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Greening the supply chain: more carrot, less stick

A big part of the biomanufacturing and 3D printing discussion revolved around the need to transition to a “circular economy,” an economic framework … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Greening the supply chain: more carrot, less stick Greening the supply chain: more carrot, less stick

These solutions will help us halve our emissions by 2030

… efficiency, circular business models and refrigerant management. The authors consider a circular economy crucial for accelerating the transition. Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: These solutions will help us halve our emissions by 2030 These solutions will help us halve our emissions by 2030

What are plastics and why do they matter? An explainer

Putting the concept of a circular economy into concrete action, though, will require the buy-in of stakeholders from all sides. Only through collaborative … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: What are plastics and why do they matter? An explainer What are plastics and why do they matter? An explainer

France to introduce anti-waste law to promote circular economy

France says no to waste. The French Senate has approved the “Loi Anti Gaspillage”, or the anti-waste law, to favour a circular economy. The law … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: France to introduce anti-waste law to promote circular economy France to introduce anti-waste law to promote circular economy

California’s 2019 legislative session offers positive strides on curbing waste

The biggest headlines have been reserved for the justified disappointment that California's landmark Circular Economy and Pollution Act (SB 54/AB … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: California's 2019 legislative session offers positive strides on curbing waste California's 2019 legislative session offers positive strides on curbing waste

Green projects in cities are the key to big finance

But cities also need to go further, by recognising the benefits of a circular economy that minimises waste. The 15 circular steps for cities, a guide from … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Green projects in cities are the key to big finance Green projects in cities are the key to big finance

100% Recyclable PE Detergent Pouch with Detachable Panels from Werner & Mertz

… project was Werner & Mertz's commitment to sustainability and its efforts toward creating packaging that fits the circular economy model. “We believe … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: 100% Recyclable PE Detergent Pouch with Detachable Panels from Werner & Mertz 100% Recyclable PE Detergent Pouch with Detachable Panels from Werner & Mertz

Nestlé launches paper straws, cups to curb plastic use

The partnership aims to change the current “take-make-waste” economic model into a circular economy to address plastic pollution in Indonesia. Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Nestlé launches paper straws, cups to curb plastic use Nestlé launches paper straws, cups to curb plastic use

Paper and biodegradable alternatives as bad as plastic says Greenpeace

Nestlé stated that "PET is a high value plastic that has the potential to achieve a circular economy model, and we are taking a number of actions to … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Paper and biodegradable alternatives as bad as plastic says Greenpeace Paper and biodegradable alternatives as bad as plastic says Greenpeace

Circular economy transition could be complete by 2029

New research suggests that the global circular economy transition could be complete as early as 2029, as consumers and businesses increasingly … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Circular economy transition could be complete by 2029 Circular economy transition could be complete by 2029