Circular Economy for Plastics: What It Is and Why It Matters
For decades, there has been an established model of production known as the linear model. Raw materials are extracted. Products are made. They are used for a short time. Then they are thrown away. In
A Packaging Converter’s Guide to Processing Bio-PBAT Resin
Bio‑PBAT resin is no longer a lab‑scale alternative or a future material. It is running on thousands of film lines and moulding machines today, mostly on the same equipment that processes LDPE or PP. This
The Agri-Waste Revolution: How India is Solving the Plastic Crisis
Here is a startling fact: each year, India produces more than 9.3 million tons of plastic waste. It makes India responsible for generating about 20% of the entire global plastic waste. Here is another fact
Why the World is Divided Over PLA
In the past few years, PLA (Polylactic Acid) has become the face of “eco-friendly plastics.” It is everywhere now — in compostable cups, takeaway boxes, and even 3D printing materials. It is marketed as biodegradable,
Carbon Footprint of Various Types of Bioplastic & Conventional Polymer
There’s a lot of optimism around bioplastics today, and for good reason. Studies show that using bioplastics can cut greenhouse gas emissions by up to 25% compared to fossil-based plastics. It sounds like a simple
A Compilation of Commonly Asked Questions related to Bioplastic, PBAT, PLA, PHA, PVA
Bioplastic is a broad term for a family of plastic materials. To be called a bioplastic, it has to meet one or both of the following criteria: Crucially, bio-based does not always mean biodegradable. Here
PCTE Group of Institutes organised “Craftique 2025”, A Conclave & Handicraft Exhibition on Preserving Crafts and Promoting Sustainable Fashion
PCTE Group of Institutes Hosts “Craftique 2025”, A Conclave & Handicraft Exhibition on Preserving Crafts and Promoting Sustainable Fashion The event was enriched by eminent guest speakers. Neeraj Dhir, Co-Founder of A-Star Clothing, shared his
