3D printing, the Masterspool, and a bid to scrap plastic waste
The Upcyling and Additive Manufacturing (UpAM) project at the University of Luxembourg is one example of how researchers are attempting to create a circular economy for the technology. Dutch company Refil has launched a PLA filament made entirely from recycled yogurt pots. And 3devo's SHR3D … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: 3D printing, the Masterspool, and […]
India & Sweden adopt Jt Action Plan to implement partnership in innovation, trade and investment …
… urban development, air pollution control, waste management, waste-to-energy, waste-water treatment, district cooling and circular economy, including through dialogue and capacity building'' and ''Exchange know-how and explore cooperation in the areas of electro-mobility as well as renewable fuels. Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: India & Sweden adopt Jt Action Plan to implement partnership in innovation, […]
India, Sweden to cooperate in Smart Cities, energy
The two countries will exchange knowledge and explore cooperation on smart cities, including transit-oriented urban development, air pollution control, waste management, waste-to-energy, waste-water treatment, district cooling and circular economy, including through dialogue and capacity building. Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: India, Sweden to cooperate in Smart Cities, energy India, Sweden to cooperate in Smart Cities, […]
Scientists have created a fast-acting, plastic-eating enzyme
“It will be interesting to see whether, based on this study, the performance of the enzyme can be improved and made suitable for industrial-scale application in the recycling and the future circular economy of plastic,” said Dr Colin Miles at the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council, … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Scientists have created […]
Finland Will Prohibit The Use Of Coal For Energy Production Starting With 2029 To Combat …
Starting with the year 2029, Finland will prohibit the use of coal to produce energy. The Minister of the Environment, Kimmo Tiilikainen, known for his measures for greenhouse gas emissions reduction, announced a ban on the use of this fossil fuel last year, when the deadline was set for 2030, and, … Source: Circular Economy News […]
Sweden India Joint Action Plan (April 17, 2018)
Exchange knowledge and explore cooperation on smart cities, including transit-oriented urban development, air pollution control, waste management, waste-to-energy, waste-water treatment, district cooling and circular economy, including through dialogue and capacity building. -; Exchange know-how … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Sweden India Joint Action Plan (April 17, 2018) Sweden India Joint Action Plan (April 17, 2018)
Benelux: Air Liquide Signs a New Long-Term Contract with Covestro for the Supply of Hydrogen
By capturing carbon and upgrading the recovered CO2, this model is part of a circular economy system. Expected to start operation in 2020, this new SMR-XTM unit will offer optimal performances in terms of energy efficiency, safety and reliability. The new plant will also support the development of the … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Benelux: […]
India, Sweden ink joint action plan, innovation partnership (Roundup)
The Action Plan also aims to exchange knowledge and explore cooperation on smart cities, including transit-oriented urban development, air pollution control, waste management, waste-to-energy, waste-water treatment, district cooling and circular economy, including through dialogue and capacity … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: India, Sweden ink joint action plan, innovation partnership (Roundup) India, Sweden ink joint action […]
Henkel expanding use of regranulated resin
Given the technical challenges involved, both companies recognize this as an important initial step to helping ensure that such consumer packaging meets the environmental needs of a more circular economy. Considering the package requirements — a shiny white exterior, an easy-peel opening, and … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Henkel expanding use of regranulated resin Henkel […]
North Face parks project turns plastic bottles into clothes
The project aims to advance The North Face's use of sustainable materials and create a more circular economy by extending the lifecycle of single-use plastic bottles. Today (17 April), The North Face has launched a collection of T-shirts and tote bags made with the recycled plastic. One dollar (US$1) … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: North […]