DETIC takes part in the Green Deal Anders Verpakt to reduce the environmental impact of packaging
The Green Deal Anders Verpakt is an agreement initiated by OVAM, DETIC, COMEOS, FEVIA and VIL at the initiative of the Flemish government. This multisector agreement focuses on preventing and reusing packaging. The initiative aims to encourage organisations, companies and other stakeholders to seek alternatives to reduce the environmental impact of packaging. The Green Deal […]
Pack it better promotes ecodesign in packaging
The industry has made significant commitments to reduce the impact of packaging and increase recyclability. In response to these commitments, Comeos, Fevia and DETIC, together with Fost Plus and Valipac, have set up the platform www.packitbetter.be. Pack It Better promotes ecodesign in packaging by bringing companies and centres of expertise into contact with one another. […]
Arpadis innovates for sustainable supply chains
Growth company Arpadis distributes chemical products in Europe and the rest of the world from BlueChem, incubator for sustainable chemistry in Antwerp. In the BlueChem labs, experts work closely with customers and suppliers on sustainable innovations and logistics solutions for reduced CO2 emissions. The focus is mainly on raw materials for adhesives, paints and insulation […]
Vynova is the first world-wide to produce caustic soda with an ISCC PLUS label
The Belgian branch of chemical company Vynova in Tessenderlo can lay claim to a world first. The company has launched caustic soda or sodium hydroxide produced entirely with the use of renewable energy. Vynova was the first company in the world to receive the international sustainability certification ISCC PLUS for this. Sodium hydroxide is used, […]
DETIC’s Charter(s) for Responsible Advertizing Cosmetics
The Belgian cosmetics industry is committed to working in line with the advertising code of DETIC, which has been extended to include a charter for responsible advertising and marketing communication. In doing so, the cosmetics industry recognises the importance of responsible advertising and marketing communication, which is essential to inform consumers about the characteristics of […]