An executive at recycled fiber producer SAYA explains why a lack of RPET supply poses a challenge for his industry, and he proposes steps to help address the supply-demand gap. | Natali Ximich/Shutterstock
As consumers’ appetite for recycled polyester products grows, the industry is facing an unintended consequence: There may not be enough plastic available for recycling to meet the demand.
A home appliance industry leader explains why his group would like to see extended producer responsibility proposals fall by the wayside in favor of the approach in the upcoming California single-use plastics ballot measure. | Joni Hanebutt/Shutterstock
The author makes the case that plastics-to-jet-fuel may be inhibited by technical barriers and environmental concerns. | aapsky/Shutterstock
Recycled plastic piping is a key component in projects for stormwater management and more. | Courtesy of ADS
A leader with the Sustainable Packaging Coalition compares and contrasts the first two U.S. state EPR laws. | KWJPHOTOART / Shutterstock
A leader at NOVA Chemicals says ease of recycling access is essential to build circularity in plastics. | spwidoff / Shutterstock
The head of the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries says the group has worked closely with officials in countries around the world to ensure that exported materials meet high quality thresholds. | peresanz / Shutterstock
The author makes the case that user incentives must be a part of wider strategies to boost plastics recovery. | Thomas Bethge / Shutterstock
The leader of the Basel Action Network responds to a position taken by the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries. | Avigator Fortuner / Shutterstock
To promote individual vaccination, electronics recycling and reuse company Sunnking is offering paid time off to employees opting to receive their COVID-19 vaccine. | PhotobyTawat / Shutterstock