ARA report spells out emissions reduction impact

Study commissioned by the Automotive Recyclers Association portrays how using salvaged auto parts reduces emissions.

Nucor emissions targets receive GSCC approval

Recycled-content steelmaker sets a target of less than 1 ton of emissions for each ton of steel produced by its hot-rolled steel mills.

Altilium secures $5M investment from Marubeni

The investment comes as part of the lithium-ion battery recycler’s Series B funding round and will be used to further progress on the construction of a recycling facility in the U.K.

Electra, Interfer to partner on low-carbon iron for green steel production

Interfer is focusing on developing sources for green steel and green raw materials in Europe.

ABTC joins effort to develop future battery and EV workforce

Representing the battery recycling sector, ABTC is joining the U.S. DOE and other public and private partners to develop future talent capacity for the North American supply chain.

Steel recycling’s bright future not yet certified

While decarbonization shines a positive light on steel recycling, a certification duel and potential political moves represent threats to the good news story.

EPA releases ‘National Strategy to Prevent Plastic Pollution’

The strategy aligns with the U.S.’ commitment to negotiating an ambitious international plastics agreement.

Study outlines plan to transition US plastic packaging, textiles to circular systems by 2040

The study reveals a plan to cut scrap by half, reduce GHG emissions from PET packaging by approximately 60 percent and create 46,000 direct U.S. jobs.

SSAB calls for decarbonization unity

Europe-based steelmaker will use COP29 gathering to urge global carbon pricing mechanisms as one means of lowering the metal’s carbon footprint.

Railinc tool seeks optimal rail freight paths

North Carolina-based Railinc says its TransmetriQ Rate & Route tool can help rail shippers find the best freight rail routes.

Circular economy faces crucial challenges

Magdi Azer of the Remade Institute says decoupling material use from economic growth is a vital step.