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➡️ https://lnkd.in/e272EnWa ♻️The market for #recycledplastic in Europe has improved since the beginning of this year - but only slightly rather than substantially, according to the latest World Mirror publication compiled by the BIR global recycling organization’s Plastics Committee. Prices are reasonably stable at present, although HIPS regranulate and #PET natural have posted noteworthy increases. In #Europe, severe shortages of qualified personnel are becoming evident in the #plastic #recyclingindustry. Meanwhile, #chemicalrecycling could be on the verge of a worrying breakthrough because the #EuropeanCommission appears likely to apply a mass balance approach to its #recycling calculations, thus creating an uneven playing field between mechanical and chemical recyclers. 🔄 In #China, #recycled PE and PE have maintained stable prices amid steady demand whereas PS, POM, ABS, PMMA, PC and nylon values have increased, reflecting prime price hikes and increased demand for #recycledcontent. Meanwhile, the availability of high-quality rPET feedstock remains tight in key Asian markets such as #Thailand, #Indonesia and #Malaysia, influencing both local pricing and export potential. One of the key themes at a major US #plasticsrecycling conference in March this year was the negative impact cheap plastic #imports have had on the domestic industry. In the case of PET, a recent report stated that imports have increased 33% year on year, thereby affecting all reclaimers but especially those on the West Coast as this is the first port of call from #SouthEastAsia from where most of the PET imports originate. #Mexico continues to be an aggressive buyer of PET bales from the #USA in order to meet increased demand as a result of expanded capacity.♻️ Another report, “The Circular Economy for Plastics” from Plastics Europe, warns that Europe is suffering a loss of competitiveness in the production of plastic #rawmaterials compared to #China and the #USA, with its share of global production falling from 22% in 2006 to 14% in 2022. Europe is expected to become increasingly dependent on imports. Staying with #Europe, the final text of the EU’s new #WasteShipmentRegulation enters force in May 2026. This confirms that the export ban for #plastics will start from November 2026 and that #recyclingfacilities located outside the EU but processing waste from the EU will be audited by an independent third party by May 2027 (...) Henk Alssema Vita Plastics BV Steve Wong Fukutomi Recycling Ltd Max M. Craipeau ♻️ SEArcular by Greencore Resources Ltd Sally Houghton Marvin Pfeiffer Sinox Polymers Xavier Lhoir Valipac Kay Riksfjord Revac Mahmoud Al Sharif Sharif Metals Group ♻️ 👇Read the full article and all #international #marketreports 👇

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European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) issued an apology for the confusion over Chromium VI in leather products, clarifying that it is not carcinogenic. This comes after CEC and COTANCE's joint letter denouncing the misleading infographics published on the ECHA communication channels. Let's make it clear: - Chromium VI is not used for tanning leather, but Chromium III - Leather can be made with tanning agents other than Chromium III - The EU restriction on Cromium VI in leather is not related to carcinogenity As ECHA did not say it will run a formal corrigendum to restore the leather's reputation, we are doing it. Join us in spreading the word and ensuring the truth about the leather industry is widely known. Share this message to support accuracy and transparency! For more information, please read our press release here: https://bit.ly/4bh9cZm

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Today’s adoption of the provisional Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) by the European Parliament brings essential changes to hotfill food thin wall packaging designs. Under this new regulation, packaging must contain a minimum of recycled content and be recyclable at scale, aiming for the highest possible reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. Packaging designs also need to meet most stringent food safety requirements.    Many existing packaging options do not meet these requirements, often relying on the development of new technologies, infrastructure and other regulations.   The Akestra™ solution leverages current hotfill packaging conversion technologies to offer scalable, traceable recycling tray to tray streams that significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This can help your packaging designs exceed the 2040 PPWR targets.   A recent survey among industry players showed that 83% of respondents believe that Akestra™ can contribute to them reaching the PPWR requirements. The remainder of respondents say to still have unmet needs regarding their abilities to meet the PPWR requirements.   With the current capacity for over 10,000 tons of packaging, reducing up to 25,000 tons of CO2 annually, we are ready to lead the next phase in sustainable packaging. In response to PPWR, more is planned to come on stream in the next years. Join us to set new standards and prepare for the future of packaging. Learn more on our website: https://bit.ly/3WiQgF3   #PPWR #RPET #designforrecycling #thermoforming

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🚨 European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) and OECD - OCDE team released the IUCLID major release (version 8.0.1) including format updates 👉 The format changes include updates relevant to all #IUCLID users such as: 🖥 The extension of the format of the Robust Study Summaries, which are part of the #OECD Harmonised Templates (OHTs), to include fields relevant to the OECD #QSARAssessmentFramework 🖥 The #OHTs have also been updated to follow the evolution of the OECD Test Guidelines 🖥 The completion of the harmonisation of the Use and exposure information templates between #EU_REACH and the OECD 👉 Format changes that are relevant to specific stakeholders are also included, for example: 🖥 Updates of the Classification and Labelling information following the latest changes in the #EU_CLP Regulation 🖥 Further improvements for several dossier types under the EU Biocidal Products Regulation (#EU_BPR): Summary of Product Characteristics (#SPC), Biocidal product authorisation and Active substance application 🖥 Finalisation of a first version of the format supporting the future notifications and applications under the EU #DrinkingWaterDirective 🖥 Improvements for European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)-related information in the domain of the EU Plant Protection Products legislation (#EU_PPPR) 👉 The full documentation of the format (v8) can be found on the website. 👉 All fixes and improvements for this release are listed in the release notes. For example the report templates and the validation rules were adapted to the format changes and improved. In addition, a known migration issue detected with the previous IUCLID release has been solved. 👉 The update of instances of IUCLID in the ECHA Cloud Services will start during the week of the release. 👉 A webinar explaining the most relevant aspects of this release will take place on the 16th of May, during which our experts will be available to answer your questions. https://lnkd.in/dAwkCss3 #ChemicalSafety #SaferChemicals #Biocide #Chemicals #Pesticides #IUCLIDDossier

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📢 Since October 2023, Christiane Rudolph has been working as DEG's Chief Sustainability Officer #CSO. In this newly created position, her particular focus is on how we at DEG can shape the #transformation of our partner companies by - for example - improving their #environmental and #social management systems, via specific measures for the advancement of #women, and investments in #resourceefficiency and #climateconsulting. 🔎 Another key area of her work is DEG's #transparency policy and practice. In our interview, Rudolph reports on the progress DEG has made here in recent years. 💚 And she talks about the investment path DEG is pursuing in order to achieve a climate-neutral portfolio by 2040 in line with the 1.5 degree Celsius target of the #ParisClimateAgreement. Want to know more? Read on, here 👇

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📢Be sure to tune into the last #EUClustersTalks of the summer - "Advancing the Transition: Key developments from the chemical industry"🧪 🗓️10 July | 8:30 – 9:45 CET 📍Online The talk will cover: 📌 How the EU's digital and green transformations spark change in the chemical industry and other industrial ecosystems 📌 Challenges faced by the chemical industry, including sustainability, access to critical resources & supply chain security 📌 Progress made in the sector since the 2023 European Commission Transition Pathway for the Chemical Industry 📌 The pivotal role that clusters play in supporting innovation and a shift towards a sustainable, resilient economy 📝Register before 9 July👉 https://lnkd.in/e7CGXkrc

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The German REACH-CLP-Biocides Helpdesk clarified the next steps on the #PFAS general ban. Following the unprecedented number of comments received during the ECHA consultation (5 642 comments; >100 000 pages), ECHA continues its work. In addition, the five submitting authorities will also review the comments, and probably will revise the initial #REACH dossier, to: - Identify additional uses - Re-evaluate interactions with recent EU updates (F-gazes) - Evaluate PFAS alternatives as received during the consultation - Re-evaluate the options: restrictions v/ full ban - Re-evaluate socio-economic impacts

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🔍 European Chemicals Sector: Adapting to Challenges and Policy Changes The European chemicals sector, crucial to the economy, is navigating a challenging landscape marked by fluctuating demand and significant policy changes. Key Challenges: 📉 Demand Volatility and Policy Shifts: Sharp demand fluctuations and the impending 2026 ban on PFAS ('forever chemicals') pose major challenges. PFAS are essential for various industries, impacting future output, particularly in the Chemicals & Plastics sector. 🔄 Supply Chain Disruptions: Persistent issues since the pandemic, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions, continue to affect production and distribution. Market Insights: 📊 Despite ongoing declines, the S&P Global Chemicals PMI for Europe shows signs of recovery as of March 2024, with new order declines slowing. Outlook: 🔍 Recovery is expected to continue into 2024, supported by restocking activities and improving investor sentiment since late 2023. The European chemicals sector stands at a critical point, with the need to adapt to environmental policies while facing substantial internal and external pressures. Its resilience and innovation will be key to navigating these changes successfully. Interested to hear everyone's insights on this. Let me know your thoughts in the comments! 💭 Read full article here: https://lnkd.in/g2ERFWsE #ChemicalsIndustry #EuropeanMarket #Sustainability #SupplyChainManagement #MarketInsights

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⁉️The question is NOT "what is necessary to enable chemical recycling at scale" but how we create a circular economy (in plastics). 🔁Looking forward to reiterating the importance of systemic change based on refuse-reuse-recycle within planetary boundaries 👻each technical solution needs to be assessed on a case by case basis e.g. using energy requirement as criteria

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#Plastic based production volume will continue to increase, based on OECD forecast to 600+ Mio tons. Correspondingly, the plastic waste volume will continue to increase as well and we must step up the game in #recycling, we are still hovering at a 10% recycling rate globally. #MechanicalRecycling can cover some applications but there is a case for #ChemicalRecycling. We are observing a continued push to establish industrialized plants in some regions and some applications such apparel could increase their recycling rate significanty. What does this mean for potential equipment providers along the value chain? ♻️ When it comes to #ChemicalRecycling, partnerships and collaborations are crucial for success. Here’s why:   👉 They help distribute financial burdens and risks. 👉 They provide access to advanced recycling technologies. 👉 They ensure a reliable supply of plastic waste feedstock.   Given the importance of chemical recycling in advancing sustainable plastic waste management, it's vital for industry players to prioritize these partnerships. Discover more about chemical recycling opportunities and our recommended approach: https://lnkd.in/dQPZwnf2   #RolandBerger Oliver Herweg Dragos Popa Nikolas Roessler

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01.07.2024 - Investoren Plattform News: Impact Visualized: The Price of Carbon Around the World in 2024 Carbon Prices, By Region In 2017, the Carbon Pricing Leadership Coalition suggested that carbon prices should range from $50–100/tCO2 by 2030 to meet the Paris Climate Agreement’s temperature goal. Fast forward to 2024, the global average carbon price is $32/tCO2—$18 short of the minimum that is needed in six years. Carbon pricing varies significantly across […] und mehr als 8.200 weitere Artikel finden Sie unter: https://lnkd.in/ewJuFEcH

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📬 Our June newsletter is out! In this issue:   📊 Spring Economics and Statistics report 📑 Key recommendations on #SingleMarket and #CircularEconomy 🚫 PFAS restrictions – can they be implemented without stifling European industry?   Read it and subscribe ➡️ https://bit.ly/3XaEqx0

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Scope 3 emissions can account for over 90 per cent of companies’ total #emissions and are, on average, 26 times greater than the emissions from direct #operations. Yet, corporates continue to overlook supply chain emissions, according to a new #report from CDP and Boston Consulting Group (BCG). Learn all about the report and its insights on our website 🔗 https://shorturl.at/Uefir Sonya Bhonsle World Benchmarking Alliance Amir Sokolowski #emission #supplychain #ESG #ESGMena

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The Safer Choice label. Is it worth it? New guidelines strengthen the label's impact, but will the voluntary program also raise expectations for the whole industry? Proposed updates to U.S. EPA ‘s Safer Choice program would evaluate packaging materials and #recyclability. The EPA says it’s updating the standard aims to reflect current science and technology, improve transparency (and potentially expand its scope). What does this mean for packaging manufacturers? Packaging materials will be evaluated by the EPA : 📦Must be  designed for reuse or be recyclable 📦Contain minimums of postconsumer recycled content (by weight) of 50%  fiber-based packaging 📦Product labels must not affect recyclability 📦Must include clear instructions, or link to online instructions, about how to recycle. 📦Per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) not be intentionally introduced into packaging materials, neither cadmium, lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium nor bisphenol-based chemicals 📦Must be certified, either by EPA or through outside standards It’s a voluntary program, however, Ameripen and other groups are concerned about the expectation and precedent new and non-chemical-based assessments for packaging criteria in the Standard may set for other brand owners and their products. Proctor and Gamble echos this concern: “We encourage the Agency to be flexible and pragmatic when modifying these sustainable packaging requirements over time to ensure industry achievability...” More details are in this article in Packaging Dive: https://lnkd.in/er68BBVf Can an ERP help you with your sustainability goals? Absolutely. HiFlow Solutions is committed to staying up to date on changes in #sustainability regulations so we can better serve our customers. Want to know how an MIS/ERP like HiFlow can assist with complying to all the new regulations coming onboard in 2024? Reach out to one of our tech consultants ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eKprqzQ #SaferChoice #packaging #sustainablepackaging #regulations #Ameripen #EPA #recyclablepackaging #PFAS #ERP #MIS #HiFlowSolutions

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📊 Data from the Circular Economy for Plastics shows different levels of circular waste management approaches in European countries. Unfortunately, plastic waste that could be given a second life is still incinerated and landfilled.  How can we stop this? Ramping investments in sorting and recycling capacities, especially in chemical recycling, is crucial to boost recycling rates. 💡 Furthermore, a truly harmonised and enforceable EU policy and regulatory framework that enables the transition to a circular economy for plastics remains indispensable. Learn more about the importance of chemical recycling in the circular economy journey in The Plastics Transition roadmap. #CircularEconomy #Recycling #PlasticsTransition  

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Good news for Circular Economists: the Greenhouse Gas Protocol Scope 3 survey is out, with the following flagged as an issue: "... alternative allocation concepts to account for emissions from value chain business activities, including integrating inventory aging rules for purchased goods, utilizing a stock approach, developing depreciation and amortization rules to allocate cradle-to-gate emissions over the lifespan of a product, and annualizing emissions associated with the use of sold products." The technical committee is gathering to discuss this - but do data centre professionals have any views they want to discuss here? #circulareconomy #embodiedcarbon #scope3 https://lnkd.in/eScB9QCy

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#EPRlegislation is a complex and constantly moving target. As a brand, what should you be doing right now to prepare for upcoming regulations? At NPE: The Plastics Show, John Hite, director, Environmental Policy & Public Affairs at Circular Action Alliance (CAA), provided a primer on EPR for packaging, on CAA, and on what you need to do to meet upcoming deadlines. According to Hite, the “first and most important element [deadline] from a producer perspective is registering with CAA.” He added, “If you believe you are likely to be an obligated producer as defined under each state statute, we are asking that producers register with the organization by July 1 of this year.” Registering is free and involves filling out a contact form so CAA can send information on compliance steps, weekly onboarding sessions, and monthly producer working groups. The working groups will provide a deeper dive into the regulatory requirements in each state, some of the data work CAA is undertaking to develop fees, and other topics. In addition, this summer, CAA will also be sending out reporting guidance to producers. “CAA is going to be working directly with producers to help them understand how to tabulate their data,” said Hite. “That’s why we really want to launch that process this summer to make sure we’re helping producers understand the reporting categories in each state and understand how to set up some of their own in-house systems downstream [how much material is being managed by recycling].” The next key deadline is March 2025, when producers will need to report their data to CAA. Ahead of Q1-25, CAA is also developing its reporting portal in Oregon, which will be a standardized reporting portal across the states from a producer perspective. Read more at: https://buff.ly/4arJkZs #epr #packagingepr #recycling #packaginglegislation #packaging

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