Recycling news: 2026

Industry news How a DIY worm farm can compost food scraps, paper or a whole kangaroo For those who want a little help composting, take a cue from James Woodford’s experience raising worms – both the small colony of wrigglers he keeps in a sensible bin in his city garden and the dumpster-sized worm farm he has that can turn even animal carcasses into nutrient-dense soil New Scientist — Environment · 3 Apr 2026 Industry news New ZDHC watchlist raises questions ZDHC’s new Chemical Watchlist aims to plug a regulatory gap on “substances of concern”, but critics warn its sprawling scope […] Ecotextile News · 3 Apr 2026 Industry news Packaging Innovations & Empack wins Best Event Partnership at Exhibition News Awards Packaging Innovations & Empack, in partnership with the BCMPA (Association of Contract Manufacturing, Packing, Fulfilment & Logistics), has won Best Event Partnership at the Exhibition News Awards. The award recognises a rare example of long-term industry collaboration that has moved beyond participation into infrastructure. For more than 20 years, this partnership has helped define how the UK … MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 3 Apr 2026 Industry news Aston University breaks ground on £40m energy centre - Energy Live News Energy Live News · 3 Apr 2026 Industry news EGA issues Al Taweelah aluminium update - Aluminium International Today Aluminium International Today · 3 Apr 2026 Industry news Glass deposit return scheme approved in Wales - Energy Live News Energy Live News · 3 Apr 2026 Industry news What went right this week: a ‘breakthrough’ for migratory species, plus more A ‘breakthrough’ for migratory species, Africa’s road safety ‘milestone’ and a quantum leap for solar, plus more Positive News · 3 Apr 2026 Industry news EU updates guidance on landmark packaging regulation reforms MRW EU updates guidance on landmark packaging regulation reforms Document aims to address compliance questions for legislation coming into force this year that will see ban landfill or incineration for certain materials and packaging by 2030 EU updates guidance on landmark packaging regulation reforms Neil Merrett MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news Tyre export checks expose lack of transparency MRW Tyre export checks expose lack of transparency More than half of shipments to India missed deadlines for Annex VII submission while over 90% of post-shipment forms were non-compliant Tyre export checks expose lack of transparency Daniel Bosley MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news Fashion resale undercuts the wrong brands Resale may be booming, but the data suggests it is squeezing sustainable mid‑market brands far more than the ultra-fast fashion […] Ecotextile News · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news DeBriefed 2 April 2026: Countries ‘revive’ energy-crisis measures | Record UK renewables | Plug-in solar savings Welcome to Carbon Brief’s DeBriefed. An essential guide to the week’s key developments relating to climate... Carbon Brief · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news Cullen finds solution to ‘unsolvable’ sustainable candle packaging challenge GLASGOW-based Cullen has launched a fully integrated, fibre-based transit system for the lucrative UK candle market. The system combines a corrugated outer with a precision-engineered moulded fibre fitment, designed to withstand the high-vibration stresses of last-mile e-commerce delivery. Designed together, Cullen explained that the two components perform best as a unit. Both are also availabl… Packaging Scotland · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news Analysis: Record wind and solar saved UK from gas imports worth £1bn in March 2026 The UK avoided the need for gas imports worth £1bn in March 2026 thanks to... Carbon Brief · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news Research shows cast iron pipes can temporarily ‘reseal’ Technical research commissioned by UK Water Industry Research (UKWIR) and conducted by the University of Sheffield has provided a breakthrough in understanding how and why cast iron pipes fail, according to the group. The UK water industry faces a unique challenge due to a significant legacy of grey cast iron (GCI) infrastructure, much of which dates back to the interwar period. The newly relea… Envirotec Magazine · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news China Briefing 2 April 2026: EV profits rise | Ming Yang rejected | Iran war Welcome to Carbon Brief’s China Briefing. China Briefing handpicks and explains the most important climate... Carbon Brief · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news ISEP launches updated GHG framework amid rising energy price volatility Coinciding with a time of heightened global energy uncertainty, the new Greenhouse Gas Management Hierarchy (GHGMH) has been launched today (2 April), providing organisations with a clear, practical framework for reducing carbon emissions – including transitioning away from fossil fuels. First introduced in 2009 and adopted by both the UNFCCC and ISO as global best-practice […] Envirotec Magazine · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news California SB 343 California’s SB 343 prohibits companies from using the chasing arrows symbol or any other indicator of recyclability on products and packaging. Anthesis Group · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news Q&A: Why the standoff between nations over the next IPCC reports matters The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change’s (IPCC) latest assessment cycle has been beset by disagreements... Carbon Brief · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news New Legionella Testing Selective Agar Plates Launched by AnalytiChem AnalytiChem, manufacturer of specialised laboratory equipment, reagents and consumables, has launched a new addition to its high-quality Redipor® microbiological prepared media portfolio. The new Redipor Legionella Agar Plate range offers a suite of ready-to-use, selective culture media options. These are formulated to support ISO 11731-compliant Legionella culture workflows, enabling enumerati… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news Resale still buoyant but challenges lie ahead Secondhand fashion is still racing ahead but ThredUp’s 14th Resale Report suggests the market’s easy gains could be coming to […] Ecotextile News · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news Ultium Cells to produce LFP ESS batteries in 2026 Ultium Cells LLC – the joint venture between General Motors and LG Energy Solution – has confirmed a major shift in production as it prepares to manufacture lithium‑iron phosphate (LFP) batteries for Energy Storage Systems (ESS).The move follows a $70 million investment in retooling at its Spring Hill plant, with production targeted for Q2 2026.The… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news The UK is falling behind the G7, but change is possible The UK under many metrics ranks rather favourable among its fellow G7 nations, however, a recently identified alarming trend has revealed a major shortfall. In recent analysis conducted by the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR), a prominent progressive think tank, it was found that among G7 countries, the UK fares particularly poorly in certain […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news InfraVia forms Supernova Power with UK energy merger InfraVia has taken a majority stake in Mercia Power Response and Balance Power Projects, bringing the two UK energy specialists together under a new banner: Supernova Power. The move creates a single, large‑scale platform focused on battery storage and flexible power, supporting the UK’s shift towards cleaner energy and long‑term net‑zero goals.Balance Power, founded and… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news Inside Reju’s €400m recycling blueprint Reju has secured €135 million in Dutch state funding towards a polyester regeneration hub costing up to €400 million in […] Ecotextile News · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news JARA Corp. and BBF move to link recycled parts trading systems JARA Corp. and BBF Corporation will link their recycled parts trading systems to improve sales efficiency, expand e-commerce integration, and strengthen competitiveness for member companies in domestic and international markets. Auto Recycling World · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news Analysis: How ‘plug-in solar’ can save UK homes £1,100 on energy bills Plug-in solar panels could save a typical UK household £1,100 over their 15-year lifetime, according... Carbon Brief · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news Tenders and contract wins round-up 2 April 2026 MRW Tenders and contract wins round-up 2 April 2026 Round up of awards includes Nottingham College waste management contract and council agreement for the design and installation of new MRF equipment at an existing site Tenders and contract wins round-up 2 April 2026 Joswin Corda MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news The Right Size from the Start – A Practical Guide to Matching Drive Technology to Your Machine – The instinct to over-specify drive technology is understandable, but it carries hidden costs, says Karl Walker, market development manager at industrial motion control specialist Beckhoff UK. Here, Karl offers advice to machine builders on matching drive performance to real application requirements, from basic conveyor axes thro… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news Veolia announces UK and northern European chief executive appointment MRW Veolia announces UK and northern European chief executive appointment Appointment will see engineering specialist experienced in waste, energy and circular economy projects leading regional operations as part of wider global restructuring Veolia announces UK and northern European chief executive appointment Neil Merrett MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news Pantum introduces new Vibrant 25 series New colour printer line promises speed, security and lower running costs. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news Flooding causes “temporary operational suspension” at CAM Italian lead oxide manufacturer CAM has had to temporarily suspend its operations as a result of flooding. CAM’s factory is in Fossacesia, in the province of Abruzzo. Yesterday, April 1, heavy rainfall caused extensive flooding in the region.CAM has released the following statement: "OFFICIAL STATEMENT:TEMPORARY OPERATIONAL SUSPENSIONIn response to an extraordinary natural disaster and resultin… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news New Transfrontier Licence Secures Recyclus’ Battery Recycling Growth The post New Transfrontier Licence Secures Recyclus’ Battery Recycling Growth appeared first on Recyclus Group | The UK’s First Industrial Scale Lithium-Ion Battery Recyclers . Recyclus Group news · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news Q1 Newsletter – April 2026 Member news - WEEE & Battery & Packaging 2026 Reporting Industry news - Circular Economy Growth Plan Compliance news - WEEE/ Battery update – Environment Agency 2025 data Featured article - PackUK’s Operational Plan for 2026-2027 Meet a new team member: Jonathan Stewart from Business Development Download Der Beitrag Q1 Newsletter – April 2026 erschien zuerst auf United Kingdom (EN) . ERP UK (European Recycling Platform) · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news New laws to change how firms can operate subscriptions The UK government has announced plans to reform how companies can offer subscription services in an effort to improve the consumer experience. Announced by the Department for Business and Trade (DBT), the new laws concern how easy companies can make it to manage or cancel paid subscriptions. DBT claimed the new measures could save UK […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news BCMPA Conference sees EPR payments land as new data reveals one in five packs incompatible with recycling The BCMPA, the association for Contract Manufacturing, Packing, Fulfilment & Logistics, Conference has turned out to be a significant day for the packaging industry with PackUK initiating payments totalling £1.4bn to all 388 local authorities across the UK’s four nations. Packaging News (UK) · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news British Glass pEPR evidence report highlights unintended impacts on UK manufacturing British Glass has submitted a comprehensive pEPR evidence report to the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA), PackUK, HM Treasury and the Department for Business and Trade (DBT). Packaging News (UK) · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news Vidrala 2025 results in line with expectations, in a year marked by weak demand Glass packaging manufacturer Vidrala has reported full-year 2025 results in line with prior expectations, in a year marked by weak demand and intense competition. Packaging News (UK) · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news The Omission of Aluminium is Indefensible When the UK is Trying to Build its Defence Industry The UK Government’s recent announcement to prioritise domestic suppliers across steel, shipbuilding, AI and energy infrastructure for national security procurement is both welcome and necessary. It signals a clear shift towards strengthening sovereign capability, building resilient supply chains, and recognising that industrial capacity is fundamental to national security. However, within this … MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news Ampack to showcase new dosing tech for low-foam aseptic bottle filling at Interpack For the first time, Ampack will have a stand-alone booth (Hall 6, Booth B29) at Interpack in Düsseldorf from May 7 to 13, 2026. Packaging News (UK) · 2 Apr 2026 Industry news Celebrating Consortium Member Cunninghame Furniture Recycling Company’s Impact Circular Communities Scotland is pleased to share our Reuse Consortium member Cunninghame Furniture Recycling Company’s 2026 Social Impact Report. Cunninghame FRC has been a member of the Reuse Consortium since 2019, selling quality–assured reused furniture and mattresses to North Ayrshire Council with support from the Reuse Consortium’s unique business model. Our award-winning Reuse Consortium… Circular Communities Scotland · 2 Apr 2026