Recycling news: 2025
Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 3 Aug 2026.
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Powerday Foundation Celebrates Success at World Box Club
The post Powerday Foundation Celebrates Success at World Box Club appeared first on Powerday .
Powerday · 9 Apr 2025
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ReMA to Recognize Industry Titan Steve Levetan with Lifetime Achievement Award
The Recycled Materials Association (ReMA) announced on April 8 that it will recognize Steve Levetan with its 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award at ReMA2025 in San Diego. Levetan will be honored for his years of advocacy work within the recycled materials industry and community.
Auto Recycling World · 9 Apr 2025
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Wales and England consulting on environmental permitting reforms
The UK and Welsh Governments have launched a joint consultation on reforms to environmental permitting regulations.
Circular Online (CIWM) · 9 Apr 2025
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Just Eat Takeaway introduces new plastic-free food takeaway boxes with world-first Morro Coating
The post Just Eat Takeaway introduces new plastic-free food takeaway boxes with world-first Morro Coating appeared first on Xampla .
Xampla news · 9 Apr 2025
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Latest Good Fish Guide ratings show mackerel in decline - Marine Conservation Society
Marine Conservation Society · 9 Apr 2025
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The EU strikes a landmark agreement to prevent plastic pellet pollution across land and sea - eia-international.org
Environmental Investigation Agency · 9 Apr 2025
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COMMENT: No stopping on net-zero
A little digging can go a long way to effective carbon reduction, but don’t get too bogged down in the data. By David Burrows Last week marked the launch of the latest Footprint Intelligence report: ‘Data decarbonisation and diets – how foodservice can benefit as a net-zero leader’. I believe the launch, hosted by co-writer […]
Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 8 Apr 2025
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Ancient rocks boost case for mini ice age linked to fall of Rome
Unusual rocks on an Icelandic beach were dropped there by icebergs, adding to evidence that an unusually cool period preceded the collapse of the Roman Empire
New Scientist — Environment · 8 Apr 2025
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Unpacking the First CSRD Reports: What Can We Learn?
With the first reports now published and many more on the way, we have analysed the first round of reports to identify key insights.
Anthesis Group · 8 Apr 2025
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Suez commences £144m Southend-on-Sea contract
Suez recycling and recovery UK has commenced its £144 million waste and recycling contract with Southend-on-Sea city council. The contract – which is worth £18 million a year – was announced last October and will last eight years. Suez officially took over the contract on 5 April 2025 from waste management company Veolia which has … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 8 Apr 2025
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Soaring high with a flock of birds and their human ‘foster parents’
The northern bald ibis was extinct in Europe. Now it’s back, and people are helping it to migrate for winter
Positive News · 8 Apr 2025
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Andrea Soto assumes the management of Used World Parts with the aim of consolidating its growth at national and international level
Used World Parts (UWP), a Galician e-commerce platform specialized in the sale of automotive exchanges throughout Europe, has appointed Andrea Soto as the company's new manager, in a move that marks the beginning of a stage focused on sustained growth, operational optimization and source of internal talent.
Auto Recycling World · 8 Apr 2025
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Analysis: Nearly 60 countries have ‘dramatically’ cut plans to build coal plants since 2015
Nearly 60 countries have drastically scaled back their plans for building coal-fired power plants since...
Carbon Brief · 8 Apr 2025
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Mitigating the UK’s Dependence on Chinese Resources
The post Mitigating the UK’s Dependence on Chinese Resources appeared first on Recyclus Group | The UK’s First Industrial Scale Lithium-Ion Battery Recyclers .
Recyclus Group news · 8 Apr 2025
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Vehicle parts supplier GPS opens Newbury delivery hub
The Green Parts Specialists (GPS) has opened a new delivery hub in Newbury, West Berkshire. The company supplies vehicle parts to a variety of industries, including recycling and waste. GPS said that it hopes that the new distribution centre will expand its distribution capabilities in the south of England. It currently operates other delivery hubs … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 8 Apr 2025
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Powerday Partners with Fulham Cross Academy on 5-Year STEM Challenge Programme
The post Powerday Partners with Fulham Cross Academy on 5-Year STEM Challenge Programme appeared first on Powerday .
Powerday · 8 Apr 2025
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Birmingham bin strikes explained: What is the dispute about?
Mountains of waste piled up on streets and reports of rats the size of kittens as an all-out strike in Birmingham continues. What is the reason for the industrial action and when will it end?
Circular Online (CIWM) · 8 Apr 2025
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Collaboration, Change, and Cheers to 30 Years: Highlights from the 2025 OARA Convention
Set against the stunning backdrop of Niagara Falls, the Ontario Auto Recycling Convention and Trade Show drew a record-breaking crowd of 450 attendees from March 27 to 29. Over two days filled with insightful presentations, panel discussions, yard tours, and vibrant networking, the central theme of collaboration echoed throughout. However, the highlight of the event was a heartfelt tribute to E…
Auto Recycling World · 8 Apr 2025
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Eunomia Report - Eunomia Environmental Research & Consulting
Eunomia Research & Consulting · 8 Apr 2025
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The Green Parts Specialists open delivery hub in South of England
The UK’s leading green parts supplier, The Green Parts Specialists (GPS) have opened a new delivery hub in Newbury, further expanding their distribution network and delivering significant environmental benefits.
ATF Professional · 8 Apr 2025
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The Remakers Unveils the First European Remanufacturing Offer Dedicated to Electric Vehicles at Rematec
THE REMAKERS announces its first participation at the Rematec trade fair, which will take place in Amsterdam from April 8 to 10. The company will present its full product range, including the first European remanufacturing solution for electric vehicles. This includes the remanufacturing of the electric engine and power electronics, which, alongside the traction battery, are the most expensive …
Auto Recycling World · 8 Apr 2025
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Binn Group acquires R Finnie Skip Hire in Inverness
Perthshire-based Binn Group has announced the acquisition of R Finnie Skip Hire in Inverness. The skip hire and scrap metal recycler’s 17 team members will join the Binn Group’s 140-strong workforce. Fiona Labrum, who has managed the Shore Road depot for 22 years, will relocate to Inverness to take on the role of site manager. … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 8 Apr 2025
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Sustainability Bites in association with Nestlé Professional. Episode 5: Scope 3: Measuring Industry Progress in association with Nestlé Professional
In this episode of Sustainability Bites we do a deep-dive into industry progress on all matters Scope 3. Scope 3 remains one of the sector’s biggest challenges
Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 8 Apr 2025
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Defra opens consultation on environmental permitting
A joint consultation to reform environmental permitting regulations has been launched by the UK and Welsh governments. The consultation was recommended by economist Dan Corry following the release of his internal regulatory review of Defra last week. The review recommended that the Defra makes changes to its permitting and enforcement processes. The reforms being consulted … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 8 Apr 2025
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Ben Responds to Spring Statement: Concerns Over NHS Abolition and Welfare Cuts
Following the Government’s recent Spring Statement, Ben’s Chief Executive Officer, Rachel Clift, has voiced serious concerns about the implications of tighter public spending, particularly the £5bn welfare cuts and the abolition of NHS England. As a dedicated health and wellbeing charity for the automotive industry, Ben is calling attention to the potential impact these changes may have on indi…
ATF Professional · 8 Apr 2025
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ALDI LAUNCHES SUPERMARKET FIRST OWN-LABEL ALUMINIUM WINE BOTTLE FOR JUST £5.99
Aldi is toasting to a greener future with the launch of the UK’s first supermarket own-brand aluminium wine bottle. Arriving in stores on 14th April, the Costellore Pinot Grigio (£5.99, 75cl) delivers exceptional value and impressive sustainability credentials. The innovative aluminium bottle weighs just 95g, almost 75% lighter than a standard glass bottle, and is […]
Aldi UK Press Centre · 8 Apr 2025
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Altilium in the News: BBC News visits Altilium’s ACT2 recycling facility in Plymouth
Altilium was pleased to welcome BBC News to its new ACT2 facility in Plymouth last week, for an exclusive look at the company’s plans to build a sustainable domestic supply chain for critical battery materials in the UK. On a tour of the 18,000 square foot facility, the first of its kind in the UK, [...]
Altilium news · 8 Apr 2025
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Herefordshire Council launches kerbside WEEE collections
Herefordshire Council has launched kerbside collections of batteries and small waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) items this week.
Circular Online (CIWM) · 8 Apr 2025
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2024 PRN Revenue Expenditure - Beyondly
Beyondly (formerly Comply Direct) · 8 Apr 2025
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CIWEM Presidential Conference 2025: The Ripple Effect | COVENTRY | IN-PERSON - The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management
CIWEM (Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management) · 8 Apr 2025
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Cory Group and Imperial College London partner to drive innovation in Carbon Capture - Cory Group
Cory Group · 8 Apr 2025
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Creating the future of dairy: Arla Foods and DMK Group announce intention to merge - Arla Foods UK
Arla Foods UK newsroom · 8 Apr 2025
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The UK’s new consumer law strengthens powers to act on false green marketing
This post is by Sophie Tuson, environment and climate change lead at the international law firm RPC. At the start of April, a new era for consumer regulation began. Important sections of the UK’s new Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCC Act) came […]
Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 8 Apr 2025
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Trees capture toxic fingerprint of gold mining in the Amazon
Mercury pollution accumulating in trees could offer a new way to monitor destructive gold mining operations
New Scientist — Environment · 8 Apr 2025
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Power-sector CO2 hits ‘all-time high’ in 2024 despite record growth for clean energy
Global power-sector emissions hit an “all-time high” in 2024, despite solar and wind power continuing...
Carbon Brief · 7 Apr 2025
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We’ve just launched the UK’s first Repair Voucher pilot
We could not be more excited to announce the launch of our Repair Voucher trial programme, running from April to September 2025.
The Restart Project · 7 Apr 2025
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Herefordshire council launches kerbside collection for WEEE
As of today (7 April 2025), Herefordshire council has launched kerbside collection for batteries and small waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This includes items such as kettles, hairdryers, clocks, cameras, mobile phones, power tools and electronic toys. Residents have been asked to remove any batteries from broken small electrical items and place them on … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 7 Apr 2025
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Altilium in the news: “Where EV batteries go to die – and be reborn”
BBC Future, the BBC’s award-winning science website, takes a look at Altilium’s pioneering work to turn old EV batteries into a domestic supply of critical minerals, in this in-depth Green Tech article published today. Visiting Altilium’s ACT1 facility in Devon, science journalist Michael Marshall got to see first-hand how our scientists are creating a cleaner, [...]
Altilium news · 7 Apr 2025
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Footprint Intelligence white paper: Deliver commercial advantage through sustainable water management in association with Waterscan
As global temperatures continue to rise and extreme weather events become more commonplace, access to cheap, plentiful water can no longer be taken for granted.
Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 7 Apr 2025
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Finland’s Evolving Vehicle Recycling Ecosystem: Tackling ELVs, Boosting Reuse, and Preparing for the EV Future
As Europe tightens its environmental regulations and shifts toward a circular economy, Finland is stepping up its efforts in responsible vehicle recycling. Juha Kenraali, Director of Suomen Autokierrätys (Finnish Car Recycling Ltd), sheds light on how the country is tackling the challenges surrounding end-of-life vehicles (ELVs), enhancing reuse practices, and preparing dismantlers for the comp…
Auto Recycling World · 7 Apr 2025