Circular Economy

Integrating waste polymers with additive manufacturing (AM) for constructing vertical farming systems provides a sustainable solution to address food insecurity and promote circularity.

Emirates Biotech and Sulzer are joining forces to build the UAE’s world’s largest PLA production facility. This initiative aligns with global environmental goals and the UAE’s Green Agenda 2030.

In an era of the need for sustainable development and reduced environmental impact, lignocellulosic fibers (LCFs) have emerged as promising alternatives for creating eco-friendly engineering composites.

The global bioplastics market is experiencing unprecedented growth. It is projected to rise from USD 9.1 billion in 2020 to USD 30.9 billion by 2028 at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of approximately 16%.

The plastics industry is transforming under sustainability demands, with coatings driving growth through recyclable mono-material solutions replacing multilayer packaging.

Plastics Engineering has selected the Top 5 Articles on Sustainability in 2024, showcasing the most impactful advancements in eco-friendly materials, innovative recycling methods, and regulation.

As global demand for sustainable packaging intensifies, Okeanos emerges as a transformative leader with its innovative Made From Stone technology.

A team of researchers at the RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science has created an innovative plastic designed to combat microplastic pollution.

As climate change and global population growth accelerate, researchers are developing sustainable solutions to improve food security and crop yields.

Developing a greener plastic industry starts with defining clear and actionable strategies.

Plastics Europe has published its latest study, Plastics—The Fast Facts 2024, which presents preliminary global and European plastics production data for 2023.

In a recent conversation with Plastics Engineering, SPE’s spokespersons outlined the organization’s role in supporting the Global Plastics Treaty.