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European panel OKs PET recycling technologies
How ‘supercritical’ CO2 can lead to cleaner recycled resin
Plastic packaging innovations get recyclability nods
Technical takeaways from two industry experts
Here are possible recycling solutions for foam, large rigids and more
Groups recognize recyclability of packaging innovations
Equipment Spotlight: Efficient sorting system targets bottles and trays
Plastics recycling technology roundup: Aug. 3, 2020

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The latest plastics recycling news

Packaging giant invests to expand PCR capability
Global packaging firm Amcor recently announced it is installing new equipment at a Kentucky facility that allows the company to produce packaging with a wider variety of post-consumer resin percentages, citing demand from the company’s spirits customers.
Circular Action Alliance revises Colorado EPR plan
Circular Action Alliance has submitted an amended program plan for meeting Colorado’s extended producer responsibility regulations for packaging. Public comment will open later this summer.
Candy giant Mars reached 7% PCR use in 2024
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.
PET Recycling Coalition doubles down on thermoforms
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.
EPA withdraws proposed rules aimed at chemical recycling
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has withdrawn rules first proposed by the Biden administration that addressed chemical recycling and had attracted significant industry opposition.
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Candy giant Mars reached 7% PCR use in 2024

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

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Topic in focus: Legislation

NY legislative session ends, again without EPR

June 18, 2025

Both coasts see DRS program changes

June 11, 2025

UN member countries bring focus to plastic treaty

June 11, 2025

Texas bottle bill hits milestone, but does not pass

May 21, 2025

Topic in focus: Processors

Major plastic initiative sets sights on system change

June 18, 2025

California will fund mixed plastics facility, other projects

May 14, 2025

E-plastics processor expands line of recycled board

May 7, 2025

Federal funding uncertainty hits recycling projects

April 9, 2025

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