Interdisciplinary initiative

AAU Circular Plastics

Improved waste management and further re- and upcycling of plastics are needed to limit plastic pollution and to keep it in the value chain. Researchers at Aalborg University are teaming up with national and international companies to contribute to this development.

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Interdisciplinary initiative

AAU Circular Plastics

AAU Circular Plastics is a collaborative platform of researchers from across AAU's faculties and departments dedicated to advancing the field of circular plastics. Our platform serves as a hub where researchers can connect, collaborate, and collectively work towards transforming the way plastics are used, recycled, and managed.

Beyond academia, we strive to actively engage with industry and policymakers to bring about real-world impact. By leveraging our research findings and insights, we aim to promote the adoption of sustainable practices and support decision-making for the transition to a circular plastics economy.

Quote by Associate Professor Cristiano Varrone

The Uplift project discovers a way to recycle dirty and troublesome plastic

After four years, researchers from various EU nations led by Associate Professor Cristiano Varrone from Aalborg University have found a method to break down and recycle mixed products and dirty plastic that otherwise are incinerated, leading to unnecessary CO2 emissions.

Link to WasteTech at ing.dk (opens new window)