Suomen Nettikirpputorit found a creative twist to circular economy
“The circular economy is a growing trend in Europe. We stand out from out multinational competitors particularly by focusing on items in a lower price range, instead of luxury brand products. Moreover, most of our competitors only operate in a single market, while our service covers several countries,” … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Suomen Nettikirpputorit […]
PLA and PHAs pushing global bioplastics forward
The transition to a low-carbon and circular economy, stronger policy support for the bioeconomy, and an increased consumer awareness for sustainable products and packaging are driving the expansion.” Roughly 56 per cent (1.2 m/t) of the global bioplastics production capacity in 2017 was bio-based, … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: PLA and PHAs pushing global bioplastics […]
Suez-LyondellBasell's plastic recycling JV to spur HDPE market
Reportedly, this deal marks the first time that two key players of the polymers and advanced materials industry have collaborated with a leader in resource management to contribute their bit toward circular economy objectives. As per the terms of the agreement, Suez and LyondellBasell will be equal … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Suez-LyondellBasell's plastic recycling […]
RILA again teams up with Sustainable Brands® for their 2018 flagship conference
As part of the partnership, RILA will produce a retail-specific educational track focused on the issues, opportunities, and challenges of sustainable retail within the Sustainable Brands program – and specifically addressing the circular economy. The Sustainable Brands conference covers innovation and … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: RILA again teams up with Sustainable Brands® for their […]
Rubicon Global Hires Elaine Richards as New President
“Elaine's extensive experience in the technology space and unparalleled track record in customer service, retention, and growth make her the perfect addition to our executive leadership team as we continue to drive the circular economy to Main Street America.” “The timing of Elaine joining us couldn't … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Rubicon Global Hires Elaine […]
Global bioplastics output to rise to 2.44mm tonnes by 2022 – trade group
“The transition to a low-carbon and circular economy, stronger policy support for the bioeconomy, and an increased consumer awareness for sustainable products and packaging are driving the expansion.” Around 56% of the bioplastics global production capacity in 2017 was bas biobased, … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Global bioplastics output to rise to 2.44mm tonnes by […]
Danish eco-village a model for sustainable energy
Permatopia, a new, visionary combination of residences and farm, just south of Copenhagen in Karise Denmark, is currently being built. Here 90 terraced houses, a farm and utilities are arising – designed according to “Permaculture” principles: renewable energy, circular economy and self-sufficiency. Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Danish eco-village a model for sustainable energy Danish […]
Less than one in three young people in the UK recycle plastics, survey finds
A survey of consumers in the UK, Germany and Poland has found a lack of awareness amongst young people in the 18-24 age group. The survey, commissioned by PlasticsEurope and RECOUP, asked over 4,100 participants from the UK, Germany and Poland about their recycling habits and … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Less than one in […]
Some crumbs of comfort in Industrial Strategy
Waste and resource sector expert Gev Eduljee, formerly with Suez UK, takes a first look at the Industrial Strategy released this week and finds a little comfort in its reference to resources. The Government's industrial strategy green paper published earlier this year threw a bone to our sector with brief … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: […]
H&M & Nike Support Stella McCartney's Campaign To Reduce Fashion Waste
Last night at London's Victoria & Albert Museum, designer Stella McCartney and Dame Ellen MacArthur co-hosted the launch of a sustainability report that sets out a new vision for the fashion industry. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation's Circular Fibres Initiative Report, A New Textiles Economy: … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: H&M & Nike Support Stella McCartney's […]