Europe: Body approves Synvina’s PEF in circular economy
The European PET Bottle Platform (EPBP) has given interim approval for the recyclability of polyethylenefuranoate (PEF), produced by Synvina C.V., Amsterdam, in the European...
Asia Pacific: Sustainable packaging center opens in India
The Michelman Innovation Centre for Coatings (MICC) has opened in Mumbai, India, for designing and producing sustainable packaging.
The centerpiece of the MICC is a...
Europe: Nespresso creates bicycle from recycled coffee capsules with partner
Nespresso and Swedish bike brand Vélosophy are producing a bicycle made from recycled aluminum coffee capsules, demonstrating both brands’ commitment to a circular economy.
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Americas: Bioplastics from eggshell nanoparticles
Adding tiny shards of eggshell to bioplastic could create a first-of-its-kind biodegradable packaging material that bends but does not easily break, according to researchers...
Europe: Bioplastic market to grow despite low oil price, report
The global bioplastics industry is slated to "grow by 50% over the coming years despite the low oil price”, according to the chairman of...
Europe: Crown honors three facilities for sustainability achievements
Crown Holdings honored three of its facilities for outstanding sustainability achievements from 2015 to 2016.
First introduced in 2012, the biennial Chairman’s Sustainability Awards...
Americas: Ball reports green wins
In line with the level of decarbonization required to keep the average global temperature increase below 2 degrees Celsius compared to pre-industrial temperatures, Ball...
Asia Pacific: PACKINNO2021 exhibitor showcase
PACKINNO2021, the China (Guangzhou) International Exhibition on Packaging Products, will be held in Guangzhou, China under the theme "Innovation & Green Packaging in the...
Europe: Straw may help create everyday products, says researcher
Glucose from straw may play a big role in the future production of many everyday products.
An award winning PhD project from DTU Chemical...