Recycling news: 2025

Industry news Consortium aims to build a blueprint for zero-emission freight in Scotland Three of the UK’s leading fleet electrification firms have come together to launch ScotCharge, described as a groundbreaking new consortium aimed at accelerating the decarbonisation of Scotland’s heavy goods vehicle (HGV) sector. Backed by Transport Scotland through its £2 million HGV Market Readiness Fund, Fleete, VEV and Dynamon have joined forces to deliver a bold […] Envirotec Magazine · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Minister hints at green light for food waste reporting Hopes have been raised that long-promised requirements for large businesses to report on food waste will form part of the forthcoming circular economy strategy Could mandatory food waste reporting be back on the policy agenda? A year has passed since a group of more than 30 businesses including Tesco, Nestlé, Compass Group and Bidfood signed an […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news New FOI data shows air quality budgets cut drastically as campaign group calls for their restoration The budget for local councils to tackle air pollution in their area has been cut by the Government from £225 million a year to just £1.5 million in the last five years, according to new figures obtained by Mums for Lungs. The group of parent campaigners says this means it will take far longer for […] Envirotec Magazine · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Advanced river monitoring picks up three major awards Xylem UK has been recognised with three major industry awards for its advanced river monitoring technologies that support UK utilities in meeting requirements under the Environment Act 2021 The awards also reflect the growing importance of digital solutions in driving compliance, resilience, and improved water quality across the sector. At the Instrumentation & Electronics (I&E) […] Envirotec Magazine · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Amazon aims to replenish 200 million litres of water a year with new nature-based solutions partnership Amazon has launched a new floodplain restoration project within the Thames River Basin. The project, focused on the River Pang, is set to replenish around 200 million litres of water each year and create a ‘biodiversity sanctuary’ for endangered species. edie — Circular Economy tag · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Women the toast of the BMRA Annual Dinner 2025 Sue Howell, Charlotte Robinson and Stephanie Humphries were the prize winners at metals recycling’s biggest night of the year. ATF Professional · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Building a Greener Future for Asia’s Automotive Recycling Industry A review of the 14th Asian Automotive Environmental Forum (AAEF) 2025 and the 2nd China Automotive Recycling Industry Development Conference Auto Recycling World · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Collaborative project represents ‘new benchmark in luxury label design’ FINISHING equipment manufacturer A B Graphic International (ABG) has joined forces with Tomlinson, ALDUS API Transfer Technologies, Berkshire Labels, and Studio Parr to produce a collection of six luxury label samples inspired by the storytelling and elegance of Greek mythology. The MYTHOS project stems from a shared commitment to pushing the boundaries of print and […] Packaging Scotland · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Weir removed as part of River Medlock restoration The River Medlock in Greater Manchester is being re-naturalised by Groundwork Greater Manchester as part of the final phase of an 18-month project to restore habitats for local wildlife in the Medlock Valley, as the group explains here. Over the last few weeks, a stone weir and revetment wall have been removed at Lees Brook, […] Envirotec Magazine · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Wärtsilä Quantum3 passes toughest fire safety tests Wärtsilä has set a new benchmark in energy storage safety with its Quantum3 system, following the completion of three demanding fire safety tests.The programme covered UL 9540A unit-level trials, Large Scale Fire Testing, and Wärtsilä’s proprietary Active Ignition Mitigation System (AIMS), with each of the fire safety tests designed to replicate worst‑case scenarios and provide… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Festive Opening Hours Our facilities remain open throughout December, please be sure to check our festive opening hours. Bywaters · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news The Collection Conference takes place this week In just two days, local authorities, service providers and policymakers will gather at the National Motorcycle Museum in Solihull for the 2025 Collection Conference – a pivotal event for the UK’s waste and recycling sector. Taking place this Thursday 20 November, this year’s conference arrives at a critical moment for the industry, as the sector … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Packaging power: how digital printing for packaging elevates brand impact and loyalty With nearly four in five (77%) consumers thinking more favourably of brands with prominent packaging, according to Macfarlane’s Unboxing Survey 2024, brands are keen to exploit the power of packaging to boost brand perception and connect with consumers on a deeper, more personal level. Russell Weller, head of digital products, Domino Printing Sciences, shares insights […] Packaging Scotland · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news COP30 claims of ‘bending emissions downward’ bely record carbon levels Attendees at the UN Climate Summit in Belem, Brazil have been told we are beginning to hit the peak of greenhouse gas output tied to global warming. But the numbers suggest otherwise. According to the World Meteorological Organisation, the amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere rose by more than any other year on […] Air Quality News · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Tackling Marine Litter – Fishing and Aquaculture Gear A three-step approach to help for governments and industry tackle marine litter from fishing and aquaculture. Resource Futures · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news AI driving UK battery innovation A new UK collaboration is set to accelerate next-generation battery innovation, combining expertise in advanced AI and electrochemical research to drive industry growth and support net zero ambitions.The Science and Technology Facilities Council’s (STFC) Hartree Centre has joined forces with the Faraday Institution under a joint statement of endeavour. Together, they will explore AI-driven batt… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Students win CIWM Hackathon with circular deposit return scheme for clothing A team of early-career sustainability innovators have been named the winner of CIWM’s first academic hackathon, taking the top spot with a proposal for a circular DRS for clothing. Circular Online (CIWM) · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Can Energy Margin Intelligence overcome market volatility and ease fuel poverty? A new data platform is launching in a bid to help electricity retailers understand budgetary impact of every decision, before it’s made. Developed by Gorilla, Energy Margin Intelligence is a software category which claims to offer unprecedented forward visibility and control to domestic and commercial power companies. The firm – which itself launched in 2018 […] Environment Journal · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Bringing colour and sustainability to Charing Cross station with Glasgow Wood As part of ScotRail’s Adopt-a-Station initiative, international consultancy COWI commissioned Glasgow Wood to build some brightly coloured raised beds and barrel trains. With the help of Alzheimer Scotland and St. Patrick’s Primary School (COWI’s nominated charity and school partners for the Glasgow office), they’ve brought colour and character to the station platform and stairwells.COWI’s Glas… Community Wood Recycling · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Morgan Sindall Award for EMERGE Congratulations to the team at our Manchester wood recyclers EMERGE who have won a Climate Action Award from Morgan Sindall Construction & Infrastructure in their 2025 North West Supply Chain Awards. EMERGE has worked with Morgan Sindall on a number of recycling challenges; recycling almost 200 items of office furniture from its offices in [...] Community Wood Recycling · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news New Life Wood celebrate partnership with Cygnet Healthcare New Life Wood have celebrated two years of partnership with Cygnet Healthcare, a leading provider of health and social care to adults. Two individuals from the Cygnet residential service in Essex have been carving out new skills alongside skilled mentors - learning traditional woodworking techniques and creating handmade pieces from recycled wood. Cygnet explains: [...] Community Wood Recycling · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Our food supply is killing us because toxicology tests are failing In a new paper, more than 40 scientists from across the world are the sounding the alarm for what we eat – and claiming current approaches to analysing toxins are way off the mark. Led by Professor Gilles-Éric Séralini, the International research was first published in Environmental Sciences Europe and call for a seismic shift in […] Environment Journal · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Christmas at Community Wood Recycling Across the country our teams are working hard to use the wood they’ve saved from the waste stream to give their local communities a more sustainable Christmas. At this time of year our work to combat loneliness and isolation is more important than ever, and every collection we make and item we sell helps [...] Community Wood Recycling · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Dramatic images show where water and humanity meet Taken from the book Lo-TEK Water, these shots explore how traditional ecological knowledge is being used to create a more sustainable future New Scientist — Environment · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Johnson’s Scrap Metal under investigation after permit revoked A multi-partner enforcement operation has been carried out at a Southport skip hire business after concerns were raised that the company continued to operate following the loss of its environmental permit. Last week, the Environment Agency (EA), accompanied by Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service, Sefton Council and Merseyside Police, visited the Crowland Street premises of … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Record line-up of suppliers confirmed for Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026 EVENT organisers Easyfairs has confirmed that over 450 exhibitors are set to feature at Packaging Innovations and Empack 2026. The two-day showcase, to be held at Birmingham’s NEC in February, will bring together the full spectrum of the packaging community – from brand owners and designers to sustainability managers, procurement specialists, and innovation leaders – […] Packaging Scotland · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news ESA responds to Mary Creagh ‘whole system failure in the waste industry’ comment The Environmental Services Association (ESA) has issued a response to comments made in Parliament last week by Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Nature Mary Creagh, warning that her statement risks “mischaracterising” the waste industry. In an open letter sent to Creagh, ESA Executive Director Jacob Hayler stressed that while the association agrees the regulatory system … Read More The… letsrecycle.com News · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news How Scotland’s Sharing Libraries Set Membership Fees Scotland’s Sharing Libraries are transforming the way communities access resources, offering an innovative alternative to ownership through borrowing and sharing. These libraries provide tools, household items, and other essentials, helping people save money, reduce waste, and embrace a more sustainable lifestyle. However, behind this movement lies a challenge: how to keep services affordable a… Circular Communities Scotland · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Air is for astronauts There’s increasing scientific interest in air quality in outer space, which will be a vital factor in our plans to send people to the Moon and Mars… It might seem odd to consider air quality in space, given that – by definition – there isn’t any air in a vacuum. But when we send humans […] Air Quality News · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Can the ocean help capture carbon through mCDR? As the world struggles to slow global warming, scientists and policymakers are looking to the oceans for help. Open Access Government — Environment · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news What is cloud seeding and could it end the drought in Iran? Facing its worst drought in decades, Iran is attempting to stimulate rain by spreading seeding agents in clouds, but the technique is likely to have modest benefits at best New Scientist — Environment · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news From burden to benefit: embedding biodiversity net gain into stakeholder engagement BNG isn’t just a nice thing to have or a legal box-ticking exercise. Approaching the responsibility seriously and creatively can bolster local support, win planning and lift public trust in construction. For many developers, biodiversity net gain (BNG) still feels like yet another regulation which impacts on viability. Introduced by the Environment Act 2021 and […] Environment Journal · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Nottinghamshire footballers bag new shirt sponsorship A group of young Nottinghamshire-based footballers have bagged a new front-of-shirt sponsor thanks to a leading waste management specialist. Newark Town under-14s Titans, who play at Devon Park in the East Midlands, have recently received brand-new kits thanks to CSG’s Community Chest initiative, which seeks to support good causes around its 30 UK bases. Eurotech […] CSG (Cleansing Service Group) · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news ABTC to lead $30m US battery cleanup American Battery Technology Company has been selected by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to recycle end-of-life lithium-ion batteries from the largest battery cleanup of its kind in American history.The battery cleanup, valued at an estimated $30 million, centres on the safe processing of damaged battery materials and the return of recycled minerals into the… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news EPR Conference 2025 The annual EPR Conference took place on 12th November 2025, bringing together industry leaders, compliance experts and businesses to discuss the evolving landscape of UK Extended Producer Responsibility. Der Beitrag EPR Conference 2025 erschien zuerst auf United Kingdom (EN) . ERP UK (European Recycling Platform) · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Canadian and UK firms partner to develop sustainable bioplastics RENAISSANCE BioScience Corp is partnering with UK-based Biome Bioplastics Limited on a £814,000 two-year initiative to develop sustainable bioplastics. The Canadian specialist in bioengineered yeast for the agriculture, environmental, and energy industries will work with Biome Bioplastics to innovate sustainable, renewable bioplastic building block production using advanced fermentation process… Packaging Scotland · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Lessons from Grangemouth: how the UK should manage industrial transition The closure of Grangemouth oil refinery in Scotland this year has been more than just a local setback, it has become a political football and a warning on the need to plan for industrial change. What could have been a carefully managed industrial transition, protecting […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news 150-metre fly-tipping mountain in Kidlington branded an ‘environmental disaster’ Drone footage shows scale of waste, which has been branded an ‘environmental disaster’ by the local MP. Circular Online (CIWM) · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Fines for littering from cars up nearly 500% since 2020 Fines issued to motorists for littering from vehicles have increased by 495% since 2020, according to research from online used car retailer Cinch. Freedom of Information (FOI) responses from local authorities, showed fines have risen from 445 in 2020 to more than 2,600 in 2024, and 2025 is already on track to break the record. … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 18 Nov 2025 Industry news Amprius launches Korea Battery Alliance Amprius Technologies has announced the creation of the Amprius Korea Battery Alliance.This initiative is designed to expand the company’s footprint in South Korea, strengthen international partnerships, and diversify its contract manufacturing network, which now surpasses 2.0GWh of global capacity.The Alliance builds on Amprius’ established technical and manufacturing base in South Korea, bring… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 18 Nov 2025