Recycling news & research

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

Policy & government Kent waste operator loses environmental permit Fire-risk among Environment Agency’s many concerns GOV.UK Environment Agency news — waste · 22 Jul 2026 Policy & government Written Statement: Summary of announcements made at the Royal Welsh Agricultural Show 2026 (22 July 2026) - gov.wales Welsh Government News · 22 Jul 2026 Council news Public consultation launched for Torbay’s new Destination Management Plan - Torbay Council Torbay Council · 22 Jul 2026 Research & science Black coral shapes influence how microscopic cilia move food and oxygen An international research team led by scientists from the Max Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology in Bremen and the Leibniz Institute for Baltic Sea Research Warnemünde (IOW) investigated how the shape of black corals influences the functions of their cilia. The findings are published in the journal Communications Biology. Phys.org — 'waste' search feed · 22 Jul 2026 Global Recology acquires Tahoe Truckee Sierra Disposal The transaction is expected to close this fall, with the company taking on the Recology Tahoe Truckee name. Waste Today Magazine · 22 Jul 2026 Global Recology to acquire Tahoe Truckee Sierra Disposal The transaction is expected to close this fall, with the company taking on the Recology Tahoe Truckee name. Recycling Today · 22 Jul 2026 Global Recology to acquire Tahoe Truckee Sierra Disposal The transaction is expected to close this fall, with the company taking on the Recology Tahoe Truckee name. Waste Today Magazine · 22 Jul 2026 Global Significant Injury Occurs at Troubled Camden EMR Recycling Facility The EMR scrap metal recycling plant in Camden, New Jersey, is under scrutiny again following an injury at the location. Waste360 · 22 Jul 2026 Research & science Nanoscale additive manufacturing of metals, alloys, and metal oxides - Nature Nature subject feed — Environmental Sciences · 22 Jul 2026 Global REI Expands Footprint with Acquisition of MRE Strengthening Nationwide Presence Recycling Equipment Inc, headquartered in Newton, NC, has acquired Midwest Recycling Equipment. Waste360 · 22 Jul 2026 Council news 243 public EV charging points installed across Wrexham County Borough - news.wrexham.gov.uk Wrexham Council · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news OPRL Monthly Round-Up (October 2026) Hello! This page is only available to members. Click here to login Existing members can be given access to our Members’ Area via their Account Owner or Manager. If you experience problems, or need help with this, please contact our Member Support Team . Not a member yet? Sign up here! OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news World Cup boots rapid grocery delivery to yearly share highs Fmcg sales via quick commerce services like Deliveroo, Uber Eats and supermarkets’ own rapid delivery apps hit 14% of all online grocery sales on the day of the England football team’s World Cup quarter-final match, the data shows The Grocer — sustainability · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news World Cup boosts rapid grocery delivery to yearly share highs Fmcg sales via quick commerce services like Deliveroo, Uber Eats and supermarkets’ own rapid delivery apps hit 14% of all online grocery sales on the day of the England football team’s World Cup quarter-final match, the data shows The Grocer — sustainability · 22 Jul 2026 Council news Hinckley to benefit from new banking hub Residents and businesses across Hinckley and Bosworth are set to benefit from a new banking hub, bringing vital face-to-face banking services back to the town centre. Hinckley and Bosworth Council · 22 Jul 2026 Council news Community Grants and Funding Programme supports local projects - Elmbridge Borough Council Elmbridge Council · 22 Jul 2026 Council news Community Frieze artwork unveiled at Boorley Green - Eastleigh Borough Council Eastleigh Council · 22 Jul 2026 Global ReSpark acquires UptimePM The equipment maintenance and facility management platform will be rebranded as ReSpark Maintenance. Recycling Today · 22 Jul 2026 Council news Moray residents urged to remain vigilant of wildfire risk - Moray Council Moray Council · 22 Jul 2026 Council news Welcome to the Northumberland County Council Careers Hub - jobs.northumberland.gov.uk Northumberland Council · 22 Jul 2026 Council news Green flag awards 2026 - Swale Borough Council Swale Council · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Responsible Glass publishes draft global sustainability standard MRW Responsible Glass publishes draft global sustainability standard Coalition glassmaking sector groups launch consultation on framework draft for creating new global certification scheme Responsible Glass publishes draft global sustainability standard Daniel Bosley MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Can we have a world without PFAS? - Chemistry World Chemistry World · 22 Jul 2026 Global New Research Highlights Opportunity to Strengthen Consumer Battery Recycling Education Ninety-nine percent of Americans use a lithium-powered device every day, but a new study from Cirba Solutions finds that most don't know how or where to recycle the batteries inside them. Waste360 · 22 Jul 2026 Council news Local organisations invited to host healthy‑eating workshops - news.wrexham.gov.uk Wrexham Council · 22 Jul 2026 Council news Join Ruils for a Disability Pride celebration event - London Borough of Richmond upon Thames Richmond upon Thames Council · 22 Jul 2026 Council news Sheen Food Fest returns this September - London Borough of Richmond upon Thames Richmond upon Thames Council · 22 Jul 2026 Council news Search results - Dudley Council Dudley Council · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news MPAS sets out priorities for Scottish Government - Agg-Net Agg-Net · 22 Jul 2026 Council news M6 Tebay South M6 Tebay South Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:35 Air temperature 21.50 Dew temperature 10.80 Relative humidity 50.00 Surface state 4.00 Surface temperature 38.60 Timestamp Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:20 Vaisala id 15382 Visibility 2000.00 Wind direction 341.00 Wind speed 2.40 Cumberland Council · 22 Jul 2026 Council news A66 Banks Gate A66 Banks Gate Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:35 Air temperature 20.70 Dew temperature 10.30 Relative humidity 51.00 Surface state 4.00 Surface temperature 38.00 Timestamp Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:20 Vaisala id 12686 Visibility 2000.00 Wind direction 243.00 Wind speed 2.60 Cumberland Council · 22 Jul 2026 Council news A591 Kendal Bypass A591 Kendal Bypass Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:35 Air temperature 22.40 Dew temperature 14.50 Relative humidity 61.00 Surface state 4.00 Surface temperature 37.70 Timestamp Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:30 Vaisala id 12639 Wind direction 103.00 Wind speed 0.50 Cumberland Council · 22 Jul 2026 Council news B5305 Skelton Crossroads B5305 Skelton Crossroads Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:35 Air temperature 22.90 Dew temperature 11.20 Relative humidity 48.00 Surface state 4.00 Surface temperature 44.80 Timestamp Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:30 Vaisala id 12441 Cumberland Council · 22 Jul 2026 Council news Unthank Unthank Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:35 Air temperature 22.40 Dew temperature 10.40 Relative humidity 47.00 Surface state 4.00 Surface temperature 50.00 Timestamp Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:30 Vaisala id 12359 Wind direction 355.00 Wind speed 1.00 Cumberland Council · 22 Jul 2026 Council news A591 Windermere A591 Windermere Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:35 Air temperature 22.70 Dew temperature 14.50 Relative humidity 60.00 Surface state 4.00 Surface temperature 44.70 Timestamp Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:30 Vaisala id 12237 Wind direction 239.00 Wind speed 1.50 Cumberland Council · 22 Jul 2026 Council news A592 Kirkstone Pass A592 Kirkstone Pass Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:35 Air temperature 18.60 Dew temperature 11.50 Relative humidity 63.00 Surface state 4.00 Surface temperature 36.80 Timestamp Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:30 Vaisala id 8700 Wind direction 175.00 Wind speed 2.90 Cumberland Council · 22 Jul 2026 Council news A595 Calder Bridge A595 Calder Bridge Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:35 Air temperature 20.10 Dew temperature 13.30 Relative humidity 65.00 Surface state 4.00 Surface temperature 44.70 Timestamp Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:30 Vaisala id 3138 Wind direction 222.00 Wind speed 3.40 Cumberland Council · 22 Jul 2026 Council news M6 Low Hurst M6 Low Hurst Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:35 Air temperature 22.80 Dew temperature 11.10 Relative humidity 47.00 Surface state 4.00 Surface temperature 38.30 Timestamp Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:30 Vaisala id 3137 Visibility 2000.00 Wind direction 299.00 Wind speed 2.10 Cumberland Council · 22 Jul 2026 Council news A595 Soutergate A595 Soutergate Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:35 Air temperature 21.60 Dew temperature 14.40 Relative humidity 63.00 Timestamp Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:20 Vaisala id 2470 Cumberland Council · 22 Jul 2026 Policy & government MDOT awards road construction grant that will support jobs and investment in the City of Durand - State of Michigan (.gov) Michigan EGLE · 22 Jul 2026