Recycling news: 2020
Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 28 Jul 2026.
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Environmental research in Africa: The Congo Biogeochemistry Observatory
Dr Sebastian Doetterl, group leader of the Congo Biogeochemistry Observatory, discusses environmental research in the heart of Africa.
Open Access Government — Environment · 6 Jan 2020
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Low quality sees Gloucester drop kerbside textiles
Gloucester city council has ceased the kerbside collection of textiles, citing pricing pressures brought on by increasing quantities of low-grade material. First introduced in January 2017, Gloucester’s kerbside collection was operated by Amey, which sold recyclable materials on the council’s behalf to Wilcox Textiles. However, the textile recycler stopped buying kerbside material last summer d…
letsrecycle.com News · 6 Jan 2020
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Bristol races ahead in recycling rates
The post Bristol races ahead in recycling rates appeared first on Bristol Waste Company .
Bristol Waste Company · 5 Jan 2020
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Efficient, Lean, Sustainable - Lidl
Lidl GB media centre · 3 Jan 2020
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OPRL to launch ‘binary labelling system’
The OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) is set to launch a “binary labelling system” in a bid to simplify the recycling process and reduce contamination. The not-for-profit company says the new labels, to be launched later this month, are modelled on consumer research insights and are being updated to a simple on-package direction of “recycle” or … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 3 Jan 2020
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Retailers disappointed by Defra WEEE decision
The consortium that put forward a plan for the fifth phase of the waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) Distributor Take-back Scheme (DTS) has expressed disappointment that Defra has not accepted its proposal in full. With the fourth phase finishing on 31 December 2019, the British Retail Consortium (BRC) and environmental consultants Valpak jointly proposed … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 3 Jan 2020
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‘Progress made’ in Port Clarence talks
The investment company behind the Port Clarence biomass project has said that progress has been made in finding a “positive outcome” for the 325,000 tonne-per-year capacity waste wood plant. However, Glennmont Partners are “not in a position” to confirm what the future will hold for the £160 million plant, which was initially due to … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 3 Jan 2020
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Lincs issues battery warning after Christmas fires
Lincolnshire county council has issued a warning to residents to ensure that all batteries and flammable liquids are removed from waste following three fires at recycling centres over the Christmas break. The fires took place at Household Waste and Recycling Centres in Sleaford, Spalding and Louth, and Lincolnshire said these were caused by flammable … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 3 Jan 2020
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Large retailers obliged to collect WEEE instore
Large retailers will be required to take back waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) instore from 2021 following a significant decision taken by recycling minister Rebecca Pow. Under the last phase of the Distributor Take-back Scheme (DTS) – which ended on 31 December 2019 – retailers who sold electrical goods could pay a fee which … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 2 Jan 2020
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‘Serious assault’ at Manchester HWRC prompts warning
The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) has highlighted the dangers its staff face at recycling centres following a “serious assault” last month which left an employee with a broken jaw. According to a statement from the GMCA, the incident occurred on 19 December at the Longley Lane Recycling Centre following a routine check on a … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 2 Jan 2020
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New initiatives as NBF enters 2020
The National Bed Federation (NBF), which represents the interests of the UK bed industry, has unveiled a new look and vision for the new decade. Following an in-depth journey into understanding its identity and perceptions across the industry, the National Bed Federation (NBF) has unveiled a new look and vision for the new decade, focused […]
National Bed Federation · 2 Jan 2020
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NBF announces partnership with Zero Waste Scotland
The National Bed Federation (NBF) and circular economy experts Zero Waste Scotland have announced a three-year research partnership which aims to increase mattress recycling and encourage more sustainable design. The partnership will see the organisations design a proposed Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme for mattresses in Scotland, under which manufacturers and retailers are respo…
National Bed Federation · 2 Jan 2020
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Brits tighten their belts
Britain’s tightening economy and ‘discount mentality’ is reflected in latest consumer research findings for the National Bed Federation (NBF). It shows the average price paid for a bed/mattress was 8% lower than the previous report in February (£538 as opposed to £582). Further evidence of a slowdown is indicated by the increased use of discount […]
National Bed Federation · 2 Jan 2020
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Sales volumes holding up but value down
Sales volume is holding up, but value is down, says the National Bed Federation (NBF) as it reveals the latest results from its State of Trade report. Sales data from the second quarter of the year (April to June 2019) is gathered independently from NBF members to gain insight into the bed market. Comparing quarter […]
National Bed Federation · 2 Jan 2020
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Buckinghamshire waste services to ‘harmonise’
There will be a move to “harmonise” waste services in Buckinghamshire as the five councils in the area merge into a single unitary authority from April this year. However, these plans are at an “early stage” and it is unclear what form this will take. From the next financial year (2020/21), the four district councils … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 2 Jan 2020
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News in brief (02/01/2020)
With news on: Parc Adfer begins commercial operation; Wiser Recycling applies to vary licence; Viridor assumes control of Beddington ERF; Peel Environmental to fund DMG plant Parc Adfer begins commercial operations North Wales-based Energy from Waste plant Parc Adfer began full commercial operations on 20 December, following a commissioning phase throughout 2019. The plant, located … Read More …
letsrecycle.com News · 2 Jan 2020
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Indonesian delegation visits UK recycling sites
A trade delegation from Indonesia has visited the UK to assess waste and recycling operations in the wake of import restrictions for waste paper to the south east Asian country. The Indonesian government’s regulator announced in June 2019 that new regulations around the import of waste paper would come into force, including the random checking … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 2 Jan 2020
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Big Flavour Wraps - McDonald's
McDonald's UK newsroom · 2 Jan 2020
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Here’s our New Year’s Resolutions – What are yours?
In 2020 we are more determined than ever to achieve our vision of a healthy environment and sustainable societies, join in with our New Year’s resolutions and help us stick to them!
Fidra · 1 Jan 2020