PLASTICS in the News
10/26/21
Recycling Product News
Plastics have smaller environmental impact than alternatives, according to industry association
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) has published a report that analyzes scientific data on the environmental impacts of plastics and finds plastics to be more sustainable than alternative materials when life cycle assessments are taken into consideration. "Too often we see groups criticize plastics using unscientific information. The report released today summarizes what data has indicated for years: plastic is lighter and more durable than alternatives, and it has a smaller environmental footprint," said Tony Radoszewski, President & CEO of PLASTICS.
Source: https://www.recyclingproductnews.com/article/37533/plastics-have-smaller-environmental-impact-than-alternatives-according-to-industry-association
10/26/21
Plastics News
Industry group sees ‘lukewarm' support for resin tax in Washington
Tony Radoszewski, the CEO of the Plastics Industry Association, said at an Oct. 26 online conference that he did not see a lot of support in Congress for the resin tax legislation, known as the Reduce Act. "We're not sure how much support there is for this bill," said Radoszewski, speaking at the online Global Plastics Summit. "Our activity on Capitol Hill indicates that outside of Sen. Whitehouse, it's getting kind of lukewarm support."
Source: https://www.plasticsnews.com/news/industry-group-sees-lukewarm-support-resin-tax-dc
10/14/21
PET Planet
U.S. plastics industry trade improves in 2021 after 2020 pandemic slump
The Plastics Industry Association released its annual Global Trends report at the 27th Fakuma International trade fair for plastics processing. The report, which analyses trade data from all of 2020 and the first six months of 2021, paints a complex but promising portrait of the U.S. plastics industry in the international market.
Source: https://www.hbmedia.info/petplanet/2021/10/14/u-s-plastics-industry-trade-improves-in-2021-after-2020-pandemic-slump/
10/08/21
MRC Plast
Plastics industry asked US Congress to drop tax on virgin plastic
The Plastics Industry Association on behalf of 67 companies urged US Congress to drop the inclusion of a 20 cent/lb tax on virgin plastic resin in the USD3.5tr budget reconciliation package, said the organization. In the letter sent to both chambers of Congress, major plastic producers raised concerns about increased costs to the entire plastic industry chain and reduced US manufacturing competitiveness. Among the companies signing the letter were Chevron Phillips, Eastman, Epsilyte, ExxonMobil, Formosa, LyondellBasell, NOVA Chemicals, SABIC, Shell and Westlake Chemical.
09/27/21
Plastics Today
PLASTICS Urges Industry to Voice Opposition to Virgin Resin Tax
Calling this an “all-hands-on-deck moment,” Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) President and CEO Tony Radoszewski is urging members of the plastics industry to voice their opposition to the 20-cent-per-pound tax on virgin resin that is bouncing around Congress. PLASTICS has set up a web page that will allow anti-taxers to send a message via email to their senators and member of Congress in a few quick clicks.
Source: https://www.plasticstoday.com/legislation-regulations/plastics-urges-industry-voice-opposition-virgin-resin-tax
09/24/21
Waste 360
PLASTICS releases 2021 Size & Impact Report indicates continued growth
Despite a widespread movement to lower the production and use of plastics, demand for the material shows no signs of slowing down. The Plastic Industry Association's 2021 Size and Impact Report, which is released on an annual basis, provides a reference in terms of data on employment, capital expenditures, shipments and other specialized figures. "The plastics manufacturing industry has grown faster than any other manufacturing industry," said Dr. Perc Pineda, economist, Plastics Industry Association.
Source: https://www.waste360.com/plastics/plastics-manufacturing-employment-outpaces-us-manufacturing
09/23/21
Material Handling Wholesaler
PLASTICS announces sponsorship of MFG Day 2021
The Manufacturing Institute announced the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) as an Industry Sponsor of MFG Day 2021. “Manufacturing Day is an incredible opportunity for plastics companies to literally open their doors and show people the tremendous career opportunities in the manufacturing industry,” said Tony Radoszewski, president & CEO of PLASTICS.“PLASTICS is proud to be an Industry Sponsor of MFG Day 2021."
Source: https://www.mhwmag.com/shifting-gears/plastics-announces-sponsorship-of-mfg-day-2021/
09/21/21
Plastics News
After a decline in 2020, US plastics industry showing growth in 2021
The U.S. plastics industry is expected to show growth in 2021 after a pandemic-related decline in 2020. U.S. plastics shipments are on track to grow 2.2 percent in 2021, according to Perc Pineda, chief economist with the Plastics Industry Association in Washington. Pineda spoke Sept. 21 during a webinar announcing the release of the association's annual Size & Impact Report. By comparison, shipments had declined 0.9 percent — to $394.7 billion — in 2020.
Source: https://www.plasticsnews.com/news/after-decline-2020-us-plastics-industry-showing-growth-2021
09/20/21
Times News (Kingsport, Tenn.)
Eastman earns 2021 Innovations in Bioplastics Award
The Plastics Industry Association Bioplastics Division named Eastman as the winner of the 2021 Innovations in Bioplastics Award. According to a press release announcing the award, Eastman was recognized for its cellulose-based compostable material, Aventa Renew, which was created to help with food service sustainability and food packaging.
Source: https://www.timesnews.net/news/eastman-earns-2021-innovations-in-bioplastics-award/article_f35421e8-17f3-11ec-9c7c-3b6070aac7e3.html
09/07/21
Waste Advantage Magazine
PLASTICS Chief Economist Featured Speaker at 19th Annual Carpet Recycling Conference
The Plastics Industry Association’s (PLASTICS) Chief Economist, Perc Pineda, PhD kicked off this year’s Carpet America Recovery Effort (CARE) annual meeting by sharing wide-ranging economic analysis spanning global growth projections to data specific to the carpet sector. CARE’s mission is to advance market-based solutions that increase landfill diversion and recycling of post-consumer carpet, encourage design for recyclability.
Source: https://wasteadvantagemag.com/plastics-chief-economist-featured-speaker-at-19th-annual-carpet-recycling-conference/
09/07/21
Plastics Today
Supply Chain Shortages a Drag on Plastics Processing Equipment Shipments
Supply chain–induced shortages are holding back shipments of primary plastics processing machinery, which saw a decrease for the second consecutive quarter, the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) announced today
Source: https://www.plasticstoday.com/injection-molding/supply-chain-shortages-drag-plastics-processing-equipment-shipments
08/13/21
Plastics Machinery & Manufacturing
PLASTICS: How inflation could affect economic recovery
Article by Perc Pineda, Ph.D., Chief Economist of PLASTICS on how the world is still recovering from the pandemic, and how the effects of various financial factors are still unclear.
Source: https://www.plasticsmachinerymanufacturing.com/features/article/21232204/plastics-how-inflation-could-affect-economic-recovery
08/10/21
Industry Today
Survey of Plastics Industry Indicates Broad Optimism
Today, the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS), the only industry group with membership throughout the entire plastics supply chain, announced its Plastics Industry Annual Business Outlook. Results of the annual survey indicate a strong sense of optimism for the industry over the next 6-12 months. “While it’s essentially a snapshot in time, the result indicates a positive outlook for the plastics industry and for the entire domestic economy. Trade outlook with Mexico and Canada is also positive” said Perc Pineda, Ph.D., Chief Economist of PLASTICS. “As those in this industry are aware, the plastics supply chain is fairly complicated with many different segments. Our Plastics Industry Annual Business Outlook is helpful in capturing the sentiments of the entire industry to provide a complete picture.”
Source: https://industrytoday.com/survey-of-plastics-industry-indicates-broad-optimism/
08/10/21
Textile World
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) Releases Statement After Senate Passes $1.2 Trillion Infrastructure Legislation
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) released the following statement from President and CEO Tony Radoszewski after the U.S. Senate passed a $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill: “PLASTICS applauds the Senate passage of a $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure package, which includes key provisions to enhance waste management and replace aging lead pipes with plastic pipes."
Source: https://www.textileworld.com/textile-world/2021/08/the-plastics-industry-association-plastics-releases-statement-after-senate-passes-1-2-trillion-infrastructure-legislation/
08/03/21
Scripps National News
Plastic shortage further impacting supply chain
Demand for plastic surged at the start of the pandemic. Now, the industry is facing a shortage that's contributing to the hold up in the supply chain. Features an intervewi with Perc Pineda, Chief Economist for PLASTICS.
07/28/21
Plastics Infomart
Plastics Academy Announces Inductees to Prestigious Plastics Hall of Fame
Jay Gardiner, President of the Plastics Academy, today announced the 2021 inductees to the *Plastics Hall of Fame* Ten leaders of the plastics industry will be officially inducted on October 7, 2021, during a ceremony at the Plastics Industry Association’s (PLASTICS) annual Fall Meeting. The ceremony will also include the induction of the Hall’s six-member 2020 Posthumous Class, which has been delayed several times during the pandemic. This year’s gala event will take place at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Chicago, Illinois.
07/28/21
PET Planet
“The long-term trend is upward”
As President & CEO of the Plastics Industry Association, Tony Radoszewski experienced first-hand the light and dark sides that the pandemic had in store for the US plastics industry. In our interview, he reports on the advantages that the material was able to demonstrate for the health sector, but also on the adverse effects that the pandemic had on the recycling market.
Source: https://www.hbmedia.info/petplanet/2021/07/28/the-long-term-trend-is-upward/
07/13/21
Plastics Machinery & Manufacturing
Plastics industry is hiring, but skills gap remains
By Perc Pineda, PLASTICS Chief Economist / The plastics industry employed over a million workers in 2019. When considering the employees in upstream industry suppliers to the plastics industry, total employees increase to 1.5 million. Between 2012 and 2019, employment in plastics manufacturing rose 1.6 percent — higher than the 1 percent increase in all of U.S. manufacturing. While our industry experienced faster employment growth compared to the total manufacturing of the economy, a tight labor supply — particularly skilled workers — has been an ongoing issue.
07/06/21
Material Handling Network
Plastics Machinery Shipments: Typical Slower First Quarter but Poised for Growth
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) announced today shipments of primary plastics machinery (injection molding and extrusion) in North America came in lower in First Quarter 2021 than Fourth Quarter 2020. Shipments decreased following three consecutive quarters of growth, according to statistics compiled and reported by PLASTIC’s Committee on Equipment Statistics (CES).
07/05/21
Washington Examiner
I'm a plastics industry CEO. We have a responsibility for plastic waste
By Tony Radoszewski, PLASTICS President and CEO / The world is not ending, but we do have a plastic waste problem. And the plastics industry has a significant responsibility in solving it.As a society, we’re at a crossroads. We can, like Maine and Oregon, pursue activist-driven, partisan policies that are actually detrimental to the environment in the long run. Or we can have a serious, bipartisan policy discussion about real, sustainable solutions. We live longer, healthier, and better lives because of plastic. However, as the world discovers new uses for plastic every day, production has far outpaced our ability to reuse or recycle it. Valuable material ends up in landfills or the environment. That’s unacceptable. It’s also solvable.
07/01/21
BIC Magazine
PLASTICS’ Radoszewski: There’s no substitute for plastics
Plastic helps power homes, keep food safe to eat, strengthen roads and bridges, and make cars more fuel efficient. Its countless medical applications have also dramatically improved health and extended life expectancy. "Plastics literally save lives," said Tony Radoszewski, president and CEO of the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS).
Source: https://www.bicmagazine.com/magazine/plastics-radoszewski-theres-no-substitute-for-plastics/
06/29/21
Design News
Plastics Industry Must Speak with United Voice to Counter Anti-Plastics Messaging
Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) President and CEO Tony Radoszewski didn’t mince words during a presentation at Virtual Engineering Days. The plastics industry has a “target on its back,” he told attendees. “Some people are trying to put us out of business,” and industry has to push back with a “united voice.” He was joined by PLASTICS Chief Economist Perc Pineda, who delivered an upbeat economic assessment of the industry in a post-pandemic landscape.
06/24/21
Plastics in Packaging
Californian labelling bill will increase landfilling: PLASTICS
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) in the US has testified against a Californian labelling bill that it claims will set recycling back. Citing concerns with the bill SB 343, Shannon Crawford, director for state governor affairs at PLASTICS, believes that it will result in extensive negative environmental outcomes because, although unintended, it will lead to more materials going to landfill and reduced recycling.
Source: https://plasticsinpackaging.com/californian-labelling-bill-will-increase-landfilling-plastics/
06/21/21
Plastics Machinery & Manufacturing
PLASTICS: Machinery Shipments Drop for First Quarter of 2021
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) announced that while shipments of primary plastics machinery, which includes injection molding and extrusion, dropped 11.1 percent from the fourth quarter of 2020 to the first quarter of 2021, that is part of a typical trend over time, and compared to the first quarter of 2020, shipments were up 31.9 percent.
06/16/21
American Recycler
Recycling Plastic Bumpers Could Prevent Millions of Pounds of Waste Every Year
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) and Pennsylvania plastics recycler Ultra-Poly Corporation have successfully tested a process to collect and recycle plastic automobile bumper covers. According to a case study, the process could divert approximately one million pounds of plastic from landfills annually. The study also found the recycled material displays 85 percent to 90 percent of the flexibility and elasticity found in virgin material, making it ideal for numerous end-product uses.
06/11/21
Recycling Product News
Strong PET demand will eventually find its supply
By Perc Pineda, Ph.D., PLASTICS' Chief Economist—Despite the fundamental strengths of PET, COVID-19 introduced unforeseen volatility to consumer behaviour across the economy. Production of common consumer goods responded accordingly. By extension, this disruption impacted PET resin demand. It is expected that production will rebound as facilities return to higher capacity and new facilities come online. As such, PLASTICS' recent forecast calls for total resin production in the U.S. to increase by 4.0 percent this year.
Source: https://www.recyclingproductnews.com/article/36685/strong-pet-demand-will-eventually-find-its-supply
06/11/21
Plastics News
As Plastics Group Holds Virtual DC Fly-in, Green Issues Remain Tops
the Plastics Industry Association returned June 7 for its first executive lobbying day in Washington since the pandemic started. Executives from 45 plastics firms joined 65 video calls with lawmakers and their staffs to make the case for their political priorities.
Source: https://www.plasticsnews.com/news/plastics-group-holds-virtual-dc-fly-green-issues-remain-tops
06/8/21
Waste Advantage Magazine
PLASTICS Applauds CA State Assembly for Recognizing Importance of Plastic Packaging
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) released a statement after AB 1371 was voted down on the floor of the California State Assembly. The legislation currently has no viable path forward during the current legislative session. AB 1371 would prohibit online retailers from using single-use plastic packaging such as shipping envelopes, cushioning, packaging foam, and bubble wrap in the transport of products to consumers.
06/8/21
Plastics and Rubber Asia
Building Sector: Building Up an Ecological Balancing Act
A project by US-headquartered Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) and the National Centre for Asphalt Technology (NCAT) affirm that recycled materials using waste plastics are viable in asphalt formulation. Its New End Market Opportunities (NEMO) for Film Asphalt Project focused on recycled polyethylene (rPE) film recovered from retail locations asserts that can provide the same benefits as that of traditional polymer-modified asphalt formulations. PLASTICS and NCAT embarked on the NEMO project. Extensive testing shows that the benefits from rPE asphalt formulation include improved performance, decreased cost, and increased lifespan of asphalt.
06/2/21
Waste Today
DOE Invests $14.5M in Plastics Recycling R&D
The Plastics Industry Association (Plastics) has expressed its support of the DOE’s plans to provide $14.5 million in funding through the Plastics Innovation Challenge. “We’re very encouraged to see the Biden Administration recognize the importance of recycling infrastructure to a sustainable, circular economy,” says Tony Radoszewski, Plastics president and CEO. “Plastics are at the center of life in the 21st century. We all enjoy their benefits every day. The Plastics Innovation Challenge will help us all to enjoy those many benefits with greater confidence about the effect we’re having on the environment. This is a great first step and the plastics industry will continue to work with the Biden administration and Congress to ensure that continued investment in America’s recycling infrastructure is included in any upcoming federal infrastructure package.”
05/25/21
Plastics Today
Five for Sustainability Saluted by Plastics Industry Association
A flat plastic wine bottle, composite material with a taste for coffee, and digital recycling “passport” have been singled out as this year’s most innovative products advancing sustainability by the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS). The 2021 Re|focus Sustainability Innovation Awards recognize “environmental advances in product design, sustainable materials, and end-of-life recovery of plastics,” said PLASTICS in announcing the winners.
05/20/21
Material Handling Wholesaler
Local Employers Receive National Recognition, Awards at PLASTICS 2021 Spring Meeting
The PLASTICS Industry Association (PLASTICS) this week announced the winners of its first annual PLASTICS Member Engagement Awards as part of the association’s 2021 Spring Meeting. The meeting gathered plastics experts from across America to share best practices, hear from industry and government leaders and gain valuable insights from PLASTICS specialists on economics and government affairs.
05/19/21
Plastics Machinery & Manufacturing
PLASTICS Responds to Report on Plastic Waste
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) issued its response to a report from the Australia-based Minderoo Foundation titled “The Plastic Waste Makers Index.” PLASTICS said that the report is biased, and the organization that published it is funded in part by one of the world’s largest suppliers of iron ore.
05/18/21
Plastics in Packaging
Plastics Waste Report Misleading Claim U.S. Associations
A report that identifies 20 companies as the source of half of all single-use plastics thrown away globally, has been rubbished by the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) and the American Chemistry Council (ACC). Responding to the report, PLASTICS said: “This biased study – funded by the iron ore industry – simply does not pass the smell test. Objective study after objective study has made clear that plastic has lower greenhouse gas emissions.”
Source: https://plasticsinpackaging.com/plastics-waste-report-misleading-claim-us-associations/
05/13/21
Plastics Machinery & Manufacturing
PLASTICS Responds to Canadian Proposal to Declare Plastics Toxic
Tony Radoszewski, President and CEO of the U.S. based Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS), has warned that false labeling could have devasting effects on cross-border trade, jobs in the U.S. and Canada, and working people depending on plastics for safety, convenience, and affordability. The warning follows the Canadian government's continued push this spring to label plastic as a "toxic" material, recently publishing an order-in-council in the Canada Gazette Part II, that Radoszewski says opens the door for the creation of rules that will officially ban certain types of plastic products.
05/13/21
Recycling Product News
Canadian Government's "Toxic" Label for Plastic Misguided According to PLASTICS
Tony Radoszewski, President and CEO of the U.S. based Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS), has warned that false labeling could have devasting effects on cross-border trade, jobs in the U.S. and Canada, and working people depending on plastics for safety, convenience, and affordability. The warning follows the Canadian government's continued push this spring to label plastic as a "toxic" material, recently publishing an order-in-council in the Canada Gazette Part II, that Radoszewski says opens the door for the creation of rules that will officially ban certain types of plastic products.
05/10/21
Plastics News
No "Lapse of Reason" for Royce
When Wylie Royce was announced as one of the nominees for the 2020 Plastics Hall of Fame, he joked the Plastics Academy had a "momentary lapse of reason." Royce, a Hofstra University graduate with a major in business and minor in engineering, is well known in the plastics color concentrates sector, is celebrating nearly 45 years in the plastics business.
Source: https://www.plasticsnews.com/news/no-lapse-reason-royce
05/10/21
Plastics Machinery & Manufacturing
NEMO Playing a Critical Role in Plastics Industry’s Future
NEMO projects tackle the logistical or technical challenges of plastics recycling. PLASTICS sets the agenda and brings together companies inside and outside of the plastics industry, universities and even other trade organizations interested in solving roadblocks to recycling. Companies do not have to be members of PLASTICS to participate. “This is the open-idea ethos of the program,” he said. “We share these things and the industry itself will continue to grow.”
04/29/21
Plastics Machinery & Manufacturing
Michigan Ends Requirement for Jam Bars on Horizontal Presses
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) began the process of formally requesting Michigan to amend its requirement in July 2017, saying that, as the industry had embraced more modern safety mechanisms, jam bars had become redundant in horizontal machines. Under the rule change, jam bars are no longer a requirement but remain an option. “I can say we have had a really good working relationship with MIOSHA,” said Marie Gargas, senior technical director of regulatory affairs for PLASTICS. “For example, they were very receptive to the results of the risk assessment, wanted to understand the issues and were responsive in initiating this formal rulemaking process.”
04/26/21
Capital Public Radio
California Has A Recycling Problem
Matt Seaholm, vice president of government affairs for the Plastics Industry Association, says the state should focus on improving the recycling infrastructure, which would allow for more materials to be processed in the U.S.
Source: https://www.capradio.org/articles/2021/04/26/california-has-a-recycling-problem/
04/22/21
Canadian Plastics
New Plastics Industry Standards Released for Granulators, Strand Pelletizers and Dicers
Published by the Plastics Industry Association, the new safety standard updates and expands a 2004 standard. The new 47-page safety requirements are the result of a three-year collaboration among members of the association’s Machinery Safety Standards Committee, which the organization says represents “expertise from all corners of the plastics industry.”
04/20/21
Plastics Today
Plastics: Environmentally Friendly Before There Was Earth Day
Plastics have been saving the planet since before there was Earth Day, an annual event supporting environmental conservation. Today, plastic is as important as ever to protecting the environment. By Tony Radoszewski, President and CEO, Plastics Industry Association.
04/15/21
The Hill
Industry Groups Want Greater Focus on Recycling in Infrastructure Package
Industry leaders are criticizing aspects of President Biden’s $2.3 trillion infrastructure package, saying it doesn’t focus more on recycling as a way to bolster sustainability. The plastics industry is among some U.S. manufacturers who are gearing up to lobby lawmakers on the need to include more recycling components as Biden’s proposal makes its way through Congress. “We need further investment in recycling infrastructure to bring us closer to our shared goal of sustainability, but we are disappointed this was not made a priority,” said Tony Radoszewski, CEO of the Plastics Industry Association, in a statement.
04/14/21
Recycling Today
Plastics Industry Association Testifies on Proposed California Thermoformed Container Legislation
Shannon Crawford, the director of state government affairs at the Plastics Industry Association, Washington, testified before the California State Assembly Natural Resources Committee. In the remarks she prepared for delivery, Crawford writes that while the association's members “strongly support the use of recycled content” and that “legislating minimum requirements may be beneficial if done appropriately,” the association had some concerns regarding the legislation as proposed. “Unfortunately, our analysis indicates there will not be sufficient recycled content to meet the mandates of this legislation.”
04/07/21
Waste Advantage Magazine
PLASTICS Publishes Highly-Anticipated Guidance for Food Packaging
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) announced industry guidance to ensure recycled plastic packaging meets and exceeds compliance requirements to several U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations related to food-contact materials (FCM). The guidance document was developed over an extensive two-year process that combined association member companies’ unique industry insight with PLASTICS’ regulatory expertise.
Source: https://wasteadvantagemag.com/plastics-publishes-highly-anticipated-guidance-for-food-packaging/
04/06/21
Polymer Update
RECOVER Act Receives Strong Industry Backing
Industry leaders are criticizing aspects of President Biden’s $2.3 trillion infrastructure package, saying it doesn’t focus more on recycling as a way to bolster sustainability. The plastics industry is among some U.S. manufacturers who are gearing up to lobby lawmakers on the need to include more recycling components as Biden’s proposal makes its way through Congress.
Source: https://www.polymerupdate.com/news/press-release-details.aspx?id=20991
04/06/2021
Plastics Technology
PLASTICS Releases New Safety Standard for Robotics and Injection Molding
The Plastics Industry Association’s (PLASTICS) Machinery Safety Standards Committee published a new American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited safety standard. The new standard establishes guidelines for the design, implementation, set-up, operation, maintenance and modification of robots in use with injection molding machine systems.
04/2021
American Recycler
Recycling Plastic Bumpers Could Prevent Millions of Pounds of Waste Every Year
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) and Pennsylvania plastics recycler Ultra-Poly Corporation have successfully tested a process to collect and recycle plastic automobile bumper covers. According to a case study, the process could divert approximately one million pounds of plastic from landfills annually.
03/25/2021
Plastics Today
Anti-Plastics Bill Would ‘Devastate’ Manufacturing, US Economy, According to Plastics Industry Association
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) also announced its strong opposition to the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act. “This legislation would be absolutely devastating to manufacturing jobs and America’s overall economy just as we begin to rebound from the effects of COVID-19,” said PLASTICS President and CEO Tony Radoszewski. “This bill is a direct threat to the nearly one million men and women who work in the domestic plastics industry. Additionally, this misguided legislation could have the unintended consequence of leading to an increase in greenhouse gas emissions.”
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12/4/2020
Plastics Technology
PLASTICS Creates Carteaux Award to Honor 'Outstanding Plastics Professionals'
At NPE2021: The Plastics Show, PLASTICS will present its inaugural William R. Carteaux Leadership Award to an industry professional who has achieved distinction working for the betterment of the plastics industry.
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11/15/2020
Recycling Today
Commentary: Plastic bags into parking lots—it’s possible
PLASTICS' New End Market Opportunities (NEMO) project recently recycled the equivalent of 71,000 retail shopping bags to pave a parking lot at LyondellBasell's Technology Center.
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10/2/2020
European Tool & Mould Making Magazine
Plastics responds to ‘Save our Seas 2.0 Act’
PLASTICS President & CEO Tony Radoszewski issued the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act: “We applaud the U.S. House of Representatives for passing the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act. It is a testament to the bipartisan agreement that we all need to do more to protect our oceans…” The full statement is linked here: https://www.plasticsindustry.org/article/plastics-responds-save-our-seas-20-act
Source: https://www.etmm-online.com/plastics-responds-to-save-our-seas-20-act-a-968567/
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9/10/2020
Plastics News
Perspective: Plastics Industry Association CEO: Plastic saves lives
PLASTICS President and CEO Tony Radoszewski advocates for the plastics industry and highlights the life-saving properties of plastic products and industry innovation in this Plastics News op-ed. “Our members are funding scientific research, recycling projects and nonprofit organizations cleaning up the environment. If only our most strident critics would channel their passion towards greater cooperation, as many environmental groups already do, we could achieve even greater progress. After the pandemic passes, Americans' preference for safe, sanitary plastic will endure, and the plastics industry will be there to supply the products they need. And as our country rises again from difficult times, the plastics industry will be as critical to economic growth and job creation as it is to public health.”
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9/1/2020
Plastics Today
Plastics Machinery Shipments Increased in Second Quarter
North American shipments of primary plastics machinery increased in the second quarter, according to statistics compiled and reported by PLASTICS’ Committee on Equipment Statistics (CES). The preliminary estimated value of shipments from reporting companies totaled $263.4 million, a 4.0% increase over the first quarter of 2020 when shipments dropped 19.8% from the previous quarter.
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8/20/2020
Plastics News
Backyard compostable straw wins bioplastic award
PLASTICS announced the 2020 winning innovation of the annual Innovation In Bioplastics Award: a backyard compostable plastic straw from Danimer Scientific and WinCup. “‘Consumer demand continues to grow for innovative products that minimize environmental impacts while maintaining superior performance, and we needed an innovative material to meet that demand,’ said Brad Laporte, chief operating officer at WinCup. He called the PHA material a ‘big step to changing the future in single-use plastics.’”
Source: https://www.plasticsnews.com/news/backyard-compostable-straw-wins-bioplastic-award
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8/18/2020
American Shipper
KCS, NS and CN sign onto campaign to prevent plastic pellet spill
In 2020, railways, such as Norfolk Southern, Kansas City Southern and Canadian National Railway, signed onto and support Operation Clean Sweep (OCS). “The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) and the American Chemistry Council (ACC) several years ago developed a campaign called Operation Clean Sweep (OCS). The campaign seeks to reduce plastic pellet, flake and powder loss. The campaign is part of a broader global effort to address marine litter.”Source: https://www.freightwaves.com/news/kcs-ns-and-cn-sign-onto-campaign-to-prevent-plastic-pellet-spills
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8/14/2020
Railway Age
KCS Joins Operation Clean Sweep
Kansas City Southern railroad announced yesterday that it joined the global network of Operation Clean Sweep®, PLASTICS’ and American Chemistry Council’s Plastics Division’s campaign to reduce pellet, flake and powder loss for greater product stewardship and environmental protection. OCS reaches all aspects of the plastics industry and is being adopted globally through the Global Declaration of Solutions to Marine Litter.Source: https://www.railwayage.com/freight/class-i/kcs-joins-operation-clean-sweep/
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8/10/2020
Plastics News
Plastics industry safety record improving, but smaller firms lag
PLASTICS Senior Technical Director of Regulatory Affairs Marie Gargas is quoted in this article that details how injury and illness rates in plastics processing plants dropped approximately 20% in the last decade. “We facilitate the development of ANSI-accredited machinery standards and work with members, including smaller companies who may need more help, to share challenges, practices and resources. There's a tremendous amount of expertise and peer support in our industry.”Source: https://www.plasticsnews.com/news/plastics-industry-safety-record-improving-smaller-firms-lag
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7/8/2020
Plastics Today
Industry Association CEO Testifies in Congress on Plastic's Life-Saving Role During Pandemic
PLASTICS President and CEO Tony Radoszewski defended the plastics industry in a virtual Congress briefing titled, “Plastic Production, Pollution and Waste in the Time of COVID-19: The Life-Threatening Impact of Single-Use Plastic on Human Health.” “‘Plastic is one of the most advanced and useful materials humanity ever created, contributing to longer, healthier lives for people across the globe. Without it, disease and hunger would be more common, not less,’ Radoszewski told the subcommittee, emphasizing the importance of single-use plastics and underscoring the conflict between environmental groups seeking to ban hygienic single-use items and public health officials recommending them to help Americans protect themselves.” -
7/6/2020
Plastics Recycling Update
Study finds benefits to using recycled film in asphalt
A recent study released by PLASTICS indicates that asphalt formulations using recycled polyethylene (rPE) film recovered from retail locations could achieve many of the same benefits of traditional polymer-modified asphalt formulations. “Based on the lab-scale research, the Plastics Industry Association is now working with several companies to use a recycled-PE binder in asphalt on privately funded roadways and parking lots, according to the release.” -
6/17/2020
Recycling Today
Plastics releases results from asphalt research project
PLASTICS released the New End Market Opportunities (NEMO) for Film Asphalt Project report in partnership with the National Center for Asphalt Technology (NCAT). Extensive testing shows that a new asphalt formulation using recycled polyethylene (rPE) film recovered from retail locations could achieve many of the same benefits of traditional polymer-modified asphalt formulations, including improved performance, decreased cost, and increased lifespan of asphalt. “‘PLASTICS is proud to have worked with NCAT, and all of our project partners, to produce the most comprehensive set of data on the effects of rPE in asphalt. We’re making our research publicly available in an open-source format,’ says Tony Radoszewski, president and CEO of PLASTICS. ‘The entire plastics industry is working to demonstrate the application of recycled material.’”Source: https://www.recyclingtoday.com/article/plastics-releases-results-asphalt-research-project/
6/16/2020
Recycling Today
Legislators introduce plastic waste reduction, recycling act
PLASTICS President and CEO Tony Radoszewski is mentioned in this article that details how Congresswoman Haley Stevens recently introduced the Plastic Waste Reduction and Recycling Act. This legislation would improve the federal government’s recycling research and development coordination. “The Plastic Waste Reduction and Recycling Act is endorsed by the American Chemical Council (ACC), American Chemistry Society, American Beverage Association and Plastics Industry Association. ‘We applaud the introduction by Rep. Haley Stevens of the Plastic Waste Reduction and Recycling Act to improve recycling in this country and look forward to working with every member of Congress to ensure this important piece of legislation becomes law. Innovative companies are eager to use more recycled material to create new products and prevent waste from entering the environment,’ says Tony Radoszewski, president and CEO of PLASTICS.”6/8/2020
Bloomberg Green
Plastic Is the Hero of Coronavirus, Says the Plastics Industry
PLASTICS President and CEO Tony Radoszewski is mentioned in this article that details how the plastics industry responded to the uptick in use and need for single-use plastic products and plastic materials during COVID-19 and the backlash from environmental groups to this need. “On March 18—a week after the World Health Organization declared Covid-19 a pandemic—Tony Radoszewski, head of the plastics industry’s main U.S. lobbying group, sent Alex Azar, secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, a strongly worded letter. Bans on single-use items had been proliferating across states and cities for years, but with the virus threatening American lives and livelihoods, he said, enough was enough.”5/21/2020
Plastics News
Kickstart: Spreading praise for plastics to Congress
PLASTICS efforts to relay to Congress the important work of the plastics industry during the COVID-19 pandemic are detailed in this article. “The Plastics Industry Association is working to make sure federal leaders know of the many ways processors and suppliers are working to support the fight against COVID-19. Association CEO and President Tony Radoszewski sent letters to every member of the U.S. Congress to update them on a range of projects.”Source: https://www.plasticsnews.com/blog/kickstart-spreading-praise-plastics-congress
5/19/2020
Plastics Today
New Safety Standard for Plastic Sheet and Film Machinery Released
PLASTICS announced that its Machinery Safety Standards Committee released a new American National Standards Institute-accredited safety standard for Plastic Sheet and Film Machinery. “‘Helping to provide for the safety of plastics industry personnel is one of our hallmarks,’ stated PLASTICS President and CEO Tony Radoszewski, CAE. ‘Our ANSI Standards Program ensures this standard will minimize hazards to personnel by establishing safety requirements for the manufacture, care and use of these machines.’”Source: https://www.plasticstoday.com/new-safety-standard-plastic-sheet-and-film-machinery-released
4/16/2020
Bloomberg Quint
Plastics Factory Workers Want to Know How Essential Their Products Really Are
Plastic manufacturers play an integral role in creating necessary medical products during the COVID-19 pandemic. “As the coronavirus began spreading across the U.S., plastic industry groups moved quickly to assert their importance. ‘From medical supplies to food packaging, plastics are essential in the effort to stop the spread of this virus,’ said a statement from PLASTICS, an industry association. Demand has also gone up as stores have reversed plastic bag bans and restaurant chains such as Starbucks Corp.”3/23/2020
USA Today
Furloughed Hilton workers offered access to other jobs during coronavirus pandemic
Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS), along with other associations, businesses, and corporations, are offering furloughed hotel and hospitality industry workers access to an online resource center and expedited hiring processes during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. -
3/15/2020
Bloomberg Green
Plastics Had Been Falling Out of Favor. Then Came the Virus
Corporations and businesses have been turning towards using single-use plastic products due to fears that COVID-19 may be spread through reusable products. -
2/17/2020
Recycling Today
Plastics announces 2020 Re|focus Sustainability Innovation Awards winners
In February 2020, PLASTICS announced the winners of the second annual Re|focus Sustainability Innovation Awards. “‘The 2020 Re|focus Sustainability Innovation Awards drew an exceptionally competitive field of entries this year,’ says Plastics' Director of Sustainability Ashley Hood-Morley. ‘Each winning innovation has the potential to be a game-changer when it comes to eliminating waste in plastics manufacturing and eliminating waste, period. There are countless ways in which this industry is working to solve our planet’s environmental challenges. We congratulate Eastman, Accredo and Vartega for their commitment to sustainability and look forward to seeing the impact their innovations will undoubtedly have on our industry and our environment.’” -
2/05/2020
European Tool & Mould Making Magazine
Plastics statement following signature of USMCA
PLASTICS’ President and CEO Tony Radoszewski’s statement about the signing of USMCA is included here. “This agreement is an absolute win-win for the U.S. plastics industry. It brings the trade relationships with our two largest trading partners into the 21st century and paves the way for growth throughout North America. We are counting on the Canadian legislature and Prime Minister Trudeau to approve this agreement and sign it immediately so that the USMCA can start delivering benefits to the economy of the western hemisphere and beyond.”Source: https://www.etmm-online.com/plastics-statement-following-signature-of-usmca-a-902419/
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1/31/2020
Research and Markets | PR Newswire
Analysis on the $240B Plastic Bottles Industry, 2020-2025
PLASTICS is mentioned in this news release that details the "Plastic Bottles Market - Growth, Trends, and Forecast (2020 - 2025)" report. “The plastic bottles market in the United States is estimated to grow at a steady rate, owing to increasing consumption and industrial applications of plastic-made containers. According to the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS), the demand for plastic bottles continues to expand in the United States. Plastic projects to continue to increase across products and sectors, including beverage, food and water, household, pharmaceutical sectors.” -
1/16/2020
Plastics News
US Senate approves USMCA
Yesterday, the U.S. Senate passed the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). PLASTICS President and CEO Tony Radoszewski and PLASTICS Chief Economist Perc Pineda, PhD are quoted in this article. “‘We expect this trade deal will have a positive impact on American consumers and businesses and are glad to see the path toward ratification coming into focus," Plastics Industry Association President and CEO Tony Radoszewski said in December. "We look forward to reviewing the agreement's final text and working with Congress to move the USMCA forward.’”Source: https://www.plasticsnews.com/news/us-senate-approves-usmca
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1/15/2020
Plastics Today
Plastics association calls U.S.-China trade deal ‘step in right direction’
PLASTICS President and CEO Tony Radoszewski’s statement about the signing of phase one of a trade deal with China is included in this article. “‘We hope [the deal] paves the way forward for a reduction, or elimination, in tariffs; an increase in market access; and a less adversarial relationship between the world’s two largest economies,” said PLASTICS President and CEO Tony Radoszewski. “The plastics industry is an important driver of global growth and it relies on free, stable trade relationships in order to innovate and employ more workers. We look forward to further negotiations that level the playing field for U.S. plastics companies to compete in global trade.’” -
1/4/2020
Plastics News
Biden says plastic bags should be phased out
PLASTICS’ President and CEO Tony Radoszewski’s addressed Former VP Joe Biden’s comment about phasing out plastics. “The process of ’phasing them out,’ when it comes to plastics, would be a disaster for our economy and our environment,” Radoszewski said.Source: https://www.plasticsnews.com/news/biden-says-plastic-bags-should-be-phased-out
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12/19/2019
Plastics Today
Here's what's on the plastics industry's wish list for 2020
PLASTICS’ President and CEO Tony Radoszewski is quoted in this article (page 2) in the section about modernized recycling and recovery infrastructure regarding goals for the plastics industry in 2020. “Our wish is for a modernized recycling and recovery infrastructure. An important part of that is Congress passing the RECOVER and RECYCLE acts. The RECOVER Act will give federal grants to states and municipalities to invest in improving their recycling programs. Cities will be able to upgrade their recycling plants and will collect more materials rather than having them go to landfills. The RECYCLE Act will invest in educating consumers about their local recycling programs. Together, these bills will improve our nation’s ability to recycle.” -
12/11/2019
Plastics Recycling Update
Project quantifies potential of secondary sortation
In November 2019, PLASTICS released the results of the Pacific Northwest Secondary Sorting Demonstration Project. The project found an additional 50,000 tons of recyclables (in all material categories) could be captured each year with a regional secondary MRF drawing material from Oregon and Washington. -
12/10/2019
Plastics News
Industry groups welcome agreement on USMCA
PLASTICS’ President and CEO Tony Radoszewski’s statement about USMCA is included in this article about the plastics industry support of USMCA passage. “Plastics Industry Association President and CEO Tony Radoszewski welcomed the announcement. ‘We expect this trade deal will have a positive impact on American consumers and businesses and are glad to see the path toward ratification coming into focus,’ he said. ‘We look forward to reviewing the agreement's final text and working with Congress to move the USMCA forward.’” -
12/6/2019
Plastics Today
Plastics machinery shipments decline in Q3
PLASTICS’ Chief Economist Perc Pineda’s, PhD statement is included in this article that details the latest statistics compiled by PLASTICS’ Committee on Equipment Statistics (CES). “‘The plastics industry is a mature industry and its growth will continue to track gross domestic product (GDP),’ said Perc Pineda, PhD, Chief Economist at PLASTICS. ‘The third quarter numbers moving sideways are in sync with weaker manufacturing activity in the economy this year. In Plastics Quarterly, our GDP growth forecast for the second and third quarters were 2.0% and 1.9%, respectively, and that’s what we got. The machinery shipment numbers were in sync with weaker manufacturing activity against the backdrop of an economy that moved sideways.’” -
11/22/2019
Resource Recycling
Recycling outreach legislation hits US Senate
Introduced in November 2019, the RECYCLE Act, Bill S.2941, would authorize the spending of up to $15 million per year over five years for recycling education and outreach grants and direct the U.S. EPA to develop a recycling toolkit for states and municipalities.Source: https://resource-recycling.com/recycling/2019/11/22/recycling-outreach-legislation-hits-us-senate/
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11/22/2019
Plastics Today
Pacific Northwest pilot recycling project shows promising results
PLASTICS released the results of the Pacific Northwest Secondary Sorting Demonstration Project. In a statement about the project, PLASTICS’ President and CEO Tony Radoszewski said, “‘Our biggest takeaway following this pilot program is that a secondary sorting facility model is a viable option to help meet the ever-increasing demand for recycled materials. The project data shows the value that can be extracted from landfill-bound or mixed materials. It is our hope that the data from this report can help inform state and local decision makers on how to improve our recovery systems.’” -
11/22/2019
European Plastic Product Manufacturer Magazine
Pacific Northwest recycling project releases results from 60-day pilot
In November 2019, PLASTICS released the results of the Pacific Northwest Secondary Sorting Demonstration Project. In a statement about the project, PLASTICS’ President and CEO Tony Radoszewski said, “‘Our biggest takeaway following this pilot program is that a secondary sorting facility model is a viable option to help meet the ever-increasing demand for recycled materials. The project data shows the value that can be extracted from landfill-bound or mixed materials. It is our hope that the data from this report can help inform state and local decision makers on how to improve our recovery systems.’”Source: http://eppm.com/industry-news/pacific-northwest-recycling-project-releases-results-from-60/
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11/20/2019
Resource Recycling
Industry-backed bill pushes recycling grants program
U.S. Representatives Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) and Larry Bucshon (IN-8) introduced the Realizing the Economic Opportunities and Value of Expanding Recycling (RECOVER) Act that will allocate federal grants to improve recycling infrastructure throughout the country. -
11/15/2019
Plastics News
Plastics industry unveils $500 million federal recycling legislation
The RECOVER Act will allocate federal grants to states and municipalities to invest in improving their recycling programs and infrastructure. PLASTICS’ President and CEO Tony Radoszewski’s statement is included in this article about the RECOVER Act. “This bipartisan bill will help address the infrastructure shortcomings that can contribute to recyclable materials ending up in our oceans and waterways, and we look forward to working with representatives to move it forward.” -
11/6/2019
Plastics Today
Five fascinating facts about plastics in healthcare
PLASTICS’ Plastics Market Watch, “Plastics Contributions to Healthcare,” details the beneficial role of plastic products in the healthcare industry. -
10/31/2019
Plastics News
Radoszewski, actor Ted Danson debate plastics policy in Congress
PLASTICS’ President & CEO Tony Radoszewski testified before a hearing of the U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife on the impacts of plastic pollution on oceans and wildlife. Actor Ted Danson, the vice chair for environmental group Oceana, also testified, along with National Geographic fellow Jenna Jambeck and the founder of Texas Environmental Justice Advocacy Services, Juan Parras. “Our industry agrees that there is a plastic waste problem. But the urgency of the situation cries out for a situation more thoughtful than simply saying no to a material that lowers greenhouse gas emissions, is more efficient to produce than other materials like metal, paper and glass and has delivered numerous benefits to society as a whole,” said Tony Radoszewski during the hearing.Source: https://www.plasticsnews.com/news/radoszewski-actor-ted-danson-debate-plastics-policy-congress
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10/29/2019
European Tool & Mould Making Magazine
Winners of Safety Statistics Award
PLASTICS announced the winners of the recent Safety Statistics and Awards Program. This year, the program included four new award categories: Rising Safety Professional, Safety Professional of the Year, Leaders of Safety Award and Safety Company of the Year.Source: https://www.etmm-online.com/winners-of-safety-statistics-award-a-878110/
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10/7/2019
Recycling Today
Plastics Industry Association accepts submissions for Sustainability Innovation Awards
PLASTICS announced that submissions are open for the second annual Re|focus Sustainability Innovation Awards. These awards will highlight the companies and organizations that are spearheading innovations in sustainability and recycling. Winners will be recognized at the annual Re|focus Sustainability and Recycling Summit.Source: https://www.recyclingtoday.com/article/plastics-sustainability-innovation-awards/
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9/27/2019
Plastics News
Save Our Seas 2.0 bill moves in Congress but faces rough waters
“We’re happy with the legislation’s focus on improving our domestic recycling infrastructure and do not believe that the most recent changes to the bill will stifle the innovation in plastics recycling that’s happening every day — indeed, we believe the bill will ignite innovation in recycling,” said PLASTICS’ Director of Government Affairs, John Grant, regarding Save Our Seas Act 2.0.Source: https://www.plasticsnews.com/news/save-our-seas-20-bill-moves-congress-faces-rough-waters
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9/19/2019
Plastics Today
Novamont wins 2019 Innovation in Bioplastics award
PLASTICS’ Bioplastics Division announced Novamont as the winner of the 2019 Innovation in Bioplastics award prior to Bioplastics Week 2019. Novamont won the award for the development of the Mater-Bi family of bioplastic polymers. -
9/6/2019
Oregon Business
Plastic Money
PLASTICS manages the Pacific Northwest Secondary Sorting Demonstration Project, a 60-day recycling demonstration project in which selected materials from four Oregon materials recovery facilities will be further sorted. This innovation will help create six additional streams of recyclables which will reduce waste going to landfills or adversely affecting our environment. PLASTICS’ Vice President of Sustainability, Kim Holmes, is quoted in this article about the project. “For a long time, the U.S. neglected to invest in effective plastic recycling facilities because it was able to ship its waste to developing countries. That strategy is no longer viable. ‘The inadequacies and inefficiencies in our system were not visible because China took [the waste].’”Source: https://www.oregonbusiness.com/article/tech/item/18845-plastic-money
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8/23/2019
Plastics News
Lockout/tag-out changes may be on the horizon
“The plastics group is asking OSHA to withdraw the proposed revision to its lockout/tag-out standard and start separate rulemaking that ‘explicitly recognizes the use of reliable control circuits rather than LOTO to protect workers from exposure to hazardous energy sources.” PLASTICS is quoted in this article about a proposed change to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s Lockout/ Tagout rules.Source: https://www.plasticsnews.com/news/lockouttag-out-changes-may-be-horizon
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8/7/2019
Plastics News
Krieger’s Work Honors Family, Education Roots
PLASTICS' Director of Regulatory and Technical Affairs, Patrick Krieger, is recognized as a 2019 Rising Star in the plastics industry by Plastics News.Source: https://www.plasticsnews.com/news/kriegers-work-honors-family-education-roots
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8/7/2019
Plastics Recycling Update
Plastics recovery project underway in Pacific Northwest
Earlier this month, the Pacific Northwest Secondary Sorting Demonstration Project began its 60-day run. This project will recover more materials through curbside recycling by further sorting select materials from four material recovery facilities. -
7/1/2019
Recycling Today
Senate proposes Save Our Seas Act 2.0
PLASTICS’ Interim President and CEO Patty Long is quoted in this article that details Save Our Seas Act 2.0, legislation introduced on June 26, 2019 that would address plastic pollution and marine debris. "'Plastics is proud to support SOS 2.0, which will build upon the progress the industry is making to address marine debris across the world.'"Source: https://www.recyclingtoday.com/article/senate-introduces-save-our-seas-act/
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6/19/2019
Plastics Technology
New Recycling Demonstration Project to Launch in Oregon
The pacific northwest secondary sorting demonstration project is a 60-day recycling demonstration project managed by PLASTICS which involves installing a portable secondary sorting system where selected materials from four regional materials recovery facilities (MRFs) in Portland, Oregon will be further sorted. This innovation will help create six additional streams of recyclables which will reduce the amount of waste going to landfills.Source: https://www.ptonline.com/news/new-recycling-demonstration-project-to-launch-in-oregon-
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6/03/2019
Waste 360
Cincinnati Chosen for Pilot Program to Increase Recycling
PLASTICS is one of the supporters of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's "Beyond 34: Recycling and Recovery for a New Economy” expansion program in Cincinnati, Ohio. This program aims to increase the 34% recycling rate in the United States.Source: https://www.waste360.com/recycling/cincinnati-chosen-pilot-program-increase-recycling
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5/29/2019
Plastics Technology
New PLASTICS Report Shows Viable Market for Recycled Plastic Bumpers
PLASTICS released the results from the final two phases of the End-of-Life Vehicle (ELV) Recycling Demonstration Project.Source: https://www.ptonline.com/news/new-plastics-report-shows-viable-market-for-recycled-plastic-bumpers
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5/28/2019
Plastics News
The future of recycling may not be what you expect
PLASTICS’ Vice President of Sustainability Kim Holmes presented during the Sustainability 101 workshop at the Re|focus Sustainability & Recycling Summit.Source: https://www.plasticsnews.com/news/future-recycling-may-not-be-what-you-expect
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5/28/2019
Plastics Technology
A Look at the Re|focus Sustainability & Recycling Summit
This article highlights several of the speakers and presentations that took place at the 2019 Re|focus Sustainability & Recycling Summit.Source: https://www.ptonline.com/blog/post/a-look-at-the-refocus-sustainability-recycling-summit-
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5/27/2019
Recycling Today
Plastics Industry Association announces additional innovation awards
Two winners of the inaugural Re|focus Sustainability Innovation Awards were awarded during the Re|focus Sustainability and Recycling Summit. UBQ Materials won the Leadership in Innovation Award and iMFLUX won the People's Choice Award.Source: https://www.recyclingtoday.com/article/plastics-innovation-award-winners/
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5/22/2019
Plastics News
Aveda finds beauty in sustainability
PLASTICS’ Vice President of Sustainability, Kim Holmes, is quoted in this article that details the presentation by Edmond Irizarry, executive director of packaging development for Aveda, at the 2019 Re|focus Sustainability & Recycling Summit.Source: https://www.plasticsnews.com/article/20190522/NEWS/190529974/aveda-finds-beauty-in-sustainability
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5/14/2019
KQED-FM
Bay Area Entertainment Venues Join the Battle Against Plastic Waste
Several live entertainment venues in California are finding ways to reduce single-use plastics during shows and events to lessen plastic waste overall. Quoted in this article and radio segment is PLASTICS Vice President of Government Affairs, Scott DeFife. -
4/16/2019
Manufacturing Talk Radio
Episode 331: Manufacturing Matters-An In-depth Look At The Plastics Industry
PLASTICS Chief Economist, Perc Pineda, PhD, is the featured guest on this episode of Manufacturing Matters that focuses on plastics manufacturing. -
4/2/2019
Sustainable Nation Podcast
Kim Holmes – Vice President of Sustainability for the Plastics Industry Association.
Kim Holmes, the Vice President of Sustainability for PLASTICS, discusses the ocean plastic crisis and more during this thirty-minute episode of the Sustainable Nation podcast.Source: https://www.sustridge.com/kim-holmes-sustainability-plastics
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3/1/19
NBC News
How business groups are fighting a wave of anti-plastic straw laws.
There is a growing momentum against plastic drinking straws as cities and states begin to implement star bans in restaurants. Mentioned in the article is PLASTICS Vice President of Government Affairs Scott DeFife.Source: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/how-business-groups-are-fighting-wa...
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2/23/19
CNBC
California proposes phaseout of single-use plastics by 2030.
California lawmakers introduced legislation in February 2019 to phase out single use plastic products. This article includes a quote from PLASTICS Vice President of Government Affairs Scott DeFife: “‘At the Plastics Industry Association, we believe uncollected plastics do not belong in our oceans or waterways. We share the goal of increased recovery in order for plastics to be used at their highest and best potential.’”Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2019/02/23/california-proposes-phaseout-of-single-u...
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2/2/19
Plastics Today
Waste Management Sustainability Forum inspires optimism.
Waste’s Management ninth annual Sustainability Forum took place on January 31, 2019. This article includes a quote from PLASTICS Vice President of Sustainability Kim Holmes: “‘We appreciate the forum for taking on the challenging topic of marine debris.’”Source: https://www.plasticstoday.com/sustainability/waste-management-sustainabi...
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12/30/18
NBC News
'Banning plastic straws will not be enough': The fight to clean the oceans.
The fight to clean the oceans – Improved recycling practices and recycling infrastructure will help to curb plastics waste and marine debris in the ocean more so than straw bans. This article includes a quote from PLASTICS Vice President of Government Affairs Scott DeFife: “the growth of plastics packaging can continue ‘in a way that is good for the environment and the economy.’ But he said more recycling programs, and markets for recycled material, need to be put in place.” -
11/15/18
National Geographic
What you need to know about plant-based plastics.
PLASTICS explains that demand for bioplastics has increased in the past decade as a result of better technology and consumer interest in sustainable alternatives to plastics.
