The RECOUP Summit will be focused on new developments in technology that will help to drive future improvements in the plastics recycling and resource efficiency value chain. One of the underpinning themes will be how collaboration is a key factor in overcoming the different technology challenges and driving progress.

The Summit will consist of focused breakout sessions in the morning, with speakers including projects funded by UK Research & Innovation’s Smart Sustainable Plastic Packaging Challenge, delivered by Innovate UK. The topics are:

• Understanding the role of data in the circular economy: this session will examine the importance of data collection in advancing the circular economy, highlighting the function of accurate data in helping to deliver the changes that are needed.
• The role of technology in advancing recycling processes: this session will explore the effects of chemical recycling and other advancements in technology that are transforming the recycling industry.
• Food contact packaging: this session will explore possibilities and innovations in enhancing recycled content in high end applications.

These will be followed by lunch and networking in the afternoon.