Circular Economy Funding: Boulder County opened applications for 2027 Circular Economy Fund projects, backing waste reduction and resource diversion via recycling, composting, reuse, and better design (grants $1,000–$30,000, due Sept. 30). Battery Recycling & Safety: A six-figure deal secures the future of a lithium battery recycling plant in Widnes, while Nevada and Texas facilities expand Tesla battery recycling; lawmakers also push statewide battery collection and recycling funding (AB911 votes). Waste Collection Efficiency: New York City is exploring top-loading garbage trucks to cut extra driving miles from containerized curbside collection. Illegal Dumping Crackdown: Gisborne reports illegal dumping volumes halved in the first half of 2026 after its Illegal Dumping Action Plan ramped up signage, surveillance, and infringement notices. E-Waste Enforcement: India’s National Green Tribunal takes up an e-waste disposal case in Bhopal, citing low scientific processing and risks from open burning and informal dismantling. Plastics & Packaging Rules: Fiji raises littering fines fivefold from Sept. 1, and the EU’s packaging rules continue rolling out to push recycling and reduce waste. Local Cleanups & Community Action: Swindon’s Big Town Centre Clean-Up drew hundreds of volunteers, and Lagos’ LAWMA is recruiting youth groups to boost recycling and responsible waste handling.