Chemical recycling is emerging as a transformative solution for managing plastic waste, complementing traditional mechanical methods and addressing limitations in recycling complex or contaminated materials. By breaking down polymers into molecular components, it enables the production of virgin-quality feedstocks, reduces reliance on fossil resources, and supports circular economy goals.
About Chemical Recycling
Chemical recycling is emerging as a transformative solution for managing plastic waste, complementing traditional mechanical methods and addressing limitations in recycling complex or contaminated materials. By breaking down polymers into molecular components, it enables the production of virgin-quality feedstocks, reduces reliance on fossil resources, and supports circular economy goals
Event info
1-day workshop, in-person; streaming will be available
target audience: polymer processing and recycling companies, research, startups, interest groups
Programm/Ablauf
Topics
Economic assessment of chemical recycling
Environmental evaluation, LCAs, circularity and climate impact
Case studies, R&D projects, pilot plants, success stories
Experience outside Switzerland, waste and product flows