May 13, 2024Early-Stage Carbon Footprint Assessment for Product DesignA Product Carbon Footprint calculator, unveiled by BARLOG Plastics, aims to forecast recyclability from the development phase for injection molded parts. Read more
May 10, 2024Nanotechnology: Advancing the Degradation of PlasticsNanotechnology offers techniques for degrading plastics that help address pollution issues caused by improper disposal. Read more
May 9, 2024Pulp and Paper Waste for Fiber-Reinforced Polymer CompositesFiber-reinforced polymer composites (FRPCs) present a promising solution for diverting waste generated by the pulp and paper industry from landfills. Read more
May 4, 2024Recycling Challenges: Five Corporate Solutions in ActionCorporate solutions are crucial in driving the development of innovative technologies and practices that address key challenges in recycling. Read more
May 1, 2024The University of Maine Unveils the World’s Biggest 3D PrinterThe University of Maine has unveiled a polymer 3D printer four times larger than the world’s biggest –– which is also on its campus. UMaine researchers foresee using it to print houses, boats, and infrastructure and to develop military vehicles. Read more
April 30, 2024Invisible Labeling for High-Quality Packaging RecyclingThe Holy Grail 2.0 initiative led by the AIM-European Brands Association and powered by Digimarc is transforming the recycling landscape through innovative technology. Read more
April 26, 2024Sustainable Fun: Exploring Bioplastic ToysThe toy industry utilizes 40 tonnes of plastic for every $1 million in revenue and constitutes the most plastic-intensive industry. Unfortunately, people discard 80% of toys in landfills. This issue, coupled with the growing demand for sustainable products, drives the… Read more
April 23, 2024New Billie Eilish Album to Use Recycled and Bio-based VinylBillie Eilish plans to use recycled and bio-based vinyl, as well as recycled packaging materials, to make her upcoming third album as sustainable and eco-friendly as possible. Read more
April 6, 2024Recyclopedia Initiative: Simplifying Plastics SortingIn the quest for sustainability, proper waste management is a main challenge, particularly when it comes to plastics. The Recyclopedia initiative teaches proper sorting and disposal of plastics and other items. Read more
April 3, 2024Is It Safe To Incinerate Fluoropolymers?The pilot-scale fluoropolymer incineration study conducted by the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) represents a significant stride in understanding the environmental impact of fluoropolymer disposal. Read more
March 25, 2024The Future of Plastics: The Vision, Chapter 1 of 3In the turbulence, the future of the plastics industry emerges as a focal point. With forecasts depicting a landscape characterized by both challenges and opportunities. In a world inundated with crisis reports and the relentless hustle of daily life, it’s imperative now more than ever to hit the pause button and reassess our perspectives. Read more
March 23, 2024IKV Boosts the Plastics BranchThe IKV Colloquium demonstrated the plastics industry’s resilience in addressing current challenges. On February 28th-29th, 2024, RWTH Aachen University’s IKV organized an event fostering industry-academia exchanges. Read more