Recycling news: 2024
Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 29 Jul 2026.
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The International Composites Summit Unveils its Two-Day Speaker Programme
The post The International Composites Summit Unveils its Two-Day Speaker Programme appeared first on RECOUP .
RECOUP · 31 Jul 2024
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Repair Cafe Wales AGM- June 2024
Many thanks to those who attended our AGM on 20th June 2024. Please find the minutes below. Date: 20th June Time: 6pm Place: Held online to allow volunteers and stakeholders from across Wales to join AGENDA Welcome Organizational Structure Growth and Progress Finances Strategy and plans Q&A Welcome Welcome to the Repair Cafe Wales ...
Repair Cafe Wales · 31 Jul 2024
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Glasgow’s Garden of Eden
Glasgow Wood have been working with SWG3, an independent venue in Scotland, to create an urban paradise. Formerly a galvanizers' yard and a clutch of warehouses servicing the Clyde, SWG3’s post-industrial site is a collection of spaces alive with art, design, music, fashion, food, shopping and nightlife, and the space outside has not been [...]
Community Wood Recycling · 31 Jul 2024
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Jericho’s Rusty Banger Challenge
This past weekend Richard Beard, the CEO of JERICHO (the parent charity of Birmingham enterprise The Wood Shack) embarked with his friend Simon on an extraordinary journey. They purchased a 23-year-old Toyota MR2, a car that was barely functional, for just £500 over the phone. Their mission? To restore this rusty vehicle and drive it across [...]
Community Wood Recycling · 31 Jul 2024
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How can GIS Mapping transform how we use data?
Geographic information systems (GIS) provide a more visual way of understanding data. But how can GIS maps help to bring about sustainable outcomes?
Resource Futures · 31 Jul 2024
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Trillions of microplastics are released monthly by a common cleaning product
A new study published in the Environmental Science & Technology journal has brought to light the significant environmental impact of a widely used household cleaning product: melamine foam sponges Known for their ability to remove tough stains with ease, these sponges, popularly marketed under various brand names, are now found to release trillions of microplastic […]
Open Access Government — Environment · 31 Jul 2024
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What’s the single most inspiring thing anybody has said to you?
We want to know: what wise words have positively impacted your life?
Positive News · 31 Jul 2024
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SUEZ and Greater Manchester agree £1 billion contract extension
Greater Manchester Combined Authority has signed an eight-year extension to its waste and recycling contracts with SUEZ recycling and recovery UK worth over £1 billion. The largest waste disposal authority in the United Kingdom Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) signed an initial 7-year contract with SUEZ in 2019. With this extension, SUEZ will provide waste […]
Circular Online (CIWM) · 31 Jul 2024
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August 2024
Five of our Favourite Things. We share a few of the things that have put a smile on our faces this month, as well as our Edinburgh enterprise Move On Wood Recycling's fantastic 'Building Brighter Futures' training course for young people.
Community Wood Recycling · 31 Jul 2024
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The Dangers of Battery Disposal
Batteries are everywhere, powering many of the devices that are essential to modern life. However, the majority of fires in the waste management industry are caused by the incorrect disposal of batteries. This is why Bywaters works closely with our clients to provide safe and sustainable battery recycling solutions.
Bywaters · 31 Jul 2024
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Doyle Machinery thanks Enva for purchase of Arjes TITAN 900 shredder
Doyle Machinery has thanked Enva for the recent purchase of the Arjes TITAN 900 shredder. The machine was incorporated into Enva’s processing plant at Tilbury to shred waste wood down to 100ml biomass product for export.
Wood Recyclers Association · 31 Jul 2024
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enfinium awards £4.7k+ to local repair cafés
enfinium has awarded four repair cafés near its Kelvin facility in Sandwell over £4,700 to support their work. The four Cafés are the Friends of Bilbrook, the Harbourne St John’s Church, the Roliston Forestry and Highley Shropshire. They’re all located in the West Midlands and the surrounding area. As well as supporting the cafés with … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 31 Jul 2024
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Defra launches rapid review of EIP to meet Environment Act targets
The government has announced a rapid review of the Environmental Improvement Plan (EIP) to be completed by the end of the year to set out how to deliver its legally binding targets.
Circular Online (CIWM) · 31 Jul 2024
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REA welcomes increase to Allocation Round 6 (AR6) budget
REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 31 Jul 2024
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Powerday champions future talent with school enrichment days
The post Powerday champions future talent with school enrichment days appeared first on Powerday .
Powerday · 31 Jul 2024
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enfinium awards over £4,700 of funding to local West Midlands Repair Cafés
enfinium awards over £4,700 of funding to local West Midlands Repair Cafés
enfinium · 31 Jul 2024
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The Circulate Initiative calls for investment to tackle plastic pollution
The Circulate Initiative has called for greater investment into tackling plastic pollution, as new data has revealed that an average of $32 billion a year of private investment went to plastics circularity across the last six years, which falls short of the one trillion US dollars needed. The non-profit organisation has said that the current … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 31 Jul 2024
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The EU Right-to-Repair directive: What does it mean for companies and consumers?
The EU’s Right-to-Repair Directive enters force this week, and should stimulate the transition to an economy with less waste. Experts at Circle Economy outline what businesses and consumers can expect from the legislation.
edie — Circular Economy tag · 31 Jul 2024
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ALDI PREPARES TO OPEN FOUR NEW LONDON STORES BY THE END OF 2024
Aldi is set to open four new stores in the capital between now and the end of the year as it looks to deliver on its promise to bring lower food prices to even more Londoners. New stores in Leytonstone and Beckton are set to open in the next couple of months, while Holloway Road […]
Aldi UK Press Centre · 31 Jul 2024
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NLWA launches consultation on the future of the Gateway Road Reuse and Recycling Centre - North London Waste Authority
North London Waste Authority · 31 Jul 2024
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Join Our Food Waste Movement - Too Good To Go
Too Good To Go UK · 31 Jul 2024
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UKWIN) and other Environmental NGOs, Correspondence address: coordinator@ukwin.org - United Kingdom Without Incineration Network
UKWIN (UK Without Incineration Network) · 31 Jul 2024
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UK households urged to recycle 1M cables for E-Waste Day 2024 - Material Focus
Material Focus · 31 Jul 2024
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Training - Salvage Wire
Salvage Wire · 31 Jul 2024
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Our Services - Salvage Wire
Salvage Wire · 30 Jul 2024
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Training & Safety - Salvage Wire
Salvage Wire · 30 Jul 2024
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BOOK YOUR TRAINING COURSE HERE! - Salvage Wire
Salvage Wire · 30 Jul 2024
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Salvage Wire · 30 Jul 2024
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Meet The Team - Salvage Wire
Salvage Wire · 30 Jul 2024
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About - Salvage Wire
Salvage Wire · 30 Jul 2024
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Management Development - Salvage Wire
Salvage Wire · 30 Jul 2024
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Use these resources to improve your business, your staff or yourself - Salvage Wire
Salvage Wire · 30 Jul 2024
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Extended Producer Responsibility UK (EPR UK)
Polytag explores the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Act in the UK. This legislation makes producers responsible for the entire lifecycle of their products, encouraging sustainable design and reducing waste. Learn why EPR matters, the challenges it poses, and how Polytag can help your business stay compliant. From data collection to consumer engagement, our innovative solutions support y…
Polytag news · 30 Jul 2024
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Stories - Diageo
Diageo news and media · 30 Jul 2024
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Nearly half of England’s SMEs ‘unprepared’ for Simpler Recycling, says Biffa
A survey by Biffa has shown that nearly half (42%) of England’s SMEs don’t know that Simpler Recycling will impact their business. Biffa is concerned that SMEs are likely to face extra challenges from the scheme, such as finding space for new bins, separating all recycling into material type and training staff compared to corporate … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 30 Jul 2024
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Cadent and Emmaus celebrate 2.5 years of partnership
After two and a half years in partnership with Cadent, the UK’s largest gas distributor, we are delighted to report that the company has raised over £350,000 for Emmaus UK....
Emmaus UK · 30 Jul 2024
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ALDI RETURNS £2.99 HOLIDAY-INSPIRED BODY MISTS WITH NEW TROPICAL ESSENCE ‘SEVENTY’ SCENT
The new addition hits shelves alongside returning fan favourite mists, Tropical Essence Twenty-Eight and Thirty-Two ‘Body Mists’ are having a nostalgic revival, helping fragrance fans to build a ‘scent wardrobe’ without pulling on the purse strings[1] Available in stores nationwide from 11th August, while stocks last Summer scents just got better as Aldi welcomes the […]
Aldi UK Press Centre · 30 Jul 2024
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ETS costs can’t become ‘financial burden’ to local authorities, says LARAC
LARAC has released a list of requirements in response to the consultation on expanding the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), to “mitigate the risks” to local authorities. While the association said it is “broadly supportive” of including the waste sector within the ETS, it noted potential challenges, and the requirements have been set out to avoid … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 30 Jul 2024
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Anti-methane vaccine could reduce the huge climate impact of cow burps
A prototype vaccine from ArkeaBio, a US start-up, cut methane emissions by 13 per cent in a first trial involving 10 cows, offering a potential way to reduce the huge climate impact of cattle farming
New Scientist — Environment · 30 Jul 2024
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WRAP: ‘Use of food waste caddy is a reminder of food wasted’
WRAP and insights agency SKIM have released a new report exploring ways to reduce food waste through caddy systems. ‘Opportunities for prevention with household food waste collections’ found that habitual food waste caddy usage can be linked to lower household costs and positive feelings associated with ‘doing something good’. The report stated that using a … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 30 Jul 2024