Recycling news: 2025

Industry news Our 2026 Award Sponsors - Foodservice Packaging Association Foodservice Packaging Association · 7 Nov 2025 Industry news Display event - NHS Waste Managers Training - Cohort 14 - CIWM CIWM (Chartered Institution of Wastes Management) · 7 Nov 2025 Industry news Natural England launches new strategy linking nature recovery and economic growth Natural England has unveiled a new corporate strategy that aims to place nature at the heart of England's future growth, health, and security. Open Access Government — Environment · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Waste Framework Directive: EU Textiles – new rules are coming The EU has confirmed major updates to its Waste Framework Directive, introducing mandatory Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for textiles from 2027. In this blog, we explore what the new rules mean for textile producers, retailers, and e-commerce platforms, and how your business can prepare to stay compliant and competitive. Valpak · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Blaze breaks out at Ward Recycling as sector faces series of fires A fire at Ward Recycling Centre in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, has broken out this morning (6 November 2025), as the sector continues to be disrupted by repeated incidents. Emergency services were called to the facility on Griffon Road at around 11am after nearby residents reported thick black smoke rising from the site. Derbyshire Fire and Rescue … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news THE FRIDAY DIGEST: Beans, beans, good for your heart We won’t spoil your morning porridge by completing the playground rhyme in its entirety, but suffice it to say that beans are having their moment in the sun. This week, bean enthusiasts from across the worlds of academia, civil society and business came together in London to officially kick-start a three-year Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news EMF calls for plastic laggards to step up Businesses that are failing to act on plastic waste have been urged to step up and help build a circular economy. In the latest update to its Global Commitment 2030, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation (EMF) called out the 80% of global businesses that have yet to publicly step forward to tackle Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Hospitality supports push for healthier workplaces Businesses including Nando’s, Burger King and Tesco are supporting a new government push to tackle a rising tide of ill health by building healthier, more resilient workplaces. The trio are part of a group of more than 60 early adopters, described by the UK Government as “vanguards”, who will develop Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Ministers urged to set self-sufficiency goal The UK should aim for 75% self-sufficiency in food production by 2050, according to a group of MPs who have warned that UK agricultural productivity growth has stalled. The All Party Parliamentary Group on Science and Technology in Agriculture (APPGSTA) this week expressed alarm at the findings Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news DATAPOINT This week’s eye-catching numbers feature concerns over UK agricultural productivity, warnings over climate inaction ahead of COP30, an opportunity for foodservice to serve more beans, and global success for a local bagel restaurant.30:50:50. A group of MPs is urging the UK Government to embed Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Government urged to act on Radon, the ‘Invisible Killer’ The UK Radon Association (UKRA) has written to Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting to demand government intervention against radon gas, which is responsible for over 1,100 lung cancer deaths annually in the UK. The letter, timed to coincide with Radon Awareness Week 2025 – which carries the theme ‘Invisible Gas, Visible Risk’ – […] Air Quality News · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Europcar builds on commitment to sustainable motoring with The Green Parts Specialists partnership Europcar Mobility Group UK has joined forces with The Green Parts Specialists, powered by Copart, an industry leader in used and salvage car auctions, for the provision of green parts to sustainably repair Europcar vehicles. ATF Professional · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Shannon Nordstrom Becomes President of Automotive Recyclers Association Professional automotive recycler Shannon Nordstrom of Nordstrom Automotive in Garretson, South Dakota, was recently welcomed as the new President of the Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA). Nordstrom was formally confirmed as President on October 17, 2025, during the Association’s 82nd Annual Convention and Exposition in Birmingham, Alabama. Nordstrom has been an active ARA volunteer for man… Auto Recycling World · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Hydropac appoints new commercial manager TEMPERATURE-controlled packaging specialist Hydropac has announced the appointment of Francisco Azeredo as commercial manager. Francisco has over 20 years’ experience in airline cargo sales. In his new role, he will be tasked with optimising Hydropac’s cold chain performance using its ice pack solutions for temperature-sensitive products. Hydropac said Francisco’s knowledge of GDP compliance an… Packaging Scotland · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Statement re: Griffon Road Fire – 06 November 2025 ”We are saddened to confirm that a fire started at our metal recycling and waste management facility on Griffon Road... Ward Recycling · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news A Defining Year for Raw2k: Growth, Innovation, and Record Results 2025 has been a defining year for Raw2k, marked by significant growth in the vehicle auction market and an unprecedented increase in brand awareness. ATF Professional · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news 2025 National Air Quality Conference – Report On Tuesday 4th November we hosted our sixth National Air Quality Conference in London, returning to Prospero House following its successful debut there in 2024. It’s safe to say everyone agreed that the venue was spot on. You can see Prospero House the moment you step out of Borough Tube Station, which is a lifesaver […] Air Quality News · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Dry coating from Anaphite reduces emissions Anaphite, the British technology start-up, has confirmed positive results from an independent third-party assessment concerning the life-cycle emissions from the company’s patented electrode dry coating technology process.If wet coating was replaced by Anaphite’s technology emissions of around 7 million tonnes of carbon dioxide could be avoided annually.Due to enormous ovens that dry electrodes… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Waste wood recyclers warn of ‘unprecedented situation’ as stockpiles grow The UK waste wood market remains “under significant pressure”, the Wood Recyclers’ Association (WRA) has warned. According to the WRA, stockpiles continue to build across the country and many operators have been forced to pause or restrict their intake. The situation may take several months to stabilise, despite some facilities resuming operations following a series … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Circular choices for a lower carbon economy The urgency of the climate challenge, coupled with the complexity of knowing what the “right” course of action is, can make reducing our carbon footprint feel like an impossible task, both for individuals and the organisations we work for. edie — Circular Economy tag · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news PackUK Update: Your Guide to Notices of Liability Under EPR The post PackUK Update: Your Guide to Notices of Liability Under EPR appeared first on Clarity . Clarity Environmental · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Stoelzle targets December restart of operations at Yorkshire facility following fire STOELZLE Flaconnage has announced that it is targeting a December 2025 restart of operations, following a fire at its West Yorkshire facility in July. Emergency services responded swiftly to the fire, with all employees being safely evacuated with no serious injuries. However, the incident caused ‘significant’ damage to the furnace and key production equipment. Stoelzle […] Packaging Scotland · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news ALDI LAUNCHES NEW RANGE OF FESTIVE CLOTHING Get in the festive spirit for less with the launch of Aldi’s Christmas clothing collection. Promising an abundance of festive fun, the range offers options for the whole family to celebrate in style. But, as with all Specialbuys, once they’re gone, they’re gone! For Christmas parties and those all-important photo moments, families can now dress […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Yonsei University’s breakthrough in solid-state battery research Researchers have broken the boundaries of previously developed solid-state cells to create a 5V version that addresses the technology’s safety and energy density limitations.Scientists at the South Korean Yonsei University applied a fluoride solid electrolyte (LiCl–4Li2TiF6) protective coating on high-voltage cathodes to suppress interfacial degradation between the cathode and the electrolyte.H… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news RAM reporting February 2026 deadline RAM reporting: the clock is ticking on one of the most significant compliance requirements facing large packaging producers. With the mandatory H2 2025 Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM) reporting deadline set for 27 February 2026, businesses handling over 50 tonnes of packaging annually in the UK face a critical decision: invest time in proper assessment Der Beitrag RAM reporting Febru… ERP UK (European Recycling Platform) · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Government to embed climate and sustainability across national curriculum The UK Government has confirmed plans to embed climate and sustainability education throughout England’s school curriculum. The announcement follows the publication of the Curriculum and Assessment Review, chaired by Professor Becky Francis, which was commissioned in July 2024 to consider how schools can better equip pupils for a modern workplace. Responding to the review’s recommendations, … R… letsrecycle.com News · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Vianode to build clean graphite plant in Ontario Vianode, the Norwegian advanced battery materials producer, has announced plans to build its first large-scale facility for low-emission synthetic anode graphite in Ontario, Canada.The project supports Canada’s role in the G7 Critical Minerals Production Alliance and aims to strengthen domestic supply chains for this essential battery material.Synthetic graphite is vital for lithium-ion batteri… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news UK waste wood market remains under significant pressure, says WRA The UK waste wood market remains under significant pressure, according to the Wood Recyclers’ Association (WRA), with stockpiles of material continuing to be reported across the country. Wood Recyclers Association · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Join our Team – Circular Economy Policy Officer Circular Communities Scotland is delighted to be hiring a new staff member to join our team as our Circular Economy Policy Officer. Title: Circular Economy Policy Officer Contract Hours: 0.8 FTE (28 hours) Location: Hybrid (Stirling Office) or Remote Salary: £33,111 - £35,299 FTE Duration: Immediate Start to 30 September 2029 Reporting to: Chief Executive [...] Circular Communities Scotland · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news UK DMO appoints new CEO to lead Deposit Return Scheme rollout The UK Deposit Management Organisation (UK DMO) has announced the appointment of Russell Davies as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Davies will formally take up the role on 5 January 2026. The UK DMO is the business-led, not-for-profit organisation responsible for designing, delivering and operating the new Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) across England, Northern … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news The Earthshot Prize announces 2025 winners The Earthshot Prize announced its five 2025 winners at an awards night at the Museum of Tomorrow in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Circular Online (CIWM) · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Selig unveils multi-layer barrier liner for industrial applications SELIG Group has launched its Safe-Gard Industrial liner, described as a multi-layer barrier liner optimised for use in industrial applications. The solution is said to offer producers a ‘cost-effective’ hermetic seal to PE containers. Safe-Gard Industrial has been designed to seal both aggressive and non-aggressive contents in agricultural, institutional, cleaning, pet, and motor care applicati… Packaging Scotland · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Britain’s largest BESS powers up in Essex The largest operational battery energy storage system (BESS) in Great Britain is now live, delivering clean electricity to the grid with support from Statkraft.Thurrock Storage, developed by battery storage specialist Statera Energy, is a 300MW/600MWh BESS scheme located at Tilbury in Essex. It has the capacity to power 680,000 homes for up to two hours.… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Government to add climate change education to school curriculum The UK Government has said it will improve climate and sustainability education in schools following a review. Circular Online (CIWM) · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news ‘Reset’ needed next week for COP30 to hold any legitimacy The world is once again coming together to plan, propose, broker, and agree supposedly game-changing environmental action and policy. But the UN climate summit has consistently failed to deliver much more than lip service. On Monday 10th November, global leaders, scientific experts, campaigners and lobbyists will meet in Belém, Brazil. The goal is to try and […] Environment Journal · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news The paint industry’s chemical legacy (and what comes next) Decorating homes and businesses comes with a big environmental price tag. Farrow & Ball’s Gareth Hayfield talks us through a sector desperately trying to move beyond PFAS and carbon emissions. Paint is more than just colour, it’s chemistry. From the pigments that give it depth to the binders that help it adhere and provide protection […] Environment Journal · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Asda expands school engagement programme after successful trial - Asda Asda corporate newsroom · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Diageo trims sales, profit guidance on US, China pressures - Just Drinks Just Drinks — sustainability · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news Life after: Escaping the Taliban Sara Wahedi was just four when she was forced to flee Afghanistan. She now works to hold regimes accountable via technology Positive News · 6 Nov 2025 Industry news CIWM Celebrates Trustees Week - CIWM CIWM (Chartered Institution of Wastes Management) · 5 Nov 2025