Discussion paper from NRW on the circular economy
In the recently published paper, the state initiative In 4 Climate provides an overview of the current status and proposes concrete measures.
Read more … Discussion paper from NRW on the circular economy
More plastic waste in the sea due to Corona
Scientists from China estimate, according to a recent study, that around 8.4 million tonnes of additional plastic waste have been generated in 193 countries this year up to August.
Borealis takes action against pellet losses
Borealis has audits carried out by external third parties as part of Operation Clean Sweep (OCS).
For more sustainable consumption
Seven out of ten consumers in Germany want to change their consumption behaviour, according to a new study.
Aid for the procurement of recycled products
The German UBA has published a handout for public procurement of products made from recycled materials.
Pouch-to-pouch recycling
The feasibility study on a "pouch-to-pouch" recycling concept has been successfully completed.
Rewindo: more recycling volume
Despite Corona, Rewindo reports an eight percent increase in PVC recycling in 2020.
EU Parliament backs plastics recyclers
Parliamentarians call for state environmental aid also for plastics recyclers.
Mechanical engineering with cyclical peak
The VDMA Waste and Recycling Technology Association reports full order books for 2021.