sustainability
Fermentation Process to Enable Compostable Biopolymers
Valerian Materials was founded to commercialize the results of federally funded research conducted at the University of Minnesota, producing bio-based alternatives to fossil-based polyurethanes.
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The Role of Policy in Accelerating Advanced Recycling: How EPR Can Drive Circularity
Extended producer responsibility laws are emerging as a key mechanism to shift packaging waste management dynamics.
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Polymer and Additive Suppliers Tease Their K Show Presentations at the EMG Pre K Event in Rotterdam
Producers stressed material solutions aligning with trends in carbon emissions reduction, electrification and chemical substitution.
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Teknor Apex Acquires Danimer Scientific
Danimer is a developer and producer of bioplastics.
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Skipping the Pellet for Efficient Recycling in Molded Engineering Plastics Applications
AGS Technology leverages deep experience in molding with recycled engineering materials for automotive and heavy equipment parts.
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Shredding Thin Film: How to Do It Right
While many processors recoil at this task, a little know-how in shredding equipment, processing, and maintenance should add the necessary confidence.
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Star Plastics Sets Carbon Reduction Goals Through 2030
Targets will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 10% compared to 2021.
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Ultralight PET Preform Design
The Factor 101 design created by KHS and Husky uses just 5.89 g of material to hold 591 mL of product — equivalent to a 20-ounce water bottle.
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The Recycling Collaboration That Is Making Circular Film a Reality
Nova Chemicals and Novolex are commissioning a large mechanical recycling facility for film to film.
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DePoly to Launch Demonstration PET Recycling Facility
Polyester recycling technology will produce feedstocks for production of new plastic.
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