Recycling news: 2024

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

Industry news Geminor reports 28% rise in RDF being used by UK facilities Waste fuel specialist Geminor has reported a 28% rise in the amount of RDF it handles being processed by UK facilities for energy recovery. In a statement today, the Norwegian-owned company explained that of the 761,000 tonnes handled by Geminor UK in 2023, close to 177,000 tonnes were sent to UK facilities for energy recovery. … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 24 Jan 2024 Industry news Fife Communities Climate Action Network fccan.org.uk info@fccan.org.uk Fife Communities CAN is affiliated to the Scottish Communities Climate Action Network. Fife Climate Hub empowers community-led action on the climate crisis. We build capacity of existing community groups working on climate and deliver stronger collaboration between them. Circular Communities Scotland · 24 Jan 2024 Industry news Recycleye and SWEEEP use AI for waste electrical sorting Waste management technology company Recycleye has announced the “first successful commercial application” of AI computer vision in the sorting of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). In partnership with Kent-based waste electrical recycler SWEEEP Kuusakoski, an optical sorter that uses AI and machine learning was deployed at SWEEEP’s Sittingbourne site to sort e-waste for recycling… letsrecycle.com News · 24 Jan 2024 Industry news LIA and Recolight Announce Net Zero Lighting Conference How to sustainably manufacture lighting equipment Organised by the LIA and Recolight 15Hatfields Conference Centre, London Thursday 2 May 2024 […] Recolight · 24 Jan 2024 Industry news Building the Case for Net Zero: Retrofitting Office Buildings - UK Green Building Council UK Green Building Council · 24 Jan 2024 Industry news Sipping with a purpose – Polytag joins forces with One Water Polytag collaborates with One Water to set new standards in the beverage industry, employing advanced QR code technology for enhanced product traceability and consumer engagement. This partnership not only boosts sustainability efforts but also offers deep market insights, crucial for navigating future regulations. Experience the future of ethical hydration with Polytag's smart QR codes on One … Polytag news · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Untitled - FareShare The Felix Project · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news NESCAN nescan.org 01224 432042 info@nescan.org NESCAN (North East Scotland Climate Action Network) is a regional network of people and community led organisations that act to reduce and adapt to climate change in Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire. Circular Communities Scotland · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Highlands & Islands Climate Hub hiclimatehub.co.uk 01847 630396 enquiries@hiclimatehub.co.uk The aim of the hub is to support community led climate action in the Highlands & Islands in all the stages it takes to design, develop and deliver a project. We can support existing community groups or help communities to form new groups. Circular Communities Scotland · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Lentil Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe This Veganuary, try this cheap and cheerful lentil spaghetti bolognese recipe. This serves 5-6 people and costs under £5. City Harvest London · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news First Witness Statement of Paul William Mark Benson in ClientEarth's case against Shell's Board of Directors - ClientEarth ClientEarth · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news CANNEDFOOD.CO.UK COOKS UP RECORD GROWTH Celebrity chef Theo Michaels renews as CFUK ‘CANbassador’ for another year Canned Food UK (CFUK) which shows consumers new and exciting ways to cook with canned food, has enjoyed record […] MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Diageo diageo.com 0131 519 200 We are a global alcoholic drinks company with strong roots in Scotland. Pioneering grain-to-glass sustainability is an integral part of our strategy. Circular Communities Scotland · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Recoup calls for ‘rethink’ on non-OECD ban as plastic exports rise Plastics recycling charity Recoup has called for a “rethink” on plans to ban the export of waste to non-OECD countries, after data shows a rise in plastic exports which “would likely have otherwise gone to landfill or incineration”. The data provided by Recoup, whose members include major producers such as Aldi, Co-Op and McDonald’s, show … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Lego pilots reuse-driven brick take-back service in the UK Lego has launched a take-back pilot programme in the UK, where customers can return its plastic bricks for recycling, with the recycled materials being used to create new items supporting creativity and learning in schools. edie — Circular Economy tag · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Sponsor the RECOUP Awards and Conference The post Sponsor the RECOUP Awards and Conference appeared first on RECOUP . RECOUP · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Clearaway hails fire plan after battery causes blaze at Basildon site Essex-based waste management company Clearaway has underlined the importance of its “robust fire prevention plan”, after a large fire broke out at its its facility in Pitsea, near Basildon. Essex County Fire and Rescue Service was called to the scene at around 12:30 on Friday (19 January) after 250 tonnes of material and plant machinery … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news ENGAGE: Driving fashion towards a sustainable future through collaboration For edie’s ENGAGEMENT Week, Shaun Packe, chief operating officer at Superdry explores how a new collaborative partnership with Formula E is helping to engage the public on how they can switch to more sustainable clothing. edie — Circular Economy tag · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Report: Plastic contributes more emissions than aviation industry Plastic contributes 3.4% (1.8 billion tonnes) of global greenhouse gas emissions every year, more than either the Aviation (1.9%) and Shipping (1.7%) industries, according to a new report. The report by plastic waste prevention startup CleanHub also found that 60% of plastic emissions come from its production, 29% from distribution, and 11% from disposal. […] Circular Online (CIWM) · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Energy Saving Week 2024 Energy saving week is the theme for this week at Bywaters, and we have a lot of great tips to help you save energy around your home. These simple steps can make a big difference, from switching off appliances when not in use to using natural light wherever possible. For more information on how you can save energy and money, visit our website or follow us on social Bywaters · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Biffa retains £39m HWRC contract it gained from Viridor deal South Lanarkshire council has awarded Biffa a £39 million contract for the management of its household waste and recycling centre (HWRC) network. The deal, which will run for an initial seven years with the option of a further three, was inherited by Biffa when it acquired Viridor’s recycling assets in 2021 (see letsrecycle.com story). The … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news COP 28: Key takeaways and the global sustainability agenda for 2024 The post COP 28: Key takeaways and the global sustainability agenda for 2024 appeared first on Reconomy . Reconomy · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Succession writer Jesse Armstrong hands Greenpeace £25k to fight Shell lawsuit Shell's lawsuit echoes Cousin Greg's attempt to sue Greenpeace during Season 3 of Succession. Greenpeace UK · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Waste criminal given prison sentence after being on the run since 2019 James Mete has been sentenced to 18 months in prison after being on the run since 2019 when he and his two daughters were found guilty of running an illegal waste site in Kent. Circular Online (CIWM) · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Notpla - Notpla Notpla news · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news The Transfrontier Shipment Regulations: Transferring our waste problems onto our neighbours - WasteCare WasteCare · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news Artemide system used recycled materials Italian lighting brand Artemide has unveiled a major range which features the use of partially recycled, recyclable and easily dismantled […] Recolight · 23 Jan 2024 Industry news #SustyTalk: Volution Group CEO Ronnie George on effective sustainability communications As part of edie's week of multimedia content dedicated to sustainability reporting and communications, this new #SustyTalk episode sees Volution Group chief executive Ronnie George giving his top tips for engaging stakeholders from staff to suppliers. edie — Circular Economy tag · 22 Jan 2024 Industry news Community Wood Recycling Achieves Supply Chain Sustainability School Gold Membership We are proud to announce that we have achieved Supply Chain Sustainability School Gold membership, awarded in recognition of outstanding achievement in sharing knowledge and experience while maintaining a high level of training. At Community Wood Recycling we pioneered a circular economy approach to dealing with timber waste more than twenty years ago. Since [...] Community Wood Recycling · 22 Jan 2024 Industry news Durham rolls out 186 WEEE collection points Durham county council has today (22 January) unveiled plans to expand the number of collection points for waste electricals across the region to 186. This will include 36 pink bins for residents to drop off disposable vapes. Boosted by a £100,000 grant from Material Focus, which is funded by the WEEE compliance fee, the project … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 22 Jan 2024 Industry news Powerday charity shop raises £50,000 for Harlington Hospice The post Powerday charity shop raises £50,000 for Harlington Hospice appeared first on Powerday . Powerday · 22 Jan 2024 Industry news Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge - FareShare The Felix Project · 22 Jan 2024 Industry news Appointments round-up (22/01/24) With news on: Kathleen Wantz-O’Rourke appointed chief financial officer of Suez; IEG names new managing director; and, Electric recycler appoints new managing director Kathleen Wantz-O’Rourke appointed chief financial officer of Suez Suez has announced Kathleen Wantz-O’Rourke as chief financial officer and member of the executive committee. The company has said that since 1984, Ms Wantz-O’Rourk… letsrecycle.com News · 22 Jan 2024 Industry news Essex forecasts £309m trading scheme cost in waste tender Essex county council formally launched its latest waste disposal tender notice on Friday, 19 January, where it estimated that the emissions trading scheme (ETS) will add £309m to the deal. The tender notice for the treatment of 337,000 tonnes of residual waste per year was published for an initial seven years plus a potential seven … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 22 Jan 2024 Industry news Scotland publishes consultation on circular economy transition The Scottish Government publishes draft Circular Economy and Waste Route Map consultation, which calls for mandating food waste reporting and modernising household recycling services. Circular Online (CIWM) · 22 Jan 2024 Industry news M&S Food invests in price of over 200 products as part of trusted value promise for 2024 - Marks & Spencer M&S corporate press releases · 22 Jan 2024 Industry news McDonald’s rolls out 3D printed lights Global hamburger chain McDonald’s has begun rolling out 3D printed pendants to its restaurants and says it wants to have […] Recolight · 22 Jan 2024 Industry news Sign in - Ecoveritas Ecoveritas · 21 Jan 2024 Industry news Concur Support Page - Greene King - Greene King Greene King newsroom · 20 Jan 2024 Industry news Contact Us - Greggs Corporate Greggs corporate media · 20 Jan 2024