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I am very pleased to share my thoughts on some of the legal issues for recycling plastics in the U.S. My article, Structural and Legal Challenges for Managing Plastic Wastes in the United States, was just published in the ABA’s spring edition of Natural Resources & Environment (2024). While it may not give you the definitive answer as to whether you can recycle that plastic clamshell container, I hope it will make us think harder about finding a comprehensive, consistent, and effective approach to recycling in the United States. https://lnkd.in/dxPfH3YA

BPF updates recycling and reuse roadmap - #plastics #packaging #sustainablepackaging #packagingdesign A new edition of the British Plastics Federation’s Recycling Roadmap has been published that presents the latest UK data for plastics recycling and up-to-date forecasts of what the UK could achieve over the next decade. Produced in collaboration with Recoup, the document notes that nearly four years after the first edition was published, many of the required changes first mentioned in 2021, have still not happened. This is due to delays in implementing key policies as well as particularly challenging economic circumstances. Achieving a recycling rate of 69 per cent by 2030 (as outlined in the first edition) will take […] https://lnkd.in/eHNA3uc5

Learn The State of Plastics Recycling at the Plastics 2024 Recycling Conference! Come to the conference in Grapevine, Texas beginning March 25 and see Scott Saunders explain the latest updates in the industry. The GM of KW Plastics brings 40 years of recycling experience, 30 in plastics, to the conversation. Don't miss out! #KWPlastics #Plastics2024RecyclingConference #StateofPlasticsRecycling

Top stories from March 2024: Top stories from March 2024 A project that tracked plastic packaging dropped off in retail collection sites was our top-read story last month, joined by coverage of a chemical recycling supply agreement, bale markets, the Plastics Recycling Conference and more. The list below shows our top stories published … Continue Reading→ The post Top stories from March 2024 appeared first on Plastics Recycling Update. #opnecoxpress #wastefree #sustainbleliving #recycling #packagingindustry #sustainibility

Please check out this video from the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS). This is another in a series of videos demonstrating that the plastics industry is investing in solutions for a circular economy. #PackagingLaw

Coolrec Plastics successfully passes RecyClass audit; ensuring traceability and control in recycling ♻️ We are excited to share that #Coolrec Plastics has achieved success in passing the RecyClass audit. This achievement signifies our commitment to traceability and control in the recycling process. With this certification, we can always provide transparency about the composition of our products. The recycled content in our products is verified by an accredited third party. Read more: #recycling #circulareconomy #sustainability #plastics

Coolrec Plastics successfully passes RecyClass audit; ensuring traceability and control in recycling ♻️ We are excited to share that #Coolrec Plastics has achieved success in passing the RecyClass audit. This achievement signifies our commitment to traceability and control in the recycling process. With this certification, we can always provide transparency about the composition of our products. The recycled content in our products is verified by an accredited third party. Read more: #recycling #circulareconomy #sustainability #plastics

Entries for the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025 (held at the Plastics Recycling Show Europe) are now open - earlier than usual - with participants from every part of the plastics recycling chain in Europe invited to enter Click here to read: https://lnkd.in/eZPS3MMQ 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

Now live! A debate on how new legislation will shape the future of plastics recycling in North America led by David Eldridge of AMI. The session brings together expert voices, including Hendrik Dullinger from EFS-plastics Inc., Josephine Hsu from Keller and Heckman LLP, and Tammy Rucker from Revolution Sustainable Solutions, LLC. As recycling continues to evolve, understanding how policies impact the industry and how we can adapt is crucial. How do you see legislation influencing your own recycling practices? #AMIExpos #recycling #international #plastics

Did you ever wonder what your vacuum cleaner is made of? In the series Breaking the code, we will decode some common recycling symbols associated with electronic plastics. Let's kick of with a plastic highly abundant in WEEE: Polypropylene. #CircularEconomy #PlasticRecycling #ElectronicRecycling #WEEE #Polypropylene