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Vietnam Introduces New EPR Recycling Targets for Products and Packaging

Vietnam Introduces New EPR Recycling Targets for Products and Packaging

The Vietnamese Government has issued Decree No. 110/2026/NĐ-CP, providing detailed guidance on several provisions of the Law on Environmental Protection regarding Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), including mandatory recycling obligations for products and ...
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Bioplastics from Hemp Waste: Latest Research from South Korea

Bioplastics from Hemp Waste: Latest Research from South Korea

Plant-based biocomposite materials are enhancing resource efficiency and creating added value from biomass waste, according to a recent study. Specifically, biocomposites produced from hemp hurd—the inner core of the hemp plant, which ...
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Biobased packaging from brewery waste: A PPWR-compliant solution for Europe

Biobased packaging from brewery waste: A PPWR-compliant solution for Europe

The BioSupPack project, funded by the European Union, has successfully demonstrated that by-products from the brewing industry can be transformed into high-performance bioplastics for sustainable packaging applications. Over five years of implementation, ...
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From Leftovers to Life-Changing Compostable Plastics: A Greener Way to Package the Future

From Leftovers to Life-Changing Compostable Plastics: A Greener Way to Package the Future

Imagine a day when fruit peels, leftover vegetables, or a scoop of rice from last night’s dinner are no longer seen as waste, but instead transformed into “golden materials” for packaging. And ...
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Hanoi to ban plastic bags and foam food containers in stores from 2028

Hanoi to ban plastic bags and foam food containers in stores from 2028

The Resolution details measures to cut plastic waste across all sectors, including manufacturing, commerce, services, and daily household activities. A new roadmap will see Hanoi phase out single-use plastics in markets and ...
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Bacteria turn plastic waste into pain relievers

Bacteria turn plastic waste into pain relievers

Researchers have found that bacteria can be used to turn plastic waste into painkillers, opening the possibility of more sustainable drug production. According to the Guardian, chemists at the University of Edinburgh ...
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COMPOSTABLE PICKLEBALL – A GREEN BREAKTHROUGH FOR THE WORLD’S FASTEST-GROWING SPORT

COMPOSTABLE PICKLEBALL – A GREEN BREAKTHROUGH FOR THE WORLD’S FASTEST-GROWING SPORT

Pickleball, a sport booming worldwide, brings joy and connection to millions of players. However, behind its rapid growth lies an alarming issue: plastic waste from discarded pickleball balls. Each year, an estimated ...
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A Green Future for Aviation: Addressing the Challenges of Single-Use Plastic Products (SUPPs)

A Green Future for Aviation: Addressing the Challenges of Single-Use Plastic Products (SUPPs)

The aviation industry has long relied on single-use plastic products (SUPPs) to ensure convenience, hygiene, and operational efficiency. Items such as plastic cups, utensils, food trays, packaging, and luggage wraps are commonplace ...
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