Recycling news: 2025

Industry news Carpet recycling scheme to extend to York A floor covering distributor has expanded its takeback scheme following the success of a pilot in Northampton. The Headlam Group has announced that the carpet recycling scheme will be extended to York imminently. It allows customers to take carpets and other similar materials such as underlay to take-back points for recycling by its partner Innovate … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news ADBA Responds to Land Use Consultation We submitted our response to DEFRA’s Land Use Consultation in April 2025 and disagreed with the intention of reducing arable land by saying it is unnecessary since intended outcomes of nature recovery and climate mitigation can still be achieved through use of proper land management and supporting technologies like AD. ADBA emphasised that our industry… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news Robin Brundle, Director and Co-Founder of Recyclus Group, Joins The Faraday Institute Board of Trustees The post Robin Brundle, Director and Co-Founder of Recyclus Group, Joins The Faraday Institute Board of Trustees appeared first on Recyclus Group | The UK’s First Industrial Scale Lithium-Ion Battery Recyclers . Recyclus Group news · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news 32% of UK couples have weekly arguments over recycling A survey has revealed that 32% of UK couples argue over recycling “at least once a week”. Commissioned by Every Can Counts, 2,000 Brits were surveyed about the domestic fallouts recycling can cause both at home and out and about. 23% of those surveyed said that disagreements about recycling had escalated into bigger arguments, with … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news Industrial waste is turning into rock in just decades Industrial waste is turning into rock in decades, according to research from the University of Glasgow. The newly observed Earth system cycle challenges previous understanding that rock requires millions of years to form naturally. The research found that slag – a waste product from the steel industry – turns into rock in as little … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news The government should start their food strategy by picking ‘low hanging fruit’ Work on the government’s new food strategy is now well underway. The Food Strategy Advisory Board was announced just under a month ago, causing concern due to the heavy industry representation. But while government-led food strategies in the past have tended to culminate in a […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news ALDI DROPS PRICE OF PROSECCO TO UNDER £5 FOR MAY BANK HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS Aldi is bringing the sparkle to your Early May Bank Holiday with a jaw-dropping deal on its Costellore Prosecco Spumante DOC – now just £4.99 a bottle, down from £6.99! That’s a 29% saving on this crowd-pleasing fizz, but hurry – this promotion is only available in stores until 4th May. Known for its delicate […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news Footprint Awards 2025 Shortlist announced! In another record year for entries, we are delighted to announce the shortlist for Footprint Awards 2025, revealing the foodservice and hospitality sector’s leading responsible business initiatives. Footprint Awards remains the only initiative to honour the achievements of companies in the area of Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news PackUK Publishes RAM Version 1.1 — Here’s What You Need to Know 28 April, 2025 RAM v1.1 is now live from PackUK, streamlining recyclability assessments for large producers. Learn how OPRL tools help meet 2025 pEPR reporting rules. OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news Gaynor Pates joins WRA team as Membership Manager The Wood Recyclers’ Association (WRA) is delighted to announce that Gaynor Pates, former Chair of the Trade Association Forum, has been appointed to the new role of WRA Membership Manager. Wood Recyclers Association · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news The problem with Extended Producer Responsibility regulation UK press (GDELT archive) · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news Shoplight takes back bio lights Retail illumination specialist Shoplight says it has received the first return of its Nort biopolymer lights under its take back […] Recolight · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news Dextra reuses luminaires at education office Lighting manufacturer Dextra has reused luminaires at the office of an education provider in the East Midlands while delivering energy […] Recolight · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news Use of tungsten at opera house ‘unethical’ A report into Jersey’s refurbished Opera House found its lighting system uses an ‘unethical’ amount of energy. It said the […] Recolight · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news Three good things: surprising alliances tackling entrenched challenges From truck drivers targeting human trafficking to millionaires advocating economic equality, a trio of collaborations from unexpected places Positive News · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news ALDI LAUNCHES 2-IN-1 MICROWAVE AIR FRYER Aldi is set to revolutionise kitchens this summer with the launch of its NEW 2-in-1 Microwave Air Fryer, available in stores from 1st May. The innovative appliance combines the convenience of a microwave with the healthy cooking power of an air fryer, all for just £119.99 Shoppers had better be quick if they want to […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news Men must pay over £2 , 000 for fly - tipping in Batley | Bradford Telegraph and Argus UK press (GDELT archive) · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news UK’s first carbon certificate for WEEE reuse announced The UK’s first certified carbon certificate programme for reuse waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) has been announced. The Appliance Recycling Group and Bloom ESG will work on the joint initiative to develop the carbon certificates, technically known as “insets”. The insets will be based on the avoided emissions from extending product lifecycles of WEEE … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news ETS expansion could lead to waste service cuts, warn councils Councils warn expanding the Emissions Trading Scheme to waste incineration could place ‘billions of pounds of unavoidable costs’ onto them over the next decade. Circular Online (CIWM) · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news Welcome to Our New Member Hub Learn about the all-new OPRL Members Hub – redesigned with a fresh look, improved navigation, and exclusive tools and resources. OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news ICER Net Zero specification launched The Industry Council for Electronic Equipment Recycling (ICER) has issued a detailed specification designed to help WEEE recyclers and schemes […] Recolight · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news Can I take my 25 % tax - free pension lump sum in separate slices ? STEVE WEBB replies UK press (GDELT archive) · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news ‘Epic misunderstanding’: Natural England chief slammed following defence of Planning Bill - ENDS Report ENDS Report · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news British scientists given £50m to explore sun-dimming techniques to fight climate change - Engineering and Technology Magazine E&T Magazine (IET) · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news Reusable Nappy Week 2025 - East London Waste Authority East London Waste Authority · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news Recycle for Greater Manchester offers up to £20k in grants UK press (GDELT archive) · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news Recycle for Greater Manchester offers up to £20k in grants UK press (GDELT archive) · 28 Apr 2025 Industry news Forensics : Murder Scene UK press (GDELT archive) · 27 Apr 2025 Industry news Forensics : Murder Scene UK press (GDELT archive) · 27 Apr 2025 Industry news DP World’s clean energy milestone and Headlam’s take-back scheme expansion: The sustainability success stories of the week As part of our Mission Possible campaign, edie delivers this member-exclusive weekly round-up of five of the best sustainable business success stories of the week. In this week's edition, DP World’s clean energy milestone, and much more. edie — Circular Economy tag · 27 Apr 2025 Industry news Staying green in Oxford - Cherwell UK press (GDELT archive) · 27 Apr 2025 Industry news Somerset incredible garden - to - plate hotel is changing how chefs grow and guests eat UK press (GDELT archive) · 27 Apr 2025 Industry news Top 3 catalysts for SPY , DIA , and QQQ ETFs this week UK press (GDELT archive) · 27 Apr 2025 Industry news Mansfield District Council set to spend £500k on self - operating bin lorries UK press (GDELT archive) · 27 Apr 2025 Industry news Banff to Bethlehem project produces international artwork UK press (GDELT archive) · 27 Apr 2025 Industry news Northumberland planning applications submitted this week UK press (GDELT archive) · 27 Apr 2025 Industry news Liverpool film studio recognised for sustainability efforts UK press (GDELT archive) · 27 Apr 2025 Industry news New book explores Bradford life from 2000 to 2050 | Bradford Telegraph and Argus UK press (GDELT archive) · 26 Apr 2025 Industry news Mark Andrews : Cons go to Iceland , mad Steve Maga comeback , and what will our towns do with their £2 million windfall ? UK press (GDELT archive) · 26 Apr 2025 Industry news HS2 clay recycled by creative groups in Park Royal UK press (GDELT archive) · 26 Apr 2025