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The second half of 2025 could see renewed investment in pyrolysis oil after the EU set out its approach to mass-balance accounting in early July. It has proposed a fuel-exempt model. A consultation on the proposals ended on 19 August. The Commission is currently conducting a review before presenting a final draft to its technical, with the aim of adopting the proposals under an implementing decision in autumn 2025. It is currently unclear the extent of any changes to the SUPD proposals resulting from the consultation
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Built to deliver a long reach required for barge loading/unloading and large scrapyard applications, the new Cat MH3295 Material Handler will feature a dedicated swing pump for smooth, coordinated movement and a wide track undercarriage for optimum stability and performance. Electrohydraulic controls plus advanced Caterpillar technologies help boost productivity on jobs that demand high performance.
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The European Climate Neutrality Observatory (ECNO) has released a 2025 report which warns that building emissions remain one of the key roadblocks towards net-zero targets. Between 2018 and 2023, annual CO₂ cuts from the sector were about 16.5 million tonnes: and it has to double by 2030, the study says.
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Significant progress has been made in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution, but the overall state of Europe’s environment is not good, especially its nature which continues to face degradation, overexploitation and biodiversity loss.
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Thermal utilisation
Civil society calls for immediate moratorium on new waste incinerators across the EU
156 civil society organisations have issued a joint letter to President Ursula von der Leyen, EU Commissioners, and national ministers calling for an immediate moratorium on approving and building new waste incineration facilities across the EU.
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Bjorstaddalen, a Norwegian waste management company, has commissioned a new Material Recovery Facility (MRF) to provide decentralised, cost-effective household waste recycling using equipment from ZenRobotics and Terex Recycling Systems.
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Tomra Recycling has released a new eBook examining the role of artificial intelligence in recycling. The publication explains deep learning and its applications in sorting processes, highlighting opportunities for material recovery and plant optimization.
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Vanden Recycling is offering free polymer analysis throughout October. The initiative aims to give manufacturers and recyclers detailed insights into their plastic materials to support more efficient and circular use of resources.
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A new study from Iowa State University compiles global lists of restricted substances in food packaging. The research, supported by IAFNS, highlights chemicals of concern and offers a resource for regulators, manufacturers and recyclers.
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A European initiative is working to close the loop on polypropylene recycling. By converting kerbside waste into food-grade material, the project aims to reduce reliance on virgin plastics and support Europe’s circular economy goals.
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A newly developed process aims to expand the scope of PET recycling. It combines extrusion with an infrared-based polymerisation step, making it possible to recycle not only bottles but also PET trays.
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Chemical recyclingPlasticsVehicles
BASF, Porsche and BEST complete pilot project on chemical recycling
BASF, Porsche and BEST have completed a pilot project demonstrating how gasification can recycle waste streams from end-of-life vehicles. Even complex shredder residues can be turned into feedstocks for new plastic components.
