August 26, 2025Cap-and-Trade Policy: Is it Beneficial for Plastic Waste Management?As policymakers seek practical regulatory approaches for plastic waste, a cap-and-trade (CAT) system offers one possible framework. Read more
August 26, 2025Upcycling Invasive Species: A Novel Biodegradable AlternativeCan two global issues be solved simultaneously? HyaPak, a Kenya-based startup, is proving that it is. Read more
August 25, 2025Regulatory Frameworks for AI-Powered Plastic SortingAs artificial intelligence transforms the identification, sorting, and recovery of plastics, regulators are racing to keep pace with a technology poised to redefine the future of recycling. Read more
August 20, 2025Microplastics and Nanoplastics: Hard to See, Harder to StopDr. Prithu Mukhopadhyay, Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology, shares insights on microplastics and their impact. Read more
August 14, 2025GLA-Modified PLA Offers Potential for the Packaging IndustryGLA-based additives improve PLA flexibility and enzymatic breakdown, enabling better lifecycle performance in targeted packaging applications. Read more
August 13, 2025Reinventing Yogurt Packaging: How rPET Cups Are Changing the GameALPLA’s new ultra-thin rPET yogurt cups combine high performance with recyclability, aligning with future EU packaging standards and circular goals. Read more
August 12, 2025Policy as a Catalyst: Promoting Company Reflexivity in the Plastics IndustryA study on EU efforts to reduce marine pollution investigated how regulation can foster reflexive thinking and behavior within companies. Read more
August 5, 2025A Critical Review of Bioplastics Growth: Re-evaluating ForecastsDespite strong bioplastic growth, 2025 data reveal that earlier optimistic forecasts overstated expectations, reflecting a more complex market reality. Read more
August 1, 2025Dopamine Design: The Psychology of Vibrant PackagingA revolution in color and form is reshaping how products visually communicate, with vibrant aesthetics becoming the new language for connecting with Generation Z. Read more
July 30, 2025K 2025 Preview: Game-Changing Plastics Technologies on the HorizonK 2025 preview unveils cutting-edge plastics tech: low-carbon materials, advanced recycling, smart thermoplastics, and EV-ready polycarbonates. Read more