Federal Council rejects ban on organic waste bags

Organic waste may continue to be disposed of in biodegradable bags in the organic waste garbage can.

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Cooperation in mattress recycling

BASF and Neveon are working together to establish a closed product cycle for mattresses.

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Remondis and Shell agree on strategic cooperation

The two partners have initially agreed on the development of a raw materials cycle around the Cologne Chemical Park.

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Covestro uses mass-balanced raw materials in production

The plastics manufacturer sources raw materials derived from waste and residual materials for the production of polycarbonate.

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Expert discussion on marine plastics

The initiative "Chemistry in Dialog" (CID) invites to an online talk with experts on March 1, 2022.

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Up to 100 million euros investment in LDPE recycling

Investment company Ara Partners is investing in the development of a platform for recycling LDPE plastic waste, according to Euwid.

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Monomaterial bag for dishwashing detergent

Mondi has developed a refillable pouch for Henkel's Pril brand that is made of 100 percent polyethylene and is said to be fully recyclable.

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Circular solution for coffee capsules

Greiner Packaging uses recycled plastic from LyondellBasell to produce coffee capsules for a Nestlé brand.

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PlasticsEurope with new head of climate protection & circular economy

As of March 1, 2022, Dr. Alexander Kronimus will be responsible for the business unit at the Plastics Producers Association.

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Amendment on fire protection for secondary plastic storage facilities

The Conference of Building Ministers has adopted an amendment to the fire protection guideline and released it for comment.

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