Polycarbonate roofing panels are lightweight, durable, and built to last. That's another example of plastics shaping more efficient buildings! #PlasticInnovation#SavePlastics
Plastics can make up 50% of your car but under 10% of its weight. Lighter cars = better fuel efficiency, driving Canada towards the circular future! #SavePlastic
Plastics strengthen Canada’s towns and cities.Think rust-free pipes, efficient insulation, and durable windows that save resources, cut costs, and lead to smarter construction. #SavePlastics
Plastics shape our cities in ways we often don’t notice. Pipes, insulation, windows + roofing all rely on plastics to boost durability, efficiency + comfort. Follow along as we highlight how plastics keep Canada’s cities running. #SavePlastics
Biorecyclable plastics from Midori Bio:
✔ Break down in real-world conditions to be converted into renewable energy
✔ Low-impact GHG pathway
We need innovative technologies like Midori to solve our waste challenges!
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Headphones, wind turbines, bullet-proof vests. What do these have in common? They're all powered by plastics!
Find more ways plastics support our modern world. Learn more 👉 https://t.co/c9krXi64qb
Des plastiques dans l'espace? Oui! Les pièces légères permettent d'économiser du carburant au lancement, les polymères durables protègent les astronautes et leur équipement, et les outils en plastique imprimés en 3D permettent de poursuivre les missions. #PlastiquesInattendus
Plastics in space? Yep. Lightweight parts save launch fuel, durable polymers protect astronauts & gear, and 3D‑printed plastic tools keep missions going. #PlasticsUnexpected#SpaceTech#MaterialsMatter
Not all heroes wear capes — some protect you every time you drive.
From airbags to impact-absorbing panels, plastics are critical to car safety features that save lives.
What’s the most surprising way plastics keep us safe?
#PlasticsUnexpected#AutomotiveInnovation
Agriculteurs canadiens = économie circulaire. @Cleanfarms /AgriRÉCUP : plastiques agricoles usés = tuyaux, bâches, etc. Initiative largement volontaire de producteurs avec soutien de sites de collecte a ramassé près de 97 M kg jusqu'à présent. https://t.co/J9HSjmpD5F
Canadian farmers are growing a circular economy. @Cleanfarms /AgriRÉCUP shows how used ag plastics can become drain tile, sheeting & more. Nearly 97M kg collected so far in this largely voluntary, producer-led program with collection site support.
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À quoi ressemble une économie circulaire pour les plastiques? Le Groupe d’action plastiques
circulaires montre la voie en contribuant à une économie plus circulaire pour les plastiques au
Canada. Pour en savoir plus, rendez-vous sur https://t.co/whpoRapH79 #PlastiquesCirculaires
What does a truly circular plastics system look like? The Circular Plastics Taskforce is showing the way — contributing to a more circular plastics economy in Canada. Learn more at https://t.co/whpoRapH79 #CircularPlastics
Producer-funded. Producer-managed. See how the @RecycleBC program is improving the scale and efficiency of recycling programs, keeping more materials out of landfills and supporting a circular economy. Watch the video and learn more at https://t.co/nN7Lh2yTTw #RecycleBC
Present in wraps and films, tubing and pipes, meet the Multi-Tasking Maestro: Polyethylene — a versatile plastic that’s part of countless products. #MeetYourPlastics#SavePlastic#PlasticEducation