More than half of consumers admit to recycling less at Christmas
More than half of consumers say that they recycle less at Christmas, due to the ‘overwhelming’ level of waste generated,…
Recycling
Read More
Recycled polyester creates more microplastic particles during washing, study suggests
A new study by the Changing Markets Foundation has suggested that recycled polyester is not as environmentally-friendly as initially assumed,…
H&M signs deal with Recover to source recycled cotton
Fashion giant H&M Group has signed a multi-year deal with Recover, a materials science company focused on the development of…
What EU country recycles the most plastic packaging waste?
The European Union recycles just over two fifths (42.1%) of all generated plastic packaging waste, according to new Eurostat data….
Ireland set to miss mandatory EU recycling targets, EPA says
Ireland is on course to miss mandatory European Union recycling targets set for 2025, the country’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)…
Global EV battery recycling market to grow at a CAGR of 40.8%
The global market for EV battery recycling is set to grow at a CAGR of 40.8% between 2024 and 2035,…
Clarios expands European battery recycling footprint
Battery technology firm Clarios has announced a ‘significant expansion’ of its European battery recycling footprint with the integration of three…
Recycling lithium batteries can power a sustainable future, study claims
Recycling lithium-ion batteries can provide a valuable secondary source of lithium, supporting both a circular economy and ensuring long-term sustainability…
Majority of consumers view terms like ‘fully recyclable’ in a positive light
A majority of consumers in France, Germany, Great Britain and Poland perceive terms such as ‘fully recyclable’ and ‘contains recycled…
Global recycled ocean plastics market could be worth $3.5 billion by 2034
The market for global recycled ocean plastics is expected to be worth around $1.93 billion this year, and could be…