Governor of Illinois vetoes “plastic bag” bill
Governor of Illinois Pat Quinn vetoed a bill which would have removed the right of home rule communities to implement innovative solutions to the plastic bag litter problem.
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EuPR HDPE Eco-design guidelines
EuPR, the Brussels based organisation representing plastics recyclers in Europe has developed NEW European eco-design guidelines for HDPE bottles in order to bring HDPE recycling to new horizons.
European Commission consultation about plastics bags
The European Commission launched a public consultation in 2011 asking for individuals and businesses to give their views on whether the European Union should tax or altogether ban plastic carrier bags in order to tackle rising levels of plastic waste.
Commission proposes strategy for sustainable bioeconomy in Europe
The European Commission has adopted a strategy to shift the European economy towards greater and more sustainable use of renewable resources.
SABIC’s plants in Brazil and Argentina earn certification
SABIC’s plants in Brazil and Argentina earn certification to produce FDA-compliant, biocompatible resins for Burgeoning S.A. healthcare market.
Symphony in Hawaii
Symphony was invited to attend the Asia-Pacific Economic Council and the Pacific Basin Economic Council in Hawaii 9-12 November 2011, and was represented by its CEO, Michael Laurier, and Group Deputy Chairman, Michael Stephen.
Waste Free Oceans
Waste Free Oceans held its first public conference in the presence of politicians, NGOs and industry representatives. The aim of this meeting was to promote initiatives which tackle the growing problem of marine litter and to raise awareness on the issue.
Another city bans plastic packagings
Seattle bans single-use restaurant packaging from landfills.
Briefing for Governments on Oxo-biodegradable Plastic
Briefing for Governments on oxo-biodegradable Plastic by Professor Gerald Scott.
IK-statement on a possible European ban of plastic bags
EU-Commissioner Potočnik apparently aims for a ban of carrier bags made from conventional plastics. At least it seems this way with the way the EU commission is currently running an Europe-wide survey, amongst other things.
Cadmium in plastics banned
The European Commission adopted an amendment under its REACH law to ban the use of cadmium in plastics, and brazing sticks (which are used to join metals) and create new restrictions on its use.
Constar International emerges from Chapter 11
Philadelphia-based PET bottle, preform and closures maker Constar International has emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection under the ownership of its pre-bankruptcy secured note holders.
