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UNDP Launches Initiative to Tackle Plastic Pollution in Caspian Sea Plastic Recycling  |  2026-04-20 10:38:52 Funded by the Russian Federation, the project will be implemented across Azerbaijan, Iran, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan through October 2027. By Paul Ploumis Summary Regional Anti-Pollution Initiative: United Nations Development Programme and United Nations Environment Programme launched a Caspian Sea project to tackle …

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Massachusetts Senate advances single-use plastic bag ban, adds $0.10 paper fee Plastic Recycling  |  2026-04-20 02:53:25 The bill, House Bill H.1019, now faces additional procedural steps before it can reach the governor’s desk. By Paul Ploumis SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): The Massachusetts Senate voted in May 2026 to advance a bill that would ban single-use plastic carryout bags statewide …

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Exxon can sue California’s AG for defamation over recycling comments, judge rules Plastic Recycling  |  2026-02-26 23:42:18 Truncale dismissed the lawsuit against the environmental groups but allowed it to proceed against Bonta. By Paul Ploumis SEATTLE (Scrap Monster):  A federal judge in Texas has ruled that ExxonMobil can bring a defamation lawsuit against California’s attorney general over comments about the …

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Willenhall scrap metal firm rescued from administration Metal Recycling News  |  2026-02-26 23:41:16 Conrad Beighton and Kirsty Swan from Leonard Curtis were appointed joint administrators and concluded the sale on the same day. By Paul Ploumis SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): A Willenhall scrap metal recycling business has been rescued from administration in a pre-packaged sale that saved all 13 jobs. …

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Equinox Gold Valentine Mine to Boost Canada Output to 500K Ounces Mining News  |  2026-02-26 19:41:07 Analyst Jeremy Hoy estimates the company’s combined production, including mines in California and Nicaragua, could reach 800,000 ounces this year. By Paul Ploumis Summary Valentine Mine Ramp-Up: The Newfoundland-based Valentine mine could produce up to 200,000 ounces in 2026 after reaching …

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Rumford paper mill owners face lawsuit after employee falls 85 feet down chimney Paper Recycling  |  2026-02-25 00:12:15 Last year, ND Paper was forced to pay more than $20,000 after federal inspectors cited four workplace safety violations By Paul Ploumis SEATTLE (Scrap Monster):  The owners of a paper mill in Rumford are now at the center of a …

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Informal e-waste recycling risks community health E-waste Recycling  |  2026-02-25 00:11:05 While informal recycling recovers some metals, the remaining hazardous components are typically discarded in landfills. By Paul Ploumis SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): Within the framework of a circular economy, electronic waste recycling is vital for recovering rare materials. However, the rapid growth of informal small and medium-sized …

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Global Plastic Recycling Market to Hit $60.2B by 2031 Plastic Recycling  |  2026-02-24 11:22:14 Regionally, Asia Pacific leads with a 48.9% market share, followed by Europe at 31.2% and North America at 13.7%. By Paul Ploumis Summary Strong Market Expansion Ahead: The plastic recycling market is forecast to grow from $28.3 billion in 2022 to $60.2 billion …

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Poland’s Ferrous Scrap Exports Drop 8.6% in 2025 as Ukrainian Imports Surge to Record High Metal Recycling News  |  2026-02-24 04:38:20 Exports to the United States surged 2.2 times year on year to 68,560 tons. By Paul Ploumis Summary Exports Decline After Growth Streak: Poland’s ferrous scrap exports to third countries dropped 8.6% year on year to …

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UIC engineers develop plant-based plastic alternative for use in shopping bags Plastic Recycling  |  2026-02-24 01:35:05 To tackle these challenges, Achinivu-Ibagere’s research team focuses on using materials from plants, like cellulose and lignin, to create biodegradable plastic substitutes. By Paul Ploumis SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): Shopping at a pharmacy, grocery or other store in the city of Chicago? …

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