Circular Economy

On-site 3D printing of single-use consumables can help life science laboratories reduce carbon emissions.

Polyurethane foams recycling rates remain low with less than 10% of polyurethane. Landfills receive millions of tons of foam annually, contributing to environmental pollution.

Elastomer recycling sector is undergoing significant transformation as new technologies emerge to address the limitations of traditional methods.

Modern vehicles are composed of increasing amounts of plastic, raising questions about the use of recycled materials and the recyclability of automotive waste.

This UAE company’s trademarked Greenspun fabric is making waves with high-quality, recycled clothing.

Protein-based films hold promise as the next generation of edible packaging, with the ability to encapsulate and release bioactive compounds.

Based on the latest updates from the European Environment Agency (EEA), many doubt whether all EU countries will achieve the 2025 recycling targets.

ICIPC (Instituto de Capacitación e Investigación del Plástico y del Caucho) in Colombia presented their sustainability assessment for PS at ANTEC® 2025, highlighting polystyrene’s potential to contribute to circular economy efforts in the country.

Engineers are transforming discarded PET, PVC, and PS into high-performance membranes for water treatment, desalination, and oil-water separation applications.

Blockchain technology is driving greater transparency, efficiency, and sustainability in the future of plastic waste management.