Film Plastics
Beyond the Bag Initiative releases study on single-use bag laws
Study reveals how different strategies influence bag waste reduction and consumer behavior.
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The latest products for plastics recycling.
Film focused
Nova Chemicals aims to demonstrate the viability of LLDPE film recycling with its new Syndigo1 facility in Connersville, Indiana.
Going the extra mile to recycle film
Once fully operational, Nova Chemicals' Syndigo 1 facility in Connersville, Indiana, will have the capacity to recycle 140 million pounds of LLDPE film per year.
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.
Trex highlights circularity advances in 2024 sustainability report
The company says it sourced more than 1 billion pounds of reclaimed PE film and wood scrap, including 377 million pounds of plastic scrap, last year, among other achievements.
Amazon continues progress on waste diversion, packaging reduction
The retail and infrastructure giant also is investing in bioplastics developments and recycling to address consumer packaging waste.
Haier GE Appliances to expand capacity in Kentucky
The China-based appliance producer says it will invest $490 million to assemble washers and dryers in Louisville, Kentucky.
Pet Sustainability Coalition addresses plastic scrap in pet industry
The Colorado-based nonprofit has partnered with rePurpose Global to remove 250,000 pounds of plastic for Plastic Free July.
Machinex introduces SamurAI Optima sorting robot
The company says the new sorter features a compact design that lowers costs and installation time and allows for easy integration into a wider range of recycling facilities.
Pregis releases 2024 sustainability report
The packaging producer says its report affirms progress toward its 2030 goals, which include circular product development, emissions reduction and stakeholder impact.
