Thailand’s foremost petrochemical producer by capacity, PTT Global Chemical Plc (PTTGC), is broadening its recycling operations with a focus on opaque plastic containers, primarily bottles. This endeavour is part of the company’s newly introduced campaign aimed at fostering eco-friendly habits among the youth.
The campaign constitutes the company’s second environmental initiative following its venture into recycling waste polyethene terephthalate (PET) bottles. PTTGC aims to expand its recycling scope to include high-density polyethene (HDPE) and resin, as stated by Kongkrapan Intarajang, the Chief Executive and President of PTTGC, reported Bangkok Post.
HDPE is used in the manufacture of opaque plastic materials such as milk and detergent containers. Many individuals remain unaware that discarded containers of this sort can be recycled like PET…
