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Paper exports grew in 2018, but plastics fell 35 percent
Despite a year of market uncertainty, U.S. recovered paper exports increased in 2018, driven largely by OCC shipments. However, scrap plastic exports fell substantially as countries enacted stringent trade policies.
India confirms scrap plastic ban will be delayed
This story has been updated. A complete ban on scrap plastic imports into India will be delayed until the end of August, giving the global plastics recycling industry some time to adapt.
Values slip for key curbside recyclables
Prices for OCC and aluminum cans continue to take a beating, and natural HDPE is now experiencing a slump as well. On a brighter note, PET has remained steady.
Robotic sorting company receives funding
This story has been updated. The Canadian government will invest in a company that’s developing artificial intelligence machinery to separate materials at recycling facilities.
A look at legislation banning plastic products
Bills prohibiting single-use plastic products are gaining traction this year in a few state capitols. Here’s a look at a few states that have advanced legislation out of at least one chamber.
Petrochem giants open up on ‘plastics waste problem’
Executives from large resin makers say circular economy principles are key to their companies’ long-term viability. Putting such a strategy into action will be no easy task, however.
Industry group buys Resource Recycling, Inc.
Resource Recycling, Inc., which produces a number of recycling trade publications and conferences, has been acquired by the Association of Plastic Recyclers.

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