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📣 New member announcement! By harnessing the power of saltwater microbes and cultivating seaweed, Stars Packaging produces polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs). Not only do they mimic the functionality of conventional fossil-based plastics, but they also come with incredible benefits: 🌱 Reusable: Stars Packaging’s PHAs can be used multiple times, reducing waste and promoting sustainability. 🌱Recyclable: When their lifecycle ends, these materials can be recycled, contributing to a circular economy. 🌱Biodegradable: Even in marine environments, Stars Packaging’s PHAs break down naturally, minimizing harm to ecosystems. Welcome to GO!PHA, Stars Biopackaging https://lnkd.in/eg2ywd3Q. #Sustainability #Innovation #Collaboration #Biobased #Reusable #Recyclable #Biodegradable

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The summary of my presentation is clear: According to the Ellen Macarthur Report on the global reduction of plastic packaging pollution through recycling, reusing, and composting, we have seen a decline in overall recycling rates by 1.2% from 2021 to 2022. Reuse and composting rates remain stagnant at 0%. Plastic production and consumer demand continue to increase at a rate far exceeding our recycling efforts. While there have been improvements in certain areas, it is evident that the current strategy will never be sufficient to curb plastic environmental pollution. The root causes are too obvious to ignore: 1. Plastics are only recycled when there is an established circular economy around a specific type. Most polymers have no associated recycling value and are therefore not recycled. 2. To address this, we need to reach a consensus on the environmental costs of these plastics and assign these costs to the producers. This will generate the necessary funds to ensure proper recycling systems are functional. 3. We must stop falling for misleading claims from recyclers about bioplastics contaminating their streams. Despite having over 20 years to adapt their systems to handle PLA, no significant action has been taken, even though the technology is available. Just complaints. 4. PHA with 100% biodegradability in marine conditions is essential as a fail-safe mechanism for the current 19 million tons of plastic that accumulate in the environment. Simply switching to denser petroleum-based plastics to ensure they sink out of sight is not a solution. 5. Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) brands are not the sole culprits in creating these problems, though they are not helping either. They rarely commit to change unless it is mandated by laws, which they often lobby against, can be leveraged into a marketing campaign to drive sales, or is seen as a cost-saving measure. Few brands are genuinely interested in solving the issue. However, petrochemical companies must be held accountable for producing these materials without any responsibility for their negative impact. A global tax on every kilogram of petro-plastic produced to help pay for cleaning up this mess is a better place to start. And for those laws that now require minimal recycled content, how do you even enforce this? Large CPGs are currently claiming to use 100% RPET, while the best recycling rates in very small geographical areas reach 65%. So where does all this RPET magically come from? But most importantly, stop confusing "recyclable" with "recycled." One is a fairy tale; the other is action. https://lnkd.in/g3FHDHYJ #greenwashing #Recycling #sustainability #RPET

We've covered the first two pillars of EarthChem™, but what about the third? The third pillar focuses on Sustainable Applications, which includes products designed for environmentally friendly practices. Any Appvion product that is recyclable, dispersible, or recyclable through repulping programs falls under this pillar. For instance, our Alpha® Free E is a non-topcoated direct thermal label made with our patent-pending phenol-free chemistry and is fully recyclable. This offers peace of mind for end-users across various industries such as retail, supermarkets, and gas stations. To find out more about EarthChem™ and explore our sustainable portfolio, check out: https://hubs.li/Q02y_gx20 #EarthChem #NewPortfolio #SustainableApplications #Sustainability #EcoFriendly #Recyclable #Dispersible #AlphaFreeE #DirectThermal #DirectThermalLabel #Label #PhenolFree #Chemistry #Appvion #IndustryLeading

Rendering plays a key role in the bioeconomy -- a critical component of a circular economy. Our Director - Technology, and Chairman of EFPRA Sustainability Committee, Richard van Lijssel, is unparalleled in articulating the interconnection between the bioeconomy and overall circular economy, as demonstrated at this year's European Fat Processors and Renderers Association's Congress. Richard highlighted the critical role of rendering within both, emphasizing how we empower customers by providing access to low-carbon ingredients that support our food system and also help our customers and society achieve decarbonization goals. #Sustainability #Bioeconomy #CircularEconomy #Decarbonization

Appvion's new sustainable portfolio, EarthChem™, features a variety of direct thermal products that embody the company's commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. Each Appvion product in EarthChem™ has features that allow it to fall within at least one of the EarthChem™ pillars. 💧 One of the pillars within EarthChem™ is Sustainable Chemicals, featuring products made with chemicals that pose little to no threat to human health and the environment via biodegradability. For instance, Résiste® 165 E is made with our patent-pending phenol-free chemistry, derived from natural substances that have little to no negative effects on humans or the environment. Any Appvion products made with this chemistry would fall under the Sustainable Chemicals pillar. Curious to learn more about EarthChem™ and the other products in the new portfolio? Visit: https://hubs.li/Q02xsWX_0 #EarthChem #NewPortfolio #SustainablePortfolio #Sustainable #SustainableChemicals #Sustainability #DirectThermal #Resiste165E #Resiste #Label #Film #Facestocks #Appvion

♻ Exciting News! 9T Labs Nominated for the Grand Prix Impact - Spotlight on the "Circular Economy & Recycling" Category 🌍 🚮 Did you know that in 2020, France produced a staggering 310 million tons of waste, with a disposal cost of €20.6 billion? (Source: Waste Key Figures - June 2023 edition, ADEME). The importance of proper waste management cannot be overstated in our quest for environmental preservation. Inadequate handling of waste from human activities can lead to irreparable damage, contaminating our air, soil, and water. 👏 We are thrilled to share that 9T Labs was among the nominees in the "Circular Economy & Recycling" category. In the face of global waste challenges, our innovative Additive Fusion Technology (AFT)™ aims to make a positive impact on the environment. 🌐 This category featured 11 outstanding solutions, each presenting their innovations before the esteemed jury: 9T Labs Carton Vert COMERSO IDELAM ManoMano ROSI Solvakem Terra fertilis® TRICYCLE ENVIRONNEMENT Uzaje SAS WASTE VALORISATION 🙌 A big thank you to the World Impact Summit for providing this platform and congratulations to IDELAM for clinching the Grand Prix Impact in the "Circular Economy & Recycling" category! 🏆 Let's continue pushing the boundaries for a sustainable and circular future. ♻ #CircularEconomy #Recycling #Innovation #GrandPrixImpact #EnvironmentalImpact #WorldImpactSummit #9tlabs

🍄🔍 Are you ready for the next breakthrough in sustainable packaging? Our latest Food Safety Snapshot explores the innovative use of mycelium to replace traditional plastics in packaging. Discover how mycelium-based materials offer a biodegradable, renewable, and versatile alternative, reducing environmental impact and supporting a circular economy. Learn about the science behind mycelium, its environmental benefits, and economic potential. 🔗 Explore the full article: https://lnkd.in/eXv5H_Dc Make sure to follow the SGS DIGICOMPLY for regular updates and insights like this.🙂 #sustainablepackaging #mycelium #biodegradable #renewablematerials #circulareconomy #environmentalimpact #digicomply #sgs

World Environment Day reminds us of the importance of taking care of our planet and the precious resources we have. Using biobased, water-based, or recyclable options are all great steps in the right direction! #Cortec #VCI #VpCI #corrosionprotection #ecofriendlyproducts #sustainability #enviroment #ecoconscious #innovation #manufacturing #assetprotection #worldenvironmentday

World Environment Day reminds us of the importance of taking care of our planet and the precious resources we have. Using biobased, water-based, or recyclable options are all great steps in the right direction! #Cortec #VCI #VpCI #corrosionprotection #ecofriendlyproducts #sustainability #enviroment #ecoconscious #innovation #manufacturing #assetprotection #worldenvironmentday