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Dear members,   We are pleased to share with you the monthly press clipping January 2022. If you have any questions, comments, or interesting news or topics to share, please do not hesitate to contact us.   Enjoy the read! Kind regards from the European Bioplastics team European Bioplastics News   Tetra Pak invests R500-million in facility upgrades    (PACKAGiNG & Print Media’s) 26/01-2022 TETRA PAK recently announced at a formal celebration it is investing R500-million to upgrade and increase the production capability of its ... closer the possibility of using sugar cane as a raw material for bio-based plastic material, which we hope will soon be locally produced,’ Sulzer will provide process technology for NatureWorksâ bioplastics plant    (Xea.nl) 16/01-2022 Sulzer Chemtech Ltd. (Winterthur, Switzerland) is delivering customized state-of-the-art production technology to NatureWorksâ latest ... quality Ingeo biopolymers.â Torsten Wintergerste, Division President Sulzer Chemtech, adds: âWe are excited to join hands with NatureWorks NatureWorks is relocating its headquarters, adding new R&D centre    (Sustainable Plastics) 21/01-2022 NatureWorks has announced that it is moving its headquarters and opening a new biopolymer research facility in Plymouth, Minnesota. The ... NatureWorks has announced that it is moving its headquarters and opening a new biopolymer research facility in Plymouth, Minnesota. The Technip Energies and SIBUR announce agreement to license lower carbon HEXSIB technology    (Technip Energies) 11/01-2022 Technip Energies (Paris: TE) and SIBUR Holding Public Joint Stock Company (SIBUR) announced that the companies have signed a collaboration ... carbon efficiency and opens up possibilities for bio-sourced plastics production from renewable carbon.” Daria Borisova, SIBUR Management About Bioplastics   Patrick Krieger Promoted to Vice President for Sustainability for PLASTICS    (Packaging World) 31/01-2022 The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) promoted Patrick Krieger to the newly created role of Vice President for Sustainability. both industry and consumer audiences about biobased plastic materials. Bioplastics Week gave rise to Plastics Recycling Week in 2021, Management of Plastic Waste and a Circular Economy at the End of the Supply Chain: A Systematic Literature Review    (MDPI) 28/01-2022 This article aims to describe the current state of research on plastic waste management as a circular economy practice at the end of the ... 53,54,55], the benefits of bioplastics [56], and the reuse of bioplastics [57,58]. The main issues related to bioplastics are still in their PET packaging moving steadily towards circularity    (Recyclingportal) 27/01-2022 New data for collection, recycling capacity and production for 2020 show increases in all measured factors, indicating a steady move towards circularity of the PET industry in Europe. Major growth is observed, in particular, within the PET recycling market, with an overall 21 % increase in the installed capacity and totalling 2.8mt in EU27+3. Scientists develop antimicrobial food packaging    (PKN Packaging News) 27/01-2022 Scientists from China's Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and the Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health say they have have developed ... the harm to the environment and health, reduce the use of non-biodegradable plastics at a global level, and promote sustainable agri-food Show us the recyclate: PepsiCo Europe urges clearer policy on flexibles circular economy    (Packaging Insights) 26/01-2022 26 Jan 2022 --- PepsiCo Europe is urging policymakers to deliver specific targets for flexible packaging to drive collection, sorting and ... up investment to increase the supply,” says Jagannathan. “Once the renewable plastic is put out into the market, it needs to be recycled RecyClass and EPBP partner on recyclability initiative for PET bottles    (Packaging Europe) 25/01-2022 WIPOTEC-OCS debuts all-in-one inspection unit companies to develop bio-based plastic bottles. The Coca-Cola Company unveiled the first prototype of its 100% plant-based PET bottle last Dow Joins Cyclyx Consortium to Advance Plastic Recycling and Sustainability    (Omnexus - SpecialChem) 24/01-2022 TAGS: Sustainability and Bioplastics Cyclyx International, a consortium-based plastic feedstock management company with a mission to ... TAGS: Sustainability and Bioplastics Cyclyx International, a consortium-based plastic feedstock management company with a mission to Converting Industrial Biomass Waste Into Useful Chemicals and Plastics    (Technology Networks) 21/01-2022 It’s no secret that we need more sustainable materials if we hope to help the planet. Bio-derived materials are one potential option, but ... for using renewable resources to make different types of plastics. You don't have to use fossil fuels, plastics from renewable resources can Big brands call for global pact to cut plastic production    (Euractiv) 21/01-2022 International brands including Coca Cola and PepsiCo called on Monday (17 January) for a global pact to combat plastic pollution that includes cuts in plastic production, a key growth area for the oil industry. Report points to ‘emerging industry’ for seaweed-based bioplastics    (Packaging Europe) 19/01-2022 A look at innovative packaging solutions in the e-commerce space to point to some of the challenges emerging alongside the seaweed bioplastics industry. Seaweed for Europe notes a necessary distinction Scientists Develop Mechanically Recyclable Sugar-based Polymers    (Omnexus - SpecialChem) 19/01-2022 TAGS: Sustainability and Bioplastics Researchers from the University of Birmingham, U.K., and Duke University, U.S., have created a new ... TAGS: Sustainability and Bioplastics Researchers from the University of Birmingham, U.K., and Duke University, U.S., have created a new Policy tool to cut down plastic waste    (Innovation Origins) 19/01-2022 A new study published in the journal Global Environmental Change reveals a new policy tool developed by an international team, including ... ’ – in Global Environmental Change . Also interesting: Avantium builds first bioplastics plant in Dutch Delfzijl: ‘a historic milestone’ Field studies on the deterioration of microplastic films from ultra-thin compostable bags in soil    (Science Direct) 18/01-2022 Highlights • In many countries, compostable plastic bags are used for collecting food waste. • Bags are composted together with food ... Highlights • In many countries, compostable plastic bags are used for collecting food waste. • Bags are composted together with food Evaluation of the anaerobic degradation of food waste collection bags made of paper or bioplastic    (Science Direct) 18/01-2022 Highlights • Bioplastic and paper bags were tested with BMP and semi-continuous digestion tests. • Paper bags show a good degradability ... • The degradability of bioplastics is influenced by physical factors. Abstract The amount of compostable bioplastics collected with the European plants mull plastics recycling projects    (Hellenic Shipping News Worldwide) 18/01-2022 A number of companies have announced plans for plastics recycling projects. platform from 2024. The plant will focus also on production of bioplastics, plastics recycling and the operation of two photovoltaic solar China Sees Surge of Investment Into Biodegradable Plastics    (Japan Chemical Daily) 17/01-2022 A spate of investment plans are being hammered out in China for biodegradable plastics. This comes as the country’s central…... A spate of investment plans are being hammered out in China for biodegradable plastics. This comes as the country’s central…... Dow Invests in Mr. Green Africa to Advance Plastic Waste Management    (Omnexus - SpecialChem) 13/01-2022 TAGS: Sustainability and Bioplastics Dow has invested in Mr. Green Africa - the first recycling company in Africa to be a Certified B ... TAGS: Sustainability and Bioplastics Dow has invested in Mr. Green Africa - the first recycling company in Africa to be a Certified B Biodegradable transparent pack promises to end food poisoning    (The Guardian) 13/01-2022 New ‘smart pack’ that keeps fish, meat, vegetables fresher for longer by slowly releasing antimicrobials to kill Escherichia coli, ... to the environment and health and reduce the use of non-biodegradable plastics at a global level and promote sustainable agri-food systems.” Goodyear Releases 70% Sustainable Material Content-based Tire    (Omnexus - SpecialChem) 10/01-2022 TAGS: Automotive Sustainability and Bioplastics The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced the release of a demonstration tire with ... TAGS: Automotive Sustainability and Bioplastics The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced the release of a demonstration tire with New Study Shows Recycled Plastics Perform Similar to Virgin Plastics    (Fraunhofer Institute) 6/01-2022 Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for structural durability and system reliability LBF, working together with partner companies, have demonstrated that recycled plastic performs similarly to virgin plastic – not only that, it is also a suitable material for dishwasher case bottoms. Suntory’s new plant-based bottle takes beverages industry closer to holy grail of bioplastics, says GlobalData    (Sustainable Packaging News) 3/01-2022 In line with its goal to transition to 100% recycled and plant-based PET bottles by 2030, the Suntory Group unveiled a prototype PET bottle ... to 100% recycled and plant-based PET bottles by 2030, the Suntory Group unveiled a prototype PET bottle made from 100% plant-based materials Mattel launches #TaptoRebox campaign to encourage parents to declutter and recycle    (Spielwarenmesse Nürnberg) 2/01-2022 the company’s goal to achieve 100% recycled, recyclable or bio-based plastic materials across all products and packaging by 2030 . Mattel Policy Issues   Denmark Plans Tighter Rules On Green Marketing, While European Countries Might Follow Suit    (Forbes) 30/01-2022 Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Carrots packaged in a compostable plastic-free net made from beechwood are seen on ... the displacement of food production and deforestation risks when producing bio-based plastic feedstocks,” continued Le Gallou, who believe Why beverage cartons are critical to achieving a climate neutral EU and the necessary frameworks to get us there [Promoted content]    (EURACTIV.com RSS Feed) 27/01-2022 The beginning of 2022 marks three and a half years since the current Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive (PPWD) was adopted. of 2022 marks three and a half years since the current Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive (PPWD) was adopted. As we head towards a new U.S. Plastics Pact Releases Problematic and Unnecessary Packaging Materials List    (Omnexus - SpecialChem) 27/01-2022 TAGS: Sustainability and Bioplastics Medical The U.S. Plastics Pact released its Problematic and Unnecessary Materials List, a first ... TAGS: Sustainability and Bioplastics Medical The U.S. Plastics Pact released its Problematic and Unnecessary Materials List, a first France Prohibits Plastic Packaging for Most Fruits and Vegetables    (Mother Nature Network) 25/01-2022 The first stage of its major ban rolled out this month. , newspapers and magazines from being delivered in plastic, and tea bags being sold in non-biodegradable plastic sachets. Furthermore, the Cefic: Chemistry Industry Calls for More Certainty, Visibility, Consistency, and Better Policy Coordination to Unleash the Potential of the Bioeconomy    (Targeted News Service (Print Edition)) 25/01-2022 (TNSRep) -- Cefic, the European Chemical Industry Council, issued the following news:The bioeconomy has a lot of untappe . Bio-based feedstocks can have an impact in the production of bio-based plastics and chemical building blocks, which can be used in a broad Fury in Parliament as EU green taxonomy deadline expires    (EURACTIV.com RSS Feed) 21/01-2022 EU lawmakers from across the political spectrum are furious about the European Commission’s refusal to consult them on a draft proposal to ... Fury in Parliament as EU green taxonomy deadline expires Draft EU ‘green claims’ law overly focused on CO2 impact, critics say    (Euractiv) 21/01-2022 Upcoming EU labelling law aimed at helping consumers choose green products has come under fire for providing an incomplete picture of environmental impact by focusing too much on carbon emissions and ignoring other factors such as recyclability and toxicity. Rethinking the way we serve food and drinks to EU consumers    (Euractiv) 21/01-2022 To safeguard hygiene, keep customers and employees safe and promote sustainable growth in Europe’s vibrant food service sector, the EU must be patient and wise in promoting new ways of serving food and drinks to European consumers. Berlin think-tank positions itself as midwife of EU climate policy    (Euractiv) 21/01-2022 A star-studded informal group including some of the hottest movers and shakers in EU climate policy was quietly established in December at the initiative of an influential German think-tank. EURACTIV has the details of the forum whose aim is to bring the EU’s ‘Fit for 55’ package of climate legislation over the line. EU ministers mull carbon border tax, argue over nuclear’s green credentials    (Euractiv) 21/01-2022 European Union environment ministers gathered in France Thursday (20 January) to mull climate policy and the merits of a carbon border tax, while airing differences on whether nuclear energy can be classified as “green”. France aims for ‘a true ecological sovereignty for Europe’ at informal EU talks    (Euractiv) 21/01-2022 Paris, which currently holds the six-month EU Council presidency, has highlighted the objective of achieving greater EU sovereignty on energy and environment as EU ministers dealing with these issues embark on a three-day informal meeting in Amiens. EURACTIV France reports. How to prepare for plastic packaging tax and other tax changes    (Food Manufacture) 20/01-2022 The plastic packaging tax - due to be introduced on 1 April 2022 - is one of a few tax changes that could have significant financial impact ... than any other single material. The definition includes biodegradable and compostable plastics. Packaging containing at least 30% recycled European Commission seeks public input for future EU framework on biobased, biodegradable and compostable plastics    (Agence Europe) 19/01-2022 A new eight-week public consultation was launched on 18 January by the European Commission’s Environment services to feed into the ... into the development of a future EU policy framework on biobased, biodegradable and compostable plastics. The initiative is planned for the MPs told compostables could cut contamination    (letsrecycle.com) 19/01-2022 That’s according to Jenny Grant, head of organics and natural capital at the Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology (REA). ... said: “Compostable plastic components, if they’ve got 30% or more bio-based content, should not be taxed under that Plastic Packaging Tax, Delay in proposed microplastics restriction leading to irreversible pollution    (Rethink Plastic) 17/01-2022 One additional year without a restriction on microplastics could see levels of pollution equivalent to 1.6 billion plastic bottles released into the environment, data from Client Earth and the European Environmental Bureau has shown. Recycling of packaging waste: the collection conundrum    (Euractiv) 14/01-2022 The EU has a goal to increase packaging waste recycling, but reaching it will depend on whether local authorities increase and improve collection. Lawmaker drafts ‘complete overhaul’ of EU carbon border levy    (Euractiv) 14/01-2022 The EU lawmaker in charge of negotiating Europe’s upcoming levy for carbon-intensive imports has recommended drastic changes, including a quicker rollout and adding more products to the scope of the draft legislation. US provides millions in funding to plastic recycling innovators    (Recycling International) 13/01-2022 The US Department of Energy is investing US$ 13.4 million (EUR 11.7 million) in next generation plastics technologies that reduce the ... that repurpose single-use plastics and make the materials biodegradable, we can hit a trifecta of reduced plastic waste, fewer emissions ESR or ETS: Waste treatments should be in the same basket    (Recyclingportal) 12/01-2022 Keeping the waste management chain united is essential to prevent legal and illegal landfills and keep up with the EU efforts towards decarbonisation. Review of Ireland’s circular economy plans places packaging industry under scrutiny    (Packaging Europe) 7/01-2022 2022 cold chain predictions: Creating a new normal the packaging industry – in a bid not only to reach national targets but to align with upcoming EU legislation. Tags 7 January 2022 12:48 European Greens considering suing Commission over taxonomy rules    (EURACTIV.com RSS Feed) 5/01-2022 The European Greens are currently assessing whether to follow the Austrian example and sue the European Commission over the EU taxonomy ... to follow the Austrian example and sue the European Commission over the EU taxonomy rules that could label nuclear energy and gas as ‘green’