The list below shows our top stories published in May in terms of unique page views.
1 | Clarity on future of FDA LNO program yet to emerge
Amid sweeping federal staffing cuts, the future of a government program to assess processes to make food packaging from recycled plastics is unclear, sources told Plastics Recycling Update in recent interviews.
2 | WM unveils bigger, better film recycling plant in Texas
The nation’s largest waste services provider, WM, is unveiling its new $150 million plastic film recycling facility in Waller, Texas.
3 | Future uncertain for Texas plant after Eastman DOE grant is revoked
Tennessee-based Eastman has lost its $375 million federal grant, which previously had spurred the company to make a final investment decision on its second U.S. methanolysis plant, located in Texas.
4 | PakTech prepares for benefits, challenges under EPR
Extended producer responsibility programs, labeling requirements and minimum PCR mandates offer both challenges and opportunities, and company leaders at 100% PCR packaging manufacturer PakTech have been steadily working to position the company for the future.
5 | HDPE, PP, PET prices taper off this month
After a long runup, natural and colored HDPE grades saw sharp decreases in value once again in May, joined by drops in PET and PP prices.
