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High energy prices, regulation, and cheap imports stymie plastics recycling in Europe

High energy prices, regulation, and cheap imports are stymieing plastics recycling in Europe, according to C&EN top stories, highlighting challenges facing the European chemical industry circular economy efforts.

Published October 28, 2026 · 00:57
High energy prices, regulation, and cheap imports stymie plastics recycling in Europe

High energy prices, regulation, and cheap imports are stymieing plastics recycling in Europe, according to C&EN top stories. The challenges highlight the difficulties facing the European chemical industry circular economy efforts amid global competition.

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