All Sustainability articles – Page 114
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ArticleResearch group develops moulded pulp packaging made from apple pomace
Scientists from Oregon State University have developed moulded pulp packaging made primarily with apple pomace, alongside a trial of bio-based barrier solutions to improve its water resistance.
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ArticleBritvic announces partnership with Xampla
Britvic will collaborate with Xampla, the technology company behind the development of pea protein packaging, on an innovation aimed at using microscopic capsules to protect vitamins in fortified drinks in clear plastic bottles.
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PodcastExploring the role hotmelt adhesives can play in sustainable packaging
In the latest of our Sustainability Perspectives podcast series, Bostik’s Pascal Peroni discusses with Elisabeth Skoda how hotmelt adhesives can work as enablers for different sustainable packaging types, from recyclable and compostable to bio-based.
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ArticleTotalEnergies to supply Berry with chemically recycled polymers for food packaging
TotalEnergies announces that it will supply Berry Global with polymers obtained through the advanced recycling of post-consumer plastic waste, which will be used in the company’s food, beverage, and healthcare packaging.
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ArticleWhere is sustainable packaging regulation at globally?
According to McKinsey, the “megatrend” of packaging sustainability corresponds with geographically uneven regulations that present a challenge to the success of companies across the value chain in meeting requirements. The research group has proposed four archetypes for assessing the progress of regulatory measures globally.
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ArticleA closer look at CEFLEX’s next-generation flexible packaging recycling plant
CEFLEX recently launched plans for a next-generation recycling plant that it hopes will be complete by the end of 2023. This marks the creation of the first commercial waste processing site based around its Quality Recycling Process (QRP).
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ArticleThe packaging stories and trends to follow in 2022
From the trends in e-commerce and reusable packaging to the events that will shape the sustainability agenda for packaging, we highlight some of the key issues facing the industry today.
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ArticleWood fibre-based packaging for bedding supplied by Paptic
Paptic has collaborated with Familon, a Finnish bedding brand, to package its range of pillows and quilts in plastic-free, wood fibre-based materials that can be recycled in paper streams.
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ArticleBASF develops label adhesives that do not interfere with paper recycling
BASF’s new label adhesives for paper labels are designed for easy removal to avoid interference with the recycling of paperboard or cardboard transport boxes.
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ArticleSealed Air expands range of recycle-ready barrier display films
Sealed Air has introduced two new CRYOVAC Brand Eco BDF films to its range of recycle-ready barrier display films, which are designed for compatibility with LDPE mechanical and chemical recycling processes.
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ArticleThe Coca-Cola Company pledges to achieve 25% refillable or returnable portfolio by 2030
The Coca-Cola Company has announced an “industry-leading goal” to sell at least 25% of all beverages across its global portfolio in refillable or returnable glass or plastic bottles and containers.
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ArticleNew recyclable stretch film with static dissipation from Cortec
Cortec Laboratories has developed a new recyclable speciality film, EcoSonic VpCl Static Dissipative Stretch Film, for applications where static discharge could result in dangerous packaging conditions, such as electronics and fertilisers.
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ArticlePlastics producers’ participation in UN treaty ‘essential to their survival’’
In this comment piece, Helen McGeough, Senior analyst, Plastics Recycling at ICIS, makes the case for an effective unilateral approach to tackle plastic pollution.
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ArticlePlastipak expands PET recycling capacity
Plastipak has completed a “major” investment to expand annual PET production at its manufacturing site in Bascharage, Luxembourg, by 136%.
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ArticleThe next steps for recycled polystyrene
Styrenics Circular Solutions (SCS) has filed a second application for EU authorisation of mechanically recycled polystyrene based on Gneuss’ super-cleaning technology. What does this mean for the polystyrene value chain’s bid for circularity?
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ArticleMondi and Henkel partner on recyclable monomaterial refill pouch
Henkel’s Pril hand dishwashing liquid will now be available in a 100% recycled PET pump dispenser bottle, which can be reused many times using refills packaged in Mondi’s recyclable mono-material PE pouch. Since January, consumers in Germany have been able to purchase a new keep-at-home refillable pump ...
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ArticleThe missing link in plastics circularity
Researchers from Manchester University in the UK are currently developing a technology that uses tracking molecules for identifying, quantifying and validating recycled content in plastics and plastic packaging. We spoke with the team to find out more.
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ArticleSouthgate launches recycled PET tape
Southgate Global has unveiled PET Tape made with 85% recycled plastic. According to Southgate, the PET Tape has a high mechanical tear resistance and is suited to closing standard and recycled cardboard boxes. In addition, its reduced thickness reportedly allows a saving of over 20% of plastics. ...
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ArticleShareholder approval for Avantium’s flagship FDCA plant
The shareholders of Avantium N.V., a technology company specialising in renewable chemistry, have granted approval to construct a “world first” flagship plant for the production of furandicarboxylic acid (FDCA), the main building block of plant-based PEF. At an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) held on Tuesday 25th January ...
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PodcastZooming in on plastic recycling
The success of initiatives setting out to boost recycling rates hinges on recycling capacities and the availability of recycled plastics, so recyclers play a key role. Elisabeth Skoda discusses challenges, trends and solutions with Ton Emans, president at Plastics Recyclers Europe, and Paolo Glerean, chairman at RecyClass.