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.

Matt Stonecash
Associate Editor, Plastics Technology Magazine

Kisuma Setogem RD for PP Nucleation and Acid Scavenging

Kisuma Chemicals has introduced a dual-purpose product for polypropylene producers. 

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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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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 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.


DePoly to Launch Demonstration PET Recycling Facility

Polyester recycling technology will produce feedstocks for production of new plastic.

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Plastics Industry Association Announces 2025 Plastic Sustainability Innovation Award Winners

The Plastics Industry Association announced winners of Sustainable Innovation in Design, Sustainable Innovation in Materials, Sustainable Innovation in End-of-Life, Leadership in Sustainability and the People’s Choice Award.

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Circular Plastics From Cyclic Molecules

Macrocycle is pioneering an approach to PET recycling via cyclic oligomers.

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The Middle Way, Dissolution Recycling Technologies Leave the Polymer Intact

Alternative approaches can produce high yield and high purity with reduced energy demand.

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Husky Expands Facilities and Services in India

The company says its expanded presence in India helps clients meet the country’s sustainability mandates — which require 30% recycled plastic content in packaging by 2026 and 60% by 2029.

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No-Dry Twin Screw Extruder Series Can Handle Multiple Resins

Machine can process a variety of virgin, postconsumer, postindustrial resins and flake without first having to crystallize, dry or change screws.  

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