Ten research organizations, universities, and companies are establishing a research program with around 20 full-time researchers. The Emission Free Pulping program aims to significantly reduce biomass burning and increase the product yield of wood material used for pulping from approximately 50 percent to around 70 percent. The program, under the joint leadership of VTT Technical […]
The German Max-Planck-Institut für Eisenforschung (center for iron research) has developed an economical process with green hydrogen to extract CO2-free iron from the toxic red mud generated in aluminum production. According to the information, scientists at the Max-Planck-Institut für Eisenforschung have shown how green steel can be produced from aluminum production waste in a relatively […]
Last year, the governments of Colombia, Jamaica and Panamá launched a 42-million-dollar project to combat plastic pollution by mainstreaming circularity at city-level. The three countries will be supported by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), with funding from the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and support from the Cartagena Convention Secretariat, the project to reduce marine […]
The Netherlands-based company Fashion for Good, a global platform for sustainable fashion innovation, has teamed up with Spring Lane Capital (USA and Canada) to help unlock the capital needed to scale sustainable innovation in the textile industry. According to the Dutch company, their report “The Great Unlock – Closing the Innovation Commercialization Gap through Project […]
“Tire Recycling Downstream Product Market Report: Trends, Forecast and Competitive Analysis to 2030” is the title of the publication, which has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. Based on the market research store, the global market is expected to reach an estimated 5.5 billion US-Dollar by 2030 with a CAGR (compound annual growth rate) of 3.2 […]
According to Indian market research company Mordor Intelligence, the African waste management market is set to grow. As stated in 2022, prior to the 27th United Nations Conference of Parties (COP27), the African market size was estimated at 21.72 billion US-Dollar in 2024, and was expected to grow until 2029 at a CAGR (composed annual […]
Fornnax, a global pioneer in recycling machinery, is pleased to introduce the SR-200 HD Dual-Shaft Primary Shredder, a groundbreaking invention. The prestigious India Rubber Expo (IRE) at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai took place on March 20, 2024. The SR-200 HD marks a significant leap in recycling technology, demonstrating Fornnax’s dedication to engineering excellence […]
The COREPER deal on the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) marks a significant milestone for the European recycling industry and circular value chains. Enhancing packaging circularity is imperative from both environmental and industrial standpoints and this signed deal marks a significant step forward. The deal reached is likely the best outcome, given the trade […]
On March 13, the European Parliament voted in plenary on a revision of the Waste Framework Directive to make the textile industry more sustainable. It is estimated by the European Environment Agency, that the textile industry is the fifth industrial sector for primary use of materials and greenhouse gas emissions. Clearly, a step change is […]
FEAD (the European Waste Management Association) is pleased to announce the publication of their scientific article titled ‘The Presence of PFAS in Wastes and Related Implications on the Current and Proposed European Regulatory Framework: A Systematic Critical Review’ in Detritus, the multidisciplinary journal for Circular Economy and Sustainable Management of Residues. This comprehensive study was […]