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Plastics treaty talks end without consensus or a plan

Published: August 20, 2025
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The Geneva talks ended without agreement, highlighting sharp rifts on production caps, leaving no clear picture of when they might resume. | Maryshot/Shutterstock

After nearly two weeks of tense negotiations, the world’s attempt to forge the first legally binding treaty to end plastic pollution collapsed in Geneva, leaving delegates exhausted, civil groups dismayed and the path forward uncertain.

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APR updates design recognition, submissions

Published: August 20, 2025
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The Association of Plastic Recyclers recently announced updates to its Design for Recyclability program. | Photo Credit Tan Sackett/APR

The Association of Plastic Recyclers has added new packaging components to its eligibility criteria for Preferred Design Recognition, along with a new tool to simplify the submission process.
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Republic Services sites third polymer center in PA

Published: August 13, 2025
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The Allentown site will begin by producing RPET flake to nearby Circularix and other converters, from early 2027. | Courtesy of Republic Services

During a recent investor call, Republic Services subtly confirmed it would site its third co-located polymer center and resin processing plant in Pennsylvania, and the hauler soon confirmed the specific location: Allentown. Continue Reading

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LyondellBasell, Eastman delay recycling plants

Published: August 6, 2025
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The two major U.S. chemical companies cited subdued demand and an unfavorable capital investment climate. | JHVEPhoto/Shutterstock

Two U.S. chemical recyclers have announced delays to major investments in the emerging technology, amid a challenging demand environment and funding concerns. Continue Reading

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Fresh round of plastic treaty talks kick off in Geneva

Published: August 6, 2025
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Delegates from around the world will navigate a number of sticking points that remain after five previous rounds of negotiations. | Memori Susandi/Shutterstock

Delegates from more than 170 countries will gather at the United Nations’ Palais des Nations Aug. 5-14 for what may be the final round of negotiations on a landmark international treaty to curb plastic pollution. Continue Reading

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Eastman to delay Texas plant, appeal loss of DOE grant

Published: August 1, 2025
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The company is exploring options to increase RPET production, including debottlenecking the existing Kingsport methanolysis plant and exploring locations other than Longview, Texas. | Trismegist san/Shutterstock

Eastman Chemical will delay its second U.S. methanolysis plant for two years, as it appeals the revocation of a key federal grant and explores capacity expansions at its flagship site in Tennessee and other locations, CEO Mark Costa said during an investor call Aug. 1. Continue Reading

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Unifi pushes for textile recycling progress

Published: July 16, 2025
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Despite gains made in recycled content, textile manufacturing faces unique challenges, a Unifi executive said during a recent APR podcast. | Photo Courtesy of Unifi

Editor’s Note: Mark your calendar for the 2026 Textile Recovery Summit, Feb. 23-25 in Chula Vista, California.  Continue Reading

Candy giant Mars reached 7% PCR use in 2024

Published: July 9, 2025
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Candy containers from Berry Global and Mars.

Candy conglomerate Mars outlined the company’s steps toward circularity and zero emissions in its 2024 sustainability report. | Courtesy of Berry Global and Mars

Candy and pet food giant Mars used 14,000 metric tons of recycled materials for its products in 2024, according to its recently released sustainability report. Continue Reading

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PET Recycling Coalition doubles down on thermoforms

Published: July 9, 2025
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Pile of empty plastic packaging containers.

Despite making gains in PET recycling, the Coalition acknowledges that its goals require more industry support. | Konektus Photo/Shutterstock

Since forming in 2022, the PET Recycling Coalition has worked to increase PET bottle recycling rates and access to curbside recycling for non-bottle materials, including thermoforms.  Continue Reading

Bottle cap design: No need to ‘reinvent the wheel’

Published: June 25, 2025
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State-level initiatives have suggested PET closures and tethered caps, but these designs may introduce complications while attempting to provide a solution. | FotoDax/Shutterstock

Mono-material design often is the goal for packaging, but due to color and sortation nuances it may not be the best approach for beverage containers, according to a packaging design expert during a recent webinar.  Continue Reading

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