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The Biden-Harris Administration just unveiled the first-ever comprehensive U.S. strategy to combat plastic pollution across its lifecycle. From phasing out single-use plastics to investing in sustainable infrastructure, this plan sets bold priorities. But what role does PET plastic play in creating a circular economy? And how can industries align with this vision? Swipe through our carousel for a detailed analysis of the strategy and its implications for the future of plastics. 💡 #Sustainability #PlasticPollution #CircularEconomy #Innovation #Policy

According to a review published in Nature Magazine, a comprehensive treaty could be the key to addressing the most pressing challenges of plastic pollution. From halting waste leakage to tackling inequalities in waste management and curbing excessive production, this treaty offers a path forward. 📊 In our latest carrousel, we break down the three major problems a global treaty could solve and why unified action matters now more than ever. ✨ The time for change is now. Are we ready to collaborate for a sustainable future? 👉 Swipe through the insights and join the conversation! #PlasticPollution #GlobalSolutions #Sustainability #PlasticTreaty

A landmark moment for our planet: 173 countries have united in a historic treaty to end plastic pollution. Within this global shift, materials like PET plastic are showing us what's possible - being 100% recyclable and ready for a circular economy. Want to see how this combination of policy and innovation is reshaping our future? 🎥 Watch as we explore how this groundbreaking treaty and smart material choices are working together to create a world free from plastic waste. #Sustainability #PlasticPollution #GlobalSolutions #CircularEconomy #Innovation

🌍 Global Plastic Laws is an extensive database and resource library focused on plastic legislation passed around the world. This collaborative project, managed by the Plastic Pollution Coalition, brings together key partners like Break Free From Plastic, Environmental Law Alliance Worldwide, Plastic Pollution Coalition, and The Surfrider Foundation to track and update plastic regulations from over 115 countries. The Global Plastic Laws Database is a one-stop global portal for policymakers, organizations, businesses, educators, students, researchers, and journalists who want to access the latest plastic regulations across all jurisdictions. It covers the full life cycle of plastics—from Design + Reuse to Waste Management—and includes important issue areas like Extended Producer Responsibility, Microplastics, Transparency, and Traceability. Whether you're a business seeking to understand current plastic regulations, an educator or student studying plastic policy, a humanitarian planning disaster response, or a journalist reporting on plastic pollution, this tool is invaluable. As the UN Global Plastics Treaty negotiation process continues, the Global Plastic Laws Database will be essential in making plastic legislation visible, accessible, and easy to track. Once the treaty is adopted, it will support its implementation and help monitor progress. #PlasticFreeFuture #GlobalPlasticLaws #PlasticPollution #CircularEconomy #PlasticRegulations

Co-chaired by Norway and Rwanda, the High Ambition Coalition to End Plastic Pollution is a global alliance working to transform how we produce, use, and manage plastics. With more than 67 countries, this initiative aims to create a world where plastics no longer harm our planet, ecosystems, or health. 💡 Ending plastic pollution by 2040 isn't just a dream—it's a global mission. Watch the video and join the movement to build a sustainable, circular future. 🌱 #EndPlasticPollution #Sustainability #CircularEconomy

🌏 A pivotal moment for our planet unfolds in Busan, Republic of Korea, as world leaders gather for the fifth session of UN negotiations on plastic pollution. With plastic production set to double by 2040, the stakes have never been higher. The decisions made during this week could reshape our approach to plastics and determine the future health of our oceans, climate, and communities. 🌊 Key focus areas include: 📊 Production reduction strategies 🔄 Lifecycle management 💰 Funding mechanisms 🤝 International cooperation Time is of the essence. In just seven days, negotiators must forge a path toward a cleaner, more sustainable future. The world is watching as we work to transform ambition into meaningful action. Join the conversation on this crucial environmental milestone. What steps do you think are most critical for addressing the global plastic crisis? Share your thoughts below. 👇 #PlasticPollution #ClimateAction #Sustainability #GlobalGoals #EnvironmentalPolicy #ClimateChange #UNNegotiations #CircularEconomy #Busan2024

🌍 Imagine a world where every product is designed to leave no trace—that’s the promise of biomaterials leading the way in the plastics industry! This week, we're spotlighting 4 groundbreaking initiatives that are making waves in sustainable design, each with the power to help transition us toward a waste-free, regenerative future. 🚀♻️ Discover these visionary projects: 1️⃣ traceless materials – Using agricultural byproducts, Traceless creates a plant-based, plastic-free material that naturally degrades, bringing a true circular economy into action. It’s sustainable, functional, and leaves zero waste behind! 🌱 #Traceless 2️⃣ Sway – Inspired by seaweed’s incredible potential, Sway has developed compostable plastic replacements that are as functional as they are earth-friendly. Seaweed-based, regenerative, and aligned with circularity. 🌊 #Sway 3️⃣ Shellworks – Working with microbes, Shellworks has created Vivomer, a biomaterial that breaks down entirely in the environment after use. A perfect fit for brands ready to embrace plastic alternatives with natural, true circularity. 🦠 #Shellworks 4️⃣ Biodegradable algae water bottle - Product designer, Ari Jónsson has crafted a biodegradable water bottle from algae, offering a design solution that disappears once empty. A smart, elegant response to single-use waste. 🧪💧 #BiodegradableAlgaeWaterBottle This post is for anyone exploring opportunities in sustainable design or impact investment—we’re here to make connections between companies and those passionate about transforming the future of materials! 🌍 🔍 Follow The adaPETation® Network to keep learning how these innovations bring circular systems, nature, and design together to shape a world without plastic waste. 🌐 #CircularEconomy #Biomaterials #SustainableDesign #ImpactInvesting #FutureOfPlastics

Check out this podcast by the adaPETation® Network on circular economy! In this episode, Neil Cameron highlights: 🙌 The importance of collaboration between startups and corporations for the future of circularity. Emerald's most recent Sprint on "Design for End of Life", for instance, fostered such collaboration for this key topic. 💚 How companies like Paptic Ltd are creating paper with a lower CO2 footprint and better properties than traditional paper, and how these and other innovations in the materials space are crucial for a sustainable future. 🤩 His vision where interrelated circular ecosystems communicate effectively with each other, and all the players on the value circle work together to make circularity viable. 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/dYFT4Bzj #PET #podcast #sustainablepackaging #smartpackaging #circulareconomy

👗♻️ The fashion industry is evolving, and recycled polyester (rPET) has become a key player in the sustainability movement. But what’s the real story behind this material? We’ve created a video that dives into the 7 most common myths about rPET—not to criticize but to spark hope, innovation, and collaboration for a more sustainable future. 🎥 Watch now to discover: ✔️ How rPET is giving plastic a second life ✔️ The challenges and opportunities in creating a circular fashion system ✔️ Why sustainability is about progress, not perfection Let’s celebrate the strides we’ve made and explore what’s next for fashion’s green revolution. Together, we can inspire change. #Sustainability #FashionInnovation #CircularEconomy #RecycledPolyester #rPET #SustainableFuture

Dive into the circular journey of PET with Costa Crociere S.p.A., Corepla and Fratelli Guzzini! 🚢✨ Discover how innovative design and sustainability come together to transform waste into wonder. From cruise ships to stylish tableware, these companies are redefining the lifecycle of PET plastic. Through this powerful collaboration, over 2 million PET bottles have been collected in just 5 months, giving them a new purpose. One glass from the stunning Tierra collection? Made from 3.3 recycled bottles! 🔄 This is #SystemsThinking in action - where every material gets a second life. #RedesigningDesign #SustainableDesign #CircularEconomy #PETRecycling #GreenInnovation #EcoFriendly #MarineConservation #systemsthinking