Environment Sustainability Matters
Indian scientists develop new oxo-degradable plastic
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- Published on Monday, 02 July 2012 09:00
- Written by Staff Reporter
INDIA - Scientists at the Institute of Chemical Technology in Matunga have developed an oxo-degradable polymer which they claim decomposes in just two months when exposed to sunlight.
Indian city succeeds in eliminating plastic bag usage
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- Published on Wednesday, 27 June 2012 08:08
- Written by Staff Reporter
INDIA – One Indian city’s move two years ago to eliminate plastic bag usage and minimize the use of plastic items is encouraging other cities to follow suit.
Over packaging China’s rice dumplings
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- Published on Monday, 25 June 2012 08:36
- Written by Stuart Hoggard / Trina Tan Ker Wei
CHINA – In the first real test of the Chinese government’s intention to implement new regulations banning Excessive Packaging which become effective on 1 July 2012, the state controlled media has mounted a campaign fuelling a public backlash against over packing traditional rice dumplings (zongzi).
Thai and Italian bioplastics associations sign cooperation deal
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- Published on Thursday, 21 June 2012 08:21
- Written by Staff Reporter
THAILAND – The Thai and Italian bioplastics industry associations have signed an agreement to exchange knowledge, coordinate certification and research initiatives and develop business opportunities.
RTD tea products shift from glass to PET packaging
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- Published on Wednesday, 20 June 2012 09:00
- Written by Staff Reporter
US – Pepsi’s Pure Leaf Ice Tea recently shifted from glass to plastic packaging for its ready-to-drink tea products, gaining increased recyclability and cost savings while providing consumers with greater convenience.
US brand giants form Plant PET Technology Collaborative
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- Published on Wednesday, 20 June 2012 08:03
- Written by Staff Reporter
US – Five major brand owners based in the US have formed a strategic working group focused on accelerating the development and use of 100% plant-based PET materials and fiber in their products.
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