Editor's Note

Recycling for a Sustainable Future

Metal recycling is picking up pace with the growing emphasis on resource conservation and greenhouse gas emission reduction. By recycling metal, businesses are able to obtain raw materials without compromising the quality of the products they produce. Plastic recycling is also gaining momentum owing to the increasing push towards production of lightweight components, which are used in various industries including building & construction, automotive, and electrical & electronics. In this special issue, we have focused on this niche segment.

The cover story of this issue features PT. Pelita Mekar Semesta. Founded in Gresik, Indonesia in 2011, it is one of the few recycling companies in Indonesia that adheres to high standards in the handling and processing of plastic scrap. Pelita Mekar Semesta is a company that specializes in Integrated Plastic Recycling. This...  >>More