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Despite initial optimism for gasification, one of the primary methods of chemically recycling plastics, the industry has faced major setbacks in 2024. With over 90% of capacity offline in some places, and future projects dwindling, the sector stands at a pivotal crossroads. In this analysis, Joshua Dill, Plastics Recycling Analyst at ICIS, examines the critical challenges of strict regulations, technical issues, and high financial risks that are stalling gasification projects Click here to read: https://lnkd.in/eNvJqfNG To get access to exclusive premium content, become a Packaging Europe member: https://lnkd.in/em_Jz4_Q   Follow our hashtag to stay up to date with the latest packaging news: #PackagingEurope

Not long now until we will travel to Brussels for AMI's Chemical Recycling Europe conference - I am looking forward to catching up with contacts old and new to discuss the latest developments, of which there have been quite a few. I've been thinking about a title for my presentation and what came to mind was "Caught in the middle" - developing legislation, geopolitical shifts interrupting supply chains and driving up costs, European industrial competitiveness under pressure and, partly as a result of these developments, petrochemical companies making long-term strategic decisions about where to site their crackers. And in the middle of it all an emerging industry sector trying to scale up against the background of this extremely challenging operating environment. There is still time to register - it will be very interesting! #recycling #chemicalrecycling #plasticsrecycling #plastics #ppwr #europeanlegislation #feedstock

Shaping a Sustainable Future for Plastics: Industrial Decarbonisation Europe Partners with Plastics Europe! ♻️ We're excited to announce a new partnership! Reuters Events: Industrial Decarbonisation Europe 2024 (22-23 May, Amsterdam) is proud to collaborate with Plastics Europe, a leading voice in the European plastics industry. https://lnkd.in/e9SgFpDM Plastics Europe will be moderating a key session: "Bio-based Plastics: A Sustainable Solution?" This session will delve into the potential and challenges of bio-based plastics as a more sustainable alternative. Experts will discuss:  - The latest innovations in bio-based plastic technology  - The environmental impact considerations of bio-based plastics  - Strategies for integrating bio-based plastics into the circular economy Find out more about this groundbreaking event: https://lnkd.in/e9SgFpDM #IDEU2024 #industrialdecarbonisation #plasticseurope #biobasedplastics #sustainablematerials #netzero #circulareconomy 

Plastics Europe has published its 2024 edition of “Circular Economy for Plastics – A European Analysis” report. The freely available report provides an overview of European plastics production, conversion into products and components, consumption, waste management, as well as recycling technologies based on 2022 data. In 2022, after packaging, the building & construction applications were the largest end-use markets for plastics in the EU27+3, accounting for 22.9% of the total. You can find a lot of information related to the construction sector in the report. #plastics #construction #circularity #constructionchemicals

📢 Exciting News from Clean Planet Technologies 🌱 Clean Planet Technologies is thrilled to share that it has just been granted its second #patent, marking a groundbreaking advancement in the #recycling of #wasteplastics! This innovative process promises to revolutionize how we tackle environmental sustainability challenges by transforming highly olefinic oils derived from waste plastic #pyrolysis into cleaner, more efficient fuels and #circular products. The patented method utilizes a sophisticated two-stage technique, intricately combining #hydrogen gas with #olefinic #pyrolysis oil and a specialized attenuation stream. By significantly reducing olefins content, this #breakthrough enhances fuel #stability and #quality while addressing crucial concerns such as heat management and #safety. This #innovation not only offers a solution to the persistent problem of plastic waste but also contributes to the #circulareconomy by converting waste plastics into high-value, ultra-clean fuels. By reducing reliance on fossil fuels, minimizing #environmental #impact, and supporting #sustainable products, Clean Planet Technologies is leading the change towards a more responsible and efficient approach to resource utilization. For more details, you can read the full patent grant on our website. #CleanPlanetTechnologies #Sustainability #Innovation #CircularEconomy #GreenTech #Recycling #PlasticWaste #EnvironmentalImpact #RenewableEnergy #CleanFuel #LowCarbon #UKInnovation #Decarbonization #GreenFuture #ResourceUtilization #WasteConversion #TechInnovation #ClimateAction #GreenerFuture https://lnkd.in/e2_WUbGT

🤔 Do you know that ELIX Polymers reaffirms its commitment to zero plastic pellet losses through Operation Clean Sweep® Europe certification? 👉 This certification marks an important milestone for operations at ELIX Polymers, which has been firmly committed to the Operation Clean Sweep® Europe programme ever since it was implemented in Europe. This certification, based on the OCS Europe Certification Scheme, highlights ELIX’s ongoing commitment to sustainability efforts 💚, which include minimising plastic leakage across the plastics supply chain 💪. 🗣️ Francisco Durán, Head of Operations at ELIX Polymers, has shown great satisfaction with the company’s efforts to achieve the goal of Zero Pellet Loss: “OCS certification reflects our firm commitment to protecting the environment and adapting to and mitigating climate change. We are determined to continue leading the way in creating sustainable solutions”. With this milestone, ELIX Polymers sets the benchmark for other companies in the region to follow suit and embrace similar practices in their operations 👏. 🧐 If you want to know more about it, refer to: https://bit.ly/4eoQAIP #OCS #certification #commitment #sustainability #ZeroPelletLoss #solutions

An innovative upcycling process transforms unsorted daily plastic waste into hydrogen and valuable carbon materials. We have developed a novel plasma-enabled method using single-atom catalysts to rapidly decompose various types of plastic waste, including mixed plastics, into high-value carbon nanomaterials and hydrogen. The study, recently published in Angewandte Chemie, demonstrates that this efficient and cost-effective approach represents a breakthrough in sustainable waste management, providing a promising solution for large-scale recycling of mixed post-consumer plastics. Read more about our work 😊 : https://lnkd.in/e8bYXxSU https://lnkd.in/eGJc3wCN

A brand new event focusing on one of the most debated topics in the recycling landscape - feedstock availability for recycling. Taking place the day before AMI's Chemical Recycling Europe conference in Brussels, with preferential rates and additional networking opportunities available for delegates booking both events. #recycling #mechanicalrecycling #chemicalrecycling #plasticsrecycling #feedstockforrecycling #plastics #waste #wastemanagement

New life for old plastics: Post-stabilization is the key to success Post-stabilization of #recyclates is crucial for quality assurance in the #plastics recycling industry. Customized stabilizer systems can neutralize oxidative damage, which increases the reusability of polyolefin recyclates. This leads not only to better product properties, but also reduces the consumption of resources and promotes the sustainable use of plastics. Within the framework of the Fraunhofer CCPE, the Fraunhofer LBF has devoted itself to the post-stabilization of recyclates and developed a new generation of stabilizer systems tailored to the special requirements of recyclates. 👉 Read more: https://lnkd.in/dz2ikynT Picture copyright: Fraunhofer LBF

Insights from the AMI Chemical Recycling Conference: Unlocking Chemical Recycling is Feedstock Dependent Just returned from an enriching experience at AMI’s Chemical Recycling Conference where the spotlight illuminated the potential power of chemical recycling and key drivers of its limitations, feedstock sourcing stood out prominently! By connecting innovative recyclers (mechanical & chemical) with high-quality feedstock sources, we're playing a vital role in accelerating the transition towards a circular economy. The conference provided an excellent platform for industry leaders to highlight their technologies and contribute collaborative partnerships across the value chain. The energy and enthusiasm of fellow attendees reaffirmed the collective mission to tackle plastic waste and environmental challenges head-on. Excited to continue leveraging our capabilities to support the growth of recycling, both chemical and mechanical to contribute to building a more sustainable future for generations to come!  #ChemicalRecycling #Sustainability #FeedstockSourcing #CircularEconomy #ConferenceHighlights