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H&M's $600 Million Commitment to Sustainable Polyester: Spearheading Textile Industry Transformation
H&M commits $600 million to Syre, a textile-to-textile recycling project, aiming to transform the industry by decarbonizing and reducing waste, starting with polyester recycling.
Amazon’s Global Plastic Footprint Might Be Shrinking, but the US Is A Different Story
It was estimated that Amazon generated 208 million pounds of plastic packaging waste for all transactions in the United States in 2022, a 9.6% increase over Oceana’s estimate for 2021.
Seeking Plastic Waste Solutions at The Plastic Waste Free World Conference & Expo
The Plastic Waste Free World Conference & Expo by TransGlobal is the leading international event for companies pursuing cutting-edge solutions in plastic waste reduction and circular economy innovations.
Material Innovation & Circularity
The Crucial Role of EPR in Achieving a Circular Fashion Economy
The fashion industry's rapid growth has led to severe environmental degradation, making Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for textiles essential for achieving a circular fashion economy.
Eastman Secures DOE Funding for Advanced Molecular Plastics Recycling Plant
Eastman, a leading provider of specialty materials and chemicals, has recently been recognized by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) as a recipient of significant funding for the establishment of its second state-of-the-art molecular plastic recycling facility onshore.
The Greener Manufacturing Show and Plastic Waste Free World Europe, Set to Ignite Change in 2023
The Greener Manufacturing Show and Plastic Waste Free World Europe, set for 8-9 November 2023 at the Koelnmesse, aim to amplify their impact by promoting the circular economy and sustainability in the industry.
Repreve Puts Sustainable Fibers in the Spotlight at the Rose Bowl
Repreve is set to highlight its transformative process at the Rose Bowl during the championship semifinal, showcasing its role in crafting sustainable team uniforms.
Enhancing Sustainability in Chemical Recycling of ABS Materials
ELIX Polymers explores the potential of Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) materials to enhance sustainability in healthcare, addressing challenges posed by cross-contamination in traditional mechanically recycled ABS amid rising demand for sustainability in medical applications.
Former Under Armour CEO Leads New Venture Reju, to Enhance PET Recycling
Paris-based Technip Energies partners with Under Armour and IBM to launch Reju, a cutting-edge PET recycling company, addressing the growing demand for recycled polyethylene terephthalate in textiles.
WRAP's Plastics Pact 2025 Progress: A Call for Urgent Regulation as Targets Loom
WRAP acknowledges substantial progress in the Plastics Pact 2025 initiative but concedes that vital targets may not be achieved by 2025.
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H&M's $600 Million Commitment to Sustainable Polyester: Spearheading Textile Industry Transformation
H&M commits $600 million to Syre, a textile-to-textile recycling project, aiming to transform the industry by decarbonizing and reducing waste, starting with polyester recycling.
Amazon’s Global Plastic Footprint Might Be Shrinking, but the US Is A Different Story
It was estimated that Amazon generated 208 million pounds of plastic packaging waste for all transactions in the United States in 2022, a 9.6% increase over Oceana’s estimate for 2021.
Seeking Plastic Waste Solutions at The Plastic Waste Free World Conference & Expo
The Plastic Waste Free World Conference & Expo by TransGlobal is the leading international event for companies pursuing cutting-edge solutions in plastic waste reduction and circular economy innovations.