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 8, 2024Multi-Layer Plastic Packaging: Recycling Challenges and PerspectivesDespite its benefits, multilayer plastic packaging faces complexities in recycling; innovation is key to a sustainable, circular economy solution. Read more
May 6, 2024Golden Design Rules: Reducing Virgin Plastic Use in B2B OperationsMinimizing the utilization of virgin plastic in business-to-business (B2B) plastic packaging represents a crucial stride toward tackling pollution. This strategy, advocated by The Consumer Goods Forum’s Golden Design Rules, has the potential to yield substantial environmental and economic advantages. 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, 2024Stone Packaging: The Next Wave in Sustainable Materials?Stone packaging primarily consists of plastic mixed with calcium carbonate. The specific proportions of these components can vary depending on the intended application. 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 27, 2024Regulatory Impact on Plastics: Navigating a Shifting LandscapeThe plastics industry stands at a critical juncture, shaped by an increasing array of regulations aimed at mitigating environmental impact, particularly concerning single-use plastics. 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 26, 2024Polypropylene Recycling from Disposable Face MasksSolvent-targeted recovery and precipitation (STRAP) process stands out as a promising alternative to polypropylene (PP) disposable face mask recycling. Read more