TRANSFORMing single use plastic waste into additive manufacturing and intrusion-extrusion moulding feedstocks and creating a new Circular Economy model for NEW
Introducing the Navigation Tool! This tool guides you through the findings of the TRANSFORM-CE project. The information in the tool will help organisations along the value chain with the uptake of recycled materials, using IEM and AM technologies. https://t.co/Cw6DxQCMWw
Read our 13th case study about Badger Energy Ltd. By redesigning the fascia they can improve the circularity of their product by using recycled plastic from waste materials, improving material efficiency, and engaging with local manufacturing services. https://t.co/lytSVNboin
TRANSFORM-CE is pleased to offer educational programs for primary and secondary schools to learn about the recovery, treatment and recycling of plastic waste. Through these programs schools get the opportunity to use the materials about plastic recycling. https://t.co/FgJrC5kvWf
Read our 12th business support case study about Aquacheck Engeneering Ltd. This case study has highlighted the agility and speed at which AM technologies can be used to design, develop, and prototype products. Read the full report at: https://t.co/Y3oVi85JQB. @interreg_nwe
On December 14th the Transform-CE project was promoted as part of the UNESCO project school to sustainable study. There was a lively interest among the visitors, as plastic recycling as well as climate and environmental protection are interesting topics for pupils.
Read our 11th business case study about Bicloo Upcycling. The strength of the model of Bicloo is the will to make a difference by diverting material that is considered as a useless waste form incineration and offering it a second use life. Read more at: https://t.co/mInwdEqWsq
Good to know! Spanish plastic packaging tax has been launched 1 January 2023. The tax will be applied to any single use packaging defined as presenting, containing, protecting, handling, or distributing goods. Read the whole article: https://t.co/wrMJuAe4Mf @INTERREG_NWE
Reading tip! This report gives an overview of the regional waste streams containing single use plastics in the project regions and provides clarity over the potential supply of single use plastic waste for the TRANSFORM-CE demonstration plants. https://t.co/zv5PFZ4PVt
Happy holidays from all of the partners of TRANSFORM-CE! Thank you to all of our collaborators and stakeholders that have contributed towards our important work, establishing a #CircularEconomy for single use plastic waste. @INTERREG_NWE#circulareconomy#singleuseplastic
Reading tip! As the year draws to a close and we prepare for the festive season, it’s time to take a look at the most significant waste and recycling news of 2022. From shocking studies to groundbreaking technologies and promising headlines. Read more: https://t.co/cVApbSqex4.
Read our 10th business case study about Bel Albatros, based in Belgium. A strong aspect in the model of Bel Albatros is to produce at a local scale 100% recyclable products with 100% recycled material. Read more at: https://t.co/Rn8sfKESul @INTERREG_NWE
Good to know! The European Commission set to announce proposals to reduce packaging waste, with new targets for recycled content in plastic drinks bottles and for takeaway cup reuse and the reuse of packages used for online deliveries. https://t.co/wCYdgQpQfm
SNEAK PEAK! This week we are filming at the Green Plastic Factory. These films are going to be used for the educational programs for primary and secondary schools. @INTERREG_NWE
Congratulation! Project partner @saveplastics won the first Expedition Award. The prize will be used to set up a tour for schools in Flevoland and prepare young people for a future of circularity and re-use of plastic waste. More info? https://t.co/1K5O9txH1G @INTERREG_NWE
Read our report on waste volume analysis. The aim is to provide analysis of the crucial factors that affect the future volume of plastic feedstock available for AM and IEM manufacturing uses. Read the report here: https://t.co/gHQKYdoaBI #circulaeconomy#singleuseplastic
Reading tip! An article from the Ellen MacArtur foundation: Corporate plastic recycling and reuse targets are unlikely to be met. Transform-ce is working with businesses to make plastic recycling possible.
https://t.co/tArprPZnrg @interreg_nwe#circulareconomy#singleuseplastic