Joburg school gets desks made out of recycled plastic
Janine Basson, Petco stakeholder relations manager, said the desks met a real need at schools; at the same time, they demonstrated the importance of sustainable waste management and highlighted the great value in so-called “waste” materials in a circular economy. “Petco believes that schools are a … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Joburg school gets desks […]
NatureFlex sales increase for Futamura
Renewable and compostable films manufacturer Futamura has announced a 25 per cent growth in sales of its NatureFlex line of films. Andy Sweetman, sales and marketing manager – EMEA, commented: “The growth in NatureFlex sales can be attributed to the growing trend by retailers and brand … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: NatureFlex sales increase for […]
MSP delight at PeelPorts grant for Hunterston
“Between the Decommissioning Challenge Fund to upgrade decommissioning infrastructure and the Circular Economy Investment Fund to invest in reuse and refurbishment of existing equipment, the SNP Government offers a broad spectrum of funding opportunities, which I am glad Hunterston is … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: MSP delight at PeelPorts grant for Hunterston MSP delight at […]
MSP delight at Hunterston funding
Such opportunities will be explored in close collaboration with industry, local authorities and stakeholders. “Between the Decommissioning Challenge Fund to upgrade decommissioning infrastructure and the Circular Economy Investment Fund to invest in reuse and refurbishment of existing equipment, … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: MSP delight at Hunterston funding MSP delight at Hunterston funding
Mayor Ko heading to Turkey to discuss mosque construction in Taipei
The mayor will travel to The Netherlands, Belgium, Poland and Turkey from Jan. 27 to Feb. 6 to learn more about urban renewal, the circular economy, smart cities and shared transportation in major cities around the world. Another focus of the trip will be discussions with Turkish officials on funding for … Source: Circular Economy News […]
Plastic recycling startup Banyan Nation shortlisted for 'The Circular Economy' awards
Plastic recycling startup Banyan Nation has been shortlisted for The Circular Economy awards at the World Economic Forum to be held at Davos in January. The Banyan's path breaking work for Tata Motors in automotive bumper recycling and its partnership with L'Oréal, the French cosmetics giant, … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Plastic recycling startup Banyan […]
Crackdown in China creates recycling fears
Cook said this isn't the first time China has put restrictions on the industry, but this time, insiders are looking closely at other alternatives. “This is what happens with markets. They change and they evolve and this is maybe an opportunity for us to be more domestic and create this circular economy around … Source: Circular […]
Dow and Keep America Beautiful announce Hefty EnergyBag grant recipients
Midland, Michigan-based Dow Packaging and Specialty Plastics and Stamford, Connecticut-based nonprofit Keep America Beautiful have announced awarding two $50,000 grants to organizations in Cobb County, Georgia, and Boise, Idaho, to establish the Hefty EnergyBag program in their respective … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Dow and Keep America Beautiful announce Hefty EnergyBag grant recipients Dow and […]
The one activewear line you need to get in shape in 2018
Staying fit and eating healthy are top of mind for many of us in 2018, especially after consuming copious amounts of sweets and booze over the holidays. To help ease you into reaching your 2018 fitness goal, H&M is launching an activewear collection so chic it will make you want to flock to the gym […]
Crown Demonstrates Significant Progress Toward Sustainability Goals In New Digital Report
Composed of natural elements that maintain their physical properties forever, metal packaging is a powerful example of a circular economy at work. Once metal enters the material-to-material loop, it will always be available for future generations. Other critical benefits of the format, including its role in … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Crown Demonstrates Significant Progress […]