Recycling news: 2025

Global Inzameling van glasverpakkingen in Europa stijgt tot 80,8% Uit de meest recente gegevens van Close the Glass Loop blijkt dat de gemiddelde inzamelingsgraad voor recycling van glasverpakkingen in de EU verder is gestegen tot 80,8 % in 2023. Een bemoedigend resultaat als je weet dat de teller vijf jaar geleden nog op 76,4% stond. Toch zal het nog extra inspanningen vergen om in […] Het bericht Inzameling van glasverpakkingen in Europa stijgt tot 80,8% ve… RecyclePro · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news MIT boosts concrete battery energy capacity MIT researchers have made a leap in energy storage by developing a concrete battery which transforms concrete into a functional energy-storing material.Its latest version of the electron-conducting carbon concrete battery – known as ec3 – can now store 10 times more energy than previous iterations. Made from cement, water, ultra-fine carbon black and electrolytes, ec3 (e-c-cubed)… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 6 Oct 2025 Council news MyCouncil Tax Online - Milton Keynes Council Milton Keynes Council · 6 Oct 2025 Global EU leaders contaminated with PFAS “forever chemicals” BRUSSELS, 7 October Harmful PFAS substances have been found in the blood of 24 EU leaders from 19 countries, confirming that no one is immune to […] European Environmental Bureau · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news Driving the Future of Automotive Sustainability: AAEF 2025 Comes to Tianjin, China The 14th Asian Automotive Environmental Forum (AAEF) and the 2nd China Automotive Recycling Industry Development Conference will take place from October 20–23, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Tianjin East in Tianjin, China. This landmark event will gather a diverse mix of association leaders, auto recyclers, international experts, policymakers, business innovators, and recycling commentators to addr… Auto Recycling World · 6 Oct 2025 Global European Commission and European Bioplastics agree on a new bioplastics label Ridiculousness is not lethal. Bioplastics News · 6 Oct 2025 Global Borealis upgrades Integra site for recycled polypropylene https://www.indianchemicalnews.com/recycling/lite/borealis-upgrades-integra-site-for-recycled-polypropylene-27706 Bioplastics News · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news EcoPlast: Advancing Circularity in Automotive Plastics with Digital and Recycling Innovations As the automotive industry faces increasing pressure to reduce its environmental footprint, the EcoPlast project emerges as a pioneering initiative that blends advanced digital tools with cutting-edge recycling technologies to tackle one of the sector’s biggest sustainability challenges: plastic waste. Dr. Tamanna Khan, Chief Operating Officer at Technovative Solutions Ltd. (TVS), an innovation… ATF Professional · 6 Oct 2025 Global Lignin: The Wood By-product Transforming Car Filters https://www.todoalicante.es/english/lignin-wood-product-transforming-20251005061034-nt.html Bioplastics News · 6 Oct 2025 Global IIT Roorkee Innovates Tableware From Wheat Straw https://www.bweducation.com/article/iit-roorkee-innovates-tableware-from-wheat-straw-574221 Bioplastics News · 6 Oct 2025 Global Plant-Based Packaging: The Green Revolution for Vegan Brands Bioplastics News · 6 Oct 2025 Global Bangladesh Ministry declared plastic free https://www.bssnews.net/news/318255 Bioplastics News · 6 Oct 2025 Global Monash scientists create natural plastics for everyday packaging https://wastemanagementreview.com.au/monash-scientists-create-natural-plastics-for-everyday-packaging Bioplastics News · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news LFP battery demand to hit $160bn by 2030 The global lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries market is projected to surge from $65.03 billion in 2025 to $160.30 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 14.2%, according to a new MarketsandMarkets report.Known for their high energy density, thermal stability and long cycle life, to continue reading this article... You’ve reached your 5 article… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 6 Oct 2025 Policy & government Trade Specialised Committee on Level Playing Field for Open and Fair Competition and Sustainable Development This page brings together information about this Trade Specialised Committee under the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement. GOV.UK · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news Next-gen anodes could power UK EV growth Innovation in anodes could be the key to overcoming UK EV adoption hurdles and achieving climate goals, according to the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK (APC).In its new report, Advanced Anode Materials Value Chain, APC outlines how recent gains in lithium-ion battery cathodes have improved range, cost and charging speed. Now, similar breakthroughs are emerging in… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 6 Oct 2025 Policy & government Personal information charter DWP's personal information charter (or privacy policy) tells you about how and why we use your personal information and your rights and responsibilities. GOV.UK · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news Waste company fined £160,000 after father of two suffers life-changing injuries A Worcester-based waste and recycling company has been fined £160,000 after a loading shovel bucket fell onto a maintenance worker. Circular Online (CIWM) · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news Wandsworth schools lead drive for cleaner air A new initiative is being rolled out in Wandsworth to help schools, families and communities take action on air pollution. The Clean Air Schools programme will support teachers, pupils and parents to raise awareness of air quality and introduce practical measures to reduce pollution. Schools taking part can achieve accreditation at Bronze, Silver or Gold […] Air Quality News · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news Online fashion exploits plastic bag loophole prompting calls for change Ten years after the introduction of the UK’s plastic bag levy, online fashion is failing to keep pace with progress made on the high street, with the majority of UK consumers still receiving plastic with every order, according to new analysis. Polling commissioned by packaging business DS Smith appears to show that over three quarters […] Envirotec Magazine · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news 156 signatories call for an EU moratorium on new waste incineration in open letter 156 civil society organisations have issued a joint letter to the EU, calling for an immediate moratorium on approving and building new waste incineration facilities. The letter was addressed to the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, as well as EU Commissioners and national ministers. Led by the Zero Waste Europe network, the […] Circular Online (CIWM) · 6 Oct 2025 Policy & government Clean Energy Superpower Mission areas of research interest This document sets out the high-level research, development, and innovation needs for the Clean Energy Superpower Mission. GOV.UK · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news Construction begins at Protos carbon capture plant, following government backing Construction has begun on the Protos carbon capture and storage (CCS) facility, following a Notice-To-Proceed issued by Encyclis to Kanadevia Inova. Located at the Protos Energy Recovery Facility (ERF) near Ellesmere Port in Cheshire, the project has been described as “the UK’s first” full-scale CCS plant linked to an Energy from Waste (EfW) plant. With … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news Three ideas to make new towns into places people want to live It’s not often the government gets an opportunity resembling a fresh start, but embarking on a set of new towns holds that promise. The government has invoked the post-war Labour government’s renewal programme in its mission to build 1.5 million homes by 2030. It should […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 6 Oct 2025 Global Holistic Approach for Future-Proof Recycling Companies The circular economy is a key driver of growth and innovation for the plastics industry, stresses German company Source One GmbH in this article. Competing in the European plastics market has recently become increasingly challenging. Expanded raw material prices, delivery difficulties, and declining orders are determining the development of individual companies. Moreover, rising energy costs, […] Global Recycling · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news Councils warn against industry bids to control local waste services Government must resist calls from the waste packaging industry to take control of household waste and recycling services and ensure local communities remain at the heart of deciding how rubbish is collected in their neighbourhood, the Local Government Association (LGA) has warned. A 29 September statement from the group said: “Decisions about collections and services […] Envirotec Magazine · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news Fix six problems for circular economy, says lighting industry Europe’s lighting sector has warned that the EU’s Circular Economy Act will only succeed if key regulatory and market barriers […] Recolight · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news IKEA Gift Cards & Gift Vouchers - IKEA IKEA UK newsroom · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news Solar light ‘designed for circularity’ Signify says that its latest solar street light has been designed for the circular economy. The SunStay Pro gen2 and […] Recolight · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news Top lithium-ion battery fire prevention tips A recent QBE Insurance Group study has revealed a sharp rise in lithium-ion battery fires across the UK, with fire services now responding to at least three incidents daily – a 93% increase since 2022.This data underscores the urgent need to reinforce safety protocols across manufacturing, distribution and end-user education.Fire safety consultancy, Safety Group UK,… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 6 Oct 2025 Policy & government J Griffin v Lloyds Bank plc: 6010137/2024 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 6 Oct 2025 Policy & government Physical energy flow accounts (PEFA) 2025 Physical energy flow accounts (PEFA) record the flows of energy from the environment to the economy, within the economy, and from the economy back to the environment. GOV.UK · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news Adding EfW to the UK ETS could add ‘£35m annually’ to waste disposal costs, NLWA says North London Waste Authority have said the UK Emissions Trading Scheme could add £35 million annually to waste disposal costs for north London residents. Circular Online (CIWM) · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news 9/11 dust exposure linked to blood mutations in responders A new study has revealed how exposure to toxic dust from the World Trade Center collapse may trigger blood cancers in first responders, offering hope for preventing similar health crises following environmental disasters. Researchers at the Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center analysed blood samples from nearly 1,000 first responders exposed to the WTC site, comparing […] Air Quality News · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news Waste firm fined £160k after worker sustained ‘life-changing’ injuries A Worcester waste and recycling company has been fined £160,000 after a loading shovel bucket fell onto one of its employees. Blackpole Recycling was prosecuted by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) following the incident at its site on Blackpole Trading Estate West, Worcester. Maintenance worker Andrew Taylor was hit by a vehicle’s bucket which … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news Grundon announces Board changes The post Grundon announces Board changes appeared first on Grundon . Grundon Waste Management · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news EV battery swapping market to reach $5.93bn by 2030 A new report from Mordor Intelligence forecasts strong growth in the EV battery swapping market, with revenues expected to rise from $1.62 billion in 2025 to $5.93 billion by 2030 – representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 29.65%.Battery swapping is gaining traction as a practical solution to key barriers in EV adoption, including… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news Lighting designers upcycle lights in unique Dubai event Independent lighting designers have upcycled surplus and used luminaires in a unique event designed to raise awareness of the value […] Recolight · 6 Oct 2025 Council news Coffee Pod Recycling with Podback - Stratford-on-Avon District Council Stratford-on-Avon Council · 6 Oct 2025 Industry news LIDL INVESTS £250 MILLION IN SLASHING PRICES FOR CUSTOMERS - Lidl Lidl GB media centre · 6 Oct 2025