Recycling news: 2025

Industry news COP30: Key outcomes agreed at the UN climate talks in Belém A voluntary plan to curb fossil fuels, a goal to triple adaptation finance and new... Carbon Brief · 23 Nov 2025 Industry news UK innovation enables disassembly of LED boards In2tec, a UK-based sustainable electronics specialist, has introduced a technology designed to make industrial LED boards more circular, repairable, and […] Recolight · 23 Nov 2025 Industry news KKDC builds zero-waste stand for Light 25 KKDC built a fully reusable, zero-waste exhibition stand for the Light 25 show in London. The stand was constructed in-house […] Recolight · 23 Nov 2025 Industry news 2026 Award Entries - Foodservice Packaging Association Foodservice Packaging Association · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news Essentials Pack for Sustainability Practitioners - UK Green Building Council UK Green Building Council · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news COP30 DeBriefed 21 November 2025: ‘Mutirão’ text latest; ‘Roadmaps’ explained; COP finish times plotted Welcome to Carbon Brief’s DeBriefed. An essential guide to the week’s key developments relating to climate... Carbon Brief · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news Gallery: waste2zero awards 2025 The 2025 waste2zero awards recognise excellence in Waste Management and Prevention in the out of home food and drink sector. Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news Veolia to acquire US hazardous waste operator Clean Earth for £2.29bn Veolia has agreed a deal to acquire U.S. hazardous-waste specialist Clean Earth from Enviri for around $3 billion (£2.29 billion) including debt. Pending customary regulatory approvals and a shareholder vote at Enviri, the transaction is expected to close in mid-2026. Estelle Brachlianoff, Veolia’s Chief Executive Officer, said: “This acquisition is a major step in the … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news Undersea ‘storms’ are melting the ‘doomsday’ glacier’s ice shelf Spinning vortices of water trapped under the Thwaites glacier ice shelf account for 20 per cent of the ice melt. They’re expected to get worse as the world warms New Scientist — Environment · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news Copart UK recognised for outstanding work in employee experience Global leader in online vehicle remarketing and recycling, Copart UK, has been presented with the Gold Award for Best Overall People Appreciation Strategy at the 2025 Appreciation Awards hosted by Reward Gateway | Edenred. ATF Professional · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news Smarter Data, Tougher Action: EA Tightens Grip on Water, Agricultural and Waste Sectors Better data, stronger enforcement and greater powers are helping the Environment Agency to hold businesses to account, protect the environment and support sustainable growth, Chief Regulator Dr Jo Nettleton has said today (21 November). ATF Professional · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news Rogue waste company fined £1 million for running illegal site Fine against Lincolnshire catalytic converter firm reflects the 'gravity of the offending' with arrest warrant for director who has fled to Lithuania ATF Professional · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news Orbia Opens New Pathway for Cost-Effective EV Graphite Recycling End-of-life EV batteries are rapidly shifting from a challenge to a strategic resource. While attention has often focused on high-value metals such as lithium, nickel and cobalt, one critical material is frequently overlooked: graphite. Auto Recycling World · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news Ben launches new men’s health awareness training for the automotive industry On International Men’s Day (19th November), Ben is launching its new ‘Men’s Health Awareness’ training, providing employees across the automotive industry with a better understanding of the health challenges that affect men’s physical, emotional and psychological wellbeing. ATF Professional · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news COP30 draft fails to commit to fossil fuel phase-out In the early hours of this morning a new outcome from the COP30 talks was published, though 29 countries have deemed it ‘weak’. Following a fire and immediate evacuation, COP30 negotiations resumed yesterday afternoon which led to the presidency publishing several draft texts, including the main cover decision. However, the draft does not include plans […] Air Quality News · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news Shell forced to reveal true scale of Jackdaw’s climate impacts Fossil fuel giant Shell has been forced to reveal the true scale of planet-heating emissions from its Jackdaw gas field following a successful legal challenge by Greenpeace UK and Uplift. In the additional information Shell has submitted to the government today, the oil company calculates Jackdaw’s total emissions, including those known as Scope 3, could be as high […] Greenpeace UK · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news A year of CE marking The introduction of mandatory CE marking for batteries in August 2024 marked a major shift for manufacturing industries. This was the first serious attempt to bring all types of batteries, including portable, industrial, electric vehicle and light means of transport (LMT) under a single framework. Over a year on, Stephen Holland, quality, health and safety,… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news O-I Glass completes £150 million upgrade at Alloa facility O-I Glass has unveiled an upgrade to its historic Alloa manufacturing site following a £150 million investment in its technology. The overhaul, which included the rebuild of one furnace and the installation of a brand-new furnace, marks a step in the company’s efforts to modernise and decarbonise its Scottish operations. The new furnaces are expected … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news How hardware standards secures BESS infrastructure that lasts In this article, Timothy Huo from Southco explores the critical standards and hardware solutions that ensure BESS enclosures meet the highest levels of safety, durability and performance, safeguarding the future of energy storage.Ready or not, energy infrastructure across the globe is evolving. Power companies and governments alike are implementing new features to support alternative energy… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news Recycled Sizewell A concrete used in Sizewell C construction More than 15,000 tonnes of crushed concrete from the former Sizewell A power station is being reused in the construction of nearby Sizewell C, under a new agreement between both sites’ Nuclear Restoration Services. edie — Circular Economy tag · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news Are the SDGs still relevant? Food-related targets are set to be missed across the board, however sustainability leaders suggest raw data alone doesn’t tell the story of the goals’ value. By Nick Hughes. As another COP summit looks set (at the time of writing) to close without a concrete commitment to transition away from fossil Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news Putting small-scale fishers at the heart of the European Ocean Pact Sandrine Thomas, a Small-Scale Fisher, states the case for putting small-scale fishers at the heart of the European Ocean Pact. Open Access Government — Environment · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news Bromley shopping centre rings up major recycling award The post Bromley shopping centre rings up major recycling award appeared first on Grundon . Grundon Waste Management · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news Newsroom - Marks & Spencer M&S corporate press releases · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news ITEM Products unveils new Eco-Range ITEM Products has unveiled its new Eco-Range – a collection of paper-based, fully recyclable packaging components that are said to deliver the strength, performance and aesthetic appeal of traditional plastic parts. Ciaran Glover, director at ITEM Products, said, “Speaking directly with customers, it became clear that brands are under real pressure to remove plastic from […] Packaging Scotland · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news EA commits to inspection expansion as waste pollution escalates The Environment Agency (EA) has warned that a substantial uplift in inspections, enforcement capacity and regulatory intelligence will be needed to tackle the rising levels of waste incidents across England. In its Second Chief Regulator report, published today (21 November 2025), Chief Regulator Jo Nettleton, said that enhanced monitoring is now exposing “the true scale … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news HSE statistics show there were 6 fatalities in waste sector over past year Over the past year, six people – three working in the waste sector and three members of the public – suffered fatal injuries, according to Health and Safety Executive statistics. Circular Online (CIWM) · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news The truth about the closure of the Mossmorran ethylene plant ExxonMobil’s decision to close its Fife Ethylene Plant at Mossmorran in Scotland, risking over 400 jobs, follows a depressingly similar pattern to the closure of the Grangemouth oil refinery less than a year ago. Again, multinational owners have decided to walk away from ageing infrastructure […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news Safe spaces: the insidious legacy of asbestos in UK public buildings One of the most dangerous forms of air pollution is not being taken seriously despite it’s huge threat. Martin Guttridge-Hewitt learns how policy changes can help, but successive governments have been reluctant to act. 26 years after Westminster passed a total ban on one of the most commonly used fire-proofing and insulation solutions of the […] Air Quality News · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news Plymouth travel infrastructure awarded gold standard The accreditation recognises a new facility in the city which incorporates multimodal sustainable transport modes. Plymouth’s shared transport centre on Mayflower Street has been awarded a gold standard by the shared transport charity Collaborative Mobility UK (CoMoUK). The Connect Plymouth Hub includes a fleet of e-bikes, a EV car club vehicle, and set of […] Environment Journal · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news Where have bio-beads been found in the UK? - Surfers Against Sewage Surfers Against Sewage · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news Broken promises and palm oil – ‘no deforestation’ is failing and we need regulation - eia-international.org Environmental Investigation Agency · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news What went right this week: ‘a future free of cervical cancer’, plus more World ‘closer to a future free of cervical cancer’, UK music fans got a boost, and Denmark said no to social media for kids, plus more Positive News · 21 Nov 2025 Industry news The 2025 waste2zero Awards winners announced The 2025 waste2zero awards that recognise excellence in Waste Management and Prevention in the out of home food and drink sector, were presented at an exclusive dinner held at the famous In & Out in London’s St.James’s Square tonight. This is now the ninth year of this event which Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 20 Nov 2025 Industry news Top tips for a Green Christmas Preloved- Big ticket items, small prices Why not consider buying preloved gifts this Christmas? You can get low priced bikes, kitchenware and so much more from our Renew shops. New to Renew? Sign up to the mailing list, you’ll get 10% off everything in our online shop More stuff means more stuff to recycle We […] Recycle for Greater Manchester · 20 Nov 2025 Industry news COP30: ministers push roadmap to end fossil fuel reliance During the 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30), dozens of countries called for a roadmap to phase out fossil fuels. Media reports from yesterday (19th November) revealed almost 20 ministers from more than 80 countries had called for a roadmap to phase out fossil fuels, with Germany, Kenya, Sweden, Ireland, and the UK among […] Air Quality News · 20 Nov 2025 Industry news MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Renewable Natural Gas Facility Inaugurated in Iowa MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Renewable Natural Gas Facility Inaugurated in Iowa Avoiding 15,800 Tons of CO₂ Annually Davenport (Scott County, Iowa), November 19, 2025 – Waste Commission of Scott County, Linwood Mining and Minerals, and Waga Energy, in partnership with the American Biogas Council, officially inaugurated a Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) unit at the Scott… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 20 Nov 2025 Industry news MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – COP 30 emissions data highlights AD’s crucial role in climate policy MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – COP 30 emissions data highlights AD’s crucial role in climate policy By Matt Hale, Global Key Account Director, HRS Heat Exchangers Global emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) from burning fossil fuels have risen again1, according to data released during the COP30 UN climate conference in Brazil. This underscores the ongoing challenges… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 20 Nov 2025 Industry news Drivers Helper - riverridge.co.uk RiverRidge · 20 Nov 2025 Industry news Running on water: the business case for a cross-economy approach In this blog, Adam Young reflects the findings of... Aldersgate Group · 20 Nov 2025