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BIR calls for fair standards, circular solutions in defining ‘green steel’
The organization has released a position paper that warns against “sliding scale” or “benchmarking” approaches in favor of creating conditions that enable sustainable production through various policy actions.
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Of tariffs and trade restrictions
Shifting trade policies were among nonferrous recycling sector challenges discussed during the BIR World Recycling Convention & Exhibition in May.
Advocacy groups question ‘green’ label for coal in steel production
Coalition of 30 nonprofit groups says a Japanese request to use a “mass balance” approach to calculate carbon in steel should be rejected.
BIR World Recycling Convention 2025: Advocating for the recycling industry
A study co-funded by BIR and KPMG International Ltd. that will detail the environmental gains achieved worldwide through recycling, providing data to use when advocating for the recycling industry.
BIR World Recycling Convention 2025: BIR president and treasurer reelected
Susie Burrage and Dhawal Shah have been reelected for a second two-year term by the Brussels-based organization.
BIR World Recycling Convention 2025: A troubled global plastics treaty
With treaty negotiations set to resume in August, countries remain divided on keeping commitments voluntary or legally binding.
BIR World Recycling Convention 2025: Handling increasing e-scrap volumes
Speakers discussed the transition to electric vehicles and the regulations around transporting electronic scrap.
BIR World Recycling Convention 2025: Europe’s stainless steel industry struggles
Stainless steel production has changed considerably in recent years, creating significant challenges, particularly for many producers and suppliers in Europe.
BIR World Recycling Convention 2025: Global shredder count crosses 1,200
Operators of the world’s growing fleet of auto shredding plants are focusing on fire safety and metals recovery.
BIR World Recycling Convention 2025: Paper industry looks to strengthen international standards
Industry leaders say promoting recycled materials as “essential” is crucial for the long-term viability of a circular economy.
BIR World Recycling Convention 2025: Young Traders Group calls young professionals to action
The plenary session featured professionals associated with the London Metal Exchange.
