Starting in 2018, plastic bags will no longer be allowed to be handed out by retailers in Montreal. Continue Reading
Starting in 2018, plastic bags will no longer be allowed to be handed out by retailers in Montreal. Continue Reading
Canadian HDPE recovery offset decreased recycling of other resins in 2015, according to a recent report, giving overall plastic packaging recycling a net increase for the year.
The Association of Plastic Recyclers describes the relationship between plastics recovery and sustainability, and recycled-plastic products on two continents are highlighted.
A growing number of Canadian residents can now recycle plastic film and expanded polystyrene, two materials that have lagged behind plastic containers in terms of recycling access.
The assets from shuttered plastics reclaimer Entropex will be purchased by the founders of two major Canadian recycling companies.
Logistics experts predict the current low costs of moving recyclables from processing plants to end-use mills will continue through the end of the year.
Entropex, one of North America’s largest plastics reclaimers, has laid off employees, ceased operations and will be put up for sale.
A Maine-based company that offers an automated system for collecting containers and redeeming deposits is extending its reach.
Ikea releases products made with recycled plastics, and Rhode Island adopts standardized public bin signage to boost recovery efforts.