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A new study highlights that current UK tax policies undermine the government’s own circular economy ambitions. Researchers argue that inconsistent incentives discourage reuse and recycling while making wasteful practices cheaper.

The European Electronics Recyclers Association (EERA) has announced the appointment of Judith Wanjala as its new Policy, Communications and Members Officer, effective 1 October 2025.

Spanish recycler Eslava Plásticos has introduced AI-based optical sorting modules from Pellenc ST to enhance the quality of its HDPE recycling stream. The technology enables higher purity and greater throughput.

Technology provider Coperion will showcase its expanded portfolio of feeding and weighing solutions at K 2025. Following the integration of Coperion K-Tron and Coperion (formerly Schenck Process FPM), the company …

Zen Robotics and US Conveyor have received a repeat order for seven Heavy Picker robots from a U.S. steel recycler. The deal highlights growing demand for AI-driven scrap metal sorting.

EU lawmakers have struck a deal on new measures to tackle water pollution. While the agreement introduces stricter monitoring, environmental groups warn that existing protections are being diluted.

Bulk Handling Systems will build a state-of-the-art recycling facility in Grand Junction, Colorado. Operated by Bruin Waste, the plant will be the first fully automated MRF on the Western Slope.

The EU-funded Futuram project has presented new applications for recycling and reusing critical raw materials. The initiative aims to strengthen Europe’s resource security.

The Global Aluminium Can Collectors Alliance (GBCCA) has presented a new technology designed to strengthen aluminium can recycling. The initiative is intended to help close the loop and support a fully circular economy.

MAS and Siempelkamp Size Reduction will showcase the Iqonic Twin Predensifier at K 2025. The system is designed to boost efficiency and quality in film and light material recycling.

UK metals recycler S. Norton has announced a major investment at its Glasgow site. The expansion boosts capacity, efficiency, and environmental performance.

As part of European Mobility Week, the Plastics Technology Centre Aimplas has unveiled Scootech, a demonstrator electric scooter that integrates plastronics technology. Plastronics combines electronics with plastics, enabling lighter, more …