German chemical giant Covestro announced on the evening of the 16th local time that it has successfully developed an innovative polycarbonate recycling process.
In this process, polycarbonate plastic is converted back into monomer (a precursor to plastic), which is reused in the production process as an alternative raw material. Covestro has started a pilot test for the technical implementation of the chemical recycling process at its headquarters in Leverkusen, Germany. The process still needs continuous optimization and further development before it can be industrialized.
Dr. Thorsten Dreier, Chief Technology Officer of Covestro, said: "As a producer of plastics such as polycarbonate, we are naturally responsible for the use of these important materials, including the disposal of their products at the end of their life. Responsibility. Our strength lies in: We know how our products are designed and can therefore develop corresponding recycling solutions in a targeted manner. Our colleagues who are responsible for the development of the chemical recycling process for polycarbonate have once again proved that the closed loop of the future is completely Possibly. We need to recycle waste plastics as a resource and alternative raw material to close the loop."
According to reports, the use of primary fossil raw materials in production can be replaced by recycling plastics. Comprehensive recycling thus contributes to climate neutrality as well as the protection of natural resources and the environment. While physical recycling of polycarbonate has become an important part of Covestro's recycling strategy, Covestro is actively developing chemical recycling.
Covestro is one of the world's leading producers of high-quality polymers and their components. In fiscal year 2022, Covestro will generate sales of 18 billion euros. By the end of 2022, Covestro will have 50 production sites around the world.
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