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Struktol: Intelligently empowering innovation in recycled plastic
The company’s polymer additives improve the performance of recycled polyolefins.
McKinsey: Cullet volume, quality mars flat glass recycling
Other than in packaging applications, barriers remain in place to glass recycling, according to the global consulting firm.
5 questions about plastic sorting and the future of plastic recycling
Enrico Siewert, head of business development, plastics, at Van Dyk Recycling Solutions, discusses the state of plastics recycling in North America.
BlueRebirth Council aims to establish a car-to-car recycling system
Six Japan-based companies have launched the BlueRebirth council.
Ohio city resumes cart contamination checks
The city of Akron, Ohio, deploys trained personnel to make curbside recycling bin checks.
Louisiana city discontinues its recycling program
City opts to end the program because of contamination issues.
Equipment Report
Recent news from suppliers to the recycling industry from our June 2025 issue.
A Whale to watch
With its unique process and commitment to safety, battery recycler Blue Whale Materials is expanding its U.S. footprint and soon will open its first commercial-scale facility.
Forging a greener future
India is poised to strengthen its position in the global metal recycling and steel manufacturing landscape.
Rising to the occasion
Bano Recycling overcomes challenges to manufacture an automated plant to shred copper cathodes.