Topics
plastics
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
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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
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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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January 10, 2019
University of Exeter receives £1 million award to create new center to study plastic use and waste
Topics: circular economy, plastics
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January 8, 2019
Collaborative on Health and Environment to hold third webinar within series on the effects on plastics on health; registration now open
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January 8, 2019
Wall Street Journal article discusses increasing costs related to plastic packaging; brands challenged to satisfy both investors and consumers
Topics: plastics
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