Recycling news: 2025

Industry news Clean air funding falls, while aid for fossil fuel projects soars Global funding to tackle air pollution is falling, even as the world faces mounting health and economic costs from toxic air, according to this year’s State of Global Air Quality Funding report, produced by the Clean Air Fund, Climate Policy Initiative and The Advocacy Team. Last year, the headline finding of the report was that […] Air Quality News · 8 Oct 2025 Industry news Charity retail - a new road ahead? - Charity Retail Association Charity Retail Association · 8 Oct 2025 Industry news Forecasting the future: using deep learning to optimise online grocery supply chains - Ocado Group Ocado Group media · 8 Oct 2025 Industry news Half UK top fish stocks ‘critically low’, ‘overexploited’ or both A new report offers the most comprehensive analysis of British fisheries as an independent coastal state post-Brexit. Published by Oceana UK, the research casts the rapidly declining health of the British Isles marine ecosystems in sharp relief. According to this assessment, half of the country’s top 10 fish stocks are now critically low (27%), overexploited […] Environment Journal · 8 Oct 2025 Industry news Yorkshire Water models sewer data availability An ongoing project with Yorkshire Water is taking a proactive approach to combined sewer overflow (CSO) management, shifting from reactive responses to preventative measures – crucial for both regulatory compliance and environmental protection. New legislation mandating near real-time data availability for CSOs, that came into force for England and Wales in January 2025, has prompted […] Envirotec Magazine · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Autumn 2025 Recycling Events in Focus October 2025 marks a pivotal month in the UK's recycling calendar, connecting the momentum from September’s National Recycle Week through to Recycling Expo 2025[1] (7th – 8th October), and culminating with International E-Waste Day[2] (14th October). Der Beitrag Autumn 2025 Recycling Events in Focus erschien zuerst auf United Kingdom (EN) . ERP UK (European Recycling Platform) · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Pasteurisation plays crucial role in award winning New Zealand AD plant MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Pasteurisation plays crucial role in award winning New Zealand AD plant An award-winning biogas plant which pioneered food waste collection and treatment in New Zealand has benefitted from using a dedicated pasteurisation system supplied by HRS Heat Exchangers. In July, Ecogas, which operates New Zealand’s first and only commercial-scale anaerobic digestion… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news COMMENT: ‘Heremade’ food helps recharge and reconnect A break in central Scotland helps me reconnect with natural food and (thanks to a bacon sandwich) chew over the writing that keeps me hungry. Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news jobmate to launch jobsafe incident reporting app at FORS Annual Conference jobmate, a leading UK developer of operational software and founded in 2018, is unveiling jobsafe, a workplace incident reporting app designed to transform how organisations capture and manage accident and incident data, with a specific focus on field-based environments. The new safety app will be launched at the FORS Annual Conference 2025, taking place on 23rd October at the International Con… Skip & Waste Magazine · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news One of Earth’s most vital carbon sinks is faltering. Can we save it? For decades, forest, grasslands and other land ecosystems have collectively absorbed up to a third of the carbon dioxide we emit each year – but this climate buffer may be collapsing far sooner than anyone expected New Scientist — Environment · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Barons Court Project: Ex-homeless turn art into global business The post Barons Court Project: Ex-homeless turn art into global business appeared first on City Harvest . City Harvest London · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Downton Distillery: Redefining Spirits Through Craft, Conservation and Circularity What began as a small rural operation has become a respected example of how circular design and ecological restoration can underpin a drinks business. Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news All Bar One recognised as a sustainability leader in hospitality With a mission to create a more inclusive and environmentally conscious experience for guests and teams alike, we have consistently pushed boundaries Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news News in brief (07/10/2025) News in brief including: Virgin Media O2 and Coventry City Council have extended their #CovConnects partnership for 18 months; Forest Green Rovers, Vegware and Grundon have launched a composting system for matchday packaging; SunSkips unveiled a fleet of pink refurbished skips for Breast Cancer Awareness Month; and CIWM’s Sarah Poulter has been named CEO of … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Factcheck: What the Climate Change Act does – and does not – mean for the UK The UK’s Climate Change Act is a landmark piece of legislation that guides the nation’s... Carbon Brief · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Think Energy unveils new high-voltage BESS range Think Energy Group has launched a new high-voltage battery energy storage system (BESS) range, tailored to meet the increasing energy demands and sustainability targets of industrial and commercial operations.The SiteGrid series includes five scalable models – SiteGrid X100, X200, X200+, X350 and X500 – covering capacities from 100kVA to 500kVA. These systems allow businesses to… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Driving Circularity Forward: Why the automotive industry needs strategic recycling partners now more than ever ‘Upcoming changes to EU law give car makers a chance to reassess their approach to recycling and the circular economy, turning compliance into a competitive advantage” - By Patrick Davison, EMR Director of Sustainability ATF Professional · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Auto parts theft: Mobilians call for traceability The Ministerial Statistical Service for Internal Security (SSMSI) published its annual report on Insecurity and Crime 2024 on July 10, 2025. This revealed 96,100 thefts of vehicle accessories recorded in 2024, an increase of +4% compared to 2023. These offenses constitute a significant proportion of property crimes, and their clearance rate remains below 7% one year after the events (SSMSI – An… Auto Recycling World · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news World Food Day: Sharing Meals & Building Community at the Abbey Centre The post World Food Day: Sharing Meals & Building Community at the Abbey Centre appeared first on City Harvest . City Harvest London · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Over 100 NGOs Launch Manifesto Urging EU Leaders to Stop PFAS Pollution CHEM Trust alongside more than 100 NGOs have united to demand urgent EU action to stop PFAS pollution. In our joint manifesto launched today, we warn that Europe is facing a PFAS pollution crisis that threatens people’s health and must be treated as an emergency. The manifesto calls on the EU to introduce a broad […] CHEM Trust · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Solar energy is now the world’s cheapest source of power, says new study Solar energy is now so cost-effective that, in the sunniest countries, it costs as little as £0.02 to produce one unit of power, making it cheaper than electricity generated from coal, gas or wind, according to a new study from the University of Surrey. In a study published in Energy and Environment Materials, researchers argue […] Envirotec Magazine · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Byproduct from chemical recycling finds use in rubber industry Char, a solid byproduct of chemical recycling, is being explored as a substitute for carbon black in rubber production, offering a new outlet for the material. Produced when plastics are broken down at high temperatures, char has until now been largely viewed as a secondary output with few uses beyond energy recovery. However, new trials … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Enphase launches IQ Battery 5P in India Enphase Energy has introduced its IQ Battery 5P with FlexPhase technology to the Indian market, offering robust backup power for both single-phase and three-phase systems.Designed to meet the demands of India’s residential and small commercial sectors, the modular battery system supports scalable energy storage up to 40kWh.Each 5kWh unit delivers up to 3.84kW in single-phase… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Pasteurisation plays crucial role in award winning New Zealand AD plant This article contains paid for content produced in collaboration with HRS Heat Exchangers. An award-winning biogas plant which pioneered food waste collection and treatment in New Zealand has benefitted from using a dedicated pasteurisation system supplied by HRS Heat Exchangers. In July, Ecogas, which operates New Zealand’s first and only commercial-scale anaerobic digestion (AD) facility […] Envirotec Magazine · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Communications programme launched to improve UK aerosol recycling As part of a pioneering initiative to improve the recycling rate of post-consumer aerosols, a creative programme has been rolled out across two local authorities to measure the impact of communications on recycling behaviour. Managed by Alupro and funded through the Aerosol Recycling Initiative (UKARI) in partnership with SUEZ recycling and recovery UK (SUEZ), the […] Alupro · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Three cities nominated in the Earthshot Prize ‘Clean our Air’ category The Earthshot Prize, founded by Prince William in 2020, has announced this year’s finalists which includes recognition for three cities whose are excelling in their fight for clean air. 15 Finalists have been announced, three in each category: Revive our Oceans, Fix our Climate, Build a Waste-free World, Protect and Restore Nature and Clean our […] Air Quality News · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Battery cell selection cut by six months About:Energy has unveiled The Voltt, a new cloud-based platform designed to revolutionise battery cell selection for high-performance electric vehicles.Built on the company’s validated cell model library, The Voltt allows engineers to virtually test and compare battery cells under real-world conditions – without the need for complex software integration.The platform streamlines one of the most … BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news The Earthshot Prize 2025 Finalists Announced The Earthshot Prize has revealed the 15 finalists of its 2025 prize who are in the running to win five £1 million prizes across five categories. Circular Online (CIWM) · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Grundon reshapes Board as Sullivan-Webb named CEO Waste management and environmental services company Grundon has announced two changes to its Board of Directors, effective 1 October 2025. Current Managing Director, Clayton Sullivan-Webb, will move into the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO), while Bradley Smith, currently Sales & Marketing Director, will take on a broader remit as Operations Director. Commenting on the … Read More The post… letsrecycle.com News · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Leeds project explores car access without ownership Families, friends and neighbours across Leeds are being encouraged to collaborate in a unique three-week experiment exploring new ways to access cars without owning them. The “Car When We Need It” initiative is part of a £7.8 million research project led by the University of Leeds’ Institute for Transport Studies (ITS), designed to inspire residents […] Air Quality News · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Reinventing rubber: Plastic Energy announces pioneering recycling breakthrough that could slash emissions The post Reinventing rubber: Plastic Energy announces pioneering recycling breakthrough that could slash emissions appeared first on Plastic Energy . Plastic Energy news · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news CIRQLR expands UK-wide operations with Sommers Waste Solutions acquisition Business recycling group CIRQLR has acquired Luton-based Sommers Waste Solutions (SWS), extending the Group’s waste management operations. SWS will continue to operate under its existing brand and management, offering its full range of sustainable waste and recycling solutions. The acquired company has operated over several decades, delivering recycling services to commercial and industrial cus… letsrecycle.com News · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Nature’s voice? Trees speak up in AI-powered experiment Trees are finding their voice in a creative AI project designed to spark empathy and raise awareness about the natural world Positive News · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news ALDI’S MINCE PIE RANGE STARTS FROM JUST 21P A PIE Aldi is set to pie-oneer the festive season with its much-anticipated mince pie range. Recently crowned ‘Own Label Range of the Year’ at The Grocer Gold Awards 20251 for its Specially Selected range, the supermarket’s selection boasts irresistible varieties for all tastebuds including new trending pistachio and booze-filled delights as well as a variety of Specially […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Can love be tasted? - Arla Foods UK Arla Foods UK newsroom · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news How Vestas is Making Renewable Energy More Sustainable - Sustainability Magazine Sustainability Magazine · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Salmonella contamination sparks dog food recall - Food Manufacture Food Manufacture · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Collaboration is key: How business and policy can drive sustainable agriculture With rising demand from the garment sector, the need for higher quality, more sustainable, and traceable cotton is urgent. Alison Ward walks us through the future of sustainable organic fabrics. Our world today is seeing the impact of climate change with increasing floods and erratic rainfall and droughts across all continents. It seems increasingly defined […] Environment Journal · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news ALDI ANNOUNCES OUTSTANDING TURKEY RANGE INCLUDING ‘CHRISTMAS DINNER IN A BOX’ The tur-key to Christmas success! Aldi’s latest range of tasty turkeys and irresistible sides ensures a fuss-free, flavour-packed Christmas feast, without breaking the bank. Savvy shoppers looking for a hassle-free choice will love Aldi’s returning shopper favourite — Specially Selected British Roast in the Bag Roly Poly Stuffed Turkey Crown (1.5-2.3kg). This turkey crown comes with […] The pos… Aldi UK Press Centre · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news ALDI LAUNCHES ITS SHOWSTOPPING CHRISTMAS DESSERTS RANGE FEATURING NEW GOLDEN NUTRACKER Aldi unveils its range of deliciously decadent desserts just in time for Christmas including brand-new centrepieces plus returning festive favourites. Kicking off the festive season right is Aldi’s NEW Specially Selected Hazel-Nutcracker (£7.99, 400g). A gold dusted Belgian chocolate shell filled with caramel sauce, digestive biscuit balls, mini marshmallows, and a hazelnut and Belgian milk […]… Aldi UK Press Centre · 7 Oct 2025