Recycling news: 2025

Industry news Grundon named as double finalist in business awards The post Grundon named as double finalist in business awards appeared first on Grundon . Grundon Waste Management · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Intersolar Mexico 2025 set to drive energy transition Intersolar Mexico will return to Centro Banamex, Mexico City, from 2–4 September 2025 for its sixth edition, bringing together more than 400 national and international companies and over 10,000 professionals from across the solar, energy storage, and clean technology sectors.The event coincides with a landmark US$8.177 billion investment by the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) to… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Lighting Up Lives: Solar Panel Donation Empowers Charity Following a recent installation of a new solar array system at its main manufacturing site, estimated to provide 15% of the site’s electricity, meals provider, apetito worked with renewable energy partner, SolarSense, who completed the installation, to donate its old panels to Southwest charity, Paul’s Place. Paul’s Place enhances the lives of physically, cognitive and […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news CSG helps bring a smile to dental charity A charity that seeks to improve oral health for people who lack access to regular dental services has received the backing of a leading waste management company. Dentaid The Dental Charity has been handed a £600 boost from CSG through the business’ Community Chest scheme. Dentaid, which is based in Southampton but operates nationally, has […] CSG (Cleansing Service Group) · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news THE FRIDAY DIGEST: Water a priority for Reed as farm inspections rise “One of my key pillars for a profitable farming industry is helping the [farming] sector withstand shocks from extreme weather and climate change. To do this, we must adapt for the future and that includes changing how we work with water.” The words of Defra secretary Steve Reed as he called on farmers Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Factcheck: 16 misleading myths about solar power Solar power is already providing the “cheapest electricity in history” and is expected to play... Carbon Brief · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news How global food trade “reshapes” water resource distribution International agricultural trade plays a central role in balancing global food supply and demand, but with every shipment of crops crossing borders, the water used to produce them is “virtually transferred” as well, reshaping the distribution of water resources worldwide. But to what extent? Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Poultry pain can be reduced for a few pence Adopting slower-growing breeds can prevent between 15 and 100 hours of “intense pain” in chickens, according to experts writing for the journal Nature Food. They also estimate that this transition costs just US$1 (74p) per kilogram of meat. In fact, preventing an hour of intense pain in chickens costs less Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Comment: The reality of creating resilience Food industry leaders are stuck in a system that rewards volume and short-term profit. Only collaboration can help them escape, says Kate Cawley. This summer, we have been leaning into learning at Future Food Movement (FFM), hosting hosted over 100 senior leaders from across Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news DATAPOINT This week’s figures include some worrying findings in relation to responsible use of AI and further research into the environmental benefits of following sustainable diets. There is good news for green jobs and a new study that begged the question: can food delivery offer timely defibrillation in densely Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Powerday Support Waste Collections for Notting Hill Carnival 2025 The post Powerday Support Waste Collections for Notting Hill Carnival 2025 appeared first on Powerday . Powerday · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news New Council contributes to the Realization of a Circular Economy in the Automotive Industry DENSO CORPORATION, Toray Industries, Inc., Nomura Research Institute, Ltd., Honda Motor Co., Ltd., MATEC Inc., and REVER CORPORATION, Japan, recently announced the establishment of the BlueRebirth Council. Initiated by these six companies, the Council aims to build a manufacturing and recycling integrated value chain to realize Car-to-Car *1 recycling, starting with automated precision dismantl… Auto Recycling World · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Defra’s new waste permits: what it means for the UK waste industry and why it matters The UK waste and recycling industry is on the brink of its biggest shake-up in years. Earlier this month, the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) announced plans to replace the outdated waste carrier, broker and dealer (CBD) registration system with a new environmental permitting regime. This reform isn’t just a regulatory change […] Keenan Recycling · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Why Wales just quietly changed the game on recycling In a global first, the Welsh Government has indicated it is open to including digital solutions in its upcoming Deposit Return Scheme (DRS). Industry experts Alice Rackley, and Paul Sanderson, CEOs of Polytag and The Recycling Association respectively, explain why this would be such a monumental change. edie — Circular Economy tag · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news From ‘sniff-aris’ to puzzle feeders: 10 tips to keep your dog thriving Looking for new ways to keep your dog happy, healthy and safe? Here are 10 suggestions, from scent games to training tips Positive News · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Contact - Mineral Products Association Mineral Products Association · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Doosan Bobcat opens eFORCE LAB R&D centre Construction equipment manufacturer Doosan Bobcat has opened a new battery pack R&D centre in South Korea for construction and other compact equipment called the eFORCE LAB.The company plans to develop standardised, modular battery packs, with its first official research project being the Bobcat Standard Unit Pack (BSUP) for construction and material handling equipment.The BSUP will… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news First CO2 injections mark milestone for Norway’s Longship CCS project The first captured CO₂ has been injected into the subsea reservoir – 100km off the west coast of Norway – being used for Longship, the Norwegian government-backed carbon capture and storage (CCS) project, said to be one of the most ambitious in the world. Announced on 25 August, these first CO2 volumes were transported by […] Envirotec Magazine · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news WRAP finds decrease in MRF gate fees WRAP has published the results of its 18th annual gate fees survey, with median Materials Recycling Facility (MRF) fees edged down from 2023/24. The survey covers gate fees charged to local authorities for a range of municipal waste recycling, recovery and disposal options. While MRF gate fees are down, Anaerobic Digestion (AD), In-Vessel Composting (IVC) … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news EU plastics recycling industry warns of “imminent collapse” Plastics Recyclers Europe (PRE) has warned that the European plastics recycling sector is facing “imminent collapse”. According to the industry association, falling demand, rising costs and regulatory pressures continue to force facilities out of business. PRE highlighted what it described as “a surge in low-priced imports of recycled plastics”, coupled with weak demand for EU-made … Read More … letsrecycle.com News · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news The RECOUP Conference Returns for 2025 – Now CPD Accredited, Featuring Leading Industry Voices The post The RECOUP Conference Returns for 2025 – Now CPD Accredited, Featuring Leading Industry Voices appeared first on RECOUP . RECOUP · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Why Attend Sustainability LIVE: The US Summit - Sustainability Magazine Sustainability Magazine · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Comment: Effective waste management in the age of e-waste By Xavier Hubert, Head of Circular Economy, Global Services & Solutions with contract electronics manufacturer Flex Responsible management of e-waste is no longer about recycling or disposal. The focus is rapidly shifting from waste management to resource management, and this has both environmental and commercial advantages for business. E-waste has become one of the fastest-growing […] Envirotec Magazine · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news ALDI LAUNCHES PUMPKIN-THEMED INTERIOR MUST-HAVES Aldi is embracing all things autumn with a brand-new homeware range that’s truly the pick of the patch. Launching 14th September, this range brings warmth, charm and great value into every space, from pumpkin décor and cosy soft furnishings to seasonal serveware. The collection offers everything needed to refresh your home for autumn without breaking […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news World’s largest sand battery inaugurated in Finland The world’s largest sand battery was officially inaugurated on 25 August in Pornainen, Finland.Developed by Polar Night Energy and delivered as a turnkey solution to Loviisan Lämpö, the high-temperature thermal energy storage system is now the main production plant for the local district heating network.The 1 MW/100 MWh battery stores clean electricity as heat in… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news September #FoilFriday resources The post September #FoilFriday resources appeared first on Alupro . Alupro · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Welsh September #FoilFriday resources The post Welsh September #FoilFriday resources appeared first on Alupro . Alupro · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news FROM ‘CRISP-MAS’ PARTIES TO ALDI’S TASTE PANEL: MEET THE MUM SHAPING THE FUTURE OF SUPERMARKET SNACKS A Norwich mum who throws annual ‘CRISP-mas’ parties – complete with crisp-themed games, decorations and even a self-made crisp packet dress – has just landed what many would call the UK’s tastiest job. Anna Barney, 40, has beaten hundreds of applicants across the UK to land the prestigious job title of Aldi’s official ‘Crisp […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news NBF Publishes New Chemicals Claims Guidance for Bed Trade The National Bed Federation (NBF) has launched a new free ‘best practice’ guide for claims relating to chemicals in products. The guidance focuses on understanding the chemicals used in mattresses, as well as certain terminology and other areas that can be challenging. Tristine Hargreaves, executive director of the National Bed Federation: “This guide is designed […] National Bed Federation · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Suzuki’s first EV enters production Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was present at a ceremony by Maruti Suzuki, the Indian subsidiary of the Japanese automaker Suzuki, to commemorate the start of production of its first EV, the e Vitara.The firm manufactured the first batch of electric vehicles in this line at its plant in Gujarat, India. It is set to… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Why the plastic pollution treaty collapse could be what we needed Failure to settle on terms for international policies that could curb the rising tide of ‘forever debris’ teach us a very valuable lesson. Of course, when the UN Global Plastics Treaty talks in Geneva, Switzerland, ended on 15th August without an agreement to ratify, lamentations came thick and fast. The optimistic plan was to put […] Environment Journal · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Partners in pollution: The power of science-policy pairing Emily Whitehouse sits down with air quality expert Dr Jim McQuaid, from the University of Leeds, to discuss his recent experience of this year’s Royal Society Pairing Scheme. Over recent months, Dr Jim McQuaid has become quite a regular feature in Air Quality News. Jim, who currently works at the School of Environment at the […] Air Quality News · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news AI model boosts EV battery life and safety A team at Uppsala University has developed a new AI model that significantly improves predictions of battery ageing, offering a potential breakthrough in electric vehicle (EV) performance and safety.The model, which increases the robustness of battery health forecasts by up to 70%, could help extend battery life and reduce safety risks – key barriers to… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news QMRE secures SWIP permit for plastic-to-oil operations QM Recycled Energy (QMRE) has been granted a Small Waste Incineration Plant (SWIP) permit for its plastic-to-oil plant in Kent. The permit will enable the company to begin operations at its headquarters in Hoo, Rochester, Kent. The 25,000 square foot facility will initially house two of QMRE’s proprietary VÍXLA systems, which will each process up … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Too Good To Go launches food waste educational programme for kids Too Good To Go is launching a new downloadable educational programme aimed at helping children aged 6 to 11 learn about food waste. Circular Online (CIWM) · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Productivity boost for SmartROC D50 DTH drill rigs - Agg-Net Agg-Net · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news #NotAllPFAS: How the chemicals industry is lobbying UK MPs to back looser PFAS restrictions - ENDS Report ENDS Report · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Half year results 2025 - Arla Foods UK Arla Foods UK newsroom · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Sargasso Sea surveys find vulnerable sperm whales and elusive pygmy sperm whales, as Greenpeace calls for ocean sanctuary London, 28 August 2025 – The presence of elusive pygmy sperm whales, as well as vulnerable and near-threatened species, has been detected in the Sargasso Sea using innovative environmental DNA sequencing and acoustic surveys, boosting calls for it to be declared an ocean sanctuary under the Global Ocean Treaty. Greenpeace’s ship Arctic Sunrise spent three […] Greenpeace UK · 28 Aug 2025 Industry news Tax changes are on the way: don’t forget the environment The government needs to raise more money and newspapers are reporting that Rachel Reeves is considering tax reform. This is welcome. The UK’s tax system is a mess, “a precarious assemblage of misdirection and untruth” in the words of the New Statesman’s Will Dunn. The […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 28 Aug 2025