What we recycle

Plastics

Plastics are composed of polymers i.e., compounds made of many small molecules.

Ferrous metals

Ferrous metals, primarily composed of iron, include materials like steel and cast iron, which are commonly found in construction, manufacturing, and transportation.

Non-Ferrous metals

Non-ferrous metals, such as aluminum, copper, lead, zinc, and titanium, do not contain iron and are valued for their resistance to corrosion and high conductivity.

Paper

Recycled paper is a versatile material that can replace or supplement virgin pulp to create new products like packaging, newspapers, and insulation.

Textiles

Textiles, including both synthetic fibers like polyester and natural fibers like cotton, are integral to daily life, with global production nearly tripling since 1975.

Tyres

Tyres contain multiple valuable materials such as rubber (75%), steel (15%) and textile fibres (10%).

Construction & Demolition

Construction and demolition (C&D) waste includes materials like concrete, bricks, wood, metals, glass, plastics, and hazardous substances such as asbestos.

End-of-life Vehicles

End-of-life Vehicles (ELVs) contain valuable materials like metals (steel, aluminum), plastics, rubber, and glass, as well as batteries.

E-waste

E-waste, otherwise referred to as waste electronical and electronic equipment (WEEE), is mainly composed of non-ferrous metals (nickel, copper, lead, etc.

Ships

End-of-life ships are decommissioned vessels that contain valuable materials like steel, metals, and electronics, along with hazardous substances such as asbestos, oils, and toxic chemicals.

Who we are

6th European Recycling Conference x EuRIC 10th anniversary

When & where

When & where

Join us on 26 September 2024, at the illustrious Grand Villa Torretta in Milano, Italy, as we celebrate a decade of EuRIC’s commitment to circularity and sustainable recycling practices.

In partnership with Assofermet, we proudly present our anniversary event themed “Recycling Today, Resourcing Tomorrow.”

Over the past ten years, EuRIC has been at the forefront of promoting recycling and a circular economy in Europe and beyond. This milestone marks a significant moment in our journey towards a greener future.

As we commemorate this special occasion, we invite industry leaders, policymakers, and advocates to join us in reflecting on our actions so far and envisioning the path forward. Together, let us explore how recycling today can preserve resources for generations to come.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a transformative dialogue and network with like-minded individuals dedicated to driving circularity and shaping EU decision-making. Join us at the Grand Villa Torretta for an inspiring evening of celebration, knowledge-sharing, and envisioning a sustainable future. The event will be followed by a networking cocktail and a Gala dinner!

EuRIC and Assofermet look forward to welcoming you to this unforgettable event!

Journalists are invited to contact info@euric.org to receive their accredidation. 

EuRIC AGENDA ERC2024

 

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