All Sustainability articles – Page 133
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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.
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ArticleHome compostable greaseproof paper unveiled by Kite Packaging
Kite Packaging has developed a greaseproof paper for takeaway applications made from sulphite pulp that it says is resistant to oils and fats, and can be placed in home compost bins after use.
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ArticleSoft plastics collected at Tesco to be made into bin liners by Berry
A partnership between Tesco and the packaging manufacturer, Berry Global, will see soft plastic collected from Tesco stores and recycled into pellets for use in the retailer’s bin liners.
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ArticleAmcor launches paper-based confectionery packaging
Amcor unveils LifeSpan Performance Paper, high-barrier, grease-resistant, and recyclable paper-based packaging for the snacks and confectionery market. According to Amcor, LifeSpan Performance Paper has a paper fibre content exceeding 80%, while also being FSC-certified and PVDC-free. Tests conducted with the paper apparently demonstrate that over 80% of ...
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ArticleSmurfit Kappa develops recyclable insulation for recipe delivery box
Smurfit Kappa has collaborated with the UK recipe box company, Mindful Chef, on recyclable corrugated cardboard insulation packs that reportedly offer a 30% lower carbon footprint than the previous insulation solution. Mindful Chef says it has seen a significant increase in demand for its home-delivered recipe boxes, ...
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ArticleAPEAL publishes new report on steel recycling
The Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging (APEAL) has launched a new report setting out its recommendations for recycling steel.
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ArticleStora Enso boosts formed fiber production capacity
Stora Enso is investing EUR 8 million to double its production capacity of formed fiber in Europe. With new machinery in Hylte, Sweden, the company says it will meet the increasing demand.
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ArticleHow the soft drinks industry is responding to the “record” high prices of rPET
In January, the European market saw rPET reach “record” prices, with ICIS reporting colourless post-consumer bottles (PCBs) and flake reaching unprecedented highs. According to ICIS, the rise in bottle prices is being influenced by multiple factors- including low yields and limited availability of bottles linked to a ...
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ArticleSustainability Perspectives with Trayak
In the latest episode of our Sustainability Perspectives Series, Melina Spanoudi speaks with Prashant Jagtap from Trayak about how companies can become more efficient in incorporating sustainable practices into their manufacturing and design processes, and the path to achieving sustainability targets.
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ArticleNew Loop and Jokey set a full circular economy in motion
Danish impact start-up New Loop has announced it will use recyclable returnable packaging from Jokey to set up a digitalized deposit system in Scandinavia.
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ArticleDo we need a global plastic pollution treaty?
Pressure has been mounting on the international community with growing numbers of businesses, NGOs and governments supporting a legally binding treaty to address plastic pollution on a global scale. In this panel we bring together key stakeholders across the plastics value chain to ask why this is needed, what key elements the Treaty should contain, as well as exploring financial, regulatory and brand perspectives on this issue.
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ArticleXampla joins forces with Croda on microplastic-free seed coatings trial
Xampla and Croda International have announced a partnership to develop microplastic-free, biodegradable seed coatings for the agricultural sector.
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ArticleAdapt or die: The ecology of plastics
Robert Lilienfeld, founder and executive director of sustainable packaging think tank SPRING, argues that the industry has a choice to make: adapt or die.
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ArticleSABIC, Gualapack & Ella’s Kitchen launch advanced recycled plastics baby food cap
SABIC has announced a new collaboration with Ella’s Kitchen, the UK’s number one baby food brand, to create a new cap made from recycled plastic.
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ArticleWWF releases chemical recycling principles
WWF has released a position paper that emphasises reduction and reuse as the key solutions for managing plastic pollution, while also setting out its principles for evaluating whether it is possible to establish a credible and effective chemical recycling system.
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ArticleExclusive interview with newly appointed Chairman of the Board at Polysack
Melina Spanoudi speaks to Alex Baumgartner about the changes and developments in the flexible packaging market, and his vision for taking Polysack into the future.
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ArticleHow will the PET industry deliver its sustainability targets?
According to a report by Plastics Recyclers Europe, new data points to a growing PET recycling market and future opportunities for DRS – although discordant policy implementation and recycling capacity continue to challenge the industry’s circularity goals.