The push to sell more recycled PE is part of NOVA’s broader initiative to reduce CO2 emissions. | Photo Courtesy of NOVA Chemicals
NOVA Chemicals is looking to increase the amount of recycled PE it sells, improve its mechanical recycling capabilities and further explore chemical recycling technologies. Continue Reading
Workers sort PET at T3 Limited in Kenya. | Courtesy of Starlinger
Two companies recently installed Starlinger and SOREMA equipment to help boost PET recycling in Kenya and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Continue Reading
The nonprofit business watchdog took issue with the American Beverage ad’s characterization of its members’ recycled PET use. | Photobeps/Shutterstock
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BBB National Programs says a national TV ad from beverage producers overstated the prevalence of PET-bottle-to-bottle recycling and its resulting waste-reduction benefits, but the group affirmed that other ad claims related to bottle recyclability rested on solid footing.
Opponents of the bill argue chemical recycling is a form of incineration; supporters say it will create jobs and help address plastic waste. | 9DreamStudio/Shutterstock
A bill extending a deadline for a potential chemical recycling pilot project in Illinois is reigniting debate over how to regulate chemical recycling.
Companies from North America and abroad are collaborating to make more recycled resin products available. | Courtesy of EFS-plastics
EFS-plastics, Evonik, M. Holland and other companies are crafting partnerships with the goal of increasing the recycled resin options available to both brands and consumers.
Amid lower PET bale prices, CalRecycle aims to offset costs for plastics recyclers. | Nixx Photography/Shutterstock
California regulators will double the subsidy paid to PET recycling companies, citing the lower prices that bottle bales are fetching on the market.
The shelters can house four people for 10-plus years. | Courtesy of University of Birmingham
University of Birmingham researchers recently debuted a temporary shelter made from 100% recycled materials, meant to help refugees or others in need.
Pedro José Cabrera Haché hopes the line will give his company, Cilpen Global, a greater presence in the Dominican Republic. | Hyoto Graphics/Shutterstock
The installation of the first PET wash line in the Dominican Republic will allow a local reclaimer to process a sizable percentage of all bottle scrap generated in the country into food-grade flake. Continue Reading
A ribbon-cutting ceremony last week at the Agilyx plant in Oregon drew a mix of business and government representatives, including one major PS producer who said the technology could help stem consumer backlash against foam plastics.