Here are possible recycling solutions for foam, large rigids and more
The Spanish plastics research institute AIMPLAS has written about a project through which plastics from bulky items were recycled into...
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Groups recognize recyclability of packaging innovations
The Association of Plastic Recyclers recently issued recyclability letters to Amcor and Avery Dennsion, and EU-focused RecyClass has highlighted work...
EU stakeholders vow to hit 90% glass collection
Brands, recycling firms and others have pledged to significantly boost collection of glass in Europe over the coming decade, and...
Researchers: Enzymes could aid recycling of multi-layer packaging
A paper authored by a Spanish plastics research institute says enzymes can be used to degrade adhesive layers in multi-layer...
Will Europe’s appetite for used devices last?
With OEMs struggling to produce and ship new electronics during coronavirus-triggered shutdowns, a new willingness to buy refurbished devices has...
Assessments help plastic end users gauge recyclability
A European trade association has published step-by-step guides allowing packaging producers to rate the recyclability of their products and receive...
Global group: E-scrap facility fires are on the rise
A new report notes more and more fires are breaking out in electronics collection and processing facilities around the world,...
PET recycling technologies get EU nod
The European Food Safety Authority gave four companies approval to recycle PET into food packaging using Erema and Starlinger technologies....
EU group: Markets are crippling reclaimers
Coronavirus shutdown impacts have converged with low virgin plastic prices to spell significant struggles for European plastics reclaimers, according to...
Process employs lasers to separate e-scrap materials
A four-year research project has developed an automated system that uses lasers to identify and remove components while dismantling electronics....
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