The path to carbon neutrality—and even carbon negativity—runs through renewable raw materials. Enter lignin: the world’s second most abundant natural polymer and an untapped powerhouse for sustainable innovation. Produced as a byproduct of pulp, paper, and biofuel industries, lignin makes up about one-third of plant mass and carries over 60% biobased carbon content. That means it can lock in […]

Join Us at Vinyltec® 2025 – The Premier Vinyl Plastics Conference The SPE Vinyl Plastics Division is excited to announce that Vinyltec® 2025 will be held in person in New Orleans, LA, from October 20–22, 2025. This annual conference serves as a key platform for professionals across the vinyl industry, focusing on cutting-edge technologies, regulatory […]

About the Summit TUS Athlone, Ireland, will host GPSIS 2025, featuring over 30 speakers, exhibitors, and posters, along with an optional training day. In addition, up to 60 early-stage researchers will present peer-reviewed research papers, and all technical papers will be published. This event will empower and advance Global Polymer Sustainability and Innovation for the future. The […]

We invite proposals from professionals with strong expertise and hands-on experience in the evolving landscape of plastics in packaging. This event will explore innovations, regulatory frameworks, and sustainability strategies shaping the future of flexible and rigid packaging applications. We are especially interested in case studies, breakthrough research, collaborative initiatives, and presentations that offer actionable insights to […]

Come listen to Profile Plastics, Inc.'s Dan Cruz talk about the unique opportunities in thermoforming! Discover how design choices can unlock the potential of thermoforming for successful product launches. Explore this cost-effective process and see how it compares to other plastic manufacturing methods. Our discussion will provide you with practical insights and proven strategies that […]

Have you ever looked at a cracked plastic part and thought:  “Wow… I definitely did not see that coming.” Yeah—same. This is why I’m excited about the upcoming SPE Workshop: Failure in Plastics—a 4‑part online series where we take a deep dive into why plastic parts fail, and more importantly, how to stop them from […]

ANTEC® 2026 is where you will find the latest breakthroughs in plastics technology, advanced polymer research, and next-generation processing solutions. This is more than a conference—it’s a launchpad for solving real-world challenges in science, engineering, and industry. Join a dynamic community of global thought leaders, researchers, and professionals driving progress in plastics. Whether you're looking to elevate your expertise through […]

Are you responsible for predicting how plastic parts will behave months or years into service? Do you want to use rheology as an engineering tool—not just a test result—to understand molecular structure, formulation choices, and performance limits? SPE's 4.5-hour online workshop, Introduction to Polymer Rheology: Fundamentals of Viscoelasticity and Time-Temperature Superposition, taking place March 26th, 30th, […]

Are you being asked to distinguish science-based biodegradability from unsupported claims? Learn More Here  Do you need to verify compostability against ASTM and ISO standards? Can you confidently interpret biodegradation curves, estimate t₉₀, and assess performance beyond controlled lab conditions? If you’re responsible for evaluating, specifying, or defending biodegradable and compostable plastics, you need more […]