Recycling news: 2023

Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 27 Jul 2026.

Industry news UK Energy Trade Associations welcome the Biomass Strategy REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 11 Aug 2023 Industry news Suez marks 10-year partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support Suez Recycling and Recovery UK is commemorating a decade long partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support by launching a fundraising campaign entitled “The Big 10 at 10.” As part of this, the Suez leadership team cycled 330 miles over four days earlier this month from its UK head office in Maidenhead to its global HQ in … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Aug 2023 Industry news Quiz: how well do you know ocean animals? Play our oceans quiz and see how well you know the oceans and some of the majestic creatures that live there. Greenpeace UK · 11 Aug 2023 Industry news Shortlist revealed for LARAC 2023 Awards The finalists for the Local Authority Recycling Advisory Committee’s (LARAC) prestigious annual awards have now been revealed. The awards are now in their 15th year and will be held on the first night of LARAC’s annual conference, which takes place on 11-12 October at the Hilton Metropole, Birmingham. The awards ceremony allows visitors to recognise … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Aug 2023 Industry news Our impact on people and planet: 2022-23 Today, we launched our 2022-23 Impact Report – a celebration of the positive impact of our project delivery and business operations. Find out how we are working with our clients to create a sustainable world, and our priority areas for 2023-24. Resource Futures · 11 Aug 2023 Industry news Driving Towards Sustainability In an era where climate change and environmental sustainability are at the forefront of global concerns, here at Keenan Recycling, we have been re-evaluating our practices to reduce our carbon footprint and we are taking an innovative approach to decarbonise our vehicle fleet. As part of our sustainability commitments, we are working towards the goal […] Keenan Recycling · 10 Aug 2023 Industry news “Welcome – if belated – recognition of the value of biogas, but much more left to be done and urgently” – biogas association says in response to Biomass Strategy publication “Welcome – if belated – recognition of the value of biogas, but much more left to be done and urgently” – biogas association says in response to Biomass Strategy publication The Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association (ADBA) welcomes the publication, today, of the UK Government Biomass Strategy, and the recognition of the critical role that… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 10 Aug 2023 Industry news News in brief (10/08/23) With news on: HSE launches mental health campaign for HGV drivers; Unions criticise Caerphilly over decision to monitor residents recycling habits; North East Lincolnshire ‘working towards resuming normal collection’s; and, Thames 21 finds cigarettes are the most prevalent item in UK waterways. HSE launches mental health campaign for HGV drivers The Health and Safety Executive … Read More The p… letsrecycle.com News · 10 Aug 2023 Industry news UK Aerosol Recycling Initiative announces new partner Henkel, the leading global solutions provider for adhesives, sealants and functional coatings, has joined the UK Aerosol Recycling Initiative. Spearheaded by Alupro, the national programme aims to increase awareness and education to drive an uplift in aerosol recycling rates. With a legacy of more than 145 years, Henkel champions innovative and sustainable brands and technologies […] Alupro · 10 Aug 2023 Industry news Rishi Sunak: whose side are you on? The prime minister is responding to this summer's climate disasters with a sales pitch for the fossil fuel industry. But when the election comes round, there’ll be no hiding behind flimsy messaging. Greenpeace UK · 10 Aug 2023 Industry news Progress Towards 2023 Recycling Targets: Data released August from July Recycling The post Progress Towards 2023 Recycling Targets: Data released August from July Recycling appeared first on Clarity . Clarity Environmental · 10 Aug 2023 Industry news Countrystyle Recycling’s 2023 Photoshoot The Countrystyle Recycling team is thrilled to share a sneak peek of our recent photoshoot! This week, our dedicated team […] Countrystyle Recycling · 10 Aug 2023 Industry news A letter to the prime minister The government has said it will cease engagement with Greenpeace following our peaceful protest last week. Greenpeace UK's co-executive directors Areeba Hamid and Will McCallum have sent this response to Rishi Sunak. Greenpeace UK · 10 Aug 2023 Industry news Associations welcome government’s biomass strategy The Wood Recyclers’ Association (WRA) and the Renewable Energy Association have both welcomed the launch of the government’s biomass strategy earlier today. The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero’s long-awaited biomass strategy sets out the role “sustainable biomass” can play in reaching net zero and what government is doing or can do to enable that … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 10 Aug 2023 Industry news Awareness of climate change inequities persists among U.S. Many Americans fail to grasp the impact of climate change inequalities, with over a third believing it affects all groups equally, hindering efforts towards climate justice. Open Access Government — Environment · 10 Aug 2023 Industry news WRA welcomes Biomass Strategy The Wood Recyclers’ Association has today (August 10) welcomed the launch of the government’s much-anticipated Biomass Strategy. Wood Recyclers Association · 10 Aug 2023 Industry news Berry cites ‘low demand’ as it plans second plant closure Berry bpi has announced its intention to close its packaging manufacturing facility in Greenock, Renfrewshire, with the “likely loss” of 65 jobs. The company announced the move this week (8 August), saying it has seen “reduced demand” from a number of its sectors at the site. The Greenock site supplies a range of markets including … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 10 Aug 2023 Industry news REA welcomes Government support for sustainable biomass and recognition of its importance in getting to Net Zero REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 10 Aug 2023 Industry news Reuse Network Annual Conference sponsor spotlight: The Appliance Recycling Group A blog series shining a spotlight on sponsors of the Reuse Network Annual Conference 2023. Second in the series is The Appliance Recycling Group who is the Secondary Conference Sponsor this year! Reuse Network · 10 Aug 2023 Industry news Cumbria resident fined after waste found at recycling centre A woman from Gaisgill, Cumbria, has been convicted in court of a fly-tipping offence after waste which was found to have originated from her house was found “dumped” at a household waste and recycling centre. Carlisle magistrates court ordered the resident to pay a total of £206 on 27 July, Westmorland and Furness council explained … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 10 Aug 2023 Industry news Policy Paper for Scotland’s Circular Economy Bill 2023 Circular Communities Scotland 2023 Policy Paper for Scotland's Circular Economy Bill Circular Communities Scotland · 10 Aug 2023 Industry news Biffa bids to build composting plant at Eye landfill site The Environment Agency has launched a consultation on Biffa’s plans to build a open windrow composting (OWC) facility at its Eye landfill site near Peterborough. The planned 50,000 tonnes per year capacity plant will process waste comprised of biodegradable wastes from agriculture and horticulture, household collections of garden waste, plus wood, paper and cardboard, and … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 10 Aug 2023 Industry news Maida Hot interview ‘There’s still a stigma with reused luminaires’ In a Circular Lighting Report video short, editor Ray Molony discusses the reuse of luminaires with leading lighting designer Maida […] Recolight · 9 Aug 2023 Industry news DAERA Consultation on Emissions Targets and Carbon Budgets – ADBA seek industry views The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) on 21 June launched a public consultation to gather views on proposed emissions targets for 2030 and 2040 as well as proposed carbon budgets for Northern Ireland. The consultation runs until 11 October and aims to inform Northern Ireland’s approach to reaching net zero emissions by… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 9 Aug 2023 Industry news European Commission – Q&As concerning risk managment approach for BPA & other bisphenols in food contact materials, August2023 The post European Commission – Q&As concerning risk managment approach for BPA & other bisphenols in food contact materials, August2023 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 9 Aug 2023 Industry news WRAP report highlights lack of data on plastics in compost A report on plastics in composts and digestates compiled by WRAP has highlighted an absence of strategic data to inform current and future policy relating to biowaste recycling. The document, titled ‘Plastics in composts and digestates’ was published by WRAP earlier this month. It pointed out the need to reduce or eliminate plastic contamination. It … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 9 Aug 2023 Industry news News in brief (09/08/23) With news on: Recoup launces data collection initiative; Yorwaste launches reCYCLING campaign; Skipway commissions trommel fines plant; and, Defra reports ‘material footprint’ data. Recoup launches data collection initiative Recoup has launched an initiative called “The Litter Composition and Pathways Project” to promote data collection within the waste sector. The primary objective of this pro… letsrecycle.com News · 9 Aug 2023 Industry news MPMA Kantar data charts June 2023 The post MPMA Kantar data charts June 2023 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 9 Aug 2023 Industry news General statistics slides, 6 June 2023 The post General statistics slides, 6 June 2023 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 9 Aug 2023 Industry news Where are they now? Celebrating the successes of our 30 Under 30 Class of 2019 With applications for edie’s new 30 Under 30 class closing soon (11 August), we catch up with ten of the rising sustainability stars who took part in our first class. edie — Circular Economy tag · 9 Aug 2023 Industry news Groups call on Transport Minister to adopt RECHARGE UK report recommendations REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 9 Aug 2023 Industry news A Royal occasion for the official opening of the Carmen museum The post A Royal occasion for the official opening of the Carmen museum appeared first on Grundon . Grundon Waste Management · 9 Aug 2023 Industry news Cumbria crews to stage protest over agency staff Refuse workers in the Workington area of Cumbria will hold a demonstration tomorrow (10 August) over plans to give workers short-term contracts during strike action. Crews in parts of Cumbria have been on strike since 16 May in a dispute over pay and conditions. The dispute stems from a shakeup of councils in the region … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 9 Aug 2023 Industry news Conwy vows to fine residents who don’t recycle Conwy borough council has said it will issue £100 fixed penalty notices to residents who “ignore support and continue to recycle very little or nothing at all”. The warning was issued as the authority launched its ‘Keeping up with the Joneses’ campaign, focusing on those few households that currently recycle very little or nothing at … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 8 Aug 2023 Industry news Team Ward Smashes Some Football Goals for A Good Cause Over 50 keen footballers took to the pitch for our inaugural 5-a-side charity tournament in aid of Derbyshire Mind and... Ward Recycling · 8 Aug 2023 Industry news Revolutionising Data Collection on Litter: RECOUPs Litter Composition and Pathways Project The post Revolutionising Data Collection on Litter: RECOUPs Litter Composition and Pathways Project appeared first on RECOUP . RECOUP · 8 Aug 2023 Industry news Vintage fire engine is a hit for Colnbrook Museum The post Vintage fire engine is a hit for Colnbrook Museum appeared first on Grundon . Grundon Waste Management · 8 Aug 2023 Industry news Defra to launch ‘design review’ of EPR Defra has said it will be using the 12-month delay to payments under extended producer responsibility (EPR) to launch a “design review” of the administration of the system. And, the department has also said it is “committed” to consistent recycling collections but this needs to be considered “in context of the economic environment everyone is … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 8 Aug 2023 Industry news Extreme weather in Antarctica warns urgent climate action Unprecedented extreme weather in Antarctica foretells a problematic future as scientists warn of intensifying events triggered by rising temperatures. Open Access Government — Environment · 8 Aug 2023 Industry news 836 luminaires are reused at iconic Barcelona market A total of 836 luminaires were reused in a major lighting upgrade at Barcelona’s famous Encants flea market. Local firm […] Recolight · 8 Aug 2023