ECHA: updated proposal to restrict PFAS
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has published an updated proposal to restrict per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
Plastic Energy produces first batch of pyrolysis oil in Geleen
The plant used for this purpose was built as part of a joint venture with the petrochemical company Sabic.
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VinylPlus: Progress Report 2025
The European PVC industry organisation presented the report at the VinylPlus Sustainability Forum in Paris in May 2025.
LyondellBasell: Green light for pyrolysis plant in Wesseling
According to Euwid, the first partial permit for the construction of the pyrolysis plant has been granted.
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PED: Statement on a study on microplastics in the Rhine
The association of German plastics manufacturers has commented on the discovery of plastic beads in the Rhine.
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Research into recycling plastics from automobiles
Since May 2025, the Volkswagen Foundation has been funding a plastics recycling project on on the basis of solvents.
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Neue Studie: Wie Konsumenten nachhaltige Verpackungen bewerten (Kopie)
According to a recent study, sustainable packaging solutions are becoming increasingly important to consumers.
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Pallet packaging: EuPC calls for change to PPWR requirements
The umbrella organisation for European plastics converters cites studies showing that single-use packaging has ecological and economic advantages over reusable packaging.
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EU Commission launches consultation process on Circular Economy Act
The public consultation on the proposed European Circular Economy Act will run until 6 November 2025.
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Titanium dioxide classified as non-carcinogenic
The European Court of Justice (ECJ) has upheld the decision of the European Court of Justice (ECJ) of 23 November 2022.