DVI criticizes Foodwatch demands
Statements by Foodwatch about packaging for fruit and vegetables are partly incorrect and misleading, the DVI criticizes.
Trend study on chemical recycling
According to a recent study by Ecoprog, there are more than 90 projects on chemical recycling for plastics worldwide.
Data system for more transparency in plastics recycling
Recycled plastics in Europe are to be registered via "Recotrace" to improve confidence in recyclates.
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Total and Honeywell cooperate
TotalEnergies and Honeywell plan to cooperate on the chemical recycling of plastic waste.
Plastics production declines
Global polymer production declined slightly to 367 million tons in 2020.
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.
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.