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October issue of Tire Recycling Insights is out

October issue of Tire Recycling Insights is out

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October 3, 2023

Read about the most important events and updates in the tire recycling and pyrolysis industry! Subscribe for our newsletter today! Weibold offers comprehensive consulting services in the field of tire recycling and tire pyrolysis. Learn how Weibold's Market Researches can help you successfully launch and upgrade your business!

Weibold Academy: (Un)sustainable ‘Sustainable Development Goals’?

Weibold Academy: (Un)sustainable ‘Sustainable Development Goals’?

Academy

October 2, 2023

A critical Article by Kotzé and Adelman (2022) contends that sustainable development, deeply entrenched in environmental law, policymaking, and governance, perpetuates environmentally harmful neoliberal economic growth, exploiting and deteriorating fragile ecosystems. Despite its well-intentioned origins, sustainable development often fosters exploitative economic activities, exacerbating systemic inequalities and injustices while failing to adequately safeguard biodiversity in the Anthropocene era.

Visit Fornnax Technology at Pollutec 2023 Exhibition in Lyon, France, October 10-13

Visit Fornnax Technology at Pollutec 2023 Exhibition in Lyon, France, October 10-13

events

September 29, 2023

Fornnax Technology invites you to visit its Stall at the "Pollutec 2023 Exhibition" in France for your requirement of Shredders & Granulators. Fornnax is a manufacturer of shredders and granulators for tire, MSW, cable, and metal recycling applications.Join Fornnax at its stand and meet the company’s sales team to answer your queries regarding the vast range of shredder equipment and its contemporary applications.

Pirelli introduced new logo for eco-friendly tires with over 50% sustainable materials

Pirelli introduced new logo for eco-friendly tires with over 50% sustainable materials

sustainability

September 29, 2023

Pirelli introduces a distinctive logo identifying tires containing over 50% bio-based and recycled materials. Applied to the P Zero E line, boasting over 55% sustainable materials, the logo emphasizes Pirelli's environmental commitment. Third-party verification of eco-compatible materials will be standard for all future products featuring the logo. Pirelli aims for 60% bio-based and 12% recycled materials in selected lines by 2030.

USTMA and STREF to host 9th Tire Recycling Conference on May 15-17, 2024, Atlanta, Georgia

USTMA and STREF to host 9th Tire Recycling Conference on May 15-17, 2024, Atlanta, Georgia

events

September 29, 2023

The Scrap Tire Research and Education Foundation, Inc. (STREF), and the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA) to host the 9th Tire Recycling Conference on May 15th - 17th, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. As the scrap tire industry’s premier market development and emerging trends conference, the 9th Tire Recycling Conference offers a valuable opportunity for industry leaders, regulators, and stakeholders to review key developments in scrap tire management.

EuRIC unveils strategic roadmap for advancing chemical recycling sustainability in Europe

EuRIC unveils strategic roadmap for advancing chemical recycling sustainability in Europe

regulations

September 29, 2023

EuRIC, the European Recycling Industries’ Confederation, has issued a roadmap for boosting waste recycling and fostering a clear regulatory framework. The paper reflects EuRIC’s unwavering commitment to advancing sustainability within the recycling industry, with a particular focus on exploring the areas of chemical recycling and mass balance. To enhance resource efficiency and sustainability, EuRIC:

Tyre Stewardship Australia shared its 2022/23 Annual Report

Tyre Stewardship Australia shared its 2022/23 Annual Report

REPORTS

September 28, 2023

Tyre Stewardship Australia (TSA) has published its 2022/23 Annual Report. The annual report showcases some of the major achievements of Australia's Tyre Product Stewardship Scheme and how it must pave the way for a circular economy for end-of-life tires. In brief, Australia’s major achievements are:

Weibold’s report from Workshop on End-of-Life Tires Management in India, Sep 21, New Delhi

Weibold’s report from Workshop on End-of-Life Tires Management in India, Sep 21, New Delhi

events

September 28, 2023

As we announced in our previous article, Franklin Raj, the pyrolysis business analyst, and Yogesh Gaikwad, technical consultant for carbon black, participated in the Workshop on End-of-Life Tires (ELT) Management in India on behalf of Weibold’s team. Our experts made a presentation on “Material and Energy Recovery and the Latest Innovations in ELT Recycling Technologies”.

Misuse of T8 Exemption threatens UK tire recycling industry's sustainability

Misuse of T8 Exemption threatens UK tire recycling industry's sustainability

Regulations

September 28, 2023

According to the article by Tyre and Rubber Recycling magazine, the T8 Exemption, originally designed to support small businesses in the UK tire recycling sector, has been misused and abused, leading to negative impacts on legitimate, permitted recycling businesses. The article highlights that the T8 Exemption allows operators to store and handle large quantities of tires without proper oversight, leading to uncontrolled exports of tires, which undermines recycling efforts and environmental regulations.