Recycling news: 2024

Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 29 Jul 2026.

Industry news ADBA Welcomes Labour to Office and Shares Roadmap for Biogas Sector Support The green gas association ADBA – Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association – congratulates the Labour Party on their General Election victory and welcomes the new Government’s emphasis on tackling climate change through rapid growth of renewables. ADBA will press the new Energy and Climate Change Secretary to implement its ten-point programme for green gas in… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 5 Jul 2024 Industry news An Introduction to CBAM with perspectives from Tata Steel UK – webinar slides 3 July 2024 The post An Introduction to CBAM with perspectives from Tata Steel UK – webinar slides 3 July 2024 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 5 Jul 2024 Industry news LKQ UK and Ireland Responds to General Election Outcome Kevan Wooden, CEO of LKQ UK and Ireland, welcomes the new government following the general election. He highlights the significance of Labour's commitment to the 2030 ICE vehicle phase-out, the need for investment in EV skills and equipment, and the importance of fair access to software and codes for independent garages. ATF Professional · 5 Jul 2024 Industry news 13 convictions made as a result of Operation Lord Thirteen people have been convicted following an investigation by the Environment Agency (EA) into an illegal waste site in rural Lincolnshire, known as ‘Operation Lord’. The evidence found in the investigation led to 10 defendants pleading guilty. Following the eight-week trial at Nottingham crown court, the remaining defendants who pleased not guilty were found guilty. … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 5 Jul 2024 Industry news REA welcomes the new Labour Government REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 5 Jul 2024 Industry news Sunak’s divisive anti-green agenda buried in landslide victory Greenpeace UK's reaction to the Labour landslide victory and other general election results. Greenpeace UK · 5 Jul 2024 Industry news Does Labour victory signal new era for UK circular economy? As the Labour Party emerges victorious form the UK’s general election, will it now deliver on its sustainable and circular economy promises? Circular Online (CIWM) · 5 Jul 2024 Industry news CEO Michael Topham reacts to General Election - Biffa Biffa · 5 Jul 2024 Industry news 20,000 Cash Rewards Redeemed By Ocado Retail Customers In First Nationwide DDRS Trial In a groundbreaking initiative, Polytag, Bower, and Ocado Retail have successfully trialed a nationwide digital deposit return scheme (DDRS) in the UK. Over 20,000 cash rewards were redeemed by consumers for recycling milk bottles using unique QR codes, demonstrating a scalable solution to boost recycling rates ahead of the 2025 DRS scheme. This innovative approach highlights the potential for … Polytag news · 4 Jul 2024 Industry news What went right this week: the world’s most liveable cities, plus more The ‘most liveable’ cities were revealed, a test improved cancer care for kids, and Europe smashed renewables records, plus more Positive News · 4 Jul 2024 Industry news OPINION: ‘From Stone Age tools to modern innovation’ Steve Last, MICE MICM CEnv at Drycake, argues it is time to phase out all microplastic-producing equipment in waste management. OPINION: The waste management and recycling industries are at a critical juncture. The continued use of equipment that crushes, shreds, or mills plastic items poses significant dangers to our environment and health. It’s time to … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 4 Jul 2024 Industry news Companies may be underestimating climate risks by up to 70% The flaws in current climate risk assessments for corporate assets have been uncovered. Open Access Government — Environment · 4 Jul 2024 Industry news PR Committee meeting minutes, 11th June 2024 The post PR Committee meeting minutes, 11th June 2024 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 4 Jul 2024 Industry news Krones Recycling spun off as independent company Krones Recycling has commenced business operations, parting from Krones as its own company headquartered in Flesnburg, Germany. The company will take over all activities relating to plastics recycling, but will continue to utilise Krones’ global production, sales and service network. The company said that the demand for recycled plastics is “increasing rapidly” and with 30 … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 4 Jul 2024 Industry news NBRA – Advancing Sustainable Vehicle Repair Martyn Rowley, Executive Director of NBRA & VBRA Commercial, shares insights on advancing sustainability in vehicle repair. With over 40 years of experience in the industry, Rowley advocates for positive change, emphasising the importance of collaborative efforts to improve the utilisation of green parts. Here, he discusses the challenges facing the body repair industry and NBRA's proactive res… ATF Professional · 4 Jul 2024 Industry news Steer Automotive Expands UK Reach with Gemini ARC Acquisition Steer Automotive Group has acquired Gemini Accident Repair Centres, which includes all 38 of Gemini's bodyshops. This strategic purchase broadens Steer's reach across the UK, extending from Edinburgh to Cornwall. ATF Professional · 4 Jul 2024 Industry news ALDI PREDICTS SURGE IN SNACK AND BEER SALES IN LEAD UP TO ENGLAND’S QUARTER-FINAL SHOWDOWN With football fever striking the country ahead of England’s quarter-final game against Switzerland, 6th July, 5pm, Aldi has football fans across the country covered. The supermarket predicts to sell 5 million packs of crisps and snacks between now and the game. And shoppers can score much better prices with Aldi than its high street competitors, […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 4 Jul 2024 Industry news Empowered young minds take charge at sustainability conferences The post Empowered young minds take charge at sustainability conferences appeared first on Keep Wales Tidy . Keep Wales Tidy · 4 Jul 2024 Industry news SIX UNDERRATED WHITE WINES ACCORDING TO ALDI’S WINE EXPERT Looking for something a little different to your usual go-to wine this summer? Well, look no further as Aldi has teamed up with wine expert, Sam Caporn, to reveal her top picks of lesser-known styles from the supermarket’s latest range. With prices starting from just £5.99, Sam says that vino fans looking to venture to […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 4 Jul 2024 Industry news Alupro announced as latest sponsor of the LARAC Wales Conference Alupro, the aluminium packaging recycling organisation, has been announced as the latest sponsor of this year’s LARAC Wales Conference. Taking place on 9 July at the Leonardo Hotel in Cardiff, the event will bring together hundreds of local authority representatives to discuss the key issues around running an efficient waste and recycling service. Delegates attending […] Alupro · 4 Jul 2024 Industry news Alupro leads the UK Aerosol Recycling Initiative Suez recycling and recovery UK has entered a two-year partnership with Alupro, the aluminium packaging recycling organisation, to increase UK aerosol recycling rates Suez has estimated that 650 million metal aerosols are used in the UK each year, with over 80& used in the home. The aluminium packaging recycling rate for 2023 was 68%. Various … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 4 Jul 2024 Industry news GOODBYE JUNE-UARY ALDI PREDICTS A SURGE IN ICE CREAM SALES AHEAD OF HEATWAVE With the weather expected to hit almost 30°C this week, Brits can finally wave goodbye to June-uary and enjoy some much-needed sun. As the nation will be looking for ice cold treats in the heat, Aldi expects sales to increase by a cool 100%. […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 4 Jul 2024 Industry news SUEZ AND ALUPRO ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP TO INCREASE AEROSOL RECYCLING SUEZ recycling and recovery UK today announced it has entered a two-year partnership with Alupro, the aluminium packaging recycling organisation, as part of a roadmap to increasing UK aerosol recycling rates. An estimated 650 million metal aerosols are used in the UK each year, with over 80% of these used in the home. Upcoming reforms […] Alupro · 4 Jul 2024 Industry news Keeping the Land Alive: Biodiversity Net Gain Keeping the Land Alive: Biodiversity Net Gain Biodiversity net gain (BNG) is a concept that has gained significance in recent years, driven by the urgent need to protect and enhance our natural ecosystems during and after construction projects. Now in England it's backed by legal requirements. But what actually is Biodiversity [...] Community Wood Recycling · 4 Jul 2024 Industry news Q&A: Sophie Trueman, Too Good To Go Libby Stonell asks Sophie Trueman, UK country director at Too Good To Go, about the impact of food waste in 2024. What is the rate of surplus/wasted food in the UK currently, and why do you think this is increasing/decreasing? Of all the environmental challenges we face, food waste is one of the most avoidable … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 4 Jul 2024 Industry news ALDI TO INTRODUCE HIGHER WELFARE STANDARD FOR CHICKENS Aldi, the UK’s fourth largest supermarket, is set to introduce new stocking density requirements for its fresh chicken suppliers, further improving the quality of life for livestock. The transition to the higher welfare standard, which will be complete by the end of October 2024, means that Aldi fresh chicken will have 20% more space than […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 4 Jul 2024 Industry news Our Regenerative Agriculture Approach - Diageo Diageo news and media · 3 Jul 2024 Industry news Marketing graduate programmes - Diageo Diageo news and media · 3 Jul 2024 Industry news Graduate programmes Help build extraordinary brands - Diageo Diageo news and media · 3 Jul 2024 Industry news Human Resources graduate programme Build a more inclusive world - Diageo Diageo news and media · 3 Jul 2024 Industry news Our Share Price - Diageo Diageo news and media · 3 Jul 2024 Industry news New legislation in Wales has top hospitality operators talking net zero Some of Wales’ top hospitality operators shared insights into their net zero journeys, with a particular focus on the impact of new legislation rolled out in April. The likes of hotels, restaurants, pubs, and bars have had to separate out their recycling, including food waste of more than 5kg per week, under Welsh Government regulations. […] Keenan Recycling · 3 Jul 2024 Industry news REPIC executive chairman appointed to board of WEEE Europe REPIC has announced that its executive chairman, Abs Bokhari, has also been named a director of WEEE Europe. Having recently made the transition from non-executive to executive chairman, and through his new appointment as a director of supervisory board of WEEE Europe, he will aim to add value to producers by offering an international approach … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 3 Jul 2024 Industry news THREE OF ALDI’S OWN-LABEL GINS NAMED AMONGST BEST IN THE WORLD Aldi’s own-label brand Haysmith’s scored a hat-trick of wins, having been named amongst the best globally at the Spirits Business Global Gin Masters. The supermarket’s Haysmith’s London Dry Gin (£15.99, 70cl) and Haysmith’s Seville Orange & Persian Lime Gin (£14.99, 70cl) took home Gold, as well as the Haysmith’s Premium Sloe Gin (£14.99, 70cl) which […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 3 Jul 2024 Industry news ISB CEO calls on government to take ‘meaningful action’ ISB Global CEO, Chris Williams, has said political parties “do not go far enough” in dealing with the UK’s waste problem. With the general election taking place tomorrow, Williams has urged the new government, whoever it may be, to take “meaningful action”, encouraging more reuse and recycling as part of the drive to establish a … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 3 Jul 2024 Industry news Copart announces new 30-acre site in Essex In yet another strand of their ongoing growth programme, global leader in online vehicle remarketing and recycling, Copart UK, have announced a new Operation Centre in Chelmsford, Essex. ATF Professional · 3 Jul 2024 Industry news Can we transition to a green economy and deal with the PFAS pollution crisis? The climate crisis is one of the greatest challenges of our time, and a rapid transition to a green economy is vital. However, it is essential to make this transition without polluting our environment, bodies and wildlife with more toxic chemicals. CHEM Trust has, therefore, investigated whether the green transition can be achieved without per- […] CHEM Trust · 3 Jul 2024 Industry news OPINION: ‘ESG driving M&A activity in waste and recycling sector’ Dan Salt, partner, FRP Corporate Finance, discusses the current M&A landscape in the waste and recycling sector. OPINION: Amid the return of confidence in the world of M&A, the UK’s £9 billion waste and recycling sector is one that stands out as having the potential to have a particularly impressive 2024. Indeed, despite challenging economic … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 3 Jul 2024 Industry news Cheeky Nibble OPRL’s expert advice and supportive approach resulted in the roll out of recyclable packaging across Cheeky Nibble's entire product range. OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) · 3 Jul 2024 Industry news Encyclis and Beauparc partner for €35m WtE Dublin plant Beauparc and Encyclis have joined forces to build what is said to be Ireland’s first processing plant for bottom ash from the waste-to-energy process. Set for completion in 2025, the €35 million plant aims to support Ireland’s circular economy by processing residual materials for recycling and reuse, as opposed to exporting overseas. The plant, operated … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 3 Jul 2024