Moving beyond 100% recyclable goals

Numerous companies have set recycling 100 percent recyclable, reusable, or compostable packaging goals. But how are they getting there and is it enough? Read More

The long-and-winding road toward more circular tires

The industry is pushing for more ‘sustainable’ materials and pushing collection efforts, but recycled rubber is still more likely to find a home outside of new tires. Read More

Unilever and Alibaba launch AI-powered closed-loop recycling system in 'Waste Free World' initiative

The companies have already installed 20 machines operational in offices and community spaces in Shanghai and Hangzhou, with 500 more set to be installed through 2021. Read More

What Biden could do about plastics

If the historic influx of recycling legislation in Congress over the past few years tells us anything, it’s that recycling and materials management are on the national agenda. Read More

Recycled plastic: There’s market demand, but where’s the supply?

With social license at risk, demand for recycled plastic is becoming inelastic and those able to supply to exacting standards will emerge and prosper. Read More

3 practical steps to creating a circular product

Sponsored: Circular economy principles must be built into processes from the start to effect change. Read More

From design to recycling, opportunities abound to make solar more circular

Across the value chain, the industry could realize $450 million in raw material recovery for new ventures and clean jobs. Read More

How WestRock is driving toward a more circular economy

Sponsored: Together with its customers, the fiber-based packaging industry leader is prioritizing recyclability and responsible forestry. Read More

Going beyond single-use packaging to address all plastic waste

Tackling the diversity and volume of plastic waste today requires not only multiple strategies, but also the participation of all stakeholders to drive toward an optimal system. Read More