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Where packaging was once considered a consumable, it is now considered waste and therefore a strategic resource for efficiency, sustainability, and cost savings.

The global economy is shifting towards an era in which raw materials can no longer be taken for granted. Strategic autonomy, resource scarcity, and climate goals are forcing materials to be reassessed based on their availability, value, and sustainability.

The European Union is enforcing a cohesive framework of regulations to close the plastics loop. Minimizing virgin plastic use, boosting recycling, and enabling circular design. These regulations represent the core pillars shaping this transition.

Plastics are foundational materials in modern industry, packaging, and daily life. Each type has a unique resin identification code (RIC), properties, recyclability, and environmental impact. Understanding these differences is key to making sustainable design and recycling decisions.

This white paper explores how closed-loop and open-loop recycling processes can extend the lifecycle of materials, highlighting pathways toward a truly circular and sustainable materials economy.

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Interview with Kimm about Print&Sign and PVC Recycling (NL/ENG)

Ben Kras shares his view on why bankruptcies are rising in the plastic recycling sector despite growing sustainability demands and what this means for the industry’s future.

Biobased doesn’t mean biodegradable, and biodegradable doesn’t always mean sustainable. Confused? You’re not alone. This whitepaper unpacks the myths, the facts, and the trade-offs you need to know to navigate the future of plastics.

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Moving beyond carbon offsetting toward true carbon balancing means shifting from neutrality to creating positive impact for both the planet and society.