- In April 2023, NatureWorks LLC and Jabil Inc. partnered to introduce a groundbreaking powder made from Ingeo PLA, designed specifically for selective laser sintering 3D printing platforms. This innovative product provides a cost-effective alternative to the commonly used PA-12 material, making it more accessible for various industries looking to adopt sustainable 3D printing practices. The collaboration highlights the growing potential of PLA in advanced manufacturing applications, supporting the trend toward sustainable, high-performance materials in the 3D printing sector
- In March 2023, TotalEnergies Corbion, POSCO International, and ESOL formed a strategic partnership focused on advancing PLA recycling infrastructure and technology in South Korea. This collaboration aims to enhance the circular economy by improving PLA waste management and recycling processes, ensuring a more sustainable lifecycle for PLA products. The initiative also aligns with South Korea's government framework for achieving carbon neutrality, contributing to the country’s environmental goals. By addressing PLA recycling challenges, the partnership seeks to foster a more sustainable future for bioplastics in the region
- In November 2020, Total Corbion PLA released a comprehensive whitepaper addressing the preferred end-of-life solutions for PLA bioplastics. The document emphasizes the importance of PLA products in contributing to the circular economy, focusing on how these bioplastics can be effectively managed at the end of their lifecycle. The whitepaper outlines various recycling and composting strategies to ensure that PLA remains a viable, sustainable packaging solution, underlining the potential for PLA to play a key role in reducing plastic waste
