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To achieve a circular plastics industry, no ‘one-size-fits-all’ solution will do, but a combination of different approaches will be required. In 2022, 400.3 Mt of plastics were produced worldwide (Source: Plastics Europe). Unsurprisingly, consumers and legislative authorities are demanding change and more careful use of resources to achieve a plastics industry that is as climate-neutral as possible. The IWK Institut für Werkstofftechnik und Kunststoffverarbeitung (part of OST – Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences) is working on contributing to this goal. #PlasticWaste #PlasticRecycling #CircularEconomy #NetZero Click the link below to discover more ⬇ https://bit.ly/44PYGpD

To achieve a circular plastics industry, no ‘one-size-fits-all’ solution will do, but a combination of different approaches will be required. In 2022, 400.3 Mt of plastics were produced worldwide (Source: Plastics Europe). Unsurprisingly, consumers and legislative authorities are demanding change and more careful use of resources to achieve a plastics industry that is as climate-neutral as possible. The Institute for Materials Technology and Plastics Processing (IWK, part of OST – Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences) is working on contributing to this goal. Daniel Schwendemann Professor - Institute for Materials Technology and Plastics Processing  OST – Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences Read the full article from Daniel Schwendemann here: https://lnkd.in/ebJsyZGk #plastic #plasticwaste #plasticrecycling #circulareconomy

Synergy of recycling technologies for a circular plastics industry To achieve a circular plastics industry, no ‘one-size-fits-all’ solution will do, but a combination of different approaches will be required. In 2022, 400.3 Mt of plastics were produced worldwide (Source: Plastics Europe). Unsurprisingly, consumers and legislative authorities are demanding change and more careful use of resources to achieve a plastics industry that is as climate-neutral as possible. The @Institute for Materials Technology and Plastics Processing (IWK, part of OST – Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences) is working on contributing to this goal. Professor Daniel Schwendemann IWK Institute for Materials Technology and Plastics Processing, OST Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences Head of Compounding and Extrusion Phone: +41 58 257 49 16 https://lnkd.in/ebJsyZGk #plastic #plasticwaste #circulareconomoy #recycling #envrionment #plasticindustry #science #research #innovation

Learn how the quest for sustainable solutions has driven innovations in material science, leading to greater opportunities to reduce costs with metal-to-plastic conversion in our newest blog, Innovations in Material Science Creating Metal-to-Plastic Conversion Opportunities Across Industries. #MaterialScience #Sustainability

ACI's Future of Chemical Recycling 2025 is taking place in NH Amsterdam Barbizon Palace Hotel in The Netherlands on the 5th - 6th February 2025. We are delighted to announce that Peter Schwarz, Head of Sustainability Technologies in Covestro will join us as a speaker and deliver a presentation titled: Advanced Recycling of Engineering Thermoplastics – A Differentiated View on Recyclability, where he will share insights on: ✔️ Engineering thermoplastics face specific problems in recycling: difficult to collect, widely distributed but only small amounts, small fractions ✔️ The generic chemical recycling processes – gasification or pyrolysis – struggle with the heteroatom content in most engineering plastics. Mechanical recycling often is no option as it always is downcycling. ✔️ Engineering thermoplastics offer an interesting potential for polymer-specific advanced recycling procedures, making “smaller circles” possible ✔️ Using Polycarbonate as an example, the presentation will thematize the different generic and specific advanced recycling routes and the particular problems of engineering thermoplastics in advanced recycling. View latest agenda now: https://lnkd.in/e6dTqq2r For more information or to register your attendance, contact Marcin Janecki or email mjanecki@acieu.net #ChemicalRecycling #CircularEconomy #SustainableSolutions #RecyclingInnovation #WasteToResources #PlasticRecycling #GreenTechnology #EnvironmentalSustainability #RecyclingIndustry #RenewableResources #SustainableManufacturing #EcoFriendly #WasteManagement #SustainableMaterials #ClimateAction Active Communications International (ACI Europe)

In 2022, 400.3 Mt of #plastics were produced worldwide (Source: Plastics Europe). Unsurprisingly, consumers and legislative authorities are demanding change and more careful use of resources to achieve a plastics industry that is as climate-neutral as possible. The Institute for Materials Technology and Plastics Processing (IWK Institut für Werkstofftechnik und Kunststoffverarbeitung), part of OST – Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences is working on contributing to this goal. Daniel Schwendemann #plasticwastemanagement #circulareconomy #plasticpollution #sustainabilty #netzero https://lnkd.in/eBFaP-i3

Switzerland is renowned for its engineering skills and its ability to develop innovative solutions to complex challenges. This is also evident in the country's plastics industry. Sustainability plays a central role. Recycling and the development of biodegradable plastics are key priorities to minimize the environmental impact of plastics processing. Another outstanding feature is the close cooperation between research institutions, companies and the government. Switzerland invests heavily in research and development to drive innovation in plastics processing. This cooperation not only promotes the development of new technologies, but also strengthens the competitiveness of the industry on an international level. Our detailed country special gives an insight into the Swiss plastics market. On the spot reports provide infor‧mation on the corporate history of extrusion companies and specialist articles present innovations in the fields of temperature control, injection molding and recycling. 👉 https://lnkd.in/dtfSxdvJ Susanne Schröder, Clemens Doriat, Florian Streifinger, Susanne Thyrauer, Jeanette Rober, Andrea Reischl, Melanie Ehrhardt

🍃🎮Gametime! Test your knowledge and see what we do on our journey towards a circular economy and achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. 🎮🍃 1.VERTICAL: We work through the entire lifecycle of plastics to make them more sustainable and call this transformation #OurPlastics.....? 2. HORIZONTAL: By 2023, over one-third of BASF Performance Materials sites were running on “...” electricity. BASF makes relentless efforts to switch all of its sites to “...” electricity by 2025. 3. VERTICAL: We view co-”...” with customers and partners as key to sustainability in the plastics industry. Recently, BASF developed an innovative polyurethane (PU) foam technology for easier mechanical recycling, with steering wheel prototypes presented in Europe and China. 4. HORIZONTAL: We commit to reaching at least 20% of “....” economy sales by 2030. A key contributor is the biopolymer portfolio, which supports compostable packaging and agricultural applications. Biopolymers help reduce food waste, improve organic recycling, and prevent microplastics in soil. For more details about our strategic roadmap, click here. Transforming Plastics Together. Join us on #OurPlasticsJourney

🍃🎮Gametime! Test your knowledge and see what we do on our journey towards a circular economy and achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. 🎮🍃 1.VERTICAL: We work through the entire lifecycle of plastics to make them more sustainable and call this transformation #OurPlastics.....? 2. HORIZONTAL: By 2023, over one-third of BASF Performance Materials sites were running on “...” electricity. BASF makes relentless efforts to switch all of its sites to “...” electricity by 2025. 3. VERTICAL: We view co-”...” with customers and partners as key to sustainability in the plastics industry. Recently, BASF developed an innovative polyurethane (PU) foam technology for easier mechanical recycling, with steering wheel prototypes presented in Europe and China. 4. HORIZONTAL: We commit to reaching at least 20% of “....” economy sales by 2030. A key contributor is the biopolymer portfolio, which supports compostable packaging and agricultural applications. Biopolymers help reduce food waste, improve organic recycling, and prevent microplastics in soil. For more details about our strategic roadmap, click here. Transforming Plastics Together. Join us on #OurPlasticsJourney

🌿 SURPASS Consortium Partners Series: Episode 11 - Introducing BASF: Leading the Way in Sustainable Chemistry and Innovation 🌿 Today we introduce BASF in the latest episode of our SURPASS Consortium Partners series—a global leader committed to driving a sustainable future through innovative chemistry. 💡 Innovative Chemistry for a Sustainable Future At BASF, their approach integrates economic prosperity, environmental stewardship, and social accountability, ensuring that their actions today contribute to a better tomorrow. 🔄 Addressing Plastic Waste Challenges As a prominent plastics manufacturer, BASF recognizes its responsibility to tackle plastic waste challenges head-on. They are actively engaged in developing various recycling solutions aimed at rejuvenating plastic materials, paving the way for a more circular economy and reducing environmental impact. 🚀 Spearheading Sustainable Innovations in SURPASS In the SURPASS Project, BASF leads in advancing novel materials and additives across key industries like construction, transportation, and packaging. Their contributions extend beyond this, as they provide support across other work packages and contribute to Safe and Sustainable by Design applications. Leveraging our industry-specific insights and perspectives, BASF plays a crucial role in driving innovation and sustainability within the consortium. Curious to learn more about the SURPASS Project? 👉 https://lnkd.in/ejAK8P-5 🌐 Stay Tuned for More Sustainable Innovations! #surpassproject #europeanfundedproject #Innovation #Sustainability #Chemistry #CircularEconomy #PlasticWaste #ResearchAndDevelopment