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Waste Minimisation
Effective waste management helps organisations to become more compliant with legislation designed to limit the environmental impact of landfill sites Every unit of material sent to waste carries a disposal cost. However the true cost of waste is more...
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Industrial & Commercial Recycling
Plastics NZ promotes efficient manufacturing products to minimise production waste and reduce material usage Plastics NZ promotes 'design for the environment' and engages with the plastics industry to encourage end-of-life recycling or reuse....
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EPS News
Find out the latest news from the EPS Sector Group Recycling Polystyrene from Building Sites Mandarin Version The use of expanded polystyrene in building has been around for many years due to its qualities as a strong, durable and lightweight material...
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Navigating the future of plastics – key international updates
NZ has a heavily reliance on raw materials imports, and our businesses are often geared towards exports, or supplying parts and packaging to those who do export. Over the last few weeks, discussions and announcements have been made to international...
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EPS and the Environment
EPS reduces our impact on the environment when used in a number of industries EPS is a smart choice to reduce our impact on the environment when used in the building, construction and packaging industries. The manufacture of EPS does not produce any...
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FAQs
Find the answers to some of the most common questions here {slider How much plastic is used in New Zealand?|closed} See the General Statistics section of this site. {slider Is plastic a good product?} Yes, plastic is a good product: it is energy...
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Environmental News
The latest Environmental News Stories from New Zealand and the world The latest Environmental News Stories from New Zealand and the world Commerce Commission Releases Guidelines On Environmental Claims - July 2020 Plastics NZ is pleased to welcome the...
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Consumer Recycling
There are lots of things you can do to help recycle plastics including sorting your plastics carefully, always rinsing your plastics and removing the lids. Consumer recycling refers to the collection and recycling of plastic articles post being used by...
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Plastics Industry call to recycle building offcuts
Plastics Industry call to recycle building offcuts Industry body Plastics New Zealand wants to encourage better handling practices of EPS on building sites to reduce the amount of construction EPS waste reaching New Zealand landfills. Building products...
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Alternatives To Recycling
Plastics that can't be recycled can be used as an alternative source of fuel due to the high amount of energy that can be produced from plastic waste. Did you know that plastics that can't be recycled can be used as an alternative fuel source?...
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EPS Recycling #6
Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) is a valuable resource that can be recycled to make new insulation products for housing, resulting in better health and living standards. Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) takes up a lot of space in landfills, weighs very little and...
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Polypropylene Recycling #5
Polypropylene (“PP”) is a highly recyclable and sought after material in Aotearoa NZ with strong value and a corresponding end market. Polypropylene* (“PP”) is a highly recyclable and sought after material in Aotearoa NZ with strong value and a...
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Case Study: Closing the Loop in the Cosmetics Sector.
Juvenate’s journey towards circularity supported by CircularConnect co-funding! August was an exciting month for Plastics NZ, with confirmation that funding for our Circular Economy Programme (courtesy of the Ministry for the Environment’s Waste...
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Closing the Loop in the Cosmetics Sector.
Juvenate’s journey towards circularity supported by CircularConnect co-funding! August was an exciting month for Plastics NZ, with confirmation that funding for our Circular Economy Programme (courtesy of the Ministry for the Environment’s Waste...
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Plastics & Environment
Plastics NZ keeps a close focus on environmental issues which affect our Members. We also aim to provide a balanced and objective view on areas of consumer interest. All products have an impact on the environment throughout their lifecycle. Plastics NZ...
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Design For The Environment
The environmental performance of a product is largely determined at the design stage. Learn more here... Product designers and brand-owners are increasingly considering the lifecycle impacts of their products when they are being designed. Life-Cycle...
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PPL Innovation Winners!
PPL win big at the Window & Glass Association Design Awards with their Closed Loop Recycled Coil System Plastics NZ's members PPL Plastic Solutions took out the Innovation Award at the WGANZ awards in July for their reusable coil made from recycled...
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Funding Sustainable Projects
Looking for funding for sustainable projects? Learn more here... Funding options are available in NZ for developing sustainable projects and products through General, Regional or Community based funds. Plastics Specific Funding opportunities includes...
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Bioplastics & Degradables
Are you confused about the terminology around bioplastics and degradables? Develop your understanding here... The terms "biopolymer" or "bioplastic" have been applied to a wide range of plastics and have been subjected to a wide range of...
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National Kerbside recycling takes effect 1st February 2024
Recycle right at kerbside - National Standardisation starts 1st February From today (1st Feb 2024), everyone in New Zealand will have to follow identical guidelines for what items can and cannot be placed in their kerbside recycling bins. From today,...
