ExxonMobil says new resin could reduce raw plastic use
ExxonMobil has created a polyethylene resin that can incorporate up to 30 per cent recycled material.
Recycling prices and market commentary: 19 July 2024
Certain packaging grades saw small price increases this week on the back of slightly more demand or changes in the value of...
Labour government urged to decide on mass balance
A number of key bodies have demanded a prompt policy decision on 'mass balance' proposals they say would boost chemical recycling in the UK.
Recycling prices and market commentary: 12 July 2024
Prices for some paper and plastics grades came down this week, with it appearing that European buyers are now ready for the...
Asda halts refill trials amid “commercial challenges”
Asda has scrapped trials of food-refill zones after finding the concept was "too challenging to scale and operate".
Coca-Cola and Merlin incentivise bottle recycling
Visitors to UK attractions including Alton Towers, Legoland and Brighton Sea Life Aquarium can win VIP experiences this summer by recycling empty drinks bottles
Tuna-tower recyclability boost
John West has launched fully recyclable packaging for its canned tuna towers.
Researchers look to boost use of recycled material in vehicles
Spanish innovation hub Aimplas has kicked off a programme of work to boost the circular economy for car parts.
Coffee-pod recycling scheme gathers momentum
Two more English towns are due to launch coffee-pod recycling services.
Recycling prices and market commentary: 28 June 2024
There had been an expectation that this week might set benchmarks for July and possibly into summer.
That didn't...