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2023-10-09 08:42

A construction worker lifts an old, dismantled plastic window from a balcony into a waste container.

Rewindo: again more PVC waste windows recycled in Germany

Bonn-based Rewindo GmbH reports a slight increase in the recycling of PVC window waste in 2022, with growth of just under four percent.

2023-10-05 07:37

Single use plastic fund: Bundestag sets levy rates by decree

The Bundestag has passed the ordinance for the Single-Use Plastic Fund, which sets the levy rates and the payment system.

2023-10-04 07:58

Changes to EU consumer protection laws

The EU Council and Parliament have reached agreement on amendments to the directives on consumer protection and unfair commercial practices, Euwid reports.

2023-10-03 08:09

Voluntary commitment of fluoropolymer manufacturers

Fluoropolymer manufacturers have developed a voluntary commitment with PFAS limits for European production sites.

2023-10-02 08:20

Circular economy also for plastic pipes

On October 5, 2023, at the annual conference of the KRV trade association of the plastic pipe industry, the creation of functioning material cycles will be one of the core topics.

2023-09-28 07:31

IK: "Cost relief in the crisis"

Manufacturers of plastic packaging are expecting declining sales, earnings and exports, according to a recent economic survey by the IK.

2023-09-27 07:36

Delay in EU packaging regulation

EU MEPs are struggling to reach agreement on waste prevention and reduction rules.

2023-09-27 06:52

Restriction of microplastics

The sale of products with added microplastics or those that release microplastics when used is gradually banned in the EU.

2023-09-27 05:10

New initiative "Climate Protection Plastics Industry

The initiative wants to show ways to improve the CO₂ balance in companies. Three SMEs have currently joined the initiative.

2023-09-21 06:44

GVM study: Replacement of plastic also leads to higher CO2 emissions

The partial substitution of plastics would increase the amount of climate gases by up to 14 percent. This is the result of current calculations by IFEU.