Recycled Plastics Senior Editor ICIS Houston, Texas, United States
To tackle plastic waste and foster a truly circular economy, recycled plastics have emerged as a crucial component of the sustainable solution, but there has been a tidal wave of confusion and misinformation on the process plastics recycling. In this session, you'll gain insights into the fundamentals of the global and U.S. recycled plastic markets, set against the backdrop of growing sustainability goals from consumer goods companies and evolving government regulations. Beyond market trends, you'll also explore how, as an end consumer, you can play a vital role in shaping both the supply and demand for recycled plastics through mindful consumer choices and a deeper understanding of plastic collection and recycling processes, including mechanical and chemical methods.
Learning Objectives:
Advocate for recycled plastics as necessary for the circular economy.
Effectively recycle plastics in their local municipality.
Support other materials, sustainable solutions serving the circular economy.