Circular Economy

Printable chipless RFID tags using MXene inks enable remote sorting and then dissolve in a caustic wash to avoid contamination of recyclate.

Collaborating through “COM-ART”, researchers and artists are turning information into action to support the circular economy of plastics.

The International Polyolefins Conference is where market intelligence meets practical solutions. For leaders, attending is essential for staying ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.

Researchers have developed a method for recycling post-consumer garments into injection-molding materials.

Graphene nanoplatelets reinforce polypropylene, boosting strength, stiffness and conductivity in lightweight automotive components and ESD-safe parts.

Made from polylactic acid (PLA), these mono-material sandwich structures with foam-filled cores offer sustainability and high performance.

Rigid polyurethane composites with industrial waste fillers: mechanical strength, thermal conductivity, and machine-learning guided optimization.

Reactive extrusion reduces odor in post-consumer resins by leveraging targeted chemistry and venting to enable higher-quality circular PCR.

Biopolymer seed coatings cut agricultural microplastics while maintaining adhesion, dust control, and germination for safer, more sustainable farming.

Europe’s PVC industry boosts circularity, increasing recycled PVC use despite weak demand, cutting emissions and supporting sustainable manufacturing.