Recycling news: 2025

Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 2 Aug 2026.

Industry news SPREAD THE COST! ALDI’S FROZEN TURKEYS LAND IN STORES CHEAPER THAN ANY OTHER SUPERMARKET With the countdown to Christmas on, Aldi’s range of succulent British frozen turkeys have arrived in stores cheaper than any other UK supermarket. Starting from just £15.99, shoppers can begin their festive prep and spread the cost of Christmas by choosing from a range of sizes available to suit all festive gatherings. Turkey Price Weight […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 13 Oct 2025 Industry news Cap-and-trade preferable to landfill bans, says report by European waste NGO A new policy briefing from Zero Waste Europe (ZWE)1 urges the EU to move beyond narrow landfill bans and adopt a cap-and-trade system to cut residual waste under the upcoming Circular Economy Act (CEA). The report, Cap-and-trade on residuals: Proposals for a Circular Economy Act, warns that focusing solely on landfill restrictions risks shifting waste […] Envirotec Magazine · 13 Oct 2025 Policy & government Permanent Secretary appointed at Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Paul Kissack is appointed as the new Permanent Secretary of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). GOV.UK · 13 Oct 2025 Industry news East Sussex pair receive suspended sentences for part in baled waste dumping Two men from East Sussex have received suspended prison sentences for their roles in the illegal dumping of baled waste at sites in Sussex and Kent. The offences took place between April and October 2018 and were uncovered following an investigation by the Environment Agency. Clifford Wake, 65, was sentenced to two years in […] Circular Online (CIWM) · 13 Oct 2025 Industry news Temporary Closure of Old Oak Sidings – 23rd to 28th October The post Temporary Closure of Old Oak Sidings – 23rd to 28th October appeared first on Powerday . Powerday · 13 Oct 2025 Industry news 1930s home retrofitted into a carbon-positive showcase A 1930s semi in Cambridge has been transformed into a carbon-positive showcase, to demonstrate how older homes can be modernised to cut emissions, improve air quality and inspire greener living across the UK. The family home in the heart of Cambridge has been transformed as part of an ambitious retrofit project by The Cambridge Building Society […] Air Quality News · 13 Oct 2025 Industry news Northumbrian Water appoints installation partner for smart metering programme Northumbrian Water has appointed United Infrastructure as its installation partner for a major smart meter transformation programme across the North East of England. Under a three-year contract, with an option to extend for five years, United Infrastructure will help Northumbrian Water install 750,000 smart meters, moving toward a fully smart meter portfolio by 2035. The […] Envirotec Magazine · 13 Oct 2025 Industry news SRP and ESS launch 50MWh iron flow pilot Salt River Project (SRP) has partnered with ESS to deploy a 5MW/50MWh iron flow battery as part of a new long-duration energy storage (LDES) pilot – Project New Horizon.The public power utility, which serves the Phoenix metropolitan area, will install the system at its Copper Crossing Energy and Research Center in Florence, Arizona, under a… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 13 Oct 2025 Industry news Biffa subsidiary acquires north Scotland recycler Hamilton Waste and Recycling, part of the Biffa Group, has acquired Northern Recycling Solutions. According to Biffa, the deal expands the Group’s footprint in northern Scotland and strengthens Hamilton’s presence in the C&D sector. It also positions the Group to capitalise on new opportunities linked to investment in ports and renewable energy projects across the … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 13 Oct 2025 Industry news Hydrogen heat generator completes 2,500-hour durability test Hydrogen heating technology firm HYTING has successfully completed a 2,500-hour durability test on its 10kW heat generator, the HG10, simulating 10 years of real-world operation with no component failures. Independent testing confirmed the HG10’s flameless, catalytic process produces heat without CO2, NOx, or particulate emissions, validating its potential as a clean alternative for industrial … Envirotec Magazine · 13 Oct 2025 Council news Do it online - Wiltshire Council Wiltshire Council · 13 Oct 2025 Industry news Livery Food Initiative The post Livery Food Initiative appeared first on City Harvest . City Harvest London · 13 Oct 2025 Industry news Pathways to a circular plastic future: RECOUP conference explored options The annual conference held by recycling charity RECOUP brought together a range of voices from packaging, recycling, finance, and policy to examine how groups in the UK, and beyond, can move closer to true plastic circularity. (Words: RECOUP). Opening the event, Jeremy Blake of PackUK described 2025 as a pivotal year for the packaging landscape. […] Envirotec Magazine · 13 Oct 2025 Global The EU Budget After 2027: What Kind of Europe Are We Building? The EU’s next long-term budget will shape Europe until 2034. Katharina Wiese argues that the current proposal risks deepening austerity and inequality instead of leading towards a fair, just, and democratic future. Originally published in transform! europe. Europe’s future stands at a crossroads. When the European Commission unveiled its proposal for the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MF… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 13 Oct 2025 Industry news Toyota eyes 2027 launch for solid-state BEVs Toyota Motor Corporation is accelerating its push toward next-generation battery electric vehicles (BEVs) with the aim of launching BEVs equipped with all-solid-state batteries between 2027 and 2028.In collaboration with Sumitomo Metal Mining Co, the company has entered a joint development agreement to mass-produce cathode materials tailored for this advanced battery technology.All-solid-state … BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 13 Oct 2025 Industry news Welsh illegal waste operator ordered to repay £322,500 A man who ran illegal waste operations at three separate sites across Wales has been ordered to repay £322,500. Circular Online (CIWM) · 13 Oct 2025 Industry news Largest UK Dieselgate case begins as campaigners say public no longer trust car makers The biggest ever class action in the UK begins today (13 October), issuing a call for diesel cars across the industry to be investigated and recalled because of fears they are cheating diesel emissions tests. It is being brought by law firm Leigh Day, with support from parents and campaign groups, including Mums for Lungs, […] Envirotec Magazine · 13 Oct 2025 Industry news Asia-Pacific sodium-ion battery market set for rapid growth The Asia-Pacific sodium-ion battery (SIB) market is poised for exceptional growth, with forecasts projecting a rise from US$265.4 million in 2024 to US$6.84 billion by 2035, driven by a CAGR of 36.57%.According to a new Research and Markets report, to continue reading this article... You’ve reached your 5 article limit. Sign up to continue reading… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 13 Oct 2025 Industry news East Sussex pair sentenced for 1,200 tonne illegal waste dumping Two men from East Sussex have been sentenced for their roles in the illegal dumping of nearly 1,200 tonnes of baled waste at sites in Sussex and Kent. Between April and October 2018, large quantities of waste was deposited at two locations – a former railway yard in Kent known as the Bombardier site, and … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 13 Oct 2025 Industry news Flooding victims need single trusted line to expert help and clear accountability, MPs recommend The Government must set up a single national flood reporting and information service to prevent homes and livelihoods being exposed, a cross-party Committee of MPs has warned. In its report published on 13 October, the cross-party Environmental Audit Committee warns many communities still do not know who is responsible for managing flood risk where they […] Envirotec Magazine · 13 Oct 2025 Global Nieuwe duurzaam duo Komatsu machines voor Dura Vermeer reststoffen Van der Spek Vianen heeft onlangs twee nieuwe duurzame Komatsu machines in gebruik gesteld bij Dura Vermeer Reststoffen in Vijfhuizen. Er zijn een nieuwe hybride Komatsu HB365LC rupsgraafmachine en een nieuwe Komatsu WA475-11 laadschop geleverd. Beide machines zullen ingezet worden bij de mobiele puinbrekers van Dura Vermeer. Komatsu HV365LC graafmachines : De nieuwe hybride Komatsu […] Het ber… RecyclePro · 13 Oct 2025 Industry news The Guinness Open Gate Brewery | Irish Brand Homes | Careers - Diageo Diageo news and media · 13 Oct 2025 Industry news Smithwick’s Experience Kilkenny | Irish Brand Homes | Careers - Diageo Diageo news and media · 13 Oct 2025 Policy & government FCDO Services senior officials’ business expenses and hospitality, July to September 2025 Data on senior officials’ business expenses (including travel) and hospitality for the Chief Executive and Chief Operating Officer. GOV.UK · 13 Oct 2025 Industry news Irish Brand Home Jobs - Diageo Diageo news and media · 13 Oct 2025 Global 9 out of 10 people think protecting forests is critical. Here’s what you can do to stop forest destruction! We just got the results from a global public poll and it’s good news for the planet Greenpeace International · 13 Oct 2025 Council news ASHFORD DRAFT LOCAL PLAN 2042 - CALL FOR SITES (AUTUMN 2025) - Ashford Borough Council Ashford Council · 13 Oct 2025 Council news Scrutiny - Carmarthenshire County Council Carmarthenshire Council · 13 Oct 2025 Council news Council Tax, Benefits and Business Rates - Mid Sussex District Council Mid Sussex Council · 13 Oct 2025 Industry news Arla marks Lockerbie 50th - Arla Foods UK Arla Foods UK newsroom · 13 Oct 2025 Industry news Notpla - Notpla Notpla news · 13 Oct 2025 Council news Corporate Policy & Resources Committee 13 October 2025 Agenda Item – The Spelthorne Borough Council Off-Street Parking Pla - Spelthorne Borough Council Spelthorne Council · 13 Oct 2025 Council news Kendal Market Place and Kent Street – Early Engagement Questionnaire for Stakeholders - Westmorland and Furness Council Westmorland and Furness Council · 13 Oct 2025 Industry news Crown Estate’s ‘monopoly profiteering’ hampering offshore wind and pushing up bills – Greenpeace Greenpeace UK has warned the Crown Estate that it is considering taking legal action unless the public body stops “monopoly profiteering” at the expense of bill payers and offshore wind developers. The warning comes ahead of a major auction where energy firms are expected to bid for plots of seabed on which to build new […] Greenpeace UK · 13 Oct 2025 Global Für ein nachhaltiges Morgen, das im Heute beginnt Wuppertaler Nachhaltigkeitskongress „Klima und Zuversicht“ mit Extrem-Abenteurer Anselm Pahnke und Bestseller-Autorin Maren Urner. Wie lässt sich Nachhaltigkeit in bestehenden Strukturen sinnvoll gestalten? Wie lässt sich gesellschaftlicher Wohlstand im Einklang mit den ökologischen Herausforderungen erreichen? In einer Phase tiefgreifender Veränderung braucht es nicht nur neue Lösungen, sonder… Recyclingportal.eu · 13 Oct 2025 Global Recordhoeveelheid elektrisch en elektronisch afval ingezameld in 2024 dankzij sterke samenwerking In 2024 werd in België een recordhoeveelheid van 181 452 ton afgedankte elektrische en elektronische apparaten (AEEA) ingezameld. Dat is een stijging van 10 % ten opzichte van 2023. Deze opmerkelijke prestatie is het resultaat van een nauwe en efficiënte samenwerking tussen OVAM, BeWeee en Recupel. Vlaams minister van Omgeving Jo Brouns: “Deze cijfers tonen aan […] Het bericht Recordhoeveelheid… RecyclePro · 13 Oct 2025 Global Europese Bouwproductenverordening komt met belangrijke wijzigingen Het heeft lang geduurd, maar sinds een paar maanden is de nieuwe Europese Bouwproductenverordening van kracht. De CPR (Construction Products Regulation) geeft onder meer de verplichting voor CE-markering van bouwproducten. Hier gaat in de nieuwe regeling het een en ander aan veranderen. Dit artikel geeft de hoofdlijnen weer. De CPR is verplichtend voor de lidstaten. […] Het bericht Europese Bou… RecyclePro · 13 Oct 2025 Global Solarenergie: Millionen Haushalte könnten von Mieterstrom profitieren Mit Mieterstrom können Mieter günstigeren Solarstrom direkt vom Hausbesitzer beziehen. Eine neue Studie des Instituts der deutschen Wirtschaft (IW) zeigt: Das Modell lohnt sich und könnte einen großen Teil des Photovoltaik-Bedarfs decken. Bislang wird es jedoch kaum genutzt. Millionen Mieterhaushalte in Deutschland könnten von Solarstrom auf dem Dach profitieren. Das zeigt eine IW-Studie im Rah… Recyclingportal.eu · 13 Oct 2025 Global Gebührenstabilität unter Druck: Kommunale Abfallwirtschaft zwischen Finanzlast und Kreislaufanspruch 20. Fachkonferenz „Betriebswirtschaftliche Strategien für die Abfallwirtschaft und Stadtreinigung“. Die finanzielle Belastung der Kommunen wächst – und mit ihr der Druck auf die Gebührenhaushalte. Besonders im Bereich der Abfallwirtschaft stehen Städte und Gemeinden vor einem Dilemma: Einerseits steigen Betriebskosten, Personalaufwendungen und Investitionen, andererseits sollen die Gebühren sta… Recyclingportal.eu · 13 Oct 2025 Global „Es ist vor allem dieses Networking, das den Mehrwert für Besucherinnen und Besucher ausmacht“ 11. Tag der Entsorgungs-Logistik & Kommunaltechnik: Branchen-Event mit Rekordzahlen. Beim Get-together gab es ganz viel Lob und mancher Aussteller wollte umgehend fürs kommende Jahr buchen: Der „11. Tag der Entsorgungs-Logistik & Kommunaltechnik“, organisiert vom WFZruhr, war ein Highlight mit Rekordzahlen. Bei herrlichem Wetter traf sich die Branche auf dem bestens gefüllten Freigelände in Sel… Recyclingportal.eu · 13 Oct 2025