CEF evaluated PET and HDPE recycling processes, additional data requested for HDPE recycling
February 2, 2015
New report on packaging practices in the U.S.
NGOs conducted a survey about packaging environmental attributes and end-of-life policies, major brands shown to have poor packaging sustainability policies
January 9, 2015
New York City bans plastic foam in food packaging
Proposed ban becomes effective after almost two years, no proof for economical recyclability found
December 4, 2014
New FPF-Report: Plastic recycling
Food Packaging Forum addresses plastic recycling; processes, regulations, market data and safety issues included
September 4, 2014
PET recycles 65 billion PET bottles
Trade association notes an increase in recycling quantities; need to align collection process in member states remains
July 10, 2014
EU to ban landfill for recyclables
European Commission announces a ban of landfills for recyclables by 2025; industry comments
June 24, 2014
EPA identifies alternatives for flame retardants
EPA publishes reports on alternatives for the brominated flame retardants HBCD and pentaBDE
June 13, 2014
Biobased, not biodegradable
Consultant argues for biobased but not biodegradable packaging solutions, considers biodegradability inefficient
June 10, 2014
EFSA evaluates another recycling process
“Greenfiber” based on VACUREMA Prime ® technology considered safe for recycling PET into food contact materials
June 4, 2014
“FOOD RePET FGI.H.” PET recycling process
EFSA considers another recycling process safe for food contact materials
