Sustainability News
The BIO4EEB Project: Using bio-based insulating materials in construction
The BIO4EEB Project aims to increase the use of bio-based insulating materials to improve sustainability within the construction industry. They will improve insulation while reducing the carbon footprint. Read more
21 Nov 2024
Green methods and the 'five R' strategy
Simon Farnfield, Event Director at Advanced Engineering, explains the 'five R' strategy for a more sustainable future and the methods used to recycle plastic and lower the environmental footprint. Read more
28 Oct 2024
Can biodegradable bioplastics keep their promise?
Bioplastics are starting to be seen as sustainable alternatives to petrochemical-based plastics. Because they're derived from bio-based feedstocks, they can be used to reduce dependency on fossil fuels and minimise the environmental impact. Read more
22 Oct 2024
Fossil-free future: UPM drives sustainability transformation of the rubber industry
Editor Rebekah Jordan caught up with UPM about their goals for a fossil-free future. Their plans include transforming wood-based materials into biochemicals, with its German biorefinery producing renewable alternatives to fossil-based chemicals. Read more
7 Oct 2024
Biffa warns against allowing climate change action to slip down political agenda
Biffa, a UK specialist in sustainable waste management, has warned against allowing climate change action to slip down the political agenda. Read more
16 Sep 2024
Pfeiffer Vacuum achieves gold medal in EcoVadis sustainability ranking
The recognition underscores Pfeiffer Vacuum's ongoing commitment to environmental and social responsibility. Read more
22 Aug 2024
The BIO4EEB Project: Using bio-based insulating materials in construction
The BIO4EEB Project aims to increase the use of bio-based insulating materials to improve sustainability within the construction industry. They will improve insulation while reducing the carbon footprint. Read more
21 Nov 2024
Europe’s first polyester textile recycling system
Project Re:Claim has been nominated for the Plastics Industry Awards 2024 in the "Recycler of the Year" category. The project is Europe’s first polyester textile recycling system to use an ISEC evo system from PURE LOOP. Read more
12 Nov 2024
Acer UK tackles plastic waste with Aspire Vero
Acer UK announced a new partnership with adventurer and TV personality Ben Fogle, alongside a major initiative to tackle plastic pollution. Read more
6 Nov 2024
Green methods and the 'five R' strategy
Simon Farnfield, Event Director at Advanced Engineering, explains the 'five R' strategy for a more sustainable future and the methods used to recycle plastic and lower the environmental footprint. Read more
28 Oct 2024
The TARPAULIFE Project: Polyolefin-coated fabrics to transport freshwater by sea
The TARPAULIFE Project aims to find more sustainable recyclable materials to replace the PVC-coated polyester tarpaulins. A production plant for these fabrics will be set up with a capacity of 250,000 m2 per year. Read more
28 Oct 2024
ICS provides an energy-efficient cooling system to a plastics manufacturer
ICS Cool Energy delivered an energy-efficient cooling solution as part of its FLEX membership to a plastics manufacturer to help it reduce energy costs and optimise performance. Read more
23 Oct 2024
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Europe’s first polyester textile recycling system
Project Re:Claim has been nominated for the Plastics Industry Awards 2024 in the "Recycler of the Year" category. The project is Europe’s first polyester textile recycling system to use an ISEC evo system from PURE LOOP. Read more
12 Nov 2024
The TARPAULIFE Project: Polyolefin-coated fabrics to transport freshwater by sea
The TARPAULIFE Project aims to find more sustainable recyclable materials to replace the PVC-coated polyester tarpaulins. A production plant for these fabrics will be set up with a capacity of 250,000 m2 per year. Read more
28 Oct 2024
Acer UK tackles plastic waste with Aspire Vero
Acer UK announced a new partnership with adventurer and TV personality Ben Fogle, alongside a major initiative to tackle plastic pollution. Read more
6 Nov 2024
Titan Resource Management & the Proton Group: A new collaboration
Titan Resource Management has teamed up with the Proton Group to create a circular economy opportunity for their clients. This collaboration is set to bring significant benefits to the hospitality industry, from reducing waste to optimising costs. Read more
7 Oct 2024
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Mauser Packaging Solutions invests to revolutionise sustainable plastic drum manufacture
Investment in multi-layer plastic drum machine expands capacity for growing demand of Infinity Series products manufactured with recycled resin. Read more
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In this White Paper Nokia look at best practices and use cases to drive productivity, sustainability and worker safety. Click here to download. Read more
10 Mar 2023
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Mauser Packaging Solutions invests to revolutionise sustainable plastic drum manufacture
Investment in multi-layer plastic drum machine expands capacity for growing demand of Infinity Series products manufactured with recycled resin. Read more
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In this Webinar You will be able to discover how to achieve energy savings by lowering chiller usage with adiabatic and direct free air coolers during low ambient conditions. Register today. Read more