Tag: Axel Barrett
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Bioplastics Advertising in the media (FREE)
Let’s have a look at the current bioplastics advertising in the media. This is a FREE article.
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Bioplastics Review of 2023 (FREE)
I’ve tried to make a selection of the most important trends and news items of 2023. This is a FREE…
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Gaza and the Fossil Connections
Depending on how you look at history, it is possible to explain the current situation from an oil and gas…
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Plastic Packaging Trends – October 2023 (Free)
A summary of the plastic packaging situation. Where are we right now? This is a FREE article
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Some Bioplastics Companies are destroying the composting business (FREE)
You may believe that bioplastics companies are the friends of the composters but this is not the case. In fact,…
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Braskem I’m Green Bio-PE and the Slavery Connections
Braskem is (currently) a Brazilian petrochemical company and is one of the largest bioplastic producer. They produce Bio-PE (bio-based polyethylene)…
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The Uncertain Future of PLA (FREE)
The future of PLA is not written in stone and it seems that unfavourable trends will impact its future growth…
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Crisis in the Plastic Sector (FREE)
I’ve spoken to a few CEO’s and senior executives from the plastic industry and the feedback is that they’re going…
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Bioplastics and Plastic Trends – June 2023 (FREE)
Where are we and where are we going when it comes to bioplastics and plastic waste? This is a FREE…
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The Oil Empire Fairy Tale
The birth of the Middle Eastern oil empire and how the quest for oil became a conspiracy for world domination.…
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The Inconvenient Truth About Biobased Plastics and Fuels (FREE)
There’s an inconvenient truth about bio-based plastics and fuels … This is a FREE article.
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The Gentleman Fairy Tale
Have capitalism and our consumption society reach a limit or is everything OK in money land? This is a FREE…
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US vs EU Bio Economy (FREE)
What’s the difference between the US and EU Bio Economy? This is a FREE article.
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The Ursula von der Leyen Fairy Tale (FREE)
Let’s have a closer look as to whom Ursula von der Leyen really is. This is a FREE article.
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The Net Zero and Climate Neutrality Fairy Tales (FREE)
We’re seeing more and more “net zero” and “climate neutrality” commitments by chemical and plastics companies. What is it all…
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The End of Biofuels and Biodiesels in Belgium (FREE)
The end of biofuels and biodiesels in Belgium is coming. This is a FREE article.
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Trends and Changing Perceptions on Plastics – February 2022 (FREE)
How did the perception on plastic, bioplastics, recycling and chemical recycling changed over the last six years? This is a…
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Plastic Treaty May be Fatal Error for Bioplastic Industry (FREE)
A Global Plastic Treaty may represent a high risk for the bioplastics industry. This is a FREE article.
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Food vs Plastic and Land Use Debacle for the Bioplastics Industry (FREE)
There’s another storm coming at the bioplastics industry. This is a FREE article.
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Rape Free Palm Oil (FREE)
Here’s the fastest and most efficient way to make palm oil sustainable. This is a FREE article.
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The Green Deal Fairy Tale (FREE)
Has the European Union become undemocratic? This is a FREE article
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The Vladimir Putin Fairy Tale (FREE)
Let’s have a closer look at who is Russian president Vladimir Putin. This is a FREE article
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TOP 10 Best Bioplastics Companies 2021 (FREE)
The Top 10 Best Bioplastics Companies of 2021. Discover the best players of 2021. This is a FREE article
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The Chinese Solar Panels Fairy Tale (FREE)
Presentation made on the topic of photovoltaic panels (solar panel) in the french Senate. This is a FREE article.
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The Anti Oxo History
The history and truth behind the “anti oxo” campaign. This is a FREE article.
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Dishwasher Tabs Packaging Lies (FREE)
The Finish dishwasher tabs brand is not the most transparent and honest when it comes to packaging. This is a…
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Is Tom Szaky From Terracycle a Hoarder? (FREE)
Is Tom Szaky from Terracycle the greatest hoarder in the history of mankind? Did he brought hoarding at an industrial…
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The Faith of NatureWorks 3M Cups (FREE)
NatureWorks designed PLA cups for the 3M Golf Open that they sponsored, but what happened to the cups after use?…
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Biobased Plastics, the Fall of Prometheus and Brand Owner Tips (FREE)
I was asked to write a column for the cosmetic packaging industry. Here’s the first one. Enjoy! Axel Barrett. This…
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News from Plastic Land (FREE)
I was doing my shopping when I realised that more plastic packaging had been removed from the supermarket shelves.
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The Plastic Maffia (FREE)
The French Secretary of State for the Ecological Transition has written a book called The Plastic Maffia. Is there really…
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Plastic Inflation: Shipping, China and Cartels
What is causing the inflation of plastics and polymers?
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Could Sustainable Business Models Fail?
Here’s an example of a company who decided to walk the “sustainability” talk; however he end result may not be…
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Wake Up Plastics Industry! (FREE)
(Bio-)Plastic bags are disappearing. This is a FREE article.
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First Biocomposite and Biopolymer Car (FREE)
What was the first biocomposite and biopolymer car? This is a FREE article.
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The Paper Bottle Fairy Tale
Let’s have a look if the paper bottle is a real champion or just a fairy tale. This is a…
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Major Problem of EU BioEconomy (FREE)
Let’s look at why nobody in Europe identifies with the bio-economy! This is a free article.
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The TerraCycle Fairy Tale (FREE)
Let’s have a look at the Terracycle myth. This is a free article.
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Are Plastic Blockchains Sustainable? (FREE)
A complete overview of plastic blockchains. this is a Free Article.
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The Degradation of Plastics and Polymers (FREE)
A complete overview of the degradation processes of plastic. This is a FREE article.
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Why Does Toxicity Matter to Bioplastics? (FREE)
Let’s look at the roots of the toxicity issue of bioplastics.
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Mechanical vs Chemical Recycling
What is the difference between mechanical and chemical recycling? This is a free article
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Impact of Compostable Plastics on Compost and Soil
Are compostable plastics good for the quality of the compost and soil?
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Is Organic Recycling Greenwashing?
Is “organic recycling” a genuine circular solution or just greenwashing?
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Are Cans More Sustainable than Plastic Bottles?
A short overview of Aluminium and Steel cans.
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Another Skeleton in the Recycling Closet
We strongly advise not to read this article if you’re a bit naive and innocent and want to stay that…
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Sustainable vs Intensive Farming
What is the difference between sustainable and intensive farming? How is the soil created? What is the impact of intensive…
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Who is Kaneka?
Who is Kaneka and Kaneka Biopolymers? The complete history and all you need to know about Kaneka including their circular…
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Who is Sabic?
Let’s have a look at who Sabic is. The complete history and all you need to know about Sabic including…
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OXO Biodegradable Vs Compostable Plastics
Let’s look at the similarities and differences between OXO biodegradable (Oxo-bio) and compostable plastics.
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Who is Clariant?
Let’s have a look at who Clariant is. The complete history and all you need to know about Clariant.
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Michigan Waste, Definitions, Greenpeace Malaysia, Tax and Voluntary Schemes, Shell
Watch the Latest News on “Plastics in the Circular Economy”, Presented by Axel Barrett, Chief Editor BioplasticsNews.com
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Bioplastic Economics, Scottish Beaches, Thailand Waste, Unilever, Shell CEO
Watch the Latest News on “Plastics in the Circular Economy”, Presented by Axel Barrett, Chief Editor BioplasticsNews.com
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Industry 4.0, PEF, Perstorp, Timber and Chemical Recycling
Watch the Latest News on “Plastics in the Circular Economy”, Presented by Axel Barrett, Chief Editor BioplasticsNews.com
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Woodly, Plastic-Free Masks, Plastic Tax, UK and US Survey, Biodegradable War and Spain
Watch the Latest News on “Plastics in the Circular Economy”, Presented by Axel Barrett, Chief Editor BioplasticsNews.com
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Unboxing Sulapac
Sulapac published an article regarding some “creative” end-of-life options they suggested for their packaging. I disagreed with some of the…
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Chemical Recycling Europe, Sustainability on Hold, Lyondellbasell, Ikea, Covestro
Watch the Latest News on “Plastics in the Circular Economy”, Presented by Axel Barrett, Chief Editor BioplasticsNews.com
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EU and Compostable Plastics, Biodegradable Additives, RWDC, Black Plastic, Oxo
Watch the Latest News on “Plastics in the Circular Economy”, Presented by Axel Barrett, Chief Editor BioplasticsNews.com
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Nestle, Denmark, Weather, Mitsui, Plastic Free July, Compost Shortage
Watch the Latest News on “Plastics in the Circular Economy”, Presented by Axel Barrett, Chief Editor BioplasticsNews.com
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Impact of Corona on Bioplastic Industry in May
Impact of corona crisis on the bioplastic and plastic industry for the months of May 2020.
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Iowa, Zalando, Sabic, South Africa, Dow and Mondelez
Watch the Latest News on “Plastics in the Circular Economy”, Presented by Axel Barrett, Chief Editor BioplasticsNews.com
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China Scandal, Mitsubishi, Tyres, Flexible Packaging, Sargassum, Canada Lignin
Watch the Latest News on “Plastics in the Circular Economy”, Presented by Axel Barrett, Chief Editor BioplasticsNews.com
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Arkema, Neste and Covestro, Braskem, US Survey and Basf
Watch the Latest News on “Plastics in the Circular Economy”, Presented by Axel Barrett, Chief Editor BioplasticsNews.com
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Winners of the Corona Crisis
Four companies are the winners of the corona crisis in terms of communication and marketing.
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SK Chemical, Borealis, Omya, Stora Enso, UPM, Dow and Good Natured
Watch the Latest News on “Plastics in the Circular Economy”, Presented by Axel Barrett, Chief Editor BioplasticsNews.com
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France Recycling, Lactips, EU Plastic Pact, EU Biodiversity, Covestro, Huthamaki
Watch the Latest News on “Plastics in the Circular Economy”, Presented by Axel Barrett, Chief Editor BioplasticsNews.com
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Plastic Packaging in The Circular Economy
Here’s a short video on Plastic Packaging in the Circular Economy made by Axel Barrett, Chief Editor of Bioplastics News.
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Compostable Plastics, Advantages and Disadvantages
Here’s a short video on the advantages and disadvantages of Compostable Plastics made by Axel Barrett, Chief Editor of Bioplastics…
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Biobased Plastics
Here’s a short video on the advantages and disadvantages of Biobased Plastics made by Axel Barrett, Chief Editor of Bioplastics…
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Chemical Recycling
Here’s a short video on the advantages and disadvantages of Chemical Recycling made by Axel Barrett, Chief Editor of Bioplastics…
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Recycling
Here’s a short video made by Axel Barrett, Chief Editor Bioplastics News, on the advantages and disadvantages of Plastic Recycling.
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Napoleon and the Bio Revolution
What can the French Revolution teach us?
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History of Climate Change and Global Warming
Here’s an attempt to give a short history and to list all the inventions and milestones that, directly and indirectly,…
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Bioplastics and GMOs
Let’s look at the use and wider picture of GMO crops in the bioplastics industry.
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How Did McDonalds Cope With the French Plastic Ban?
Let’s have a look at how “McDo” dealed with the French plastic ban.
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History of Bioplastics in the Automotive Industry
Here’s a summary and short history of the use of bioplastics in the automotive and car industry.
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Palm Oil and The Bioplastics Industry
Are we using palm oil to produce Bioplastics?
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History of Cellophane
What happened to the King of Plastics?
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What is the Difference Between Biodegradable, Compostable and OXO Biodegradable?
Let’s look at the Difference Between Biodegradable, Compostable and OXO Degradable plastics.
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McDonalds and the Polystyrene Connections
Let’s have a look at the relationship between McDonald’s and Polystyrene
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The History of Elephant Grass Bioplastics
Using elephant grass or miscanthus to make bioplastics is not new. Elephant grass was going to revolutionise bioplastics, but it…
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The Future of Expanded Polystyrene
Let’s have a look at the past and future of Polystyrene
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ENI, Versalis and Bioplastics
A Short History and Summary of ENI Versalis’ Bioplastics Activities.
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