News & Events
Stay up to date with the latest announcements, events, and updates from the DROP-IN initiative.
EU Takes First Step Toward Legal Recognition of Dissolution (Solvent-Based) Recycling
The European Commission has, for the first time, proposed a legal definition for Dissolution (solvent-based) Recycling as part of new measures to strengthen plastics recycling. This marks a key step toward formal recognition of dissolution recycling within the EU circular economy framework ahead of the upcoming Circular Economy Act.
Another Dissolution Recycling technology is coming up soon
ALPLA Group has revealed it is piloting a solvent-based process for food-safe recycled HDPE material in collaboration with independent technological institute NTCP, at a plant in Heerenveen, Netherlands.
New Academic Chair Launched to Advance Dissolution-Based Recycling
DROP-IN welcomes the launch of a new academic chair led by Ghent University, in collaboration with Provincie Zeeland and DROP-IN member PS Loop B.V., dedicated to advancing dissolution-based recycling as a high-quality and energy-efficient complement to existing recycling technologies.
Free Webinar: “Dissolution Is the Solution” — Join Industry Leaders Discussing Next-Gen Plastics Recycling
DROP-IN members will host a free online webinar exploring how dissolution-based recycling improves plastic recyclate quality and reduces CO₂ emissions.