A roadmap to tackle marine litter: Experts consider key ingredients
A recent study published in Marine Pollution Bulletin itemises the practical steps required to create a roadmap for combating marine litter. It was authored...
UK project sets out the world’s first roadmap to a circular space economy
From reusable rockets to space stations that could one day recycle floating debris into new materials, a first-of-its-kind study from the University of Surrey...
Aberdeen project to turn potato waste into “skincare gold”
A new project at the University of Aberdeen is exploring how to turn potato waste into high value compounds that can be used for...
Are biodegradable plastics the answer to microplastics?
Biodegradable plastics are emerging as an alternative to conventional plastics to address microplastic pollution. Unlike conventional plastics, biodegradable plastics are designed to break down...
German group looks to make wind energy rotor blades from renewable materials
A German research project is trying to develop wind turbine rotor blades made entirely from renewable materials.
The group – a partnership between Kiel...
High-temperature incineration still key to destroying PFAS, UK study finds
A report published by the Environment Agency concludes that high-temperature incineration (HTI) remains the only proven, commercially viable method for large-scale destruction of per-...
Councils report fly-tipping as ‘major problem’ as incidents pile up
Keep Britain Tidy calls for action and says rogue 'white van’ traders are driving surge in illegal dumping
Environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy is calling...
From microplastics to megastructures: Earthshot prize finalists reviewed
Finalists in this year’s Earthshot Awards include a breakthrough microplastics filter and “the world’s first fully upcycled skyscraper”. The final 15 were announced in...
Report outlines how Europe can secure its industrial future by creating markets for clean...
The EU can trigger billions in clean investment, build competitiveness and secure its industrial future via policies to create lead markets for clean materials,...
Biodegradeable PCBs demonstrate operation at GHz frequencies
A collaboration between the University of Glasgow and Jiva Materials has demonstrated biodegradable “Soluboards” capable of operating at GHz frequencies. The advance holds forth...
Cap-and-trade preferable to landfill bans, says report by European waste NGO
A new policy briefing from Zero Waste Europe (ZWE)1 urges the EU to move beyond narrow landfill bans and adopt a cap-and-trade system to...
Pathways to a circular plastic future: RECOUP conference explored options
The annual conference held by recycling charity RECOUP brought together a range of voices from packaging, recycling, finance, and policy to examine how groups...
Waste profiling system selected by TIME as one of the best inventions of 2025
An AI-powered camera system that profiles waste streams within recycling facilities has been included among a selection of Best Inventions by TIME.
To compile this...
Green chemicals firm in Grangemouth offers thoughts on demand trends
Demand is increasing for green chemicals that do without fossil fuel-derived ingredients, says Celtic Renewables, a Scottish firm focused on the sector, which attributes...
First-of-its-kind waste trading platform launches in Scotland
A tech startup has created a Bloomberg-style trading platform to support a range of sectors in Scotland with their net zero and sustainability goals,...
Online fashion exploits plastic bag loophole prompting calls for change
Ten years after the introduction of the UK’s plastic bag levy, online fashion is failing to keep pace with progress made on the high...
Councils warn against industry bids to control local waste services
Government must resist calls from the waste packaging industry to take control of household waste and recycling services and ensure local communities remain at...
New report warns skills shortages threaten circular economy progress
A new report warns that skills shortages will hold back the UK's efforts to move towards a circular economy, drawing upon the appraisal of...
Toothpaste tubes are now recyclable, announces WRAP and major brands
One of the announcements at Recycle Week 2025 was a collaboration between major toothpaste brands, climate action NGO WRAP, and local authorities, to the...
Startup turns captured CO2 into everyday cleaning ingredients
A UK firm has announced the world’s first commercial anionic surfactant1 produced using captured CO2 as a principal feedstock. Announced on 30 September, Viridi's...
