> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://newsletters.qs.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # πŸ‘Ά Mainstream schools lead EHCP placements. Recycling rates high across EU. AI contracts worth $200M. - URL: https://newsletters.qs.com/mainstream-schools-lead-ehcp-placements-recycling-rates-high-across-eu-ai-contracts-worth-200m/ - Published: 2026-05-04T12:22:12.000Z - Updated: 2026-05-04T12:22:12.000Z - Description: Chart of the Day #597 looks at ECHPs in England, recycling rates in the EU and US defence AI contract ceilings. - Author: QS - Tags: Charts **Hello πŸ‘‹** Colombia [integrates](https://www.noticias24hrs.com.ve/colombia-impulsa-la-educacion-del-futuro-con-robot-inteligente-que-integra-inteligencia-artificial-en-las-aulas/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) AI robot in classrooms. University of Dar es Salaam is in talks with Harvard University to[ partner](https://tanzaniainsight.com/udsm-seeks-harvard-universitys-partnership-in-the-use-of-ai-for-research-and-data-analysis/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) on AI in education, research, and data. CBRE and Meta [partner](https://www.costar.com/article/2097436598/cbre-and-meta-team-up-to-open-centers-to-train-ai-data-center-workers?ref=newsletters.qs.com) to open training sites for AI data center workers. ### Today's Topics **πŸ‘Ά Preschool.** EHCPs found predominantly in mainstream settings **πŸƒ Green Skills**. Recycling rates above 45% in the EU πŸ€– **Artificial Intelligence**. AI contract ceilings led by Palantir Thanks for reading! **Not a subscriber yet?** [Subscribe now](https://newsletters.qs.com/#/portal/) --- ## **πŸ‘Ά** EHCPs found predominantly in mainstream settings ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2026/04/data-src-image-cc3b42f8-e014-4154-81b6-ec2fa5015edc.png) Education, Health and Care plan (EHCP) placements in England show nearly 45% of children in mainstream schools in 2025, the largest share. The distribution reflects a [policy emphasis on inclusive education](https://www.european-agency.org/country-information/uk-england/overview-inclusive-education-system?ref=newsletters.qs.com), where children with additional needs are supported within standard school settings. Mainstream placements [promote social integration and access to broader curricula,](https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/646cb1b98a71840012ae4f83/Integration%5Fin%5FSchools%5Fand%5FColleges%5FReport%5FMay%5F2023.pdf?ref=newsletters.qs.com) supported by specialised staff and resources. Higher needs cases are directed to special schools and colleges. [The SEND Code of Practice ](https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/send-code-of-practice-0-to-25?ref=newsletters.qs.com)implemented by the UK Department for Education guides inclusive education and placement decisions. ## πŸƒ Recycling rates above 45% in the EU ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2026/04/data-src-image-34eacd91-d578-449a-ad2e-c08d4e54974d.png) Germany and Austria lead EU recycling rates in 2023 at over 60%. Their strong performance reflects [well established waste segregation systems](https://www.eea.europa.eu/en/analysis/publications/economic-instruments-and-separate-collection?ref=newsletters.qs.com#:~:text=Key%20instruments%20for%20supporting%20recycling,end%20up%20in%20municipal%20waste.), public participation, and advanced recycling infrastructure. Strict environmental regulations and circular economy practices have supported consistent high rates. [Efficient collection](https://recyclingeurope.org/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) and processing systems further enhance outcomes. [The Circular Economy Action Plan](https://environment.ec.europa.eu/topics/circular-economy-topics/first-circular-economy-action-plan%5Fen?ref=newsletters.qs.com) implemented by the European Commission promotes waste reduction and recycling across member states. ## πŸ€– AI contract ceilings led by Palantir ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2026/04/data-src-image-9413d039-a8f0-4891-8d20-0b4901b0d9c9.png) The US DoD is executing an AI-first strategy through "[Pace-Setting Projects](https://www.war.gov/News/Releases/Release/Article/4376420/war-department-launches-ai-acceleration-strategy-to-secure-american-military-ai/?ref=newsletters.qs.com#:~:text=War%20Department%20Launches%20AI%20Acceleration,Release%20%7C%20U.S.%20Department%20of%20War)," integrating GenAI across 3M personnel. Recent contracts reflect a competitive landscape, awarding $200M ceilings to[ Anthropic, OpenAI, and Google](https://www.defense.gov/News/Contracts/?ref=newsletters.qs.com), while Palantir leads with $795M. Future infrastructure focuses on agentic AI and[ autonomous swarms](https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/3509000/replicator-initiative-to-counter-adversary-mass-with-attritable-autonomous-syste/&ref=newsletters.qs.com) to be integrated via the[ Replicator Initiative](https://www.congress.gov/crs-product/IF12611?ref=newsletters.qs.com), ensuring tactical edge computing aids in synchronizing military capability with Silicon Valley’s rapid innovation pace. --- **Like getting this newsletter?* Request a demo for unlimited access to over one million charts* [Request a Demo](https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/2C1%5FV5ni4SEyLILjrqcyQnQfigrs?%5F%5Fhstc=246933147.4a0f9c817dbdb1552dab36c635584622.1688407869224.1749831404162.1749845959660.481&%5F%5Fhssc=246933147.4.1749845959660&%5F%5Fhsfp=4268195782&ref=newsletters.qs.com) --- **Thank you for reading. Have a great week ahead!** Have some feedback or want to sponsor this newsletter? 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