Scrutinising scientific standards

This report critically examines the European Commission’s JRC study on plastic recycling technologies, exposing major methodological flaws that favour chemical recycling. It challenges the credibility of industry-backed data and highlights the true environmental costs of solvent- and pyrolysis-based methods. With clear recommendations for policymakers, it calls for science-based, transparent assessments to guide sustainable recycling strategies.

Available in English.

Published

08/05/2025

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