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Wieland Breaks Ground on $27M U.S. Brass and Copper Plant Expansion Metal Recycling News  |  2026-01-22 10:16:08 Initial operations for the multi-phase project are scheduled to begin in Spring 2027, with full completion expected by 2031. By Paul Ploumis Summary Wieland launched a $27 million expansion project at its Montpelier, Ohio facility to strengthen domestic semi-finished brass …

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Scrap Metal Recycling Market Size to Hit USD 722.65 Billion by 2035 Metal Recycling News  |  2026-01-22 03:45:38 The scrap metal recycling market is growing due to increasing demand for sustainable materials, rising metal prices, and global efforts to reduce environmental impact. By Paul Ploumis SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): The global scrap metal recycling market size accounted for USD …

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EU targets virgin plastic imports with new circularity measures Plastic Recycling  |  2026-01-08 02:14:10 As a result, it plans to collaborate with the European Investment Bank and national banks to enhance financing for the circular economy.  By Paul Ploumis SEATTLE (Scrap Monster):  The European Commission (EC) has unveiled new measures to tackle rising imports of cheap virgin …

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U.S. Ferrous Scrap Market Bolstered by EAF Capacity Growth Metal Recycling News  |  2026-01-07 11:43:52 Seasonal factors also remain influential, as winter weather disruptions can constrain collection and transportation activity. By Paul Ploumis Summary U.S. ferrous scrap remains vital for manufacturing, with supply chains increasingly complex and interdependent. Advanced steelmaking technologies and electric arc furnace expansion are …

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New Report: Global Recycled Plastic Market Forecast to Double by 2031 Plastic Recycling  |  2026-01-07 11:42:44 Regionally, Asia Pacific dominates the global recycled plastic market, accounting for more than 58% of total demand. By Paul Ploumis Summary The recycled plastic market was valued at US$48.6B in 2022 and is forecast to reach US$95.5B by 2031, growing at …

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Global Recycled Plastic Market to Double by 2031 Plastic Recycling  |  2026-01-07 03:32:48 Regionally, Asia Pacific dominates the global recycled plastic market, accounting for more than 58% of total demand. By Paul Ploumis Summary The recycled plastic market was valued at US$48.6B in 2022 and is forecast to reach US$95.5B by 2031, growing at 8.9% CAGR. Growth …

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Emerald Packaging replaces one million pounds of virgin plastic with PCR Plastic Recycling  |  2026-01-07 02:48:55 Emerald Packaging notes that integrating PCR materials can divert plastic waste from landfills and reduce carbon emissions produced from virgin plastic production. By Paul Ploumis SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): Emerald Packaging has replaced over one million pounds of virgin PE with post-consumer recycled …

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Wearable health devices could generate a million tons of e-waste by 2050 Plastic Recycling  |  2026-01-07 02:48:14 An even bigger surprise is that it’s not the plastic that’s the problem. By Paul Ploumis SEATTLE (Scrap Monster):  This week in Las Vegas, tech companies at CES 2026 are unveiling the latest wearable health devices — glucose monitors, blood pressure trackers, …

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Mount Milligan Copper-Gold Mine Expansion Approved Through 2035 Mining News  |  2026-01-06 11:40:46 The B.C. Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) confirmed the decision after completing a nine-month assessment of the mine owner’s application to operate at a higher production rate. By Paul Ploumis Summary Approval secured: B.C. authorities approved Mount Milligan’s expansion after a nine-month environmental assessment covering …

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ACOR calls for urgent action on plastic packaging Plastic Recycling  |  2026-01-06 03:23:21 According to ACOR, Australia uses more than 1.3 million tonnes of plastic packaging each year – most of it imported – yet over a million tonnes still end up landfilled or littered. By Paul Ploumis SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): The Australian Council of Recycling (ACOR) is …

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