Voluntary commitment by industry: how successful can it be?

18 juil. 2017 à 15:20

The concept of voluntary agreements to apply sustainability industry isn't new but agreements endorsed by authorities remain rare. What role can voluntary approaches play in advancing towards a more sustainable industry?

EYDC Amsterdam: Petrochemistry and plastics in a passionate youngster’s debate

4 juil. 2017 à 15:19

For the second year running, the European Youth Debating Competition (EYDC) came to the Netherlands. The National Finals in Amsterdam gathered 43 students from 5 schools and saw a passionate and enjoyable debate.

A vest against water shortage

3 juil. 2017 à 15:19

In October 2016, hurricane Matthew hit Haiti, destroying lives and livelihoods of many. People often lost everything, even the access to the most basic facilities, like fresh and clean water. As a result, people often had to cover large distances to get water.

World Oceans Day: Why the protection of oceans is a top priority

8 juin 2017 à 15:18

Marine litter is a global challenge that affects the world’s oceans, seas and rivers, harming wild life, fisheries and tourism. This phenomenon needs to be addressed with all the available means, given its environmental, economic and health impact.

Polish winners of EYDC 2017

31 mai 2017 à 15:18

The youth debate organised on 30 May at Warsaw University of Technology was the fourth of seven planned events of the European Youth Debating Competition, organised by the European Petrochemical Association (EPCA) and PlasticsEurope.

Students of Milano and surroundings debate on petrochemical and on the digital era

19 mai 2017 à 15:17

On Tuesday, May 16, the Italian "European Youth Debating Competition" project was held in Milano. It was a real success. About 100 students who participated with enthusiasm and interest in the debate, accompanied by almost thirty teachers.

Spanish EYDC winners ready for European final in Berlin!

16 mai 2017 à 15:16

On 11 May, the second edition of the European Youth Debating Competition - Spanish National Final - took place in Tarragona.

Let’s Clean Up Europe!

16 mai 2017 à 15:16

On Friday, May 12, PlasticsEurope Brussels team organised for the fourth consecutive year a clean-up action in the framework of the “Let’s Clean Up Europe” (LCUE) initiative.

European Youth Debating Competition 2017: Kick-Off in Germany

3 mai 2017 à 15:15

The European Youth Debating Competition (EYDC) 2017 was launched with the German finals.

European Youth Debating Competition: first winners selected in Zagreb

2 mai 2017 à 14:46

The first of nine European youth debates (EYDC) is over. In Zagreb, Croatian youth discussed intensively the question of whether they imagine their future to be with chemicals and plastics.