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U.S. Plastics Pact recently pushed back its plastic reduction goals from 2025 to 2030. While this shift raises questions, it underscores the complexity of achieving ambitious sustainability targets. The extension should be seen as a moment of recalibration to achieve the ultimate goal: successfully reducing plastic waste. Aggressive timelines can be challenging without significant advancements in recycling infrastructure, material science, and consumer behavior change. However, the core objective remains: reducing plastic waste. I believe the answer likely lies in collaboration. Open communication and shared responsibility across the entire value chain - brand owners, manufacturers, policymakers, and consumers - are not just important; they are crucial for progress. Continued innovation in recyclable packaging design will play a key role in our collective efforts. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/eTVR3nq5 #USPlasticsPact #PlasticsPact #Danone #CocaCola #Nestle #Innovation #Sustainability #PlasticWaste #Innovation #Plastics #CircularEconomy

The US Plastics Pact released its latest strategic plan to help companies change how they design, use, and reuse #plastics in their #packaging. This new roadmap is a plan designed to help create a #circulareconomy where plastic packaging no longer becomes waste. To accomplish this, The U.S. Plastics Pact highlights that 50% of plastic packaging needs to be recycled by 2030 and to meet this goal, there will need to be necessary infrastructure at scale established. Check out the rest of this article by Waste Advantage Magazine to learn more about the US Plastics Pact Roadmap 2.0.

Explore the future of plastics recycling with our latest blog! 🌍 The global market for plastic recycling is set to experience significant growth, expanding from $42.4 billion in 2024 to an impressive $57.9 billion by 2029. This represents a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4% over the next five years. Plastic recycling is critical in reducing environmental impact by converting waste plastics into valuable resources. As sustainability becomes a top priority across industries, the demand for recycled plastics is expected to soar, driven by regulatory pressures, technological advancements, and increased consumer awareness. Dive into our blog for an in-depth analysis of market trends, key drivers, and the latest innovations in plastics recycling. With our expert insights, stay ahead in the green economy! #PlasticsRecycling #Sustainability #MarketTrends #RecyclingIndustry #GreenEconomy #CircularEconomy #EnvironmentalImpact https://bit.ly/3yEKzrp

Plastic is cheap, versatile, durable and has become ubiquitous in packaging, consumer products, and industrial applications. However, its durability has become a double-edged sword and this is exacerbated by the global reliance on single-use plastics—items such as bottles, straws, and food packaging, which are used once and discarded. To address this, a multifaceted approach is necessary including innovations in recycling technologies to help drive a net zero economy. Plastics Europe is committed to addressing concerns about plastics and being part of the solution to enable a sustainable future that makes plastics circular, drives lifecycle emissions to net zero, and fosters the sustainable use of plastics. There is no ‘silver bullet’ solution to significantly reduce waste disposal and GHG emissions, but a key action to remediate the current lack of high-quality waste needed to drive circularity is to foster ‘design for recycling’, which would limit complex product designs with hard-to-separate mixed materials. This will create a sustainable plastics system that continues to meet consumer and societal demands whilst supporting the transitions of many downstream industries and remains a strategic asset for the European economy. #GoingForward #Circularity https://lnkd.in/gGvYNqvY

🗝 5 strategic keys to unlock the potential of plastic recycling 🧴♻ The journey towards a sustainable, circular economy for plastics in the EU is accelerating, driven by pivotal legislation like the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) and the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). But to truly unlock the potential of plastic recycling, policymakers need to address critical areas outlined in the Plastics Recyclers Europe’s Manifesto. Discover the 5️⃣ strategic key pillars that will allow to position the plastic recycling industry as a cornerstone of a circular and decarbonised EU 👉 https://lnkd.in/gtPX_M53 #PPWR #ESPR #EUElections #PlasticsRecycling #MakingPlasticsCircular

APIC ’24: Policy fragmentation stalls Asia’s plastics circularity drive Asia’s journey towards a circular plastic economy is gaining momentum, but the region’s diverse waste management practices and fragmented regulations present challenges to realizing this vision. #ICIS #plastic #economy #plastic #circulareconomy #recycling #APIC #sustainability #RPET https://bit.ly/3KmeIht

The plastic recycling industry is undergoing rapid transformation. Driven by consumer demands, regulatory pressures, and technological advancements, companies are investing heavily in recycling solutions. From chemical recycling and pyrolysis to increased recycling facility construction, the industry is evolving. To navigate this complex landscape, ADI introduces the Plastic Circularity Update. This monthly newsletter offers actionable insights into the latest trends, technologies, and market developments shaping the future of plastic recycling. Key features include: - Waste plastic feedstock and pyrolysis oil demand and customer landscape - Waste plastic feedstock and pyrolysis oil supply / demand analytics and forecasts - Plastic recycling project landscape - Plastic recycling technology development - Partnership and agreements between technology developers, waste plastic feedstock suppliers, and major chemical producers - Waste plastic feedstock and pyrolysis oil cost and pricing analytics - Regulatory and policy summaries Learn more here >> https://lnkd.in/gZtBEscz #PlasticCircularity #Recycling #PyrolysisOil 

The plastic recycling industry is undergoing rapid transformation. Driven by consumer demands, regulatory pressures, and technological advancements, companies are investing heavily in recycling solutions. From chemical recycling and pyrolysis to increased recycling facility construction, the industry is evolving. To navigate this complex landscape, ADI Analytics introduces the Plastic Circularity Update. This monthly newsletter offers actionable insights into the latest trends, technologies, and market developments shaping the future of plastic recycling. Key features include: - Waste plastic feedstock and pyrolysis oil demand and customer landscape - Waste plastic feedstock and pyrolysis oil supply / demand analytics and forecasts - Plastic recycling project landscape - Plastic recycling technology development - Partnership and agreements between technology developers, waste plastic feedstock suppliers, and major chemical producers - Waste plastic feedstock and pyrolysis oil cost and pricing analytics - Regulatory and policy summaries Learn more here >> https://lnkd.in/gS2M-dbA #PlasticCircularity #Recycling #PyrolysisOil 

♻️ Transforming Plastic Waste: Discover cutting-edge depolymerization methods revolutionizing recycling! From chemical breakdown to enzymatic innovation, explore the future of sustainable plastic management. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e4At9JrF #PlasticRecycling #Sustainability

The "Plastics Pacts - Scaling Impact" report created by WRAP and the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, both in its full and executive summaries, offers valuable insights while showing progress in the utilization of recycled materials in packaging. It underscores the importance of harmonization of market signals in the U.S. and how sending the right signals is key to increasing the integration of Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) content into everyday packaging and consumer goods. This process begins with strong commitments and is driven by collaborative partnerships, underpinned by a thorough understanding of current commercial technologies. Each brand owner and consumer has their own unique path to success, and this principle holds true when creating a customized approach to sustainability and sustainable design. Leveraging complementary technologies like PCR, Post-Industrial Recycled (PIR) content, biopolymers, bio-circular mass balance, and advanced recycling technologies will be crucial for decarbonization and achieving sustainability goals that benefit our environment. Since ~80% of a product's environmental impact is determined during the design phase, it's essential to explore these complementary technologies, logistics, and intelligent design strategies at all phases of product development. To learn more, contact Bamberger Amco Polymers. Let's start building your customized pathway to sustainability today! #circularity #sustainabledesign #intelligentdesign #partnershipsforthegoals #pathwaytosustainability #sustainableresins #circulareconomy