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Packaging suppliers convene to talk PCR, recyclability
The broad theme of sustainability was a central focus at Pack Expo International in Chicago this week, encompassing package recyclability, PCR content and legislation.
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Group encourages public-private partnership in plastics
A typical academic publication aims to communicate research findings and perhaps gain funding, but one group of researchers also hopes to foster discussion and cooperation throughout the plastics value chain with their recent paper in the scientific journal Nature.
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California lawmakers update carpet recycling program
Carpet recovery and recycling in California will soon look a little different, after the signing of a new law that will change the recycling rate calculation and emphasize carpet-to-carpet content.
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In My Opinion: MRF managers should focus on three areas
The chief operating officer of AI analytics company Greyparrot offers MRF operators advice on how to use data most effectively to improve operations in an era where they are awash in data.
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Coalition seeks to narrow definition of ‘recycling’
The Policy Committee of the National Recycling Coalition has published a draft policy called “Chemical Recycling Is Not Recycling” and is seeking review and comment.
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Lawsuit claims plastic bottles are not recycled
A group called the Plastic Pollution Coalition filed a false-advertising lawsuit against Danone Waters of America over its marketing of evian bottled water as “sustainable,” “natural” and “healthy.”
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Oil brands form PRO to handle packaging
Chevron, ExxonMobil, Shell, Valvoline and other petroleum brand owners have formed the Lubricant Packaging Management Association to fulfill their obligations under packaging and household hazardous waste extended producer responsibility laws.
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Dispelling ‘silver bullet’ thinking in film recycling
Increasing film recycling takes coordinated efforts by both brand owners and reclaimers – and it takes a true understanding that one sector can’t solve the issue alone, speakers said at the 2024 Plastics Recycling Conference in March.
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A fresh outlook for PET thermoform
PET bottles are often identified as the most commonly recycled plastic in North America. However, some technical and economic barriers can limit the recycling of other PET packaging formats, such as thermoformed trays and clamshells, from being effectively recycled. This …
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Arizona facility planned for Republic’s joint venture
The second Blue Polymers recycled resin facility will be sited in Buckeye, Arizona, and is slated to open in late 2025.
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