EuPC comments new Circular Economy proposal
On December 2nd the European Commission published its long awaited Circular Economy package.
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Covestro commits to further partnership with Solar Impulse
Covestro announced that it is extending its sponsorship with Solar Impulse, as it prepares to complete its journey round the world in 2016.
Clariant grants EcoTain sustainability excellence label to Container Dri II
Clariant announced EcoTain status for cargo desiccant Container Dri II, recognizing the best-in-class sustainability and performance excellence of its cargo protection solution.
Russian Dandelions as a source of natural rubber for Sumitomo
Sumitomo Rubber Industries has been examining the potential of Russian Dandelions as a new, alternative source of natural rubber.
Beverage cartons with innovative renewable coatings
Elopak teams up with SABIC to create Europe's first beverage cartons with second generation renewable coatings.
Fashion show at NPE2015 reflects zero waste strategy
Stylish and unique garments and accessories designed by students of the Savannah College of Art and Design will be made of recycled and reused plastics.
EU develops renewable bio-based economy
EU and industry partners launch €3.7 billion investments in the renewable bio-based economy.
SABIC launches certified renewable polyolefins portfolio
SABIC announced that it will launch its first portfolio of certified renewable polyolefins.
Ultramid derived from renewable raw materials
BASF now offers high performance Ultramid for flexible packaging films, which is derived from renewable raw materials.
Unilever launches packaging technology reducing plastic use
Newly developed MuCell Technology will first feature in Dove Body Wash bottles in Europe.
Renewable raw materials for high-performance pigments
Clariant is the first pigment producer which developed high-performance pigments based on bio-succinic acid.
Plastic packaging prevents climate change
Plastic packaging help to reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions compared to packaging made with other materials, according to a new study.
