Eastman joined some of the world's leading businesses in signing the New Plastics Economy Global Commitment, and it is a founding signatory to the
New Plastics Economy Global Commitment: Sharing ideas to solve a great challenge
"As we look at the climate and plastic waste crises, and drive towards a circular economy, we know we need to work with partners to solve these significant world problems, and the
The New Plastics Economy Global Commitment includes not only plastics producers but also businesses like Apple, H&M, Coca-Cola and
Signatories to the organization commit to eliminating all problematic and unnecessary plastic items; to innovating to ensure that the plastics we need are reusable, recyclable or compostable; and to circulating all plastic items we use to keep them in the economy and out of the environment. Visit the New Plastics Economy Global Commitment to learn more.
Eastman is taking real action now to contribute to a future of infinite plastic reuse. The company launched molecular recycling technologies at commercial scale in
The
Eastman also became an activating member of the
More than 60 activating members signed onto the
"Our purpose is to enhance the quality of life in a material way," said
As a material supplier and activating member, Eastman is proud to support the
1. Define a list of packaging to be designated as problematic or unnecessary by 2021 and take measures to eliminate them by 2025.
2. All plastic packaging to be 100% reusable, recyclable, or compostable.
3. Undertake ambitious actions to effectively recycle or compost 50% of plastic packaging.
4. The average recycled content or responsibly sourced bio-based content in plastic packaging to be 30%.
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About Eastman: Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company's innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end-markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive and diverse company, Eastman employs approximately 14,500 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2019 revenues of approximately
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