Recycling news: 2024

Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 25 Jul 2026.

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The Energy from Waste (EfW) operator claimed that this waste would otherwise have been sent to landfill and that as a result the company has prevented approximately 2,250,000 tonnes of CO2 from entering the atmosphere. Ferrybridge 1 … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news Extreme heat may rapidly sap the ocean’s ability to absorb CO2 The ocean carbon sink – which removes about a quarter of our emissions from the atmosphere each year – was much weaker than expected in 2023 New Scientist — Environment · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news A fishy dilemma UK consumption of seafood is well below health guidelines yet global stocks are hugely overfished. How can the circle be squared? By Nick Hughes. “How can we feed ourselves in a way that nourishes both our bodies and regenerates the earth’s ecosystems – restoring and enhancing the natural environment for generations to come?” That was […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news Q&A: What could a US-China trade war mean for the energy transition? Ahead of Donald Trump’s second term as US president, a rerun of his first trade... Carbon Brief · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news Luminaire lens are made from recycled plastic A range of lens made from recycled plastic has been unveiled by chemical giant Röhm. The components, which contain 30 […] Recolight · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news Wax diffusers are ‘infinitely recyclable’ A Danish firm is using diffusers made from organic wax as they’re ‘infinitely recyclable’. Copenhagen based company Daydreaming Objects say […] Recolight · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news Understanding Recycling Symbols: What They Mean and Why They Matter Recycling symbols are everywhere, from soft drink cans to crisp packets, and they can tell you a lot about how […] Countrystyle Recycling · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news LIVE SECTOR REACTIONS: Defra extends WEEE regulations Defra announced this morning (10 December 2024) that it will extend the waste electronic and electrical equipment (WEEE) regulations to overseas online marketplaces. This means that online retailers will be responsible for covering the disposal costs of any products they place on the market. Several industry stakeholders have responded to the news, with the reactions … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news Rituals that resonate: 10 ways to make Christmas really meaningful to you From singing in community to baking it until you make it, here are some suggestions of how to imbue your festive season with meaning – on your own terms Positive News · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news UK report calls for government action on clear food waste regulations The countdown is on: New food waste regulations are set to take effect in just a few months. Simpler Recycling aims to make the recycling process easier and more accessible by reducing complexity. This can include combining materials into fewer categories, offering clear guidelines on what can be recycled, and providing convenient collection services. By […] Keenan Recycling · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news 76% of pet owners prioritise sustainability with pet food choices Research has found that 76% of European pet owners see sustainability as a key driver when making choices around which pet food to buy. The research – conducted by packaging company Amcor – looked at the shopping habits of 1,693 shoppers in the UK, France, Germany and Italy. Sustainability was ranked in priority behind the … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news Combilift Scoops ‘Company of the Year’ at the 2024 Business & Finance Awards Monaghan, Ireland – 9 December 2024 – Combilift, the global leader in material handling solutions, has been awarded Company of the Year at the prestigious Business & Finance Awards 2024 in association with KPMG Ireland. This remarkable achievement marks Combilift's 9th major win in the last three months, solidifying its position as an industry leader. ATF Professional · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news ALDI UNVEILS QUIRKY NEW CHEESE FLAVOURS FOR CHRISTMAS INCLUDING WASABI CHEDDAR AND FUDGE-INFUSED WENSLEYDALE Aldi is shaking up the chilled aisle this festive season with a NEW range of Specially Selected cheeses featuring unexpected and daring flavour combinations. Forget boring cheddar as this year Aldi is offering everything from the sweet and creamy to the spicy and bold to get those tastebuds tingling. Available in stores now starting from […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news Microsoft unveils innovative water-efficient data centre cooling system Microsoft is set to pilot data centre designs which use no water consumption for cooling in 2026 and will roll this approach out across all new sites in the coming years. edie — Circular Economy tag · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news Calls to shop reuse this Christmas The ReUse Shop in Chingford is giving out free books and selling half-price toys ahead of Christmas. The North London reuse shop – which is operated by Energy from Waste (EfW) company LondonEnergy – said that it hopes to help residents find last-minute Christmas gift ideas and find “a sustainable way to shop for their … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news ALDI’S £7.99 HACK FOR STAYING WARM ON THE ROAD AS TEMPERATURES DROP As temperatures drop, Aldi is offering shoppers a cold weather hack that costs less than a tenner and will make cold mornings a little more bearable. Available in stores from 15th December, the Heated Car Seat Cover will help keep drivers cosy on chilly commutes, however, shoppers had better start their engines because as with […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news Shell settles multimillion-dollar SLAPP lawsuit against Greenpeace Greenpeace International and Greenpeace UK have agreed with Shell to settle the oil giant’s multimillion-dollar intimidation lawsuit over a peaceful protest conducted by the campaign groups last year. The settlement follows over a year of sustained campaigning by Greenpeace against Shell’s lawsuit. Experts have described the case as a strategic lawsuit against public participation (SLAPP), […] … Greenpeace UK · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news Defra extends WEEE regulation to include online marketplaces Defra has today (10 December 2024) announced that it will be extending waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) regulations to include overseas online marketplaces. These online retailers will now be responsible for the disposal costs of any product they place on the market in the UK. The update comes as a result of a … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news Breaking: Shell backs down in its lawsuit against Greenpeace We showed Shell that their bully tactics won’t intimidate us – and now they’ve backed down and settled out of court. Greenpeace UK · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news UK to make online retailers pay their fair share towards e-waste recycling costs The UK Government is set to make online sellers of electronic goods pay towards waste management costs, expanding compliance rules that already apply to retailers selling goods in stores. edie — Circular Economy tag · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news Newsletter, December 2024 The post Newsletter, December 2024 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news Newsletter, August 2024 The post Newsletter, August 2024 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news Newsletter, February 2024 The post Newsletter, February 2024 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news Hackney Council responds to campaigners against EfW plant Hackney Council has told East London residents that a new energy recovery facility is the “least environmentally damaging way to manage non-recyclable waste”. Circular Online (CIWM) · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news Marks & Spencer to reuse lights at Oxford Street flagship Retail giant Marks & Spencer looks set to remove and reuse the luminaires at its flagship store on London’s Oxford […] Recolight · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news Recolight welcomes Defra online marketplace WEEE announcement The Government today announced that online marketplaces are to be brought into scope of the WEEE regulations. This means that […] Recolight · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news 300m 2.5bn - Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Coca-Cola Europacific Partners news · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news Defra announces plan for producers to pay for vape disposal costs A new category of electrical equipment for vapes is set to be introduced by the UK Government as part of plans to ensure the cost of collecting and treating waste electricals falls on producers. Circular Online (CIWM) · 10 Dec 2024 Industry news https://www.cocacolaep.com/about-us/suppliers/ . Videre hjelp og informasjon: - Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Coca-Cola Europacific Partners news · 9 Dec 2024 Industry news Hubungi Kami | Indonesia - Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Coca-Cola Europacific Partners news · 9 Dec 2024 Industry news University scientists turn waste into insulin University scientists have developed a process using engineered bacteria to transform complex mixed waste into sustainable biopolymers including human therapeutics such as insulin and bioplastics. A new study from the Manchester Institute of Biotechnology describes a novel biological method to convert mixed municipal waste-like fractions – including food scraps, plastics and textiles – into val… letsrecycle.com News · 9 Dec 2024