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NIR test programme reveals factors influencing sorting flexible packaging materials

Envirotec Magazine

A major international collaboration to provide independent, scientific data linked to design, sortability and mechanical recyclability of flexible packaging has published its first report – with a focus on Near Infrared (NIR) technology.

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Consortium to assess the future of packaging waste sorting

Envirotec Magazine

Recycling infrastructure in Europe relies heavily on manual sorting, which contributes to materials not being recycled. This AI decision model will be made available for wide use in sorting plants in Europe. In 2019, more than 79 million tons of packaging waste is generated in Europe of which only 65 % is recycled.

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Assessment tool intended to accelerate sustainable packaging design

Envirotec Magazine

The tool “can be used either to assess an existing package, facilitate the R&D and design process, engage with other parts of the value chain, or prepare for recyclability testing.” It specifically responds to the particular needs of our stakeholders and wider flexible packaging market”.

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Europe backs Northvolt with US$5 billion loan package

Energy Storage News

billion) non-recourse project financing package from various EU and Nordic institutions for its manufacturing and recycling plants. European lithium-ion battery developer and manufacturer Northvolt has secured a US$5 billion (€4.6

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Growth in UK plastic packaging recycling being shipped abroad, including to non-OECD countries

Envirotec Magazine

This amounts to 155,000 tonnes sent to non-OECD countries, 15,000 of which was to European Union (EU) Member States Bulgaria and Romania, and the remaining sent to a combination of countries in non-EU Europe, Asia and Egypt. Split of plastic packaging exported for recycling by receiving country’s OECD or non-OECD status.

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Walgreens Boots Alliance exec talks plastic, packaging and COVID-19

GreenBiz

Walgreens Boots Alliance exec talks plastic, packaging and COVID-19. During our conversation, we also discussed Ellis’ long-term CSR priorities, the company’s packaging goals and its partnership with Loop. One of those is reducing plastics in Boots-owned brand packaging, in line with the UK Plastics Pact 2025. Deonna Anderson.

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Europe Goes Big on Green Recovery Package While America Pushes the Status Quo

GreenTechMedia

Europe is crafting a €750 billion recovery package in response to the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic. our recent stimulus package sent billions of dollars to debt-laden oil producers. our recent stimulus package sent billions of dollars to debt-laden oil producers. Meanwhile, here in the U.S.,

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