Lego backs down on plan to make bricks from recycled bottles - Aldi trials digital watermarking tech - New injection moulding machine for fibre packs
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According to the?Financial Times, Lego has reversed its decision to manufacture bricks from recycled plastic bottles, reporting that it has not reduced carbon emissions in comparison to virgin plastics made from crude oil.
In the third phase of the HolyGrail 2.0 initiative, Aldi Nord and the Aldi South Group are implementing watermark technology into their packaging; this is hoped to improve sorting in waste facilities
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PulPac is launching the PulPac Scala, a new machine platform combining its Mill-to-Web fibre unit with injection moulding technology, in the hopes of increasing the accessibility of Dry Molded Fiber worldwide.
Consumers are turning to private label products due to the sustainability claims on their packaging, according to a new study by Amcor – with price, minimized packaging, and locally sourced, ‘cleaner’ ingredients also identified as reasons to buy.
Alena Maran, Director, Strategy & Sustainability for Avery Dennison LPM, looks at the emerging challenges facing the industry
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1 年I wholeheartedly agree with the LEGO Group decision to switch to recycled ABS instead of recycled PET. This choice aligns with a holistic approach to sustainability. Firstly, it addresses the social aspect by creating jobs in the collection, segregation, and recycling of ABS waste. This not only reduces unemployment but also fosters a sense of responsibility within communities. Secondly, from an environmental perspective, using ABS minimizes the need for retooling injection molding machines and molds, reducing resource consumption and energy usage. This efficiency is crucial in our journey towards a greener future. Lastly, as PET recycling gains momentum, it's essential to diversify our efforts by prioritizing the recycling of other polymer waste, like ABS. This diversification fosters a circular economy and reduces our dependence on finite resources. Overall, The LEGO Group's decision is a commendable step towards social, environmental, and economic sustainability, setting an example for the industry to follow.