Design for Recycling

Far Eastern New Century develops midsoles from postconsumer PET bottles
The company says its recycled-content product has been commercialized and supplied to French outdoor sports brand Salomon.
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APR updates Design for Recyclability Recognition program
New eligible packaging categories and a resource tool are now available.
Some observers fear plastics treaty talks veering off course
As INC-5.2 enters its second week, groups have pointed to little progress on a legally binding treaty.
Plastics treaty talks set to begin sixth phase
Familiar roadblocks remain as negotiators descend on Geneva for INC-5.2.
Meadow tabs aluminum as key to boosting beauty sector recycling
Packaging firm says its aluminum body wash or shampoo cans can be more recyclable at end of life compared with plastic containers.
RecyClass makes industrial resin protocols available
The European organization says it has focused on resins such as ABS and polypropylene used by makers of automotive components and electronics.
Avery Dennison unveils RFID label compatible with PET recycling stream
The labeling also has received APR Design for Recyclability recognition for its compatibility with North America’s PET recycling stream.
Coldplay opts for recycled-content vinyl alternative
The British band has worked with Warner Music Group to rerelease nine albums made of recycled-content PET.
Taghleef Industries unveils new shrink sleeve film
White polyolefin TD shrink sleeve film expands the company’s Shape360 portfolio.
EPEAT starts supplier engagement program
Electronics sustainability and life cycle registry says its new program helps recognize suppliers who are “advancing sustainable product development.”
APR and ECOCE announce collaboration
The two organizations have agreed to work together to drive global harmonization of design for recycling guidance.