Scientists Develop Recyclable Plastics Based on Sugars
Researchers from the University of Birmingham, U.K., and Duke University, U.S., have created a new family of polymers from sustainable sources that retain all of the...
Polymer upcycling of common plastic adds toughness, recyclability to structural adhesives
Researchers at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory used polymer chemistry to transform a common household plastic into a reusable...
Eastman to invest up to $1 billion to accelerate circular economy through building the world’s largest molecular plastics recycling facility in France
The investment would recycle enough plastic waste annually to fill Stade...
Tonnes of Used Face Masks to Be Turned into Energy
Researchers from the National University of Science and Technology “MISIS” (NUST “MISiS”) — along with colleagues from the US and Mexico — have developed a new technology for producing cost-effective batteries...
Plastipak Expands PET Recycling Capacity in Luxembourg
Plastipak, a global leader in the design, manufacture, and recycling of plastic containers has completed a major investment to significantly expand its PET recycling capacity at...
Vertellus Acquires Polyscope Polymers
Vertellus, a manufacturer of specialty materials for various personal care, performance coatings, polymer additives, healthcare, and food & beverage markets, announced it has acquired Polyscope Polymers B.V. (“Polyscope”), a...
IMTEX New Dates Announced
Metal Forming Show, June 16 - 21, 2022; Metal Cutting Show, January 19 - 25, 2023 Bengaluru, Karnataka - 27 January 2022 - After taking cognizance of the prevailing situation...
Green Packaging Alternatives- Facts and challenges
Sustainability is going to play a major role in the future of packaging as the consumer expects businesses to be accountable for their environmental impact. Over the...