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US PET Bottle Recycling Rates Reach Record Levels in 2023 👏 The National Association for PET Container Resources (NAPCOR) reports that PET bottle recycling rates across the United States have hit unprecedented highs in 2023 🧠 Key findings include: ◽ The US PET bottle collection rate rose to 33%, up from 29% in 2022 ◽ Average recycled PET content in US bottles and jars increased to 16.2%, up from 13.2% in 2022 Factors contributing to this success: ◽ Improved kerbside collection ◽ Decreased weight of bottles available for recycling ◽ Implementation of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) in several states ◽ Deposit Return Schemes (DRS) in 10 states, accounting for over 40% of US PET bottle collection Despite 88% of US residents having access to PET bottle recycling, participation remains a challenge. Industry experts suggest that well-designed EPR and DRS programmes could significantly boost recycling rates, potentially reaching 82% for all recyclable materials 🤝 💡 #Recycling #PET #USA

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Collaboration is the cornerstone of enhancing packaging recyclability! 🤝 👏 We are immensely proud to have partnered with Essity to elevate the recyclability of their Tork packaging - see information on the Tork packaging below! https://lnkd.in/d7is3a7e! Understanding the sorting efficiency of packaging within operational sorting facilities and during reprocessing tested with technology approvals via recyclability evaluation protocols is crucial. This knowledge enables more informed design choices, enhancing performance throughout the recycling chain. 💡 Being a pioneer in this endeavour brings its own set of constraints, but together with RecyClass and suppliers, Essity overcame these challenges successfully. A prime example of best practice is designing packaging with a mono-material character. This ensures effective sorting and maximises the proportion of packaging weight that can be reprocessed into new products. Essity ’s collaboration with us at CIRCPACK® and RecyClass has successfully advanced their packaging recyclability! #collaboration #recycling

Le PPWR, ça vous dit quelque chose ? 🚮 Ce n’est pas un PowerPoint, mais bien un projet ambitieux de l’Union Européenne : le Proposal Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation. Son objectif ? Harmoniser la gestion des emballages et améliorer le traitement des #déchets dans tous les États membres. Finalisé en mars 2024, il entre en vigueur dès cette année. Cela signifie que les emballages non conformes ne seront pas autorisés sur le marché. 📦 Pour les entreprises, cela représente à la fois un défi et une opportunité. Alors que les exigences sur la recyclabilité et la durabilité des emballages se renforcent, travailler avec des experts devient essentiel pour respecter la réglementation tout en réduisant votre impact environnemental. Chez #Veolia, nous avons une solution dédiée : CIRCPACK®, un cabinet de conseil en emballage durable. 👉 Une expertise unique combinant la science des matériaux, les processus de recyclage et les réglementations environnementales pour des solutions sur mesure. 👉 Fournir des évaluations et des certifications de recyclabilité pour tous les formats d’emballages Un exemple ? Les équipes de CIRCPACK ont collaboré avec une marque de chips très connue pour réinventer l’un des emballages les plus iconiques au monde, le rendant plus respectueux de l’environnement. 🌍 ➕ d'info : https://lnkd.in/exySNbMk

🍾♻️ Austria Launches Deposit Return Scheme for Single-Use Drink Containers! 🇦🇹 As of 1 January 2025, Austria has rolled out a Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) for single-use drink containers, joining the ranks of 16 other European countries. This ambitious initiative aims to revolutionise recycling rates and significantly reduce litter across the nation 👏 Key features of Austria's DRS: ◽ Scope: PET bottles and aluminium cans (0.1 to 3 litres) ◽ Deposit: €0.25 per container ◽ Targets: 80% return rate by end of 2025, scaling to 90% by 2027 ◽ Impact: Estimated 2.2 billion containers to be recycled annually ◽ Management: Overseen by EWP Recycling Pfand Österreich gGmbH Currently, 70% of single-use beverage packaging in Austria is recycled. A recent study indicates 82% public support for the new scheme. Retailers are installing reverse vending machines to facilitate the transition. What are your thoughts on deposit return schemes? Have you seen their impact in your country? Share your experiences below! 👇 #Recycling #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #Austria #DepositReturnScheme

At the end of last year, DEFRA 🇬🇧 introduced a new Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM) as part of the packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR) scheme. As of the 21st January 2025, PackUK has been appointed as the scheme administrator to see it through. Key points about the RAM: ✅ Standardised approach to assessing the recyclability of packaging  ✅ Encourages producers to design with recyclability in mind ✅ Supports the UK's commitment to delivering a circular economy  ✅ Helps reduce the environmental impact of packaging waste This methodology is a crucial step in implementing the UK's pEPR scheme, encouraging businesses to take greater responsibility for the environmental impact of their products and packaging. 💡 The results of a RAM assessment can be explored through OPRL’s Recyclability Assessment Tool (RAT) which provides a traffic light system on the recyclability of the assessed packaging. These results will inform eco-modulation fees which will be applicable for 2026, based on packaging placed on the market in 2025. #ExtendedProducerResponsibility #SustainablePackaging #CircularEconomy #WasteReduction

Breaking News: The PPWR has been published and will apply from 12th of August 2026 🥳 👏 The Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) has been published in the Official Journal of the EU, along with translations in various EU languages. It will officially enter into force on 11th of February 2025 and apply from 12th of August 2026. The European Commission is now tasked with drafting over 40 pieces of secondary legislation to define its implementation. Follow us on LinkedIn to stay up to date on further developments #PPWR #legislation #EU

Packaging Regulations in the US: What to Expect in 2025 Several US states are implementing significant changes to packaging regulations in 2025, following legislation agreed upon in 2023. These changes will impact restaurants, retail outlets, hotels, events, and state organisations. Key updates include: 🛍️ California: From 1 January, pre-checkout bags must be compostable or made from recycled paper. 🥡 Delaware: Starting 1 July, polystyrene foam containers for food and beverages will be prohibited in restaurants and foodservice establishments. ♻️ Illinois: Large events (3,500+ attendees) must provide recycling and composting bins from 1 January. Hotels face restrictions on single-use plastic bottles. 🍾 Maine: Bottle redemption centres can now sort containers by material type rather than brand, streamlining the recycling process. 🚫 Minnesota: Ban on intentionally added PFAS in 11 product categories, including carpets, cleaning products, and cosmetics, effective 1 January. These regulations aim to reduce environmental impact and promote sustainability across various sectors. Businesses operating in these states should prepare for compliance with these new rules. 🤔 How is your organisation preparing for these upcoming changes? Share your strategies or concerns in the comments below! #legislation #unitedstates #EPR #packaging #recycling

Excited to welcome Vincent Mooij, Director of CIRCPACK® at Veolia, as a member of the advisory board and Chairman of the joint session between the 3rd Packaging and Sustainability Forum and the 2nd Closing the Loop with Recycling Forum. 🌱 Vincent’s deep expertise in packaging recyclability and his leadership of CIRCPACK® helps businesses enhance their sustainability efforts. His team’s work in providing recycling certification and consultancy services is vital for creating a circular economy. Looking forward to his insights on recycling and packaging innovation at the summit! 🔄 Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3Dem3ze #Sustainability #Recycling #CircularEconomy #Packaging #ESG #InventU #Leadership

Quebec's Recycling Evolution: Compensation Plan to Extended Producer Responsibility Quebec has implemented significant changes to its recycling funding system: 📅 Since 2005: Compensation Plan (CP) in place 🆕 2022: Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) introduced Key Points: • Businesses selling packaged products, containers, and printed paper jointly fund the kerbside recycling system • CP: Retroactive payments based on previous year's costs • EPR: Prospective funding for real-time service provider payments 🔄 2025-2026: Transition period with both systems operating simultaneously 🏭 2025-2030: Gradual extension to Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional sectors How might the simultaneous operation of retroactive (CP) and prospective (EPR) funding systems during the transition period impact businesses and municipalities? What challenges and opportunities could this dual approach present? #Sustainability #Recycling #ExtendedProducerResponsibility #Quebec #WasteManagement