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Innovation in bioplastics—based on global patent activity—is at its highest point for almost two decades, while investment in plastics recycling technology is accelerating, says a report on green tech published by Appleyard Lees.

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19 October 2021 A new study from the European Patent Office shows that Europe and the US are leading the pack in plastic recycling technologies, with both regions each generating 30% of international patent families worldwide.

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