wex Photo Video has undergone a rebrand, shifting from a “product-focused retailer to an experience driven destination” for content creators. Wex Photo Video partnered with independent creative agency Mynt to refresh its brand narrative, rebuild its messaging framework and create an overarching creative platform. Its new platform is designed around human connection, service... Retail Gazette · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news World’s Longest-Range Aircraft, the Airbus A350-1000ULR Takes to the Skies The A350-1000ULR (MSN 707), the first of 12 aircraft ordered by Qantas has completed its first flight in Toulouse, France. The aircraft, fitted with special flight test instrumentation, flew for three hours 43 minutes reaching an altitude of slightly above 41,000 feet. The aircraft was flown by a dedicated Airbus Fli ght Test crew. The A350-1000ULR is being developed for Qantas Airways to enabl… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news Five Essential Rules for Cleaning Screens Safely Screens have become an essential part of modern workplaces. From touchscreen control panels and machine interfaces to digital signage, monitors and information displays, screens are used throughout factories, warehouses, offices, reception areas and industrial facilities. Keeping these screens clean is important not only for appearance but also for visibility, productivity and hygiene explains … MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news How the EU turned the Paris Agreement into a market-shaping regulatory system Explore a decade of climate lawmaking, detailing how the EU turned the Paris Agreement into a market-shaping regulatory system. Open Access Government — Environment · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news A nuclear war between India and Pakistan could destroy the ozone layer Climate models suggest a small nuclear war in the tropics would do even more damage to the ozone layer than a larger nuclear war in more northerly latitudes, increasing exposure to dangerous ultraviolet radiation all over the world New Scientist — Environment · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news HSE partners with Automate UK on new cobot initiative THE Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is to partner with Automate UK and the Manufacturing Technology Centre to create new guidance on how cobots can safely work alongside humans. Part of an initiative between HSE and the Regulatory Innovation Office (RIO), the guidance will look to support the safe and responsible adoption of robotics in […] Packaging Scotland · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news Valentina Varini is the new President of the Automobile Dismantling Association Valentina Varini has been elected of the Automobile Dismantling Association, succeeding Anselmo Calò and setting out ADA’s priorities for circularity, ELV recycling and stronger industry collaboration. Auto Recycling World · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news Digital waste tracking moves into public beta: what UK ATFs need to prepare for Defra’s digital waste tracking service has entered public beta, marking a major step towards live waste data and stronger traceability. For UK ATFs, the priority now is preparation: clean data, software readiness and staff training before mandatory use begins in October 2026. ATF Professional · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news Appointments Round-Up (10/06/2026) Appointments round-up, featuring CIWM, Environment Agency, Western Riverside Waste Authority, Epoch Biodesign and Cheshire West Recycling. Second-ever early careers president joins CIWM Presidential Team CIWM has announced the appointment of Emma Mulligan as its new Early Careers President, succeeding Charlotte Davies ahead of the institution’s new presidential term. Mulligan joins the Presiden… letsrecycle.com News · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news The UK’s AI future depends on more than compute There is a growing disconnect between Britain’s AI ambitions and the reality of how organisations are deploying AI. With the £500m Sovereign AI Fund launched in April 2026 and a further £2bn to upgrade AI and quantum capabilities, the UK is positioning itself as a global AI leader. Yet many companies are building AI services on […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news Luxardo removes frosted glass finish from Limoncello bottle LUXARDO has unveiled a new look for its Limoncello liqueur bottle. The traditional frosted bottle has been replaced by a vertically fluted design that aims to elevate its aesthetic and reduce its carbon footprint. Luxardo claimed the redesign proves that high end luxury and environmental responsibility can be compatible. By removing the energy intensive chemical […] Packaging Scotland · 10 Jun 2026 Industry news A lawyer’s perspective on the PPWR With the PPWR just a few months away from fully coming into force, organisations across the packaging value chain are working to understand how they can be compliant. We spoke with three partners at multinational law firm Eversheds Sutherland – Annamaria Tothova, Monika Zejden-Erdmann, and Dominique Strieder – to discuss ... Packaging Europe · 10 Jun 2026