SITUATION OF PLASTICS IN GENERAL AND PACKAGING IN PARTICULAR
The plastic industry requires comprehensive regulation by relevant authorities due to uncontrolled consumption, lack of reuse and recycling, and improper management of plastic waste.
As a result, the European Union is investing significant resources to promote a circular, sustainable, and environmentally friendly plastic economy.
In particular, plastic packaging has contributed significantly to the negative perception of plastic due to its complex management. To address this issue, the European Union introduced the first European-scale Plastics Strategy on January 16, 2018. The objective is to ensure that all plastic packaging in the market becomes recyclable or reusable by 2030 while reducing the consumption of single-use plastics.
By transforming the way plastic packaging is designed, produced, used, and recycled, Europe aims to lead the way in solving the plastic waste problem.
Our sustainable polymer solutions
Recyclability
By 2030, the goal is for 100% of products to be recyclable. Companies must ensure the recyclability of their products to achieve this target. Recycling plastic materials is crucial in this context. In addition, increased plastics recycling will contribute to the reduction of Europe’s dependence on fossil fuel imports and CO₂ emissions.
Regarding packaging, many currently available structures are not recyclable in existing recycling plants. However, it has been proven that their recyclability is technically feasible. This is particularly challenging for multi-layer packaging. Developing recyclable structures requires a combination of redesigning and innovating business models, materials, packaging design, and recycling technologies.
Recycled
Using recycled material instead of virgin material significantly reduces the carbon footprint of plastic products and provides economic savings on raw materials.
In general, utilizing recycled plastic has a smaller environmental impact compared to using virgin materials. This shift aligns with the fundamental concept of the Circular Economy, where waste is transformed into new resources. . A challenge and opportunity for the packaging sector is the incorporation of recycled plastic in materials that come into contact with food. The implementation of the plastic tax on non-reusable packaging from January 2023 has incentivized the adoption of recycled plastic in such packaging.
Furthermore, other industries like automotive are also beginning to demand the incorporation of recycled materials in plastic components.
NUREL offers the possibility of incorporating recycled polymers into their products through mass balance (via ISSC Plus certification) or physical segregation. We have the capability to reprocess our own internal waste as well as post-industrial waste from clients or other sources.
Recycled
Using recycled material instead of virgin material significantly reduces the carbon footprint of plastic products and provides economic savings on raw materials.
In general, utilizing recycled plastic has a smaller environmental impact compared to using virgin materials. This shift aligns with the fundamental concept of the Circular Economy, where waste is transformed into new resources. . A challenge and opportunity for the packaging sector is the incorporation of recycled plastic in materials that come into contact with food. The implementation of the plastic tax on non-reusable packaging from January 2023 has incentivized the adoption of recycled plastic in such packaging.
Furthermore, other industries like automotive are also beginning to demand the incorporation of recycled materials in plastic components.
NUREL offers the possibility of incorporating recycled polymers into their products through mass balance (via ISSC Plus certification) or physical segregation. We have the capability to reprocess our own internal waste as well as post-industrial waste from clients or other sources.
Carbon footprint
Global warming is a significant environmental issue related to greenhouse gas emissions.
The European Union has implemented a package of measures focused on climate and renewable energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, increase the use of renewable energies, and improve energy efficiency.
NUREL is committed to minimizing its carbon footprint and promoting sustainability throughout its operations. We have implemented various measures to reduce our environmental impact and optimize resource efficiency. These include:
• Energy Efficiency
Renewable Energy
Material Replacement
Zero waste policy
Eco-design
Life Cycle Assessments
By implementing these measures and continuously striving for sustainability, NUREL aims to minimize its carbon footprint and contribute to a more environmentally responsible industry.
End of life cycle
The product life cycle encompasses the entire process from raw material acquisition, production, distribution, and use to the eventual disposal of products as waste. This includes all transportation of raw materials, as well as the packaging used and its transformation processes.
Regarding the end of life of the parts or packaging manufactured from its products, NUREL offers different products that stand out for their sustainability when it comes to waste management, such as INZEA compostable plastics, which are characterised by their capacity to biodegrade in domestic or industrial composting conditions.
End of life cycle
The product life cycle encompasses the entire process from raw material acquisition, production, distribution, and use to the eventual disposal of products as waste. This includes all transportation of raw materials, as well as the packaging used and its transformation processes.
Regarding the end of life of the parts or packaging manufactured from its products, NUREL offers different products that stand out for their sustainability when it comes to waste management, such as INZEA compostable plastics, which are characterised by their capacity to biodegrade in domestic or industrial composting conditions.
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