Recycling news: 2025

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

Global México | Organizaciones de la sociedad civil alertan sobre greenwashing en iniciativas de plásticos y falsas soluciones verdes del gobierno federal Ciudad de México, a 7 de octubre de 2025 – Organizaciones de la sociedad civil denunciaron el avance de iniciativas legislativas y acciones impulsadas por legisladoras y legisladores y la […] GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 7 Oct 2025 Council news Cemeteries and burials - Renfrewshire Council Renfrewshire Council · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Yorkshire Water models sewer data availability An ongoing project with Yorkshire Water is taking a proactive approach to combined sewer overflow (CSO) management, shifting from reactive responses to preventative measures – crucial for both regulatory compliance and environmental protection. New legislation mandating near real-time data availability for CSOs, that came into force for England and Wales in January 2025, has prompted […] Envirotec Magazine · 7 Oct 2025 Policy & government Cyber Governance Code of Practice - evaluation survey A survey tracking uptake and feedback on the Cyber Governance Code of Practice. GOV.UK · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Autumn 2025 Recycling Events in Focus October 2025 marks a pivotal month in the UK's recycling calendar, connecting the momentum from September’s National Recycle Week through to Recycling Expo 2025[1] (7th – 8th October), and culminating with International E-Waste Day[2] (14th October). Der Beitrag Autumn 2025 Recycling Events in Focus erschien zuerst auf United Kingdom (EN) . ERP UK (European Recycling Platform) · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Pasteurisation plays crucial role in award winning New Zealand AD plant MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Pasteurisation plays crucial role in award winning New Zealand AD plant An award-winning biogas plant which pioneered food waste collection and treatment in New Zealand has benefitted from using a dedicated pasteurisation system supplied by HRS Heat Exchangers. In July, Ecogas, which operates New Zealand’s first and only commercial-scale anaerobic digestion… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 7 Oct 2025 Global McKinsey Global Materials Perspective 2025 – Key Takeaways and Insights I've just watched the McKinsey Global Materials Perspective 2025; and here are the key takeaways. Bioplastics News · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news COMMENT: ‘Heremade’ food helps recharge and reconnect A break in central Scotland helps me reconnect with natural food and (thanks to a bacon sandwich) chew over the writing that keeps me hungry. Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 7 Oct 2025 Research & science BMC (formerly BioMed Central) Journals | Open access, community-focused - Springer Nature Link Circular Economy and Sustainability (Springer) · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news jobmate to launch jobsafe incident reporting app at FORS Annual Conference jobmate, a leading UK developer of operational software and founded in 2018, is unveiling jobsafe, a workplace incident reporting app designed to transform how organisations capture and manage accident and incident data, with a specific focus on field-based environments. The new safety app will be launched at the FORS Annual Conference 2025, taking place on 23rd October at the International Con… Skip & Waste Magazine · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news One of Earth’s most vital carbon sinks is faltering. Can we save it? For decades, forest, grasslands and other land ecosystems have collectively absorbed up to a third of the carbon dioxide we emit each year – but this climate buffer may be collapsing far sooner than anyone expected New Scientist — Environment · 7 Oct 2025 Global [Opinion] RETHINKING WASTE: My Transformative Journey to Sustainability through the Africa Zero Waste Academy. By Namwanga Patricia Kizito, 2025 Africa Zero Waste Participant ‘Participating in the Academy was an invaluable experience that has inspired me to pursue a personal zero-waste lifestyle and promote a […] GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Barons Court Project: Ex-homeless turn art into global business The post Barons Court Project: Ex-homeless turn art into global business appeared first on City Harvest . City Harvest London · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Downton Distillery: Redefining Spirits Through Craft, Conservation and Circularity What began as a small rural operation has become a respected example of how circular design and ecological restoration can underpin a drinks business. Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news All Bar One recognised as a sustainability leader in hospitality With a mission to create a more inclusive and environmentally conscious experience for guests and teams alike, we have consistently pushed boundaries Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news News in brief (07/10/2025) News in brief including: Virgin Media O2 and Coventry City Council have extended their #CovConnects partnership for 18 months; Forest Green Rovers, Vegware and Grundon have launched a composting system for matchday packaging; SunSkips unveiled a fleet of pink refurbished skips for Breast Cancer Awareness Month; and CIWM’s Sarah Poulter has been named CEO of … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 7 Oct 2025 Global Scientists in Australia create natural plastics for everyday packaging https://qazinform.com/news/scientists-in-australia-create-natural-plastics-for-everyday-packaging-b619c6 Bioplastics News · 7 Oct 2025 Council news Planning Application: PA/2025/1739 - Ashford Borough Council Ashford Council · 7 Oct 2025 Global Kennebunkport launches pilot composting program to cut waste https://eu.seacoastonline.com/story/news/local/2025/10/04/kennebunkport-launches-pilot-composting-program-to-cut-waste/86495677007 Bioplastics News · 7 Oct 2025 Global Degradation of PBAT mulch by plastic-degrading bacteria under the influence of organic fertilizers and effects on soil https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2213343725043222 Bioplastics News · 7 Oct 2025 Global Inconsistent plastic definitions across UK Regulations create barriers for bio-based innovation https://hub-4.com/news/inconsistent-plastic-definitions-across-uk-regulations-create-barriers-for-bio-based-innovation Bioplastics News · 7 Oct 2025 Global Waste PET Bottle-Based Midsoles https://www.cleanthesky.com/innovation/far-eastern-new-century Bioplastics News · 7 Oct 2025 Global Fourth-gen heir’s bold bioplastics bet over sugar https://www.pressreader.com/india/mint-kolkata/20251004/282102052861379 Bioplastics News · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Factcheck: What the Climate Change Act does – and does not – mean for the UK The UK’s Climate Change Act is a landmark piece of legislation that guides the nation’s... Carbon Brief · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Think Energy unveils new high-voltage BESS range Think Energy Group has launched a new high-voltage battery energy storage system (BESS) range, tailored to meet the increasing energy demands and sustainability targets of industrial and commercial operations.The SiteGrid series includes five scalable models – SiteGrid X100, X200, X200+, X350 and X500 – covering capacities from 100kVA to 500kVA. These systems allow businesses to… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 7 Oct 2025 Council news Events Archive | Page 119 of 1335 - Knowsley Libraries Knowsley Council · 7 Oct 2025 Council news Huyton Saturday Craft - Knowsley Libraries Knowsley Council · 7 Oct 2025 Policy & government National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage: government evidence on enforcement and compliance, 2024 This report sets out a summary of the government’s evidence and analysis on the enforcement of the National Living and National Minimum Wage. GOV.UK · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Driving Circularity Forward: Why the automotive industry needs strategic recycling partners now more than ever ‘Upcoming changes to EU law give car makers a chance to reassess their approach to recycling and the circular economy, turning compliance into a competitive advantage” - By Patrick Davison, EMR Director of Sustainability ATF Professional · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Auto parts theft: Mobilians call for traceability The Ministerial Statistical Service for Internal Security (SSMSI) published its annual report on Insecurity and Crime 2024 on July 10, 2025. This revealed 96,100 thefts of vehicle accessories recorded in 2024, an increase of +4% compared to 2023. These offenses constitute a significant proportion of property crimes, and their clearance rate remains below 7% one year after the events (SSMSI – An… Auto Recycling World · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news World Food Day: Sharing Meals & Building Community at the Abbey Centre The post World Food Day: Sharing Meals & Building Community at the Abbey Centre appeared first on City Harvest . City Harvest London · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Over 100 NGOs Launch Manifesto Urging EU Leaders to Stop PFAS Pollution CHEM Trust alongside more than 100 NGOs have united to demand urgent EU action to stop PFAS pollution. In our joint manifesto launched today, we warn that Europe is facing a PFAS pollution crisis that threatens people’s health and must be treated as an emergency. The manifesto calls on the EU to introduce a broad […] CHEM Trust · 7 Oct 2025 Research & science Ocean heatwaves are breaking Earth’s hidden climate engine Marine heatwaves can jam the ocean’s natural carbon conveyor belt, preventing carbon from reaching the deep sea. Researchers studying two major heatwaves in the Gulf of Alaska found that plankton shifts caused carbon to build up near the surface instead of sinking. This disrupted the ocean’s ability to store carbon for millennia and intensified climate feedbacks. The study highlights the urgent… ScienceDaily — Pollution · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Solar energy is now the world’s cheapest source of power, says new study Solar energy is now so cost-effective that, in the sunniest countries, it costs as little as £0.02 to produce one unit of power, making it cheaper than electricity generated from coal, gas or wind, according to a new study from the University of Surrey. In a study published in Energy and Environment Materials, researchers argue […] Envirotec Magazine · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Byproduct from chemical recycling finds use in rubber industry Char, a solid byproduct of chemical recycling, is being explored as a substitute for carbon black in rubber production, offering a new outlet for the material. Produced when plastics are broken down at high temperatures, char has until now been largely viewed as a secondary output with few uses beyond energy recovery. However, new trials … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 7 Oct 2025 Global Compost Registration, Labeling And Distribution Requirements The USCC and its representatives have worked to simplify compost labeling and registration on a national basis. However, individual composters must better understand product distribution regulations in states where they market. Part I BioCycle · 7 Oct 2025 Global Pescafácil uses BASF EPS Ccycled® EPS https://www.basf.com/global/en/media/news-releases/2025/10/p-25-198 Bioplastics News · 7 Oct 2025 Global Efficient and scalable upcycling of oceanic carbon sources into bioplastic monomers https://www.nature.com/articles/s41929-025-01416-4 Bioplastics News · 7 Oct 2025 Industry news Enphase launches IQ Battery 5P in India Enphase Energy has introduced its IQ Battery 5P with FlexPhase technology to the Indian market, offering robust backup power for both single-phase and three-phase systems.Designed to meet the demands of India’s residential and small commercial sectors, the modular battery system supports scalable energy storage up to 40kWh.Each 5kWh unit delivers up to 3.84kW in single-phase… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 7 Oct 2025 Global New Grant Program Fuels Organics And Compostable Packaging Recovery The eight selected municipal and composter-led projects will receive grants “designed to fuel systemic change and increase the acceptance of certified compostable packaging across the U.S.” BioCycle · 7 Oct 2025