Barbie: This is how she tackles social issues

In this way, the cult figure reflects socio-critical issues such as sustainability, emancipation and diversity.

Energy transition and plastic pipes belong together

Energy transition and plastics - a perfect pair. What role do plastic pipes play in supplying wind energy?

Food at the highest level – thanks to plastic

Fiber-reinforced plastics (FRP) ensure that the cold chain is maintained for foodstuffs during transport and storage.

Plastic, the reliable helper: feeling good at home

Coronavirus, lockdown, working from home: staying at home was the order of the day for a long time, and more than some people would have liked.

A little housework: plastic as a household helper

Plastic doesn't just come in the form of packaging. Whether it's a lunch box, a laundry basket, a cleaning bucket or a toilet brush – it's a real multi-talent that supports us in a wide variety of ways in our everyday lives.

Plastics and 5G – a team that connects at speed

There's a striking gap between aspiration and reality when it comes to network coverage in Germany.

Building better means living better

We chop our vegetables on it, lean against it when looking out of the window or use it to protect ourselves from heat and cold: it is impossible to imagine houses and flats without plastic as a building material.

Whether cars, planes or trams: plastics make things lighter

Over 50 percent less weight per component and still safer – plastics make it possible.

Whether single-use or reusable takeaway: plastics can do both

"A coffee and a small salad to go, please." Ordering to take away from your nearby bistro, café or bakery during your lunch break: a practical and convenient thing to do.

Get out into the green – gardening made easy

Garden owners have to do a lot for their garden dream. Many little helpers made of plastic provide assistance.

A pretty good combination: plastic and water

Plastic and water can be a pretty good combination – and not just for the sustainable supply of drinks in PET bottles.

Barefoot, naked & without rackets – tennis without plastic

Ball sports such as tennis or badminton are popular among all age groups. Players must be agile and nimble. They need strong muscles to deliver a proper stroke. And they need the right equipment.

Wind turbines: no energy transition without plastics

Whether e-mobility, Internet from everywhere, working from home or energy transition: the world is currently seeing a 180-degree turn.

No Green Deal without Fluoroplastics

No energy transition without fluoroplastics! They are used in solar panels, wind turbines and batteries. Find out everything about the high-performance plastic in our article.

Raw material-independent and climate-neutral – innovations for the circular economy

Producing plastics independently of raw materials and in a climate-neutral way - impossible? No! Here are examples and innovations for the circular economy

First European certification scheme to prevent the loss of plastic pellets launched

Recycling yes, granulate loss - no! European certification Operation Clean Sweep launched

Killing two birds with one stone – plastic from CO₂

The whole world is working towards emitting less carbon dioxide to put a stop to climate change as far as possible. It’s therefore a good idea to use CO₂ can be recycled. The plastics industry, for example, uses it in its production processes. as a valuable chemical raw material.

Everything organic? What can bioplastics do?

Waste bags made from corn starch or castor oil-based bio-wall plugs: bio-plastics are in vogue. But what does the environment actually gain from them?

Efficient waste separation – properly separated is half recycled

Does the toothpaste tube actually belong in the yellow bin? Or in residual waste? Are you not sure? Don't worry, you're not alone.