Recycling news: 2025

Industry news Radford House - CleanupUK CleanupUK · 29 Sept 2025 Global Verpact -The Netherlands- Accelerates Toward 2030 Recycling Goals with New Agreements and Strong 2024 Results Verpact has taken major steps in 2024 to improve the quality and quantity of packaging waste recycling in the Netherlands. Through new agreements with municipalities and strong national performance, the organization is reinforcing its commitment to achieving—and exceeding—European recycling targets. EXPRA · 29 Sept 2025 Industry news THAT’S THE SPIRIT! ALDI UNVEILS DAZZLING RANGE OF BOOZY CHRISTMAS GIFTS FROM JUST £5 This festive season, Aldi is set to make spirits sparkle with an irresistible collection of boozy gifts, perfect for every palate and budget. From globe liqueurs to festively decorated gin crackers, shoppers can unwrap the magic of Christmas in stores from 2nd November. The Infusionist Globes (£13.99, 70cl) are back in three NEW flavours: Blood […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 29 Sept 2025 Global Turning a problem into a resource: Scientists transform biomass tar into high-value carbon materials https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1099858 https://www.azom.com/news.aspx?newsID=64922 Bioplastics News · 29 Sept 2025 Global Global Plastics Treaty Negotiations Collapse in Geneva After nearly two weeks of intense negotiations from 5 to 14 August 2025, the fifth Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5.2) session in Geneva failed to deliver a legally binding Global Plastics Treaty, marking another setback in the UN-led effort to combat plastic pollution across the entire lifecycle. EXPRA · 29 Sept 2025 Global Sustainable packaging startup launches ‘first fully home-compostable pipette dropper’ for beauty packaging https://www.cosmeticsdesign.com/Article/2025/09/26/sustainable-packaging-startup-launches-first-fully-home-compostable-pipette-dropper-for-beauty-packaging Bioplastics News · 29 Sept 2025 Global CICC: Policy-driven development of the biodegradable plastics industry with low capacity utilization for PBAT. https://news.futunn.com/en/post/62656006/cicc-policy-driven-development-of-the-biodegradable-plastics-industry-with?level=1&data_ticket=1759154941801629 Bioplastics News · 29 Sept 2025 Global One-Pot Synthesis of PBAT from PET Waste Using Metal-DES Catalytic Systems for Sustainable Packaging Applications https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acsomega.5c04609 Bioplastics News · 29 Sept 2025 Global AI Catalysis and Microreaction Technology Enable Mass Production of High-performance Biobased Materials. Xiangsheng Technology Completes Two Rounds of Angel+ Round Financing Worth Tens of Millions of Yuanai Bioplastics News · 29 Sept 2025 Industry news Collection Day | Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council - Bryson Recycling Bryson Recycling · 29 Sept 2025 Global Symphony CEO addresses plastics solutions at SPE conference https://www.investing.com/news/company-news/symphony-ceo-addresses-plastics-solutions-at-spe-conference-93CH-4256822 Bioplastics News · 29 Sept 2025 Global Scientists Use Bacteria to Produce Stronger and Eco-Friendly Plastic Without Any Byproducts https://www.zmescience.com/research/materials/scientists-use-bacteria-to-produce-stronger-and-eco-friendly-plastic-without-any-byproducts Bioplastics News · 29 Sept 2025 Industry news Why the ‘Loop’ refill model, which failed in the UK, is thriving in France EXCLUSIVE: Terracycle’s ‘Loop’ platform, providing consumer goods in refillable packaging, has reached industrial scale in France, three years after being axed in the UK. CEO Tom Szaky explains why the model thrives in one market, but flopped in the other. edie — Circular Economy tag · 29 Sept 2025 Global Plasma: The fourth state of matter drives sustainable carbon upcycling Bioplastics News · 29 Sept 2025 Global TotalEnergies Corbion and Floreon partner on PLA bricks https://whattheythink.com/news/127776-adaptive-interiors-lower-carbon-footprint Bioplastics News · 29 Sept 2025 Global Circular Economy Act: EU Launches Public Consultation to Shape Future Waste Policy On 1 August 2025, the European Commission officially launched a public consultation for the forthcoming Circular Economy Act (CEA), marking a pivotal step toward strengthening the EU’s circular economy framework. The consultation is open until 6 November 2025, and feedback is being collected via a text box format on the Have Your Say portal. EXPRA · 29 Sept 2025 Global Environmental Influence on Degradation of Chitosan Bioplastics https://pubs.acs.org/doi/full/10.1021/acsomega.5c04552 Bioplastics News · 29 Sept 2025 Global Confidence in recycling continues to fall, warns WRAP study Bioplastics News · 29 Sept 2025 Industry news Privacy Notice - Bryson Recycling Bryson Recycling · 29 Sept 2025 Global EU Parliament Approves Landmark Waste Framework Directive Revision On 9 September 2025, the European Parliament gave final approval to a major revision of the Waste Framework Directive (Directive 2008/98/EC), introducing binding targets to reduce food and textile waste across the European Union. This legislative update marks a significant step in the EU’s transition toward a circular economy, aligning with the goals of the European Green Deal and the Circular … EXPRA · 29 Sept 2025 Industry news Join Us in Birmingham for ARA’s 82nd Annual Convention & Expo! Each year, the Automotive Recyclers Association hosts its Annual Convention & Exposition, bringing together professionals from across the globe. This year, we’re excited to gather in one of the South’s best-kept secrets—Birmingham, Alabama, from October 15–18, 2025, as we celebrate 82 years of representing the automotive recycling industry. Auto Recycling World · 29 Sept 2025 Industry news Re Sustainability Launches India’s Largest ELV Recycling Network: Re Carma Re Sustainability Limited (ReSL), a leading circular economy and environmental solutions provider in Asia, has officially launched Re Carma, India’s largest organized End-of-Life Vehicle (ELV) recycling network. This move marks a significant step forward in formalizing and scaling vehicle recycling in one of the fastest-growing automotive markets globally. Auto Recycling World · 29 Sept 2025 Industry news Ben launches Equality, Diversity & Inclusion training for the automotive industry Today, Ben is launching its new Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) training course which has been created for all employees across the automotive industry. The course covers the impact of EDI, strategies for recognising and addressing bias and how to champion diversity as a driving force for innovation and collaboration within organisations. ATF Professional · 29 Sept 2025 Global Environmental Omnibus: EU Public Consultation Closed The European Commission’s Environmental Omnibus, launched on 22 July 2025, aims to simplify EU environmental legislation to make it faster, easier, and cheaper to implement—particularly for businesses. The public consultation closed on 10 September. EXPRA · 29 Sept 2025 Industry news Coming into play, the trailblazing young footballer changing the game Award-winning footballer Iqra Ismail is creating space for all in the beautiful game Positive News · 29 Sept 2025 Industry news Net Zero White Paper 2025 Bywaters' Net Zero 2025 White Paper and their commitment to a more sustainable future. Bywaters · 29 Sept 2025 Policy & government Renewables obligation level calculations: 2026 to 2027 The level of the Renewables Obligation for 2026 to 2027, and the underpinning calculation methodology. GOV.UK · 29 Sept 2025 Policy & government GDP monthly estimate, UK: December 2026 Gross domestic product (GDP) measures the value of goods and services produced in the UK. It estimates the size of and growth in the economy. GOV.UK · 29 Sept 2025 Industry news European Commission Proposes Further Delay to EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) The post European Commission Proposes Further Delay to EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) appeared first on Clarity . Clarity Environmental · 29 Sept 2025 Industry news Rethinking Packaging: How Smarter Choices Can Reduce Your EPR Costs The post Rethinking Packaging: How Smarter Choices Can Reduce Your EPR Costs appeared first on Clarity . Clarity Environmental · 29 Sept 2025 Industry news Greggs Opens 40th Outlet Shop in Edinburgh to Help Cut Food Waste and Support Communities - Greggs Corporate Greggs corporate media · 29 Sept 2025 Global Upcoming events Explore the complete EXPRA calendar here, featuring all upcoming events and key updates. EXPRA · 29 Sept 2025 Industry news ALDI UNVEILS NEW FESTIVE SPIRITS RANGE WITH PRICES FROM JUST £4.99 Christmas is all about getting into the spirit, and this year Aldi is helping shoppers raise the bar at home with its range of festive tipples. From fruity gin liqueurs to chocolatey boozy delights, Aldi’s 2025 line-up is packed with seasonal sips to make every celebration merrier. The line-up includes: NEW Ballycastle Chocolate Caramel & […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 29 Sept 2025 Global Joint Industry Statement on Harmonised Waste Sorting Instructions for Packaging In July 2025, EXPRA, alongside more than 50 European industry organizations, issued a joint statement urging the European Commission to reconsider the draft Joint Research Centre (JRC) guidelines on EU waste sorting labels. The statement criticizes the proposed emphasis on text and full-color labels, warning that this approach risks reintroducing national barriers within the Single Market by re… EXPRA · 29 Sept 2025 Industry news RAISE A GLASS THIS CHRISTMAS WITH ALDI’S PREMIUM WINE SELECTION Aldi has brought its most premium selection of wines yet to shelves for the festive season. Featuring everything from bold, full-bodied reds and crisp whites to vibrant, fruity rosés, this handpicked collection has something for every occasion. Shoppers can enjoy top-quality wines with all the style and flavour, without the premium price tag. Winter Whites: […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 29 Sept 2025 Global EXPRA & EPRO Joint Feedback on Single Use Plastic Directive Implementing Act Single-Use Plastics Directive – Public consultation on rules for calculating, verifying and reporting recycled content in single-use plastic beverage bottles. The Extended Producer Responsibility Alliance (EXPRA) and the European Association of Plastics Recycling and Recovery Organisations (EPRO) have submitted joint feedback to the European Commission’s draft Implementing Act on the Single-Use… EXPRA · 29 Sept 2025 Global Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) Confirms Legality of Single Not-for-Profit EPR Model EXPRA · 29 Sept 2025 Global EXPRA Responds to Environmental Omnibus Consultation EXPRA welcomes the Environmental Omnibus as a timely opportunity to streamline EU regulation while safeguarding environmental ambition. To ensure a well-functioning EPR framework, EXPRA urges two targeted fixes: aligning the application of the new producer definition with the calendar year from 1 January 2027, and adopting a proportionate EU-wide Authorized Representative regime. These adjustme… EXPRA · 29 Sept 2025 Global Online Marketplaces: Unlocking Their Role in Extended Producer Responsibility 17 September 2025- EXPRA joins 63 NGOs, industry associations and consumer groups in calling on EU policymakers to recognise online marketplaces as economic operators under EU law. We urge platforms to verify product compliance or link every listing to a registered EU/EEA operator, enforce seller traceability, demand proof of EPR registration and payment, and accept financial liability for any … EXPRA · 29 Sept 2025 Industry news Our Impact | Recycle the Right Way - Bryson Recycling Bryson Recycling · 29 Sept 2025