🌍 Innovating Sorting with Digital Watermarks! ♻️ Exciting news from the Digital Watermarks Initiative HolyGrail 2.0! This project, led by AIM - European Brands Association and powered by the Alliance to End Plastic Waste, aims to enhance packaging waste sorting using digital watermarks. Recent industrial trials validate the use of digital watermarks for advanced sorting of flexible packaging. 🧪 As one of the next steps, Borealis is undertaking trials on PP films and PE flexible fractions. 🔍 What are Digital Watermarks? Tiny, imperceptible codes on packaging detected by high-resolution cameras, enabling precise sorting and higher-quality recyclates. Read more ➡ https://lnkd.in/dcBp6u5Z #AcceleratingActionOnCircularity #Innovation #CircularEconomy #HolyGrail2 #DigitalWatermarks
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Welcome to the circular revolution. A revolution that’s world-critical and urgent. Because today, we take, we make, we dispose. It’s linear, it’s wasteful, it’s unsustainable. It has to change. Plastics are versatile, efficient, convenient and safe. But we need these benefits to come at no cost to the planet. In short, we need to re-mould the plastic value chain to make it circular. So this is EverMinds™ . A platform to help unlock progress and accelerate that change. To open and expand minds on plastic circularity. To promote and celebrate action and answers. To bring stakeholders, influencers and circular game-changers together. Uncompromising on quality and performance. Together, a catalyst for better outcomes for all. Profit, people and planet. It’s a journey to get there. But we need momentum. It will take a whole community. Connected, collaborative, creative. EverMind-ful. Ever-restless. Ever-innovative, Ever-better. Be a part of the circular revolution for plastic. Be a part of EverMinds™. Netiquette We are happy to respond to your questions from Monday to Friday from 09:00–17:00 CET. Mutual respect is our basic principle on social media. Users are responsible for their contributions. Do not post anything that violates applicable law, the criminal code, the rights of others, in particular personal rights, copyrights, or trademark rights, racist, sexist, abusive or otherwise indecent content. We value open and transparent dialogue. Thus, we do not engage with anonymous users on LinkedIn. Furthermore, we reserve the right to edit or delete content violating the above-mentioned rules. Business partners who would like to associate Borealis and/or EverMinds with their initiatives (mentions) are only permitted to do so after having received our prior consent. Please get in touch with our team ([email protected]). http://bit.ly/everminds-privacy
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🔄 Discover the untapped potential of plastic recycling. The MSWPlast project by VTT and the SPIRIT Programm reveals how sorting trials can transform mixed waste into valuable resources, reducing incineration and fostering sustainability. ♻️ “Sorting out PE, PP, and PET from mixed waste opens new doors for recycling,” highlights Jaakko Tuomainen from Borealis. Join SPIRIT in redefining recycling and creating a greener future. 🌐 Read the insights and be part of the change: https://lnkd.in/eUGJQ3yg #Sustainability #SPIRITProgramm #EverMinds
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Borealis and eFuels leader Infinium are working together to produce lower carbon-footprint plastics using Infinium eNaphtha, a sustainable, drop-in alternative to traditional naphtha. This has two benefits: 👉 It uses captured carbon that would otherwise have been released into the atmosphere 👉 It displaces fossil resources in new plastics The plastics derived from Infinium eNaphtha are suitable for a wide range of applications—from consumer packaging, to appliances, apparel, and medical devices—making it possible to reduce the environmental impact of these essential products without compromising on quality. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/euRHYE78 #AcceleratingActionOnCircularity #CircularEconomy #CarbonCapture #EverMinds
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Fostering the Circular Economy: A Collaborative Effort 🏭 Brand Owners & Retailers’ Crucial Contribution: You are instrumental in promoting a #CircularEconomy. The use of 5.5Mt of post-consumer recycled plastics in new EU27+3 products and parts in 2021, marking a 20% increase since 2018*, demonstrates the impact of designing for recyclability and reusability. Let’s continue to drive sustainable innovation! 🛒 Consumer Impact: Your choices are pivotal in advancing a Circular Economy. By choosing reusable products, supporting sustainable brands, and adopting responsible consumption habits, we can significantly reduce the 26 million tons of plastic waste generated in Europe annually*. Every step you take makes a difference! ♻️ Recyclers’ Vital Role: Recyclers, your work in material collection, sorting, and recycling is essential for a Circular Economy. With one-third of Europe’s plastic waste being recycled and exceeding landfill amounts*, we aim to further increase recycling rates through better infrastructure, technology, and awareness. Keep the momentum going! 🔄 Converters’ Innovative Drive: Converters, your dedication to creating eco-friendly solutions is driving us toward a more sustainable future. The development of mechanically recycled polymers for food contact applications is a testament to the progress achievable through innovation.* Let’s maintain your creative momentum for a circular economy! 🌍 Collaborative Progress: Stakeholder collaboration and investment are key to transitioning from our current state to a truly circular model. #EPRschemes are crucial in funding efforts to close the plastic waste loop.* Through collaboration, we have the power to create a circular economy that benefits everyone. #CircularityInAction #ProgressIsInOurHands #EverMinds #AcceleratingActionOnCircularity Sources: https://lnkd.in/esmnTnT7 https://lnkd.in/env89dww https://lnkd.in/dv5xvgr6 https://lnkd.in/d_7fXDvu https://lnkd.in/dHQn-bEN
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🌍 Finland is taking a bold step towards #sustainability with the Reusify Project, led by VTT and the University of Vaasa. The newest SPIRIT ecosystem project, Reusify, aims to develop reusable packaging systems, combat single-use waste, and reduce our environmental footprint in collaboration with 21 stakeholder organizations. The potential impact? An export market worth a staggering 1.45 billion euros by 2035! 📈 🔍 Reusify isn’t just about packaging materials - it’s a holistic approach. From circular economy principles (think “reuse” and “recycle”) to analyzing consumer experience and acceptance. 🤝 Part of the SPIRIT program, the Reusify consortium includes major players like SOK, Kesko, Borealis, Orthex, Lassila & Tikanoja, and Compass Group Finland. Together, they’re accelerating packaging reuse. Are you excited about the Reusify Project? Share your thoughts below! 👇 Read the full article ➡ https://lnkd.in/eqAi5Xyc #CircularEconomy #PackagingInnovation #AcceleratingActionOnCircularity
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🌍 Circularity in Action: Aiming to close the Loop in #Automotive Industry Plastics By collaborating, Neste, Borealis, and Covestro are driving circularity in plastics value chains. They’re revolutionizing the automotive industry by turning waste into valuable resources. Their project agreement focuses on recycling discarded tires into high-quality plastics. Here’s how it works: 1️⃣ Chemical Recycling: When tires are no longer usable, they’re liquefied through chemical recycling. 2️⃣ Base Chemicals: The resulting material is processed into base chemicals. 3️⃣ High-Purity Polycarbonates: These base chemicals are further transformed into polycarbonates of exceptional purity. The project emphasizes recycled content,with ISCC Plus certification ensuring transparency. 🌱 4️⃣ Applications: These high-quality polycarbonates find their way into various automotive parts, from headlamp components to radiator grilles. 🚗 🌟 This initiative showcases how low-quality waste materials can be transformed into high-quality plastics, benefiting both the environment and the automotive industry. #CircularEconomy #Collaboration #Innovation #AcceleratingActionOnCircularity
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Rethinking Packaging: Unlocking a #Reuse Revolution 🌍♻️ Reusable packaging systems are key to minimizing waste and environmental harm. From returnable beer bottles to refillable cosmetics containers, these initiatives offer valuable insights on the economic and environmental potential of return systems. Collaboration among stakeholders is crucial. Let’s ignite the reuse revolution! ♻️🤝 📖 Read the full article to which you find the link in the comments below 👇 #EverMinds #AcceleratingActionOnCircularity
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Navigating the new PPWR: Key Takeaways from Borealis’ webinar 🌐 🔍 Curious about the future of packaging and circular economy practices? By 2030, all packaging* must be designed for recyclability. Borealis’ experts, Venetia Spencer and Geert Van Ballaer, recently revealed invaluable insights in their webinar in the new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulations. Discover the game-changing trends and challenges shaping the industry towards a circular economy in our webinar summary or watch the recording here: https://lnkd.in/dvcayMwK #EverMinds #AcceleratingActionOnCircularity *with limited exceptions such as for primary medical packaging
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Check out Eunomia Research & Consultings' comprehensive report on recycling performance across 48 countries. ♻️ We’re delighted by the outstanding efforts of some nations.🌏 Let’s dive into the highlights: Austria: The World’s Recycling Champion! 🌟 Austria takes the top spot, demonstrating exceptional commitment to recycling. Wales: Leading the UK! 🌎 Wales secures second place, setting an inspiring example for sustainable waste management. Top Recyclers: Europe Takes the Lead! ♻️ ◾ Eight of the top 10 recyclers hail from Europe, with seven in Western Europe. Their longstanding strategies and policies have driven investments in collection, logistics, sorting, and reprocessing. ◾ Notably, Taiwan and South Korea—both East Asian nations—also excel due to their well-established collection and treatment systems. Key Features of High-Performing Countries 🌟 ◾ Strategic Goals: Formal waste and recycling strategies with clear targets. ◾ Separate Collection: Common recyclables, including organics, collected separately for households and businesses. ◾ Polluter Pays: Funding mechanisms (like EPR) incentivize producers to reduce unnecessary packaging. ◾ Behavioral Incentives: Encouraging recycling through financial and other incentives. #CircularEconomy #TopRecyclers #AcceleratingActionOnCircularity
We have published a new report Global Recycling League Table in conjunction with Reloop TOMRA Recycling Welsh Government Can Manufacturers Institute International Aluminium Institute The report examined the recycling performance of 48 countries, including the countries that report the highest recycling rates and many of the world’s largest economies. The study also includes lower income countries in Latin America, Asia and Africa, to highlight global disparities. It is being published to celebrate World Environment Day. The report highlights the following – ♻️ Austria has been revealed as the world’s best country for recycling. Wales leads the way in the UK, coming in at number 2. Northern Ireland was ranked 9th England at 11th and Scotland at 15th. ♻️ That world’s top recyclers are not exceeding a 60% recycling rate for municipal waste, once differences in reporting practice are accounted for. Eight of the top 10 are to be found within Europe, with seven being in Western Europe, reflecting the longstanding strategies and policies that have driven investments in collection, logistics, sorting and reprocessing across the continent. ♻️ The exceptions are two East Asian nations, Taiwan and South Korea, which also have long-established collection and treatment systems. These results highlight the importance of long-term investment in making recycling convenient and efficient, as well as the role that establishing behavioural norms over many years plays in creating a recycling culture. ♻️ The countries with the biggest drops in reported recycling rates were Singapore, South Korea, Spain and Germany. A few countries saw adjustments increase the performance or compensate for the fact that they were not reporting recycling rates - China and South Africa being the biggest beneficiaries. The features of countries who had high recycling rates included: ✔ A formal waste and recycling strategy, including clear goals regarding targets to be achieved and steps to be taken to improve. ✔ Widespread separate collection of common recyclables, including organics, to provide households and businesses with a convenient way to recycle. ✔ Methods to ensure that recycling is funded on a “polluter pays” basis, such as EPR, to incentivise producers to avoid selling unnecessary packaging and to prevent performance from being restricted by the funds available to public bodies; ✔ The use of financial and other behavioural incentives to encourage households and businesses to use the recycling system (e.g. to avoid costs). To read the report click on the link in the comments below 👇 #Netzero #recycling #sustainability #WorldEnvironmentDay
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Reuse. Renew. Repeat 🌱 Borealis has partnered with Plastics Europe to champion sustainability in the workplace. They’ve recently provided reusable coffee cups to Plastics Europe’s head office, encouraging a shift away from single-use materials. The planet and all life within it is calling out for rethinking and redesigning the way we live. Today, waste is a common part of everyday life; and when that involves materials like single use plastic, that comes with a huge impact on the environment, through associated CO2 emissions and pollution. Reuse systems mean a greatly lowered environmental footprint for plastic materials, especially compared to the equivalent CO2 emissions associated with single-use materials. Let’s raise our reusable cups to a circular future! ☕🌎 #Reuse #CircularEconomy #AcceleratingActionOnCircularity
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