Recycling

Nailsea launches medicine blister pack recycling initiative

Nailsea launches medicine blister pack recycling initiative

Blister packs are typically seen as difficult to recycle. Credit: Windi Holly/Shutterstock. Nailsea Town Council (NTC) has introduced a new…

Barbara RuckerJun 2, 2025
TOMRA Collection Romania hits 500,000 daily sessions 
TOMRA Collection Romania hits 500,000 daily sessions 
Barbara RuckerAug 21, 2024

In January this year, the average daily sessions were recorded at 21,700. Credit: TOMRA…

New plastic carrier recycling programme launches in Burlington
New plastic carrier recycling programme launches in Burlington
Barbara RuckerAug 20, 2024

Burlington County residents now have a new way to recycle their plastic drink carriers.…

Defra figures show 6% decrease in PPT revenue in FY23-24
Defra figures show 6% decrease in PPT revenue in FY23-24
Barbara RuckerAug 16, 2024

The PPT aims to provide a clear economic incentive to use recycled plastic in…

New pilot plant in Finland converts captured CO₂ into plastics 
New pilot plant in Finland converts captured CO₂ into plastics 
Barbara RuckerAug 16, 2024

The facility leverages biobased CO₂ emissions from industrial sectors to foster sustainable industrial activity…

Mura Technology and WMG secure funding for Hydro-PRT commercial opportunities
Mura Technology and WMG secure funding for Hydro-PRT commercial opportunities
Barbara RuckerAug 9, 2024

Mura Technology is an advanced recycler of waste plastics. Credit: veeart via Shutterstock. Mura…

Infinity Recycling and others partner to tackle plastic pollution
Infinity Recycling and others partner to tackle plastic pollution
Barbara RuckerAug 8, 2024

The move comes amid a concerning outlook for plastic pollution. Credit: JDzacovsky via Shutterstock.…

ProAmpac unveils kerbside-recyclable packaging for tissue products
ProAmpac unveils kerbside-recyclable packaging for tissue products
Barbara RuckerAug 8, 2024

RP-1050 is suited for bathroom tissue, paper towels, and similar products. Credit: Andrey_Nikitin via…

GreenLabel BlockOut receives recyclability recognition from APR 
GreenLabel BlockOut receives recyclability recognition from APR 
Barbara RuckerAug 7, 2024

Brook + Whittle manufacturers pressure-sensitive shrink sleeves and flexible packaging. Credit: monticello via Shutterstock.…