Waste Management

Plastic waste generation will increase in the coming years in China, mainly due to the fast development of the Chinese economy and progressing urbanization, posing significant environmental concern. Therefore, the incorporation of sustainable approach to manage plastic waste becomes critical. In 2018, China came out with plastic wastes ban to focus...

04 Oct 2021  |  North America  |  Mega Trends

Global Waste Recycling and Circular Economy Outlook, 2021

The Increasing Adoption of Smart Technologies Will Boost Decarbonization and the Digital Sustainability of Supply Chains

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2021 is defined by a continued market reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic, implying that recycling facilities are still adjusting to market fluctuations. Digitalization and decarbonization will gain momentum and companies will strive to achieve sustainability goals and will continue to focus on innovative technologies. The market is pushing for a ...

The global waste management industry is transitioning toward greater digital technology adoption with the growing availability and deployment of smart solutions such as smart bins and fleet management, cloud computing, customer interfaces, waste tracking systems, and AI robotic sorting. These solutions will significantly improve waste collection, t...

17 Sep 2021  |  North America  |  Mega Trends

US Circular Economy for Lubricants Growth Opportunities

Demand for Sustainable and High-quality Base Oils Drives Future Growth Potential

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The United States accounts for more than 20% of all lubricants consumed globally. It has one of the highest per capita consumption rates of 7.6 gallons per year. Key factors such as high automobile use or ownership and a huge variety of industries contribute to the demand for lubricants. In 2020, total demand for lubricants in the United States rea...

Buildings are one of the leading carbon emitters with hotels contributing 15% to 20% of the emissions. In Southeast Asia, green hospitality is often considered only as the compliance of hotels with green building standards. However, it also encompasses other specific operational aspects. Green hospitality is likely to benefit from approximately 15%...

The level of hazardous waste management varies among Asia-Pacific countries. Many countries still face major difficulties in managing locally produced hazardous waste. The private sector is often involved in treating hazardous waste at the national level; this is prevalent to a large extent in countries such as Singapore, Australia, and to a lesser...