Black Week 2023 | Save 60% on environmental training at Interzero Academy!
Black Week 2023 | Save 60% on environmental training at Interzero Academy!
To celebrate the upcoming Black Week, we have prepared an amazing promotion for you on Interzero Academy - Up to -60% for all environmental training!
Waste management, BDO, extended producer responsibility, air emissions, the bail-in system, SUP, PPWR, water and wastewater management - these are all topics you can delve into on our Interzero Academy learning platform. Plus now at a favourable price.
Why take advantage of our courses?
Expertise: Our courses are created by experienced environmental experts. You will receive the most up-to-date and reliable knowledge.
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Please note that the promotion is valid from 9:00 a.m. on 21.11.2023 until 11:59 p.m. on 27.11.2023 and does not combine with other promotions.
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Be with us at the Zero Waste Fair in Warsaw!
Be with us at the Zero Waste Fair in Warsaw!
The Zero Waste Fair will take place on 2 December at 25 Bracka Street in Warsaw (Dom towarowy Bracia Jabłkowscy). This will be the 10th edition of this event!
Our eco-education stand will also be there, where we will show the youngest visitors how to incorporate eco-friendly attitudes into their everyday lives. In addition, there will be all kinds of surprises!
Check out the schedule of events at our stand:
- Collection of electro-waste. For every electrical appliance you bring, you will receive a plant. Join the event on Facebook: HERE (hours: 10:00 - 18:00).
- Family flow workshop, Where we will be saving the lives of lonely socks! You can bring your own individual socks or get one from us on site to create, for example, a monster mascot or a gnome (hours: 10:00 - 18:00).
- Exchange of items at the Unwanted Gifts rack - you can leave unwanted gifts on the rack or exchange yours for another (hours: 10:00 - 18:00).
- The bookish part of the stand, where the items relating to climate, environment or social issues will be available for purchase - thanks to the cooperation with DoDiela (hours: 10:00 - 18:00).
- (For records) family workshop for carers with children aged 8+ on making jewellery from electro-waste. Applications to: edukacja@interzero.pl (Time: 14:00).
- Reading for the youngest about the extraordinary adventures of socks (the reading will take place in the bookshop area) (time: 16:00).
A video summary of the 2022 fair, as well as a preview of this year's edition, can be found under the link HERE.
Zero Waste Fair attract enthusiasts of ecology and sustainable living. It is a unique and one-of-a-kind event where we can meet truly committed creators, participate in workshops, and take part in the collection of objects that can find a new life in the hands of others. Don't miss out!
See you at the Zero Waste Fair!
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Participate in the training course New requirements for batteries and waste batteries in light of Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 of the European Parliament and of the Council
Participate in the training course New requirements for batteries and waste batteries in light of Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 of the European Parliament and of the Council
You are cordially invited to a webinar entitled. "New requirements for batteries and waste batteries in light of Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 of the European Parliament and of the Council ", which will already take place on 23 November 2023 (Thursday).
The online training will be led by: Przemysław Kuna, Managing Director at Interzero.
Scope of the webinar:
- Sustainability and safety requirements
- Labelling and marking requirements
- The role of introducers, importers and distributors
- Implementation of due diligence systems
- Battery waste management including extended producer responsibility
You can find the detailed scope of topics and the registration page under the link HERE
Registration for the webinar is open until: 23 November 2023 at 8:00 am.
You are welcome!
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Did you know that two Polish cities are included in the ranking of climate and environmentally friendly cities?
Did you know that two Polish cities are included in the ranking of climate and environmentally friendly cities?
More and more travellers around the world are making it a priority to visit sustainable destinations. The Global Destination Sustainability Movement annually rates cities on their environmental friendliness. The assessment covers four main areas: environmental performance, which takes into account public transport policy, carbon emissions and the use of renewable energy sources; social effectiveness, covering aspects such as personal safety, health and well-being; management method; and the sustainability of tourism service providers such as airports, hotels and restaurants in a given city.
In 2023, the group expanded its list to 100 cities around the world. In the top 20 destinations ranking, Denmark took the top spot, with five cities in the top 20. Sweden also gained three places in this ranking. For the seventh time in a row, the most sustainable city was Gothenburg, Sweden, which is located on an archipelago. The city has been actively involved in environmental protection policy. One of the ambitious projects is the Gothenburg Green City Zone, which aims to completely eliminate emissions in this zone by 2030 thanks to modern means of transport and infrastructure. Gothenburg Airport holds the highest certification, Airport Carbon Accreditation, and its shuttle bus is powered by rapeseed oil. The city's southern islands are completely vehicle-free and can only be reached by public transport. With a score of 94.64% out of 100%, Gothenburg is recognised as one of the greenest cities in the world.
In Poland , Cracow (43% out of 100%) and Gdansk (29% out of 100%) were rated the highest. Krakow focuses on improving air quality, developing urban mobility, energy efficiency of buildings, the quality of green areas and increasing their availability, and raising the ecological and climate awareness of residents. In Gdańsk, city authorities are focusing on eliminating plastic use, promoting local culture and creating alternative and attractive tourist destinations in revitalised areas.
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Visit the Interzero stand at the Retail Show 2023
Visit the Interzero stand at the Retail Show 2023
We would like to invite you to the Interzero stand no. B20 during the Retail Show 2023 at the EXPO XXI in Warsaw.
On 22 and 23 November 2023, Interzero will be exhibiting at the 11th Retail Equipment Show at the Warsaw EXPO XXI. This event is primarily aimed at the retail industry, companies from Poland and around the world specialising in the provision of IT systems for trade, shop equipment, furniture, products, security and protection systems, advisory, legal and consulting services or FMCG goods.
Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about modern technologies that foster a sustainable approach to waste management. Among other things, we will be showcasing the innovative Sielaff branded bottle machines, which enable efficient collection of packaging waste covered by the deposit system as early as 2025, and the Oklin compact composting device. There will also be the opportunity to meet Interzero experts at our stand, ready to provide information and share their knowledge on the latest industry solutions.
More details of the event available HERE.
Eco-friendly packaging for your product - Made for Recycling and Bambiboo nappies
Eco-friendly packaging for your product - Made for Recycling and Bambiboo nappies
Ecological packaging, using biodegradable and recyclable materials, reduces the negative impact on the environment. By choosing eco-friendly packaging, you support sustainability and care for the future of our planet. Find out more about how you can receive Made for Recycling certification from Interseroh+ to validate your eco-friendly solutions!
Eco-friendly packaging is often designed to minimise the amount of waste generated during production, distribution and use. This reduces the amount of waste going to landfill and into the environment. Packaging that can be easily recycled encourages consumers to dispose of waste properly and reuse it.
Our customer knows this Bambiboowhich received as many as 18 points under the packaging evaluation method Made for Recycling carried out by Interseroh+. This classification is based on a scientific evaluation method developed by Interseroh+ in conjunction with the bifa Environmental Institute and validated by the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging IVV. Packaging receiving 18-20 points on the test scale is rewarded with a certificate and the Made for Recycling label.
Bambiboo proves the good recyclability of its packaging by displaying the 'Made for Recycling' label. In this way, the company provides its customers with a genuine aid to sustainable consumption. After all, recycling valuable materials makes an important contribution to climate and resource protection!
If you would like to test your product for packaging sustainability - contact us!
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Did you know that glitter has been banned in the EU?
Did you know that glitter has been banned in the EU?
The European Union announced a ban on products containing microplastics. The ban on the sale of loose glitter entered into force on October 15, 2023, initially valid only in Germany, but it is planned to be extended to the entire European Union. The new regulations prohibit not only makeup products, but also many other products containing glitter. This initiative aims to counter the negative effects of microplastics on the environment and human health. Makeup, lip and nail products will gradually be subject to the new rules; glitter present in rinse-off products will be available until October 16, 2027, and in leave-on products until October 16, 2029. In 2030, synthetic polymer microparticles used to encapsulate fragrances will be banned. In 2031, the ban will cover granules filling synthetic surfaces in sports facilities. Ultimately, in 2035, the ban will be extended to lipsticks, nail polishes and makeup products.
This decision is part of the European Union's strategy in the fight against pollution and in the process of ecological transition. The European Commission explains that the new regulations are intended to prevent the release of approximately half a million tons of microplastics into the environment. Even though glitter makes up a relatively small part of total pollution, its elimination is of paramount importance. Virginijus Sinkevičius, Commissioner for Environment, Oceans and Fisheries argues that a ban on the intentional addition of microplastics responds to serious concerns about the environment and human health. Sinkevičius points out that these materials are already present in nature, as well as in food and drinking water.
The ban does not cover glitter made of biodegradable, organic or water-soluble materials.
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Can waste be the subject of photography? MUFO x Interzero collaboration
photo. Mateusz Woźniak, MuFo
Can waste be the subject of photography? MUFO x Interzero collaboration
We avoid them because we are not fond of seeing them. At the same time, we produce a lot of it every day. Even if we bury it very deep down, waste makes itself felt. Can waste be the subject of photography? How can we tell the story of dealing with waste in a clever, responsible and interesting way?
Interzero joins forces with the Museum of Photography in Krakow, to talk about the idea of the circular economy and its challenges. On this occasion, we will take photographs to test the potential of photography as a visual way of talking about contemporary world problems and raising awareness of environmental issues.
The recipients of our project will be invited to workshop and interpret, and the results of all meetings will be presented in a publication that can also be used as a tool by educators.
The publication will be available with the beginning of 2024 on the websites:
Homepage - Museum of Photography in Krakow (mufo.krakow.pl)
Homepage - Eko Bez Kantów (ekobezkantow.pl)
Meetings and workshops will be led by:
Krzysztof Story - Reporter for 'Tygodnik Powszechny'. He writes about social issues and man's relationship with nature. Together with Wojciech Jagielski, he hosts the Jagielski Story podcast about international events. He prefers the beauty of nature to any other. He climbs, travels and collects photos of inscriptions on walls. Author of the book "From Here. 150 doors at one address". He also publishes photos and texts on www.krzysztofstory.pl
Dr. Rafał Siderski - Visual artist working mainly with photography. He completed his doctoral studies at the Institute of Creative Photography in Opava. He is part of the Albom.pl initiative dealing with digitisation and work on photographic archives. In 2019, he published the book "Leave Stay" which was awarded in the competition for Photographic Publication of the Year 2019. In September 2021, together with Małgorzata Lebda, he had a literary-visual-poetic adventure "Reading Water: The Vistula', from which material was published on an ongoing basis in Pismo Magazine. In August 2022, the material collected then was used to create the exhibition 'Flow(s)', which is a visual and literary interpretation of the relationship with the river during that adventure. In his spare time he is 'going somewhere' or being 'somewhere'. He has participated in numerous exhibitions in Poland (e.g. Białystok, Rybnik, Poznań, Warsaw, Gliwice) and abroad (e.g. Germany, Czech Republic, Belarus, Italy, Lithuania and Japan). His work has received a number of awards and prizes, and he has received a scholarship from the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage (Culture on the Web). Since 2023, assistant lecturer at the Faculty of Photography and Visual Communication Creation at the Jan Długosz University in Częstochowa.
Monika Krysztofińska - Cultural studies scholar, project manager with experience in the implementation of alternative education. Creator of educational programmes, workshops, lectures, exhibitions for children and adults. Initiator of projects focused on sustainable development in cultural institutions and private companies. Information collector on technology, digital ecology, psychology, communication, art.Member of the Environmental Education Team at Interzero. She works at the intersection of sectors.
We invite you to follow our collaboration and learn more about the details of the project:
Museum of Photography in Krakow - events (mufo.krakow.pl)
photo. Mirosław Żak, MuFo
Interzero winner of the German Sustainability Award 2024
Interzero winner of the German Sustainability Award 2024
Closed-loop economy leader recognised for its commitment to building a world without waste: Interzero wins the German Sustainability Award 2024.
In recognition of its comprehensive commitment and pioneering 'zero waste' solutions, Interzero will receive the German Sustainability Award 2024 in the category 'Waste Management and Recycling Industry'. It honours outstanding sustainability achievements in business, municipalities and research. The award has been presented annually since 2008 by the German Sustainability Award Foundation in cooperation with the German government, the German Sustainability Council, leading municipal associations, business associations, civil society organisations and research institutions.
"We are very proud of this award," - said Dr. Axel Schweitzer, CEO and owner of Interzero - "It encourages us to continue our circular transformation efforts with great determination and passion (...). Together with our customers and partners, we want to achieve a truly sustainable circular economy in order to more effectively counteract the excessive burden on our planet. Many thanks to our customers, partners and also to our team."
The award ceremony will take place on 23 November 2023 in Düsseldorf.
Read more HERE.
Transforming waste into valuable raw materials - OMV and Interzero will build Europe's largest chemical recycling sorting plant!
Transforming waste into valuable raw materials - OMV and Interzero will build Europe's largest chemical recycling sorting plant!
OMV, the Vienna-based energy, fuels and raw materials, chemicals and materials company, has announced an investment decision to build an innovative sorting plant developed by the Interzero* to produce raw materials for chemical recycling.
In total, OMV will invest a sum of more than €170 million in the construction of this state-of-the-art facility in Walldürn in southern Germany. OMV will own 89.9 per cent of the joint venture and Interzero will own 10.1 per cent.
Production at the new plant is expected to start in 2026, with around 120 new jobs created. A groundbreaking ceremony is already scheduled for 20 November 2023, with guests from the world of politics expected to attend.
The sorting plant will be the first of its kind to produce raw materials for OMV's chemical recycling on a large industrial scale. The ReOil® technology, developed and patented by OMV, is a chemical recycling innovation that converts plastic waste that cannot be mechanically recycled into ash oil - a valuable raw material. The input to the sorting plant essentially comprises a mix of plastics that were previously not recyclable, especially those collected separately from the yellow bag and yellow bin recycling system in Germany.
Interzero operates five light packaging sorting plants in Germany and sorts around a third of Germany's light packaging waste in the form of more than 800,000 tonnes per year. This means that the company currently has the largest sorting capacity in Europe and is a technology leader.
The collaboration between OMV and Interzero will ensure the supply of sustainable and high-quality raw materials for OMV's chemical recycling, helping to close the plastics cycle. The innovative, state-of-the-art sorting plant developed by Interzero will be capable of processing 260,000 tonnes of mixed plastic waste per year, providing the raw material for the production of virgin polyolefins. This innovative sorting process will enable the polyolefin-rich fraction to be recovered from the waste stream that currently goes to thermal recycling. In terms of the waste hierarchy, the focus is on plastic waste that is not mechanically recyclable. This will ensure that chemical recycling does not compete with mechanical recycling.
*Acting as ALBA Recycling at the sorting plant site
Read the press release in English HERE