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Global Silver Linings: Advancing Packaging Laws in the EU December 18th marked a pivotal moment in the journey towards sustainable packaging practices in the European Union. Reloop Platform · 19 Dec 2023 Global Council position sparks hope for packaging law, NGOs call on institutions for stronger commitment to prevention and reuse in trilogues The EU environment ministers agreed on a general approach for the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation today. In the context of both record levels of packaging […] European Environmental Bureau · 19 Dec 2023 Global Members Portrait: Vegware Helen Mathieson Managing Director at Vegware. Every month, we present 5 facts about a member of European Bioplastics. This time, Helen Mathieson, Managing Director at Vegware, shares some interesting insights on her company. 5 facts about Vegware Founded in Edinburgh in 2006, Vegware is a global specialist in plant-based, compostable foodservice packaging. [...] European Bioplastics News · 19 Dec 2023 Global PPWR: Permanent Material Alliance disappointed by Member States lack of ambition on recyclability FEVE (European Container Glass Federation) · 19 Dec 2023 Global Guest Blog: Alan Encinas at the INC-3 ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 19 Dec 2023 Global The ISWA Experience: UNFCCC COP28, Dubai ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 19 Dec 2023 Global Connections: Inching Forward With PFAS Test Methods PFAS analysis is highly complicated and confusing and constantly evolving. The latest test method is likely a step forward. BioCycle · 18 Dec 2023 Global What’s Your Ideal Composting Recipe? Following these instructions, and using an app to help with the calculations, will save you months of experimentation. BioCycle · 18 Dec 2023 Global Packaging and Packaging Waste: Council Approves Its Negotiating Stance on Packaging and Packaging Waste, December 18, 2023 EXPRA · 18 Dec 2023 Global EXPRA General Assembly EXPRA · 18 Dec 2023 Global Environment Ministers failed to acknowledge the value of biobased and compostable plastics’ innovation for packaging solutions European Bioplastics reacts to the General Approach adopted by the Environment Council on the proposal for a Regulation on Packaging and Packaging Waste. Brussels, 18 December 2023 – European Bioplastics (EUBP) regrets the position adopted today by the Environment Ministers in the Environment Council, deeming the failure to recognise the role of bioplastics a [...] European Bioplastics News · 18 Dec 2023 Global PPWR: glass bottle makers disappointed with Member States’ general approach FEVE (European Container Glass Federation) · 18 Dec 2023 Global The European Parliament Concludes Position on Proposed Regulation for Packaging and Packaging Waste, November 22nd EXPRA · 18 Dec 2023 Global EXPRA Position Paper “PRO should influence the EPR circle”, October 2023 EXPRA · 18 Dec 2023 Global Over 100 associations warn current PPWR approach risks unravelling the Single Market and setting the clock back on the Green Deal EXPRA · 18 Dec 2023 Global EXPRA’s Annual Regional Balkan Workshop on November 29th and December 1st EXPRA · 18 Dec 2023 Global Swiss Recycling: New organization for nationwide collection of plastic packaging and beverage cartons in Switzerland EXPRA · 18 Dec 2023 Global CONAI 2024 Specific Plan, a summary with recycling forecasts has been published. EXPRA · 18 Dec 2023 Global Ecodesign in Ecoembes. Packaging made from recycled material and easier to recycle. EXPRA · 18 Dec 2023 Global ÉEQ celebrated the official groundbreaking for the future materials recycling facility to be built in the East End of the island of Montreal by Matrec (a division of GFL). EXPRA · 18 Dec 2023 Global Industry Should Get This: COP’s More than Just a Fashion Show The post Industry Should Get This: COP’s More than Just a Fashion Show appeared first on Changing Markets . Changing Markets Foundation · 16 Dec 2023 Global NIR test programme reveals factors influencing sorting flexible packaging materials A major international collaboration to provide independent, scientific data linked to design, sortability and mechanical recyclability of flexible packaging has published its first report – with a focus on Near Infrared (NIR) technology. CEFLEX (Circular Economy for Flexible Packaging) · 15 Dec 2023 Global North America Guide to Modern Deposit Return Systems New guide released by Reloop North America detailing 10 essential public policy practices to resolve the massive problem of beverage container waste in the US. Reloop Platform · 15 Dec 2023 Global Fredrik Emilson New CEO of Enviro Scandinavian Enviro Systems has hired Fredrik Emilson, former CEO of Höganäs AB, as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer. Emilson takes office in February 2024 at the same time as current CEO Thomas Sörensson moves to a role as senior advisor. Fredrik Emilson comes most recently from Höganäs AB, where he worked since 2010 and […] Global Recycling · 15 Dec 2023 Global Vyncke and Bühler Cooperation to Reduce Carbon Footprint in the Food Industry Energy Recovery Center at Bühler’s headquarters is up and running. Bühler’s Energy Recovery Center, built in partnership with Belgian company Vyncke, is fully operational and ready for customer trials. Officially opened on November 20, the facility provides heating for Bühler offices in Uzwil by using biomass generated at its application and training centers. Moreover, the […] Global Recycling · 15 Dec 2023 Global M&J Recycling Invests Heavily in Automation Doubling the capacity. Easier and safer handling. Massive carbon savings. These are just some of the many advantages of the new fully automated welding robot cell that M&J Recycling has recently inaugurated at its factory. The high-quality and well-designed shafts are the heart of M&J Recycling’s shredders and, therefore, a constant focus for optimization. This […] Global Recycling · 15 Dec 2023 Global Guest Blog: Landfills in the spotlight at #ISWA2023 and COP28 ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 14 Dec 2023 Global Ship ahoy: NGOs welcome new law to curtail waste exports A new EU regulation aims to halt waste exports and improve law enforcement and transparency, but contradictions on hazardous substances remain. Stéphane Arditi and Roberta Arbinolo report. EU negotiators have reached a political agreement to update the waste shipment regulation. For decades, waste trade has allowed EU governments to ship off the true costs of waste management, shifting a signif… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 14 Dec 2023 Global NECPs: paving a bumpy road towards climate neutrality If Europe is to achieve its climate targets, then every European country must play its part. National Energy and Climate Plans are the blueprints where each EU country outlines how they intend to cut emissions. But are the plans up to scratch and what happens if they aren’t? The EEB looks at agriculture, heating and public participation. Samantha Ibbott reports. A central objective of the Europ… META (European Environmental Bureau) · 14 Dec 2023 Global ISWA Welcomes AMCS as our latest Platinum Member ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 14 Dec 2023 Global ISWA Welcomes Ecommact as our Newest Silver Member ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 14 Dec 2023 Global Revised EU rules for construction products miss the mark on sustainability Negotiations on the EU Construction Products Regulation (CPR) have concluded, with green groups disappointed that sustainability requirements for construction products continue to lack vision and oversight. […] European Environmental Bureau · 14 Dec 2023 Global Dorner and Garvey Showcase the AquaGard GT Conveyor at PACK EXPO Las Vegas Dorner and Garvey, both Columbus McKinnon brands, recently showcased the AquaGard GT Conveyor at PACK EXPO Las Vegas. Packaging Strategies · 14 Dec 2023 Global Cablevey Develops “Smart Cart” to Make CIP Practices Easier for Tubular Drag Conveyors Although the CIP process is very effective, streamlining its automation and simplifying the process for all of a facility’s tubular drag conveyors has been a priority for leading innovators in the industry. Packaging Strategies · 14 Dec 2023 Global Hygienic Improvements with Conveyors Allow Streamlined Packaging Process As the packaging process becomes increasingly automated, a key area of focus for suppliers has been conveyors. One challenge is hygiene. Several companies are taking steps to mitigate this issue. Packaging Strategies · 14 Dec 2023 Global Community in NY Wins Against Lithium-Ion Battery-Burning Facility The No Burn Broome Campaign for Health and Environmental Protection Endicott residents protest outside of the proposed SungEel lithium-ion battery recycling plant. — Photo courtesy of Dr. Paul Connett In […] GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 13 Dec 2023 Global Crude Couture: Fashion Brands’ Continued Links to Russian Oil The post Crude Couture: Fashion Brands’ Continued Links to Russian Oil appeared first on Changing Markets . Changing Markets Foundation · 13 Dec 2023 Global Partner event: Fastmarkets Forest Products Europe Conference & PPI Awards 4-6 March, 2024 This is a critical time for the pulp, paper and packaging sector, with multiple threats and new developments on the horizon. You need reliable information to help you make the right business decisions when it matters most. Now in its 26th year, this event is where global forest products professionals come together […] CEPI (Confederation of European Paper Industries) · 13 Dec 2023 Global That’s a wrap for EBC23 Berlin, 13 December 2023 – European Bioplastics wraps up two days of insightful sessions, policy panel and market data analysis at EBC23. 380 attendees gathered in Berlin and online to attend the 18th edition of the European Bioplastics Conference, EBC23. In their opening remarks, Lars Börger and Mariagiovanna Vetere, Acting Co-Chairs of EUBP, mentioned [...] European Bioplastics News · 13 Dec 2023 Global From rubbish to resources: how Waste-to-Energy plants contribute to the circular economy Globally, it is estimated that 2.24 billion tonnes of waste were generated in 2020, a number expected to increase to... ESWET (European Suppliers of Waste-to-Energy Technology) · 13 Dec 2023