New chemical recycling method allows recovery of acrylic (PMMA) without loss of quality
A team from the University of Bath has developed a chemical recycling method for PMMA that operates at lower temperatures and allows for the recovery of high-purity monomer with over 95% efficiency, opening new possibilities for acrylic circularity. PMMA (better known...
France postpones total ban on plastic in disposable cups until 2030
With this adjustment, the ban is delayed by four years from the original timeline, with the aim of facilitating technological innovation and the industrial transition toward more sustainable solutions The French government announced that it will postpone the entry...
A new definition of “recycled plastic” will shape the future of recycling in Europe
The European Commission is redefining what constitutes recycled plastic under the Single-Use Plastics Directive (SUPD). A strategic decision that could strengthen or weaken the European recycling industry. The European Commission is currently working on defining the...
The Plastics Pact states that mechanical recycling should take priority over chemical recycling.
The U.S. Plastics Pact recommends prioritizing mechanical recycling over chemical recycling to promote plastic circularity with less environmental impact. Learn about the industry’s position, regulatory challenges, and best practices for hard-to-recycle...

