What we recycle

Plastics

Plastics are composed of polymers i.e., compounds made of many small molecules.

Ferrous metals

Ferrous metals, primarily composed of iron, include materials like steel and cast iron, which are commonly found in construction, manufacturing, and transportation.

Non-Ferrous metals

Non-ferrous metals, such as aluminum, copper, lead, zinc, and titanium, do not contain iron and are valued for their resistance to corrosion and high conductivity.

Paper

Recycled paper is a versatile material that can replace or supplement virgin pulp to create new products like packaging, newspapers, and insulation.

Textiles

Textiles, including both synthetic fibers like polyester and natural fibers like cotton, are integral to daily life, with global production nearly tripling since 1975.

Tyres

Tyres contain multiple valuable materials such as rubber (75%), steel (15%) and textile fibres (10%).

Construction & Demolition

Construction and demolition (C&D) waste includes materials like concrete, bricks, wood, metals, glass, plastics, and hazardous substances such as asbestos.

End-of-life Vehicles

End-of-life Vehicles (ELVs) contain valuable materials like metals (steel, aluminum), plastics, rubber, and glass, as well as batteries.

E-waste

E-waste, otherwise referred to as waste electronical and electronic equipment (WEEE), is mainly composed of non-ferrous metals (nickel, copper, lead, etc.

Ships

End-of-life ships are decommissioned vessels that contain valuable materials like steel, metals, and electronics, along with hazardous substances such as asbestos, oils, and toxic chemicals.

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7th European Recycling Conference (ERC) 2025

Mark your calendars, because the 2025 European Recycling Conference (ERC) is heading to Hamburg, Germany, on the 1st of October! This year’s theme:  Building a competitive market for recycled materials Co-organised with our German members, BDSV, bvse, and VDM. Join us to explore the critical role of recycled and other secondary raw materials in delivering […]

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Threading up Europe’s textile circularity: Bridging policy and industry through trade

EuRIC Textiles is organising a high-level event on 27 March 2025, in Brussels, focusing on the future of the EU textiles reuse and recycling sector. The event will include the formal presentation of the EuRIC Textiles Manifesto and feature discussions on advancing textile circularity in Europe, bridging the gap between policymaking and business realities, and facilitating the trade of second-hand […]

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EuRIC EPRB Webinar “EU Plastics Recycling Industry in crisis”

The European plastic recycling industry is facing significant challenges due to low demand for recycled polymers. In this webinar, EuRIC will present the EU Plastics Recyclers Roadmap, outlining key recommendations for an innovative and competitive sector. Industry leaders will also share insights on overcoming these challenges and advancing towards a circular economy for plastics in […]

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ECOMONDO 2024 – Implementing EU legislation: Increasing circularity in the construction sector

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EuRIC WEEE – Plug Into Sustainability: E-waste Recycling

EuRIC is delighted to announce the upcoming event “EuRIC WEEE – Plug Into Sustainability: E-waste Recycling, that will take place on 3 June 2024, from 14:00 to 18:00 in Brussels. Our event serves as a platform to explore the latest advancements and sustainable practices in e-waste recycling. It will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators […]

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IFAT 2024 – Circular Choices: Unpacking Recyclers’ Expectations For EU Elections

The panel discussion will provide insights into the recycling industry’s expectations and priorities for the upcoming 2024 EU elections with the goal to facilitate a dialogue between industry experts, policymakers, and the public on key issues that will impact the recycling sector in the coming years. More information about IFAT 2024 here.

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EuRIC Tyres – Reinventing the Wheel: Advancing Tyre Recycling

EuRIC is  excited to announce the upcoming Tyre Recycling Conference, exploring the latest advancements and sustainable practices in the tyre recycling industry. The conference will be held on 15 April 2024, from 14:00 to 18:00 in Brussels and aims to bring together industry leaders, professionals, and enthusiasts to discuss and collaborate on driving positive change in […]

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Innovation Forum 4 Plastics

EuRIC, on behalf of the EU-funded CIMPA project and with the support of the European Research Executive Agency (REA) and other EU-funded projects, is hosting the “Innovation Forum 4 Plastics”. The 2024 edition of this event is organised as a side event to the World Circular Economy Forum WCEF in Brussels! The event aims to showcase the innovative solutions of EU-funded projects to […]

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EuRIC Textiles – Connecting the Knots for a Circular Future

Join us on 21 November 2023 from 14:00 to 19:00 at the Bluepoint Building in Brussels for the event “EuRIC Textiles – Connecting the Knots for a Circular Future.” This event will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to explore the path towards a more sustainable and circular textile sector. Through insightful presentations, interactive […]

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