Tag: recycling
NSW’s Return and Earn hits 14 billion containers recycled
The Return and Earn scheme in New South Wales has surpassed 14 billion drink containers recycled since its launch in December 2017.
Neometals to exit lithium-ion battery recycling business
Neometals Ltd has announced plans to exit the lithium-ion battery (LiB) recycling sector through a proposed divestment of its 50 per cent interests in two key joint ventures with Germany-based SMS Group GmbH.
Deakin and Samsara Eco partner to advance enzyme-based textile recycling
Deakin University’s Recycling and Clean Energy Commercialisation Hub (REACH) has partnered with Australian company Samsara Eco to accelerate the development of enzyme-based recycling technology aimed at tackling one of the textile industry’s most pressing challenges – recycling synthetic fibres and mixed materials that are typically considered unrecyclable.
New Vanden catalogue aims to secure rPET supply for manufacturers
Vanden Global has launched a new PET Recycled Resins & Flakes Catalogue aimed at helping Australian manufacturers secure certified recycled feedstock that meets both regulatory and production demands.
Iondrive, CSIRO launch project to turn battery waste graphite into anode-grade material
Iondrive Limited has launched a new project in partnership with CSIRO to convert waste graphite from used lithium-ion batteries into anode-grade material, marking a development in its battery recycling commercialisation strategy.
Capral, Sims Metal and Rio Tinto launch Qld closed-loop recycling initiative
Capral has announced a major step forward in Australian aluminium sustainability through a new closed-loop recycling initiative in collaboration with Sims Metal and Rio Tinto.
New return pods launched as ACT CDS celebrates 7th anniversary
The ACT Container Deposit Scheme (CDS) is marking its seventh year of operation, celebrating a milestone that has seen nearly 400 million bottles, cans and cartons returned through its growing return point network.
New Return and Earn machine opens in Marsden Park to boost local recycling
A new Return and Earn machine has opened at Elara Shopping Village in Marsden Park, providing Blacktown residents with greater access to recycling services and container refunds.
Livium explores rare-earth element extraction to expand recycling innovation
Livium Ltd has commenced engagement with rare-earth element (REE) extraction technology developers, as part of its strategy to broaden its role in the circular economy and complement its core business in battery and e-waste recycling.
AI achieves 91% accuracy in detecting contaminated construction wood, Monash study finds
A new artificial intelligence (AI) system developed by researchers from Monash University and Charles Darwin University (CDU) has demonstrated a 91 per cent accuracy rate in identifying contaminated construction and demolition wood waste.
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