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Circular Economy

Industry pact backs mandatory textiles EPR in the UK

The Waste and Resources Action Programme (WRAP) and the Pact have published a ten-point blueprint outlining how a comprehensive system for textiles could be designed and implemented in the UK.

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REDES4VALUE converts fishing nets into recycled nylon for industrial applications

The abandonment of fishing nets in our seas and oceans poses a significant and ongoing environmental challenge. In response to this issue, the REDES4VALUE project is dedicated to recovering and recycling discarded fishing nets, transforming them into new, sustainable products with high added value.

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DHL predicts the end of single-use: Why closed-loop systems are taking over

DHL Anticipates a Shift Away from Single-Use Packaging as Manufacturers Embrace Closed-Loop Models and Consumers Favor Reusable or Recyclable Options

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Pharmaceutical waste management collaborations

The compliance firm PureWay has formed a collaborative alliance with the Pharmaceutical Product Stewardship Work Group (PPSWG) to create a partnership aimed at improving systems for pharmaceutical waste management across the nation. This joint initiative seeks to refine existing protocols for the collection and environmentally responsible disposal of used medical sharps, such as needles and syringes from injectable medications. In addition, it will broaden educational outreach to consumers and healthcare providers about proper disposal methods.

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EU targets virgin plastic imports with new circularity measures

The European Commission (EC) has introduced new initiatives aimed at addressing the rising influx of cheap virgin plastic imports into the EU.

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Upcycle project to transform nonrecyclable plastics into circular packaging solutions

Aimplas, the Plastics Technology Centre located in Spain, has unveiled the Upcycle project, which unites 19 partners from 12 countries with the goal of converting nonrecyclable plastic waste into recyclable and nonpersistent packaging materials.

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