The Bureau of International Recycling (BIR) has renamed its Electrics, Electronics and EV Batteries Committee. The body will now operate under the simpler title of Electronics Committee. The announcement came during the committee's plenary session in Gothenburg on 2 June.

SWEEEP Kuusakoski operates one of the UK's largest waste electrical and electronic equipment recycling facilities in Kent near London. The site processes around 25% of the UK's mixed WEEE stream and is regarded as one of Europe's more advanced recycling plants for electronic waste.

The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection - Bureau of Sustainable Materials Management  has issued a Written Determination Permit for the processing of waste solar panels and photovoltaic components. This approval follows the Air Quality Control Permit granted on January 5, 2026, completing the permitting process required for facility commissioning.

With more than three decades of experience in the design, construction and operation of e-waste recycling plants, weeeSwiss Technology focuses on process engineering, system integration and plant optimisation across the entire WEEE value chain. The company observes that regulatory developments, changing material compositions and increasing safety requirements are redefining plant design and operation.

Coca-Cola India recently launched its new 100% rPET bottle for water - the first time that a packaging made of 100% recycled plastic is used for food or beverages in India.

A recent paper highlights the emissions gap that apparel industry giants will face if no urgent action is taken to prevent overproduction by governments.

With new UK packaging waste regulations now in full force and fixed penalty fines for those failing to meet their legal obligations, the concept of a circular economy has gained significant traction.