Recycling news: 2025

Industry news Hunter Luxury partners with Next on beauty advent calendars HUNTER Luxury has partnered with Next to create two limited-edition advent calendars for the festive season. After collaborating with Next on its 2024 beauty calendars, this year Hunter Luxury led on the structural and graphic design of the 2025 line from the initial concept stage through to production. The Luxury Beauty Advent calendar is a […] Packaging Scotland · 29 Oct 2025 Industry news Stronger PM2.5 standards in the UK would benefit heart health Tightening air quality regulations could significantly reduce hospitalisations for heart attacks, strokes and heart failure, according to new research analysing data from over 300,000 UK adults. The study, which tracked participants aged 60 and older between 2015 and 2019, examined how hypothetical reductions in PM2.5 might affect cardiovascular health. Researchers from the UK Biobank analysed […] Air Quality News · 29 Oct 2025 Industry news Recycling company fined £270,000 after man injured cleaning machinery Stonegrave Aggregates Limited, part of the Ashcourt Group, has been fined £270,000 after an employee was injured while cleaning a waste picking line. Circular Online (CIWM) · 29 Oct 2025 Industry news Eight fatalities recorded in waste and resources sector this year Eight people have lost their lives in the UK’s waste and resources industry this year, as of October 2025. In 2023, 11 fatal accidents were recorded, rising to twelve in 2024 – both higher than the previous five-year averages of five (2016–2020) and 4.4 (2018–2022). Commenting on the figures, Chris Jones, Chair of the Waste … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 29 Oct 2025 Industry news Israel-Palestine: the bereaved parents bringing hope to a divided land United by loss, bereaved Palestinians and Israelis are turning pain into purpose, aiming to build peace where politics has failed Positive News · 29 Oct 2025 Industry news Vote your favourite charity in Bryson’s “Recycling Rewards” campaign - Bryson Recycling Bryson Recycling · 29 Oct 2025 Industry news McDonald’s teams up with Arla Foods - Arla Foods UK Arla Foods UK newsroom · 29 Oct 2025 Industry news Why Walleys Quarry's closure may have backfired on the EA – and how the saga involves the Crown Estate - ENDS Report ENDS Report · 29 Oct 2025 Industry news What are the solutions to the problem of waste? - North London Waste Authority North London Waste Authority · 29 Oct 2025 Industry news ANNUAL REPORT - John Lewis Partnership Plc John Lewis Partnership media · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news RESPONSIBLE SOURCING - John Lewis Partnership Plc John Lewis Partnership media · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) – Valpak’s compliance help The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is reshaping packaging compliance across Europe. With stricter rules on recyclability, labelling, and Extended Producer Responsibility, businesses must act now to prepare. Valpak’s PPWR Core Service offers expert guidance, tailored resources, and a clear roadmap to help you meet the new requirements ahead of the August 2026 deadline. The po… Valpak · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news Campaigners up the ante on nitrites In a strongly-worded letter to the health secretary, experts have called for warning labels on nitrite-cured meats and funding for alternatives, as evidence grows of their harm. By Nick Hughes. Campaigners against the use of nitrites in ham and bacon production have ramped up pressure on the UK Government Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news Battery trains: How battery technology advances rail travel Battery trains are at the heart of this article, as Kevin Brundish, CEO of LionVolt, explores how next-generation lithium-metal and thin-film battery technologies are reshaping the future of rail travel – offering cleaner, quieter and more efficient alternatives to diesel.A s the UK races towards achieving its net zero emissions target by 2050, the path… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news LSFT: Past achievement, present standard, future necessity With safety under scrutiny, Carolina Cruz, junior policy officer at the Energy Storage Europe association (formerly EASE) makes the case for large-scale fire testing (LSFT) as a non-negotiable element of grid-scale battery deployment.Battery energy storage systems (BESS) are no longer an emerging technology. They are now a central pillar of Europe’s clean energy transition. By… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news As BESS deployment accelerates, safety measures must keep pace As global BESS deployment accelerates, Fike outlines why layered safety systems must evolve to meet the growing risk of thermal runaway.It’s no secret that battery energy storage systems (BESS) are becoming a cornerstone of today’s power generation, as they are often required to capture renewable energy from wind and solar, manage peak demand on the… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news The Evolution of the OPRL Recycling Label Explore the evolution of the OPRL Recycling Label—how clearer messaging, call-to-actions, and grace periods help consumers and businesses recycle right in the UK. OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news General stats slides, October 2025 The post General stats slides, October 2025 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news Ablic rolls out battery-less leak sensor Ablic has announced the commercial rollout of its Battery-less Water Leak Sensor in the US and EU markets.The sensor uses Ablic’s proprietary CLEAN-Boost™ energy harvesting technology, which converts microwatt-level energy into electricity suitable for wireless data transmission.Originally launched in Japan in 2019, the sensor has received positive feedback from over 80 customers. With FCC and… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news PVC 2027 - IOM3 Materials World (IOM3) · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news Why Hurricane Melissa is one of the strongest Atlantic storms ever The monster hurricane pummelling Jamaica is powered by abnormal sea surface temperatures in the Caribbean, which were made at least 500 times more likely by global warming New Scientist — Environment · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news John Lewis Partnership announces £114m annual investment in pay for its Partners - John Lewis Partnership Plc John Lewis Partnership media · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news Tackling the Energy Challenges of Waste Processing The post Tackling the Energy Challenges of Waste Processing appeared first on Powerday . Powerday · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news Downing Street must take action to limit data centre environmental impact Voters are concerned Big Tech is poised to take over energy and water supplies to fuel – and cool – Britain’s artificial intelligence and digital revolutions. According to polling commissioned by Beyond Fossil Fuels and Global Action Plan, 78% of the UK electorate would only accept new data centres being built on domestic soil providing […] Environment Journal · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news October 2025 Highlights Hello! This page is only available to members. Click here to login Existing members can be given access to our Members’ Area via their Account Owner or Manager. If you experience problems, or need help with this, please contact our Member Support Team . Not a member yet? Sign up here! OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news City Harvest: part of first London Overground Mural in 5 years City Harvest is proud to be part of Acton Central's London Overground Mosaic Roundel Mural. The first to be made in 5 years for a London station by artist, Maud Milton. City Harvest London · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news Hybrid biocarbon solution receives Make UK regional award This article contains sponsored content. Hybrid biocarbon solution ecoke, developed by CPL Products under Invica Industries, has won the Energy & Sustainability Award at the 2025 Make UK Manufacturing Regional Awards, recognising the impact of the approach in industrial decarbonisation. The award honours UK manufacturers achieving measurable gains in energy efficiency, carbon reduction, and env… Envirotec Magazine · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news Schneider unveils Boost Pro BESS Schneider Electric has launched the Schneider Boost Pro BESS, a new battery energy storage system designed to support commercial and industrial buildings across Europe with advanced energy management capabilities.The scalable Boost Pro BESS helps businesses reduce energy costs, cut carbon emissions and maintain operational continuity. Schneider Boost Pro supports the EU’s energy transition, whe… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news Global construction carbon footprint predicted to double by 2050 As the world prepares to mark UN World Cities Day on 31 October – a call to make cities more sustainable – a new international study warns that the global construction sector’s carbon footprint is on track to double by 2050, threatening to derail efforts to meet the Paris Agreement climate targets. In 2022, over […] Envirotec Magazine · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news Agency workers vote on whether to join bin strikes in Birmingham Agency staff employed on behalf of Birmingham City Council to vote on whether to join the long-running refuse workers strike. Unite says the agency refuse workers are being balloted for strike action over claims of ‘bullying, harassment and the threat of blacklisting’. The ballot comes after a video was leaked that appeared to show […] Circular Online (CIWM) · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news 60% rise in serious water contamination raises food chain concerns New data from the Environment Agency shows further surges in pollution events, potentially impacting crops and livestock. The official statistics show a 29% increase in incidents leading to pollutants entering Britain’s water system in 2024, or 2,801 individual events. Meanwhile, incidents defined as ‘serious’ rose by 60%. More significant cases of water contamination are particularly […] Environment Journal · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news Community Groups Come Together to Celebrate Shares of £55,100 funding pot Community groups and organisations celebrated their respective shares of £55,100 awarded through the 2025 Kirkby Neighbourhood Community Fund to support projects that enhance local wellbeing, improve the environment and support the community. Representatives from each group recently came together at Tower Hill Community Hub in Kirkby to celebrate their success and share ideas. The hub, - Contin… Merseyside Recycling and Waste Authority · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news Belgium leads as EU plastic packaging recycling tops 42% The European Union recycled 42.1% of all plastic packaging waste generated in 2023, according to the latest figures from Eurostat. The figure marks a continued upward trend from 2013, when the recycling rate stood at 38.2%. Belgium recorded the highest recycling rate for plastic packaging at 59.5%, closely followed by Latvia (59.2%) and Slovakia (54.1%). … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news Just one week to go until the MRF & Markets Conference 2025 MRF & Markets Conference 2025: Navigating Change in the UK Recycling Landscape 6 November 2025 | Heart of England Conference & Events Centre, Coventry As the UK recycling sector continues to evolve under new regulation and market pressures, the MRF & Markets Conference 2025 will once again bring together senior figures from across the industry … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news Fibre-based packaging supports brewery’s e-commerce expansion DS Smith has teamed up with the Privatbrauerei Hirt brewery in Austria to support the launch of a new e-commerce outlet. Beverages including award-winning beers, lemonades, vinegars, and spirits from Privatbrauerei Hirt are popular gifts for consumers in the region and are now being made available online. DS Smith has created a bespoke e-commerce packaging […] Packaging Scotland · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news Battery materials market to hit $250bn by 2032 The global battery materials market is forecast to surge from USD 77.49 billion in 2024 to USD 250.58 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.8%, according to a new report by Maximize Market Research.Lithium-ion batteries are expected to dominate the market, driven by rising demand across electric vehicles and… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news Zinc battery breakthrough boosts 1,500-hour stability Zinc battery performance and durability have been significantly enhanced by a novel electrode protective layer developed by a joint research team from Korea University and Seoul National University.Led by Professor Yu Seung-ho at KU’s Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, in collaboration with Professor Sung Yung-eun’s group, the study has been published online in Advanced… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news Vape Compliance in 2025: Key Changes The post Vape Compliance in 2025: Key Changes appeared first on Clarity . Clarity Environmental · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news Boosting the used EV market – what will encourage motorists to make the switch? Dougie Barnett of AXA UK considers how consumer confidence in buying second-hand EVs can be bolstered in the run-up to the government’s 2030 target for phasing out petrol and diesel vehicles. Only around 10% of Brits own an electric car, despite government plans to phase out petrol and diesel vehicles from 2030. And a recent […] Air Quality News · 28 Oct 2025 Industry news Sidel unveils square bottle design for still water with liquid nitrogen dosing SIDEL has launched Nitro Square, a new square bottle design for still water with liquid nitrogen dosing. The bottle’s structure is said to balance rigid sections with flexible, pressure-absorbing surfaces to ensure the square shape is retained while offering ‘new, creative and eye-catching’ designs. “The nitrogen-dosed water bottle market is largely dominated by cylindrical forms, […] Packaging Scotland · 28 Oct 2025