Circular economy for plastics at risk
As the energy crisis deepens on the Continent, the repercussion on electricity prices impacts operations of plastic recycling facilities putting at risk the transition towards circularity. “Stopping the recycling activities will have an immediate, negative impact on the plastic waste management in Europe,” said Ton Emans, Plastics Recyclers Europe President. “If we want to drive […]
SHARE Meets Smart Circular Business
During the meeting ‘SHARE Meets Smart Circular Business’ organized by SHARE Haarlemmermeer, Jaap Buis of Circular Plastics discussed our circular solutions with moderator Margo Spek during the table discussion. For example, the Circular Bag was discussed, which could also be seen during the tour at Groenland B.V. and with which we realize a closed cycle […]
Disposable cups banned in the office, catering and festivals from 2024
From 2024, disposable cups or cutlery will no longer be allowed in the office, in the catering industry or at festivals, State Secretary Vivianne Heijnen (Environment-the Netherlands) writes in a letter to the House of Representatives. In these places, reusable plates or cups should be used. Cardboard coffee cups, which have a layer of plastic, […]
Use of plastic pallets in UK exports is growing
With Brexit, which has been a fact since 1 January this year, many new rules have been added for flower and plant exporters to the United Kingdom. One of the new challenges in exporting to the UK is the type of pallet used. When transported to destinations outside the European Union, wooden pallets must comply […]
Hoes van 100% gerecycled plastic voor Tesselaar Alstroemeria
The development in horticulture to make more use of sustainable products is continuing. Tesselaar Astroemeria has recently started using recycled flower sleeves! Karolien Tesselaar: “Our sleeve protects our flowers against damage during transport, but is removed fairly quikly by the florists or consumers. It’s just a shame that we use new material for that. We […]
Company of the year election in Aalsmeer
The final of the Company of the Year election organized by Nieuw Ondernemend Aalsmeer and the Municipality of Aalsmeer took place last Friday 12 November. The winner in our category this year is DC Systems B.V., congratulations! We are proud of our excellent assessment: “The jury sees an energetic and innovative company that responds perfectly […]
Plastic Packaging Tax example calculations
The government is introducing a global tax on plastic packaging containing less than 30% recycled plastic. Click here for the main points of the Plastic Packaging Tax UK. Are you curious about what this tax can mean for your company? We have made two example calculations*. For more information please contact us.
Mayor of Aalsmeer visiting for Company of the Year election
Today Mayor Gido Oude Kotte of the Municipality of Aalsmeer visited us for the election “Company of the Year” in Aalsmeer. Jaap Buis of Circular Plastics informed him about our innovative solutions. All this is organized by Nieuw Ondernemend Aalsmeer. The film will be shown during the final evening on November 12. We are looking […]
How can politicians help with the circular economy
Jaap Buis and Henk Kras received Jan Huitema MEP from the VVD. They discussed sustainable plastic products and how politics can help to make plastic contribute better to the circular economy.
The Plastic Packaging Tax UK
We have listed the Plastic Packaging Tax UK in keypoints. What will change? Producers and importers have to pay £200 per tonne of plastic packaging… if the packaging is not made of at least 30% recycled plastic, or if the packaging does not largely consist of recycled plastic in terms of weight. Penalties may be […]