EU Environment and Climate’s Post

Packaging generation waste continues to grow! 📈 According to the recent data published by Eurostat, the EU generated 188.7 kg #packaging #waste per inhabitant in 2021, 10.8 kg more per person than in 2020, the biggest increase in 10 years !! Regarding #plasticpackaging, each person living in the EU generated an average of 35.9 kg of plastic packaging waste. ➡️Out of this, 14.2 kg were recycled. In other words, the plastic packaging #recyclingrate is still low at only 39.7% Challenges such as the #recyclability of packaging, the #collection and #sorting systems need to be urgently addressed to increase recycling rates. More info here 👉🏽https://lnkd.in/esiJB92C Stay tuned to learn how the #H2020 CIMPA project is working towards more circular packaging value chains! 😉

🌍 Did you know that half of the world's plastic is used once and then discarded? Shockingly, only 14% of plastic packaging gets recycled, and just 2% is effectively recycled into something equally useful. These eye-opening statistics come from the "Future of Reusable Consumption Models" Insight Report by the World Economic Forum. Our waste crisis is growing, and relying solely on recycling won't solve it. It's time to prioritize the #CircularEconomy ♻️🚮 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gG3Zee7J #PlasticPollution #Sustainability

♻️ Systemiq Ltd.’s report 'Circularity of PET/polyester packaging and textiles in Europe' explores pathways for circularity by 2040 in Europe. Some key take-aways: 1️⃣ 70% of landfill and incinerated waste can be reduced through expansion of collection, sorting and mechanical recycling systems as part of the ambitious complementary scenario. 2️⃣ 75% of PET/Polyester consumption can be avoided or recycled by 2040 with the right circularity measures. 3️⃣ Up to 50% of GHG emission can be avoided (by 2040) if the recycling rate is increased to 67%. The pathway analysis brings out achievable targets for the PET and polyester industry and calls for the need to adopt circularity across the value chain. At Mana Impact, we actively pursue solutions that help achieve circularity, keeping sustainability at the forefront. 🔗 Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/edzr7j7M #recycling #circulareconomy #impactinvesting

As we celebrate Global Recycling Day, we wanted to shine a light on the important work that our portfolio company, Impact Recycling, are doing. According to the UN Environment Programme, its estimated that humans currently produce more than 400 million metric tons of plastic waste every year. At IW Capital, we are proud to be backing Impact Recycling who are on the forefront of tackling the problem of plastic through their innovative BOSS technology. This technology separates different plastic types from post-consumer mixed waste plastic streams into high quality and recyclable products with exceptionally high yield. Since its inception in 2014, Impact Recycling has processed over 20 thousand tonnes of post-consumer waste plastic. That is more plastic being recycled and less plastic going to landfill and incineration every year. #IWCapital #GlobalRecyclingDay #Recycling #Sustainability #Plastic #Innovation #Technology

📢 Yesterday, the ENVI Committee voted on its report on the Waste Framework Directive, with the objective of preventing and reducing food and textile waste. 🎯 ACR+ welcomes the ambitions of MEPs who are pushing for higher targets regarding the reduction of food waste, doubling the reduction in food processing and manufacturing from 10% to 20%, and increasing it from 30% to 40% per capita in retail, restaurants, food services and households, in comparison to the annual average generated between 2020 and 2022 but also demanding the Commission set additional food waste reduction targets. We are pleased to read that the Parliament is pushing the Commission to establish textile waste reduction targets and asking Member States toimplement Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes for textiles no later than 18 months after the entry into force of the directive. Unfortunately, EPR requirements could have been more ambitious, especially regarding preventing textile waste. 🍎👖It is crucial to address the food and textile sectors and improve their circularity to reduce CO2 emissions. The analysis of the carbon footprint of municipal waste of 7 cities and regions within our More Circularity, Less Carbon campaign clearly identified food and textile (together with plastic) as the most carbon-intensive fractions. If recycling has a potential to improve the carbon footprints, especially for plastic, prevention represents a much more important potential. 👉 Find out more about the campaign here : https://lnkd.in/dcMcfnSY    🧾 The Parliament will now vote on its position on 11 March, during its plenary session in Strasbourg.  

The circular economy is a model of production and consumption which involves sharing, leasing, reusing, repairing, refurbishing, and recycling existing materials and products as long as possible. In this way, the life cycle of products is extended. Circular Economy : Fashion, Clothing, Textile Industry-Use, Reuse, Share and Repair : The worn-out clothes will be recycled into something new-Turning waste into raw material for new product-Rental Model Circular Economy : Food-Reducing food waste by plant-based materials coating-Eco-Friendly Packaging Circular Economy : Plastic Packaging-Biodegradable wood-based material helps solve plastics pollution Circular Economy : Mobility-Changing product to service-based offers and turning customers into long term partners-Turning Waste into a Resource Circular Economy : Agriculture-environmental responsibility through proper inorganic agricultural waste management like used plastics-Turning agricultural waste#SU2023 #SUCES2023  #SUCircularEconomy

Reflection on recyling - PPD1041 1. Impact on Environment: By lowering the requirement for raw materials, recycling textiles considerably lessens the environmental effect of the textile production process. It reduces emissions and preserves resources compared to conventional manufacturing. 2. Savings on Energy: Reusing textiles saves energy as opposed to manufacturing new materials from start. By consuming less energy, greenhouse gas emissions are reduced, which helps achieve sustainability objectives. 3. Waste Reduction: Recycling fabrics, which repurposes unwanted materials, helps solve the problem of textile waste. This encourages a circular economy by extending the life of textiles and lowering the quantity of waste that ends up in landfills.

Are you aware that less than 10% of designated plastics for recycling actually meet recycling standards? Shocking, right? With approximately 430 million tons of plastic produced annually, and a third of that being single-use plastics, it's time for change. According to McKinsey, a staggering 95% of plastic packaging is disposed of after just one use, resulting in an annual economic loss of up to $120 billion. These statistics are concerning, especially when considering the impact on our environment and economy. But fear not! There's a solution at hand: HYDR8 sustainable water and our patented Zer0 Waste Pantry. Say goodbye to single-use plastics and bid farewell to harmful packaging and pantry waste. Message me today if you’re interested in learning more! #Sustainability #ZeroWaste #GreenOffice 🌍💧

Research and evelopment in the textile industry has led to dual effect: reducing the cost of fabric production while simultaneously increasing resource consumption and waste generation. Although specific data on textile waste generation is unavailable, it can be inferred from the consumption rate . Consequently, the recycling or upcycling of textile waste has become imperative to mitigate the environmental impact of this industry https://lnkd.in/gZZXfnsA

In an era where sustainability defines the future of manufacturing, the plastic industry faces a pressing challenge: how to make production processes not only more efficient and profitable but also environmentally responsible. Mecbio is changing the rules. https://lnkd.in/gWAqXYbZ Australian Council of Recycling (ACOR) National Waste & Recycling Industry Council Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) MECBIO