Waste & Recycling News

Precious Metal Scrap Prices: Weekly Market Report (December 12-18, 2025)

Scrap gold prices in the hallmarked segment posted modest jump over the past week, with multiple purity grades edging higher on the ScrapMonster Price Index.

Lebanon bans Syrian ferrous scrap imports to crack down on illicit trade

The move targets illicit trade, money laundering, and black-economy financing.

UTM Leads Climate Action through E-Waste Recycling Program

Overall, the initiative reflects UTM’s broader institutional strategy of positioning the University as a system leader within the GUCI ecosystem.

Chinese Scrap Metal Prices Climb, Steel Holds Steady on the Index– December 17, 2025

316 SS Solid prices were up by CNY 50 per MT.

RecyClass unveils online tool for plastic recyclability assessment

These cover plastic packaging, sorting and recycling processes, and the traceability of recycled plastics. 

AF&PA: Weak Printing Demand Weighs on U.S. Paper Shipments

The unbleached paper operating rate declined to 79%, marking its second-lowest level of the year.

Chinese Scrap Metal Prices Fall Sharply on the Index – December 16, 2025

The price of #2 Copper Wire and Tubing also edged lower by CNY 600 per MT.

Recycled Aluminum Market Set for Strong Growth to USD 100.8 Billion by 2031

Lightweighting for fuel efficiency and electric vehicles drives recycled aluminum use in components.

U.S. Recycled Steel Prices Rise in December 2025 After Subdued Period

In the export market, analysts point to an oversupply of billets and slabs from China as having poured into rolling mills in Turkey and India throughout 2025.

Chinese Scrap Metal Prices See Strong Downtrend on the Index- December 15, 2025

#1 Insulated Copper Wire 85% Recovery prices were down by CNY 800 per MT.

Enva partners CIH to deliver sustainable e-waste recycling

Appliances are transported to Enva’s refurbishment and recycling facilities.

Equinox Gold Announces Strategic Deal to Divest Brazilian Operations

Management said the sale will significantly strengthen Equinox Gold’s balance sheet.

Chinese Scrap Metal Market Sees Broad Price Gains on the Index– December 12, 2025

The prices of Aluminum Radiators and Aluminum Transformers were up by CNY 100 per MT on the Index.

Public in favour of statewide ban on single-use plastic bags

He said it could also reduce litter in streets drains and rivers, lower flooding risk and improve cleanliness.

North American Scrap Metal Prices Rise Across Major Categories on the Index- Dec 11, 2025

The Brass/Bronze Scrap prices in the North American region witnessed jump on the Index.

Chinese Scrap Metal Prices Saw Slight Jump on the Index- December 11, 2025

The Brass/Bronze Scrap prices in China recorded increase as of December 11, 2025.

Precious Metal Scrap Prices: Weekly Market Report (December 5-11, 2025)

In the non-hallmarked segment, 14-carat gold scrap prices eased by $0.24 per ounce.

Canadian Groups Launch Initiative to Deepen Insights into Flexible Plastic

BiblioFlex will be implemented through two regional hubs located in Quebec and British Columbia and will bring together numerous industry experts from across Canada. 

DS Smith's New Fibre-Based Packaging Drives Plastic Reduction

Each punnet is paired with a recyclable flexible film to enhance shelf appeal.

Mendoza Opens Door to Copper Mining Boom with Approval of Cobre Mendocino Project

Argentina, despite significant copper resources, has not produced the metal since the Alumbrera mine closed in 2018.

NAPCOR: North American PET Collection Remains Above Global Benchmark

Despite unstable market conditions, NAPCOR reports that North America’s PET recycling ecosystem remains structurally sound.

Chinese Scrap Metal Index Reflects Varied Price Movements on the Index- December 10, 2025

310 SS prices witnessed a steep decline of CNY 150 per MT.

Tucson crew puts out scrap metal fire near Davis-Monthan base

By 2:12 p.m., the fire was under control and no injuries were reported. 

Nevada King adds patented mining claims near Atlanta Resource Zone

The company also clarified details of its agreement with Atrium Research Corporation, a company-sponsored research firm based in Toronto.

Can Plastic Recycling Truly Solve the Plastic Pollution Crisis?

Researchers note that plastic contains roughly 16,000 chemicals, many intentionally added to enhance flexibility, durability, or color.