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NIR test programme reveals factors influencing sorting flexible packaging materials

Envirotec Magazine

A major international collaboration to provide independent, scientific data linked to design, sortability and mechanical recyclability of flexible packaging has published its first report – with a focus on Near Infrared (NIR) technology.

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750,000 tonnes of household plastic packaging goes uncaptured

Envirotec Magazine

Plastic resource efficiency and recycling charity RECOUP estimates that 750,000 tonnes of post-consumer plastic packaging is not currently collected for recycling, in its new UK Household Plastic Packaging Collection Survey report.

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Household plastic packaging collection drops for first time, says RECOUP

Envirotec Magazine

Plastic packaging use and plastic packaging collection quantities have dropped for the first time in RECOUP’s annual UK Household Plastic Packaging Collection Survey. The UK’s overall recycling rate for plastic packaging from household and commercial sources is 52%.

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Food packaging will still be landfilled or incinerated without accelerated innovation

Envirotec Magazine

The study anticipates a shift from polymer-based to fibre-based packaging (pictured) by 2040. Today, food packaging is predominantly plastic and recycling rates are relatively low. Today, food packaging is predominantly plastic and recycling rates are relatively low. Recycling rates for plastics are also projected to grow.

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The How2Recycle label needs a massive campaign. Brands should make it happen

GreenBiz

I hope you’ve downloaded our latest free report, "Engaging Middle America in Recycling Solutions.". Some companies have started including new labeling on their packaging showing which parts of the package are recyclable (see sample image). Have you noticed any new recycling labeling on the packaging of things you buy?

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Episode 235: The value of informal waste collectors, reusable packaging prevails

GreenBiz

Episode 235: The value of informal waste collectors, reusable packaging prevails. 7 tips for companies developing reusable packaging. Download it here. Heather Clancy. Fri, 09/04/2020 - 02:00. Week in Review. Stories discussed this week (4:08). What does "climate risk" actually mean ? State of the Profession.

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Packaging materials usage snapshot profiles mixed progress

Envirotec Magazine

Domestic recycling of aluminium packaging has remained static over the 2015-2022 period, while waste exports grew rapidly. Product manufacturers’ use of packaging materials has decreased since 2019, says a new report from environmental compliance scheme Valpak. Paper and card packaging recycling targets have flat-lined.

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