Michael Brunn
Editor-in-Chief

Editor-in-Chief

Recyclates characterisation guiding requirements have been published by Plastics Recyclers Europe.
The textiles recycling industry has entered "a critical stage", according to BIR Textiles Division President Martin Böschen of Switzerland-based TEXAID * Textilverwertungs AG.
There is significant potential to increase recycling across Europe for municipal, construction and electronic waste according to a European Environment Agency briefing released today.
Ineos Styrolution has reported the final results of the research project ResolVe.
ESWET released a policy briefing to welcome the adoption of the EU Taxonomy by the European Parliament and to stress the importance of non-recyclable waste treatment to ensure a green transition in the waste management sector.
Tyres are complex products subject to strict standards to fulfill mobility and safety requirements.

World crude steel production for the 64 countries reporting to the World Steel Association (Worldsteel) was 148.8 million tonnes (Mt) in May 2020, an 8.7% decrease compared to May 2019.

European Heads of State and Government are meeting to discuss the Recovery Plan for Europe proposed by the European Commission in May.

The new e-book from the sorting specialist Steinert explains how to separate non-ferrous metals and heavy metals to the maximum.
The paper recycling industry is little more than 20 weeks away from a turning point.