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Industry leaders form partnerships to drive circular economy

The circular economy is gaining steam, thanks to innovative partnerships among companies, such as Dell, Nikki Reed and Goodwill's program to turn old electronics into jewelry. Smart partnerships are allowing corporations across industries to engage in cradle-to-cradle models of waste management.
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Striving for a circular economy

rpc-circular-economy-1.jpg. Plastic packaging is an integral part of our modern lifestyle and all sorts of items are contained, and in some instances their shelf life prolonged, by means of plastic packaging. From food and beverage to toiletries, cosmetics and personal care items, to automotive lubricants …
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Recycling startups vie for Davos economic forum award

Hyderabad-based Banyan Nation said the award will help its effort to push demand for high-quality recycled plastics in India. "The nomination lends global voice to the regional innovation, a huge opportunity for our circular economy model," said CEO Mani Vajipey. "The vision is to make use of recycled …
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Spelacchio farewell party held in Rome (2)

Councillor Montanari said Spelacchio will now gain fresh fame as "the symbol of a circular economy, ever more necessary for Rome's future and that of the new generations". First slammed for its high cost and lack of pine needles, Spelacchio gradually gathered defenders and ended its days as a 'tree of …
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Dell spots golden opportunity with jewellery line

The limited edition range includes 14- and 18-carat gold rings, earrings and cufflinks and aims to highlight the importance of advancing a circular economy. Dell has also announced a pilot to use recycled gold from used electronics in new computer motherboards – it is already doing so with plastics and …
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Plastics trade groups call for mutual acceptance of REACH after Brexit

The EU's flagship programme to create a circular economy can only be addressed in conjunction with the UK as a partner with the EU." UK government ministers say that REACH will be incorporated into UK law. But the government has failed to explain how this would be achieved or whether it would be …
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May Urges UK Supermarkets To Create Plastic-Free Aisles In War On Waste

However, the organisation warned that the government needs to develop a strategy to help retailers shift to a circular economy. “One element missing from the plan is details on how we improve the waste and recycling infrastructure in the UK and work with local authorities to improve consistency in …
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Circular Economy: Tremendous slow-down

In light of the preliminary agreement reached between the European Parliament and the Council on the Circular Economy Package in December 2017 CEWEP appeals to the Member States not to see landfill diversion as a burden, but as an opportunity to improve their waste management systems, with …
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Texworld USA Launches 'Explore the Floor' Series

In addition, the importance of a circular economy for the future of fashion will also be discussed. “Attendees can look forward to topics that will keep them on the cusp of what is happening in our ever-evolving industry. Our seminars and Textile Talks are perfect for anyone, no matter their level in the …
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Europe must look beyond the Circular Economy Package. Resource productivity in the EU has increased by 41% since the beginning of the century. A look beyond the EU's circular economy package by Nick Molho on Euractiv.com. Article · Read more about Europe must look beyond the Circular …
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