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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European Recycling Conference (ERC) 2026

The European Recycling Conference (ERC) is coming to Madrid, Spain, on 10 June 2026 at IFEMA. This year’s edition, co-organised with Recycling Europe’s Spanish member FER, will bring together hundreds of recycling professionals, policymakers, traders, and market experts from across Europe and beyond to strengthen dialogue, build partnerships, and advance circularity. Positioned as a key […]

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Securing Europe’s clean transition through e-waste circularity

  Recycling Europe is pleased to invite you to a high-level event on e-waste circularity, taking place on 27 May 2026, from 14:00 to 17:30, at the Residence Palace Brussels (Rue de la Loi 155, 1040 Bruxelles) Our event brings together industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to showcase cutting-edge innovations and sustainable practices in e-waste […]

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Fast fashion, slow progress? Scaling EU circularity in textiles

Fast fashion keeps growing, while Europe’s plans for a circular textile sector struggle to keep up. How can we match rising volumes of cheap clothing with EU goals on recycling and sustainability? In this 50-minute panel, recyclers, brands, policymakers and NGOs will share their views on: – Market & trade realities – why low-quality textiles […]

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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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