IKN installs new cooler grate at Himachal Pradesh cement plant

14 June 2024 double-stage cooler grate in Himachal Pradesh to enhance efficiency, reduce power and clinker temperature, and improve waste heat recovery system (WHRS) performance, according to IKN GmgH. This initiative involves replacing the first and second grates...

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• Category: Equipment

Ambuja Cements to acquire Penna Cement

14 June 2024 months. Approximately 90 percent of Penna's capacity benefits from railway sidings, supplemented by captive power plants and waste heat recovery systems. An additional 3 MTPA grinding capacity at the Jodhpur plant will boost Adani Cement's total...

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• Category: Mergers & Acquisitions

Google revolutionizes packaging with eco-friendly innovations

14 June 2024 The initiative marks a significant shift in Google's corporate strategy, aligning with global efforts to curb plastic waste. By setting new industry standards, Google aims to inspire other tech giants to follow suit, contributing to a greener...

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• Category: Global

Paper packaging recycling expansion

13 June 2024 utilization. A network of 11 recycling companies has been established, achieving a resource utilization rate of 36.8% for waste beverage packaging in 2022, reflecting a 3.5 percent year-on-year increase. This progress aligns with the Chinese...

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• Category: China

Revolutionary eco-concrete breakthrough at Kidston Project

12 June 2024 practices. Holcim's commitment to sustainability is evident in its use of recycled aggregates, sourced from mining waste processed onsite, eliminating the need for new quarry extraction. Alex Graff, National Contracts Manager at Holcim Australia,...

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• Category: Aggregates

Revolutionary tech transforms plastic waste into eco-friendly concrete additive

12 June 2024 pioneering move towards sustainability, CRDC Global has unveiled RESIN8, a groundbreaking technology that transforms plastic waste into a valuable additive for concrete. According to Plastics Today, this innovative process not only mitigates plastic...

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• Category: Concrete & Brick

McDonald’s adopts eco-friendly packaging

12 June 2024 all-natural JANUS barrier coating for its paper food packaging to eliminate plastics, PFAS chemicals, and reduce consumer waste, according to Packaging Europe. JANUS coating, designed to resist grease, water, and oxygen, is 100 percent biodegradable,...

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• Category: Europe & Central Asia

TKV boosts coal supply for power generation

11 June 2024 to enhancing safety measures, resource protection, and environmental sustainability. Efforts will focus on greening waste dumps, implementing dust control solutions, and ensuring safety in mining operations. Copyright CW Group. All rights reserved....

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• Category: Markets & trade

Revolutionizing construction: LEGO-like concrete blocks

11 June 2024 and efficiency. PLAEX-crete addresses the pressing need for sustainable building materials by utilizing recycled waste, including agricultural, marine, and industrial plastic waste, along with aggregate waste from construction. Each block comprises over...

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• Category: Concrete & Brick

Swiss paper industry decline

11 June 2024 paper sales saw an increase. The data excludes figures from Perlen Packaging AG and APS, which deal with film production and waste paper trading, respectively. High prices for energy and waste paper, despite a slight decrease, continued to impact the...

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• Category: Europe & Central Asia

Tesco's avocado innovation

10 June 2024 for a sustainable future (CW Group) Tesco pioneers sustainable packaging solutions for avocados, aiming to reduce plastic waste and enhance environmental responsibility. In a bid to save nearly a million stickers and up to 25 million plastic trays...

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• Category: Global

Holcim Philippines eyes recycling 10M tons of demolition wastes by 2025

07 June 2024 Holcim Philippines aims to recycle demolition wastes by 2025 (CW Group) Holcim Philippines announced on Thursday its goal to recycle 10 million tons of demolition waste by 2025, strengthening its circular economy strategy. According to the Philippine...

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• Category: Environment

Cutting-edge paper industry updates

07 June 2024 have adjusted their pricing strategies. Shandong Changle Century Sunshine Paper has reduced prices for A-grade and B-grade waste paper by 40 yuan/ton each, implementing a spot settlement method. Jiangsu Taicang Nine Dragons Paper has increased prices...

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• Category: China

Compostable packaging partnership

07 June 2024 renewable, compostable, or made from at least 30 percent recycled content. Dedicated sustainability teams will manage waste through donation, recycling, and composting. BioPak's Environmental Impact Label provides detailed data on the carbon emissions,...

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• Category: Europe & Central Asia

ProAmpac introduces revolutionary grocery packaging

06 June 2024 of sustainable paper packaging at ProAmpac. FiberCool's improved thermal performance not only reduces food spoilage and waste but also minimizes packaging weight compared to traditional options. By enhancing delivery efficiency and supporting...

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• Category: Global

Chevler launches vibrant meat packaging paper

06 June 2024 variant popular among butchers for displaying red meat. The new product aims to preserve meat color and moisture, reduce waste, extend shelf life, and ultimately increase profit for retailers. The rollout of the paper will occur gradually over the...

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• Category: Europe & Central Asia

Progroup expands with Stockstadt mill acquisition

05 June 2024 shortly, with the entire process expected to conclude by the end of 2026. Additionally, Progroup intends to construct a waste-to-energy plant at the mill's site. This innovative facility will utilize waste materials generated from the paper mill and...

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• Category: Europe & Central Asia

Waste paper price updates

05 June 2024 paid subscribers.","link":"1"}]Paper.com reports that several Central China paper mills have announced adjustments to their waste paper prices. Hubei Changjiang Huifeng Paper Industry decreased the price of white waste by 30 yuan/ton, setting the...

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• Category: China

UltraTech becomes 5 times water-positive in FY24

04 June 2024 resource management. By implementing rainwater harvesting systems and Zero Liquid Discharge plants, the company minimizes waste and maximizes the efficient use of water. These efforts not only support UltraTech's operations but also contribute to the...

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• Category: Environment

Limak opens waste feeding facility at Balıkesir plant

04 June 2024 New facility advances decarbonization efforts (CW Group) Limak Cement has announced the opening of a waste-feeding facility at its Balıkesir plant, marking a significant step towards its sustainability goals. The facility will provide a substantial...

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• Category: Plant Expansions