In collaboration with HAS Hogeschool, we conducted research on plastic recycling.
The conclusion was clear: via our Recycle Factory test case it was simple 74% CO2 reduction feasible.
Petroleum oil and combustion
For the production of 1 kg of HDPE plastic, 0.91 kg of petroleum* is needed.
In the Netherlands, 35% of the company’s waste** is incinerated.
Both processes release a lot of CO2, which we prevent by using the Recycle Factory.
Testcase 74% CO2 reduction
In our test case, we assumed distribution deliveries to a wholesaler in the Netherlands, who then delivers a pallet to a regional cleaning company.
The wholesaler takes the empty packaging back upon delivery, and Spectro collects the empty packaging upon the next delivery.
There are many variables that determine the result; the amount and distance have a major impact.
First result
At this year’s Interclean, Spectro presented the first result: our brand new Ecodos Dosage Bottle.
This innovative packaging is therefore the first production batch made from 100% recycled plastics that we have received back from our customers.
Something that the independent jury has rewarded with a nomination for the Innovation Award.
Want to know more about it or participate?
View the page of the Recycle Factory or take Contact with us.
We can also calculate your case to your exact specifications.
*Plastics Europe. (2005). HIGH DENSITY POLYETHYLENE (HDPE). Plastics Europe.
**Nusselder, S., & Snijder, L. (May 2019). Plastic use and processing of plastic waste in the Netherlands. Retrieved from ce.nl: https://www.ce.nl/publicaties/2298/plasticgebruik-en-verwerking-van-plastic-afval-in-nederland