Part 2 – Plastic Production & Recycling
Introduction
In a world of rising crude oil prices, businesses are seeking smarter, more stable alternatives to traditional plastics. One of the most promising solutions? rPET, or recycled polyethylene terephthalate.
What Is rPET?
rPET is created by recycling existing PET products, primarily plastic bottles, into new material for manufacturing. Unlike virgin PET, which is made from crude oil, rPET relies on post-consumer plastics. This significantly reduces its dependence on fossil fuels and shields it from oil market volatility.
Cost and Environmental Benefits
Switching to rPET can offer both economic and environmental wins. Financially, rPET provides more stable pricing, especially when crude oil prices are high or unstable. Environmentally, it helps reduce landfill waste and cuts carbon emissions associated with virgin plastic production.
Conclusion
As oil prices continue to fluctuate, incorporating rPET into your production process isn’t just good for the planet, it’s good business. Sustainable, scalable, and less vulnerable to economic swings, rPET positions companies for long-term resilience and responsibility.