Recycling news: 2025

Industry news Renew celebrates four years Renew celebrates four years and millions of pounds transforming local waste into community good. Renew has donated £1.6 million directly to community groups and charities across Greater Manchester in the last four years. Renew is a joint initiative between Recycle for Greater Manchester (R4GM) and SUEZ recycling and recovery UK and is the largest reuse […] Recycle for Greater Manchester · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news How tall buildings on narrow streets trap air pollution Narrow streets in city centres, hemmed in by tall buildings, may be acting as traps for pollution and contributing to poor air quality, according to new research. A study by Nottingham Trent University (NTU) found that streets narrower than 20 metres experience irregular and sometimes dangerously high spikes in particulate matter. The team carried out […] Air Quality News · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news Ampace debuts 10C semi-solid LFP cells Ampace has unveiled the first mass-produced 10C semi-solid lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cells at RE+ 2025.Designed for high-performance and safety, the new cells offer a 10C continuous discharge rate – double the industry standard – and 20% higher energy density."We've moved beyond R&D papers," said Dr Yuan, CTO of Ampace. "These battery cells and… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Generate Upcycle’s 2025 Impact & Insights Report Highlights Global Sustainability Impact, Key Infrastructure Investments Sept. 10, 2025 – Generate Upcycle, a global leader in circular waste management and the largest producer of Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) from food waste in North America, this week released it’s 2025 Impact & Insights Report, highlighting its achievements from the past year, while outlining its vision for the future. Key Highlights from 2024–2025… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news Mussels-and-sensors solution anticipates appearance of toxic algal blooms Australian researchers say they have come up with a technology-based solution to detecting the onset of water quality decline in its earliest stages. This would allow action to be taken long before the appearance of toxic algal blooms or mass fish deaths. Spyvalve, created by Dr Alan Cottingham from Murdoch University’s Harry Butler Institute, pulls […] Envirotec Magazine · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news Circular sectors ‘contributing 7bn’ to Scotland’s economy New data from Zero Waste Scotland shows that circular sectors are already contributing more than £7billion to Scotland’s economy. Circular Online (CIWM) · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news EU finalises long-awaited food waste targets and EPR scheme for textiles The European Parliament has given the green light to new measures to reduce food waste across the EU and to require textile producers to pay more towards recycling costs. edie — Circular Economy tag · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news Londoners’ air pollution drops by a quarter at weekends, say new data Londoners breathe significantly cleaner air when exercising at weekends, according to new research showing nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) exposure falling by almost 25% compared with weekdays. The study, based on over 50,000 outdoor runs, rides and walks logged across the capital between March 2024 and August 2025 – appears to reveal that median NO₂ exposure drops […] Envirotec Magazine · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news Citizen scientists reveal global hotspots of plastic pollution Plastic pellets, bio-beads and other microplastics are polluting coastlines around the world, with new research showing sharp regional differences in the types and concentrations of plastic found. The findings come from a study by the University of Portsmouth using data from the Big Microplastic Survey (BMS) – one of the largest citizen science projects of […] Envirotec Magazine · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news S. Norton opens new shipping routes with Glasgow site expansion Metals recycler S. Norton has expanded its Glasgow facility with upgrades to increase capacity and enable deep-sea shipping from the yard for the first time. The works have included extensive dredging at the site’s berth, allowing larger vessels to dock directly. A £2 million Sennebogen crane has also been installed, which is capable of handling … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news Fluence begins Smartstack energy storage production Fluence Energy has officially started manufacturing its next-generation energy storage platform, Smartstack™, at a cutting-edge automated facility in Vietnam.Smartstack, unveiled in February 2025, is an AC-based energy storage system featuring a patent-pending modular design. Its architecture allows for simplified transport and installation, while delivering up to 30% higher energy density than… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news Scotland-based consultancyto offer guidance on DRS The UK will introduce a national Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) in just over two years. A new consultancy, DRS International, based in Scotland, has been established to assist companies and governments in navigating the challenges of implementing and managing environmental measures. DRS International focuses on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), which holds producers financially responsible f… Skip & Waste Magazine · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news BASF launches low conductivity EV coolants BASF has introduced its latest innovation for electric vehicles: Glysantin® Electrified® low electrical conductivity coolants (LECCs).These advanced fluids are designed to enhance battery safety, stability, and longevity, especially in high-voltage environments.The new LECCs meet the upcoming GB 29743.2-2025 standard, which takes effect in China on 1 October. By maintaining low and stable elect… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news Smartphone Free Childhood: the unstoppable rise of a culture-shifting campaign With smartphones a near-constant presence in children’s lives, one grassroots movement is pushing back – with remarkable force Positive News · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news Honey bees can be used to monitor PFAS levels in the environment, says study Honey bees can be used to monitor levels of PFAS in the environment, a new study from The James Hutton Institute and the University of Graz appears to have shown. PFAS, sometimes referred to as “forever chemicals”, are a group of more than 12,000 man-made chemicals which are used in everyday items such as frying […] Envirotec Magazine · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news Outrage in Canberra as ACT Government backtracks on wood heater phase-out Campaigners in Australia’s capital have expressed shock following the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) Government’s apparent backflip on its 2023 commitment to phase out wood heaters in suburban areas. During a recent sitting of the ACT Legislative Assembly, Minister for Climate Change and the Environment, Suzanne Orr, suggested that the Government had not formally agreed to […] Air Quality News · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news Europe’s healthcare sector generates 1m tonnes of single-use plastics Europe’s healthcare systems produced more than 900,000 tonnes of single-use plastic in 2023, according to research from Eunomia and Systemiq. The A Prescription for Change report estimated that the sector’s dependence on disposable items such as gloves, fluid bags and packaging created around five million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions and cost health providers €23 … Read More Th… letsrecycle.com News · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news ALDI TO CLOSE ALL STORES ON BOXING DAY Aldi has confirmed it will close all of its stores on Boxing Day in line with previous years. The UK’s fourth-largest supermarket will close for Christmas Day and reopen as usual on Saturday 27th December 2025, giving colleagues the chance to spend time with friends and family. Stores will also be closed on New Year’s […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news EU adopts new rules to reduce textile and food waste The European Parliament has given its final green light to new measures, including extended producer responsibility for textiles and legally binding food waste reduction targets. Circular Online (CIWM) · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news Green Party polling suggests Polanski already ‘cutting through’ YouGov results point to a two-fold increase in public support compared with the same time last year. The Green Party would claim 12% of the vote at a general election, if current polling is much to go by. This would be the best ever performance for the leftwing political group, and places them just five […] Environment Journal · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news Fig trees offer highly effective and efficient inorganic carbon storage Research by a team of Kenya, US, Australia and Swiss-based scientists has identified a unique feature of three species. Presented this summer at the Gold-schmidt conference in Prague, the trio of fig trees, all of which are native to East Africa, are capable of drawing in carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and storing this as […] Environment Journal · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news Taihei Dengyo to develop 2-MW biomass power plant in Japan - Bioenergy Insight Magazine Bioenergy Insight · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news WRAP Project - Beyondly Beyondly (formerly Comply Direct) · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news What is a DSAR, and how can I request my personal data from Olio? - help.olioapp.com OLIO · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news 30by30 progress update 2025 - report and additional media quotes - Wildlife and Countryside Link Wildlife and Countryside Link · 10 Sept 2025 Industry news Beyond the Bin Fund: £45k for cup recycling innovation The National Cup Recycling Scheme's Beyond the Bin initiative is a £45k fund to boost cup recycling innovation and support bold projects that improve paper cup recycling. Open to businesses, communities, and partnerships, find out how to apply and help shape the future of fibre-based cup recovery in the UK. Valpak · 9 Sept 2025 Industry news Latvia textiles legislation: Your compliance checklist Latvia’s new textiles legislation introduces Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for all businesses selling textile products into the Latvian market, no matter the size. This checklist outlines what’s covered, who’s affected, and how Valpak can help you stay compliant and avoid penalties. Valpak · 9 Sept 2025 Industry news Life Cycle Assessment: Why every business needs one This blog explores how Life Cycle Assessment consultancy helps businesses measure and reduce environmental impact, turning sustainability goals into credible, actionable results with Valpak’s expert support. Valpak · 9 Sept 2025 Industry news Circular Economy or Bust - Environmental Industries Commission (EIC) Environmental Industries Commission · 9 Sept 2025 Industry news Reynolds and Eagle land in Defra A Cabinet reshuffle has resulted in changes to the ministerial team at a crucial time for food, nature and environment regulations. By David Burrows. Emma Reynolds is the new secretary of state for environment, food and rural affairs following Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s enforced mini Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 9 Sept 2025 Industry news Food waste targets and textiles EPR greenlit by European Parliament The European Parliament has today (9 September 2025) given its final approval to revisions of the EU’s Waste Framework Directive (WFD). The revisions introduce measures to create binding targets to reduce food and to establish extended producer responsibility schemes for textiles (tEPR). The vote follows an agreement reached between Parliament and Council negotiators in February … Read More The… letsrecycle.com News · 9 Sept 2025 Industry news Is Earth’s climate in a state of ‘termination shock’? Cleaning up air pollution has saved millions of lives, but it has also given us an inadvertent taste of a nightmare climate scenario. The race is on to understand how bad it could be – and how to swerve the worst effects New Scientist — Environment · 9 Sept 2025 Industry news EuRIC: Parliament’s ELVR amendments lower circularity ambitions for vehicles EU recyclers warn that the EU Parliament’s adopted amendments on the End-of-Life Vehicles Regulation (ELVR) fall short of what is needed to deliver on automotive circularity. By watering down the concrete measures aimed at increasing circularity, such as the plastic recycled content target, the Parliament’s approach risks missing the mark and weakening Europe’s competitiveness. Auto Recycling World · 9 Sept 2025 Industry news FEAD reaction to plenary vote on End-of-Life Vehicles Regulation (ELVR) The European Parliament’s plenary vote on its position on the proposed End-of-Life Vehicles Regulation (ELVR) marks an important step in advancing the circularity of the automotive sector. However, FEAD, the European Waste Management Association, warns that certain requirements risk undermining the Regulation’s ability to deliver on its objectives. Auto Recycling World · 9 Sept 2025 Industry news Gurteen Recycling closes after 13 years in operation Newcastle-based recycling and transport firm Gurteen Recycling has ceased trading and entered liquidation after operating for nearly 13 years. Trading as both Gurteen Recycling and Gurteen Transport, the business collected recyclable materials from more than 1,500 sites across Scotland and the North East of England. The company, headquartered in Killingworth, Tyne and Wear, was established … Re… letsrecycle.com News · 9 Sept 2025 Industry news Efficiencies over new technologies: UK energy policy and demand ‘Research underscores how scenarios underestimated the potential of less exciting but proven solutions’. According to a new study published to mark the 25th anniversary of the University of Manchester’s Tyndall Centre for Climate Change Research, the UK has used significantly less energy than most expert predictions made at that time. However, the opportunity to capitalise […] Environment Journal · 9 Sept 2025 Industry news Guest post: How adaptation has cut flood deaths and losses in Europe When flooding strikes, it can devastate vast areas, taking lives, homes and possessions with it.... Carbon Brief · 9 Sept 2025 Industry news OPINION: ‘A legal perspective on waste and resources in changing times’ Dr Anna Willetts, Partner at Gunnercooke specialising in Environmental Crime, questions whether the sector is ready for the next 12 months of change. OPINION: The waste sector and the leaders of the businesses within it currently have their hands full in adapting to fast changing and uncertain times, coupled with the day-to-day issues of running … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 9 Sept 2025 Industry news ACEA’s statement: EP vote on End-of-life vehicles marks progress on recycled content, but truck and bus makers risk extra burden Today’s European Parliament plenary vote on the End-of-Life Vehicle (ELV) file marks a step towards a more pragmatic regulation, yet serious concerns remain over the burden on truck and bus makers. Auto Recycling World · 9 Sept 2025 Industry news New ban will protect 200% more deep peat from burning The government has announced an extension of its ban on burning heather and grass on deep peatlands in England, in a move designed to improve air quality, cut flood risks and protect wildlife. From 30th September, the ban will cover 676,628 hectares of deep peat – up from 222,000 hectares – protecting an area larger than […] Air Quality News · 9 Sept 2025