22 Feb 2022 --- Scientists from Heriot-Watt University, UK, have received funding from government agency Innovate UK to develop additives and processing methods that will “drastically increase” the recycled content of PET beverage bottles. The scientists say the outcome will help manufacturers meet the UK and EU requirements that all new PET bottles contain a minimum of 30% recycled PET from 2030. The team will work with Glasgow-based business EnviroPET and scientists from the University of Strathclyde on the two-year project, which is supported by Interface Scotland. Douglas Craig, managing director of EnviroPET says: “Our technology will help manufacturers comply with recycling targets and legislation and improve their bottle quality and environmental performance.”
