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Dear readers,
We are pleased to share the new issue of the European Bioplastics Newsletter with you, containing the latest news and insights from the bioplastics industry. 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
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The EU Commission proposal for Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation
The long-awaited EC proposal for Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) was finally published on 30 March 2022, building upon the “Ecodesign Directive”, which currently only covers energy-related products...
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Practical test successfully completed: compostable bags made from renewable raw materials convinced consumers
Guest article by Nico Arbeck, Head of Department Material Use at C.A.R.M.E.N. e.V. on the results of the "Practical test of compostable bags – circular economy with compostable fruit and vegetable bags"...
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EU legislation needs to stronger acknowledge important role of bioplastics within circular economy
Guest article by Hasso von Pogrell, Managing Director of European Bioplastics which was recently published in the anniversary edition of the Japanese BioPlastics Association journal…
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Member portrait: Bisio Progetti
In each issue of the European Bioplastics Newsletter, we present 5 facts about a member of European Bioplastics. In this issue, Sara Di Berardino, Sustainability Manager at Bisio Progetti, shares some interesting insights on her company…
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Policy news: April 2022
- How is the European bioplastics industry seeking to gain more regulatory approval?
- Council adopts 8th environmental action programme
- Creating a framework for the designers of the circular economy
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RMC - Renewable Materials Conference
Ready-to-use fossil-free sustainable material solutions with a low carbon footprint are in fast-growing demand. Innovative brand owners are keeping an eye out for such solutions, in particular those that will soon reach the mainstream. The Renewable Materials Conference taking place from 10 to 12 May 2022 in Cologne, Germany and online provides a platform to all renewable material solutions. Bio-based, CO2-based, and recycled are the only available alternatives to fossil-based chemicals and materials. Over the course of three days, participants will get a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in the renewable material sector. Subscribers of the EUBP Newsletter receive a 10% discount for an online ticket. Please include “Discount code“ into the online registration field and use the code: EUBP22
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News from the members: April 2022
- Tetra Pak Expands Production of Plant-based Coatings for Aseptic Cartons to North America
- Versalis and Novamont Refocus on Circular Plastics
- Matti Lehmus appointed as President and CEO of Neste
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ISEF - International Sustainable Economy Forum
On 27/28 June 2022, the Industrielle Biotechnologie Bayern Netzwerk GmbH and the Chemie-Cluster Bayern are organising the "International Sustainable Economy Forum" (ISEF), a two-day event, taking place on-site at hbw Conference Center in Munich. The forum offers conference sessions with inspiring speakers from different fields of an industrial Sustainable Economy. Attendees can experience innovative approaches in the industrial exhibition area and companies or organizations can promote their own ideas and approaches. The ISEF’s aim is to create an efficient exchange platform to jointly address a key global challenge - the economy’s transition from fossil to sustainable. For all questions, please contact ISEF via email (info@isef-munich.com) or by phone (+49 89 74 120 374 or +49 89 74 120 370).
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News in brief: April 2022
- Sea-farmed supercrop: how seaweed could transform the way we live
- European plastics industry requires “radical” change to meet climate goals, finds Systemique
- Chemical recycling principles established by The Consumer Goods Forum
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7th PLA World Congress
The versatile biobased plastics material PLA is one of the bioplastics with the largest market significance. It is already being used in many different fields of applications, such as packaging, automotive, consumer electronics, and more. That‘s why bioplastics MAGAZINE is now organizing the 7th PLA World Congress. Experts from all involved fields will share their knowledge and contribute to a comprehensive overview of today‘s opportunities and challenges. The discussion will put a special focus on the possibilities, limitations, and future prospects of PLA for all kind of applications. The 2 full-day hybrid conference will be held on the 24th and 25th of May 2022 in Munich, Germany (or online).
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