Plastics
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Mondelez faces hurdles in meeting 2025 packaging sustainability goals
In 2024, Mondelez used 875,800 metric tonnes of packaging.
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Sparklo partners with Mai Dubai to boost recycling across the UAE
The agreement will see the deployment of 30 AI-powered Reverse Vending Machines (RVMs), branded as Sparklomats.
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Bali cracks down on single-use plastics amid calls for stronger waste infrastructure
The new policy targets small-format plastic cups, half-litre water bottles, and other single-use containers.
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Michigan State University launches national packaging innovation center
The center is the National Science Foundation’s first Industry-University Cooperative Research Center (IUCRC) focused on packaging.
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WRAP expands ‘problem plastics’ list to advance UK circular economy
This move aligns with England’s Simpler Recycling reform and aims to accelerate the transition toward a circular economy.
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Quezon City bans single-use plastics, joins growing regional push against pollution
Effective 21 April 2025, the directive covers a range of commonly used disposables.
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Prayagraj Municipal Corporation deploys AI for smart waste management
AI-powered sensors and cameras are now being deployed to detect illegal dumping, assess bin fill levels.
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Spectra Packaging powers prebiotic body wash launch with ocean-friendly bottles
The bottle incorporates recycled high-density polyethylene (rHDPE) derived from POP.
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APP Group champions Thailand’s plastic waste ban with sustainable packaging innovations
APP Group is actively engaging with Thai stakeholders to offer scalable, eco-friendly solutions ,
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Cleanaway inks deal with Viva Energy to launch innovative plastics recycling initiative in Australia
The initiative aims to tackle one of the country’s most problematic waste streams.