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plastics
January 28, 2019
Panel at World Economic Forum discusses plastic waste and approaches for future; multiple industry announcements made related to plastics recycling and re-use
Topics: circular economy, plastics
Reading time: 2 minutes
January 23, 2019
Nestlé partners with Danimer Scientific to develop biodegradable plastic bottle for its water business
Topics: plastics
Reading time: 1 minute
January 21, 2019
ECHA notifies of intent to prepare restriction dossier for intentionally added microplastics in all consumer and professional products
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January 21, 2019
EU Regulation on plastic materials and articles intended to come into contact with food amended; changes made to include three new substances and modify use and migration limits
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January 17, 2019
Trade association’s annual conference 2019 zooms in on criteria for future-proof packaging solutions, focuses on recycling and consumer education
Reading time: 3 minutes
January 17, 2019
Food and beverage company Nestlé outlines specific steps in reaching its commitment of 100% recyclable or reusable packaging by 2025
Topics: circular economy, plastics
Reading time: 1 minute
January 15, 2019
Scientists conclude no widespread risk currently posed by micro and nanoplastics; note limited evidence, measurement difficulty, and potential change with ongoing pollution
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January 15, 2019
‘Alliance to End Plastic Waste’ to raise $1.5 billion in member commitments; help address plastic waste management in urban areas and rivers
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January 14, 2019
European Plastics Converters Association survey highlights continued need for improvements in quality of recycled plastics including through collection and sorting
Topics: plastics
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January 11, 2019
Research project demonstrates lack of transparency on chemicals in plastic packaging, identifies phthalates as urgent substitution candidates; non-intentionally added substances pose unique assessment challenges
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