Michelin has recently launched two new tires containing 45% and 58% sustainable materials, which will be suitable for passenger cars and buses. Both new tires have been approved for road use, laying the foundation for the launch of high-content sustainable material tires in the next two to three years.

In 2021, the use of post-consumer recycled content in European plastic products increased by 20% to an average of 10%, but the industry hopes that strong government policies to support chemical recycling will accelerate this process.

With the theme of "Achieving Change", Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC) showcased a variety of advanced polymer technologies at K2022 to help OEMs, brand owners and processors reduce carbon emissions. The company also launched two strategic initiatives, TRUCIRCLE and BLUEHERO.

As global environmental awareness gradually increases, the concept of environmental protection has become popular. Not only in high-end watches, but also in the selection of materials for smart watches, we can see that major brands have unanimously chosen sustainable development, green and environmentally friendly recycled materials.

Black & Decker, a brand of Stanley Black & Decker, based in Towson, Maryland, has announced the retail launch of its new Reviva line of cordless power tools, which are geared toward environmentally conscious consumers and feature chemically recycled plastic content.

Quadpack, a manufacturer of beauty packaging containers, has announced the launch of its new Regula Refill jar, which is designed and manufactured from a single material and is reusable and recyclable, optimizing the consumer experience.

On October 9, the National Energy Administration issued the "Energy Carbon Peak and Carbon Neutrality Standardization Enhancement Action Plan". The document mentioned that by 2025, a relatively complete energy standard system that can effectively support and lead the green and low-carbon transformation of energy will be initially established, energy standards will shift from quantity and scale to quality and efficiency, the standard organization system will be further improved, and energy standards will interact well with technological innovation and industrial development, effectively promoting the green and low-carbon transformation of energy, energy conservation and carbon reduction, technological innovation, and carbon emission reduction in the industrial chain.

To meet consumer demand and regulatory requirements, major manufacturers and brands are increasingly using post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastics in their products, demonstrating that all players in the value chain are committed to the common goal of a circular economy.