Circular Economy News — Week 34

Summary about last week (34)

1. Carbios and FCC to Build UK’s First Bio-Recycling Plant for PET, Targeting 70,000 Tons Annually 🏭♻️
2. LyondellBasell Acquires Bankrupt Plastic Recycler APK, Expanding Recycling Capabilities for Hard-to-Recycle Plastics ♻️💼
3. Alpla and SEA ME Introduce First 300ml PET Refillable Bottle for Cosmetics, with Smart Data Tracking 🧴🔄
4. Newretex’s Fully Automated Textile Sorting System Enhances Recycling Efficiency, Handling 200 Tons Monthly 👚🤖
5. German Waste Incineration Plants to Join EU Emissions Trading by 2027, Leading to Significant Carbon Reduction 🌍🔥
6. Over 1,500 Objections Filed Against Fortum’s Battery Recycling Plant in Thuringia, Reflecting Community Concerns 🔋🚫
7. Germany Strengthens Phosphorus Recovery from Sewage Sludge with New Joint Declaration, Boosting Environmental Sustainability 🧪🚰

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1. Carbios and FCC to Build UK’s First Bio-Recycling Plant for PET, Targeting 70,000 Tons Annually 🏭♻️

Carbios and FCC have announced a groundbreaking partnership to construct the UK’s first bio-recycling plant for PET plastics. This facility aims to leverage enzymatic recycling technology to efficiently process waste PET and contribute significantly to a circular economy.

• Capacity: The new plant is expected to recycle 70,000 tons of PET annually, marking a significant leap in the UK’s recycling capabilities.

• Technology: Utilizing Carbios’ proprietary enzymatic recycling process, the facility will offer an eco-friendly alternative to traditional recycling methods.

• Investment: This collaboration will require substantial investment, reflecting both companies’ commitment to advancing sustainable solutions.

• Environmental Impact: The bio-recycling method is projected to reduce the carbon footprint compared to conventional methods, contributing to a lower environmental impact.

This plant represents a significant step forward in the UK’s efforts to enhance plastic…