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Kenya’s E-waste revolution gains global recognition E-waste Recycling  |  2026-04-30 04:59:41 Kenya generates an estimated 50,000 to 60,000 tonnes of electronic waste annually as the use of mobile phones, computers and other electronic devices continues to rise. By Paul Ploumis SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): Kenya’s efforts to transform electronic waste into an environmental and economic opportunity are gaining …

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EU widens Russia sanctions to scrap, metal goods Metal Recycling News  |  2026-04-29 04:22:10 The new measures tighten controls on parts of the steel supply chain by targeting revenue from steel scrap, metals, minerals and industrial raw materials. By Paul Ploumis SEATTLE (Scrap Monster):  The EU has widened its sanctions on Russia and Belarus under broader packages covering …

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30% Reduction in Virgin Plastics by 2030… Targeting a 7 Million Ton Decrease in Raw Materials Plastic Recycling  |  2026-04-29 04:20:47 To establish a plastic-free culture across society, the transition to reusable containers in multi-use facilities will be accelerated. By Paul Ploumis SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): The government has set a goal to fundamentally reduce the input of …

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Labor Department seeks federal court order to inspect Alaska gold mine Mining News  |  2026-04-29 04:20:08 The case against the inspectors was dismissed after a judge found that the summons was not properly served. By Paul Ploumis SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): The U.S.  Department of Labor is asking a U.S. District Judge to require a Fairbanks-area gold mine to …

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Ecuador Signs $1.7B Mining Deal with CMOC Group Mining News  |  2026-04-28 09:56:11 CMOC Group acquired the project in 2025 through its takeover of Lumina Gold and aims to accelerate its development, which is currently in the design and planning phase. By Paul Ploumis Summary Major Mining Deal: Ecuador finalized a $1.7 billion agreement with CMOC Group …

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Pilot facility converts hard-to-recycle waste plastic to aviation fuel Plastic Recycling  |  2026-04-28 03:27:45 The UK creates 5 million tonnes of waste plastics each year, around 80% of which cannot be recycled, such as carrier bags and food packaging film. By Paul Ploumis SEATTLE (Scrap Monster):  Clean Planet Technologies has opened what it describes as the world’s first …

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Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations Expands to Loudoun County E-waste Recycling  |  2026-04-28 03:27:04 The new facility is located at 22650 Executive Dr. in Sterling. By Paul Ploumis SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): Wisconsin-based Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations has expanded into Northern Virginia with a new facility in Sterling. The company, founded in 2007, is a full-service electronics and materials lifecycle management …

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BIR 2026 to Highlight Shredder Safety and Innovation Metal Recycling News  |  2026-04-27 11:28:20 The plenary session, scheduled for June 1, 2026 (15:00–16:00), will gather leading experts to examine the evolving global shredder landscape amid rising regulatory pressure and operational risks. By Paul Ploumis Summary The Bureau of International Recycling announced its Shredder Committee programme for the …

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Fire breaks out on ship carrying 1,000 tonnes of scrap metal Metal Recycling News  |  2026-04-27 03:02:12 Fire crews were called to Newport Docks at about 05:40 BST on Sunday after the blaze broke out on the vessel Nord Houston, which was docked there. By Paul Ploumis SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): A fire which broke out on a ship …

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India’s Beverage Sector Faces rPET Shortage, Packaging Goals at Risk Plastic Recycling  |  2026-04-27 03:00:42 Bridging the FG-rPET gap will require several steps, according to industry watchers. By Paul Ploumis SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): A new regulation requiring 40% recycled PET (rPET) content in rigid packaging from fiscal year 2027 presents a significant challenge for India’s beverage industry. …

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