Global Scans · Waste · Weekly Summary

• [New] The World Economic Forum warns that at current rates plastics are on track to triple by 2040, adding 23-37 million metric tons of waste into the ocean per year. Atlantic Post
• [New] While recycling plastics, organic waste, and aluminum is well-established, other material streams are still in their infancy and will gain attention in the coming year. Climate Cosmos
• [New] As the global demand for energy grows and the need to mitigate the environmental impact of power generation intensifies, waste heat recovery will play a critical role in reshaping the way energy is produced and consumed. EMS Power Machines - Steam Turbines, ORC Turbines, Wood
• [New] In the coming years, as technologies continue to evolve and become more widely adopted, waste heat will no longer be seen as an overlooked byproduct of industrial processes but as a vital and valuable resource for a cleaner, more energy-efficient future. EMS Power Machines - Steam Turbines, ORC Turbines, Wood
• [New] Beyond energy, Astral's technology could revolutionize medical isotope production and nuclear waste transmutation, offering solutions to pressing global challenges. theinterviewtimes.com
• [New] North America is projected to be the fastest growing region, fueled by advanced waste management technologies, stringent environmental regulations, and high replacement demand. Verified Market Reports
• [New] The European Union has already declared its intent to ban exports of non-hazardous plastic waste to non-OECD countries from 2026. WasteTrade
• [New] The United Nations reports that global e-waste is increasing by 2.6 million metric tons per year, with projections indicating annual e-waste will reach 82 million tons by 2030. Powercast
• [New] The Quad Critical Minerals Initiative will strengthen cooperation on priorities such as securing and diversifying reliable supply chains, and electronic waste (e-waste) critical minerals recovery and re-processing. Mirage News
• [New] Under the Regional Action plan scenario, the annual amount of plastic waste produced worldwide could fall to million metric ton, while the Global Ambition scenario could potentially reduce plastic waste generation to less than million metric tons. Statista
• The waste generated by tourists is projected to balloon, potentially reaching 205 million tons per year - representing 7% of global solid waste. TravelsDubai: Latest UAE News, Saudia News, Canada news
• Ghana's growing sanitation crisis could soon see a dedicated financial solution, as the Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, has announced plans to introduce a Sanitation Fund and Levy to tackle waste management challenges nationwide. Myjoyonline
• With 6,000-8,000 commercial aircraft reaching end-of-life by 2030 and 20,000 tons of annual CFRP waste projected by 2025, recycling technologies represent both environmental necessity and economic opportunity. Brian D. Colwell
• The organic waste management and recycling industry is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10-12 per cent over the next five years, offering a dual revenue stream through recycling and energy generation from waste. Dalal Street Investment Journal
• The UK is preparing to turn its textile waste crisis into an economic opportunity with a proposed national recycling hub. texfash.com
• Modular construction generates low waste, reduces energy consumption, and aligns with green building regulations such as the UAE Net Zero by 2050 initiative. Arizton Advisory & Intelligence
• E-waste regulation gaps: With solar panels having a lifespan of 25-30 years, India is expected to generate over 1.8 million tonnes of solar PV waste by 2050, necessitating a formal recycling policy. NenPower
• To address global environmental challenges and provide new opportunities for the usage of renewable energy resources, it is imperative to develop novel technologies with higher energy conversion efficiency and less waste heat. Energy Materials
• The Quad Critical Minerals Initiative will enhance cooperation on priorities such as securing and diversifying reliable supply chains, as well as electronic waste (e-waste) critical minerals recovery and re-processing. newkerala.com
• A retailer could use AI to reduce packaging waste, aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Future of Sourcing Digital Publication
• Governments are urged to implement policies that limit plastic use, as seen in Indonesia's ambitious goal to reduce plastic waste by 70% by 2025 and enforce a nationwide ban on single-use plastics by 2029. Blogger
• The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority has announced a pioneering partnership which will see innovative technology deployed for the first time to remotely and autonomously sort and segregate radioactive waste. no2nuclearpower

Last updated: 14 July 2025