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Circular economy
The circular economy is a sustainable development model designed to minimize waste by continuously promoting the reuse and recycling of materials.
For recycled plastic products, this approach is essential to reducing the use of natural resources and lowering environmental impact.
The goal is to transition from a linear model (production, use, disposal) to a closed-loop system, where materials are recovered, transformed, and reintegrated into production processes. This system not only reduces pollution but also helps create a more resilient economy that is less dependent on finite resources.
The 5 R’s of Recycling
Reduce
Limit resource consumption and waste production.
Reuse
Give new life to used products instead of discarding them.
Recycle
Design products to be easily recyclable or repairable.
Repair
Extend the lifespan of objects through maintenance and repair.
Redesign
Transform waste materials into new products.
Reduce
Limit resource consumption and waste production.
Reuse
Give new life to used products instead of discarding them.
Recycle
Design products to be easily recyclable or repairable.
Repair
Extend the lifespan of objects through maintenance and repair.
Redesign
Transform waste materials into new products.
PET Recycling
PET (polyethylene terephthalate) recycling is crucial, as plastic bottle pollution is one of the most significant contributors to plastic waste.
PET can be recovered, processed, and transformed into new products without losing its quality, making it safe for food contact.
This process reduces the need for new plastic production and lowers CO₂ emissions, fostering a virtuous cycle that protects the environment and revalues waste as a valuable resource.
FAQ
How Pandora applies the circular economy
The circular economy is a sustainable model that reduces waste and pollution by promoting reuse and recycling. Pandora plays a key role in this virtuous loop, identifying the most suitable materials and optimizing product engineering for this specific practice.
What Are the Advantages of Pandora’s Use of PET?
Pandora has gained extensive expertise in using rPET, making it a reference point for its application. Additionally, Pandora holds a European patent (EP3747316: Injection process for the production of PET and rPET articles), which overcomes technical limitations in the process and makes the reuse of this material economically viable.