Reliance Industries becomes first in India to use chemical recycling for circular polymers

Jamnagar: Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), operator of the world’s  largest integrated refining and petrochemical complex, has become the first Indian company  to chemically recycle plastic waste-based pyrolysis oil into International Sustainability &  Carbon Certification (ISCC)-Plus certified Circular Polymers. This new innovation is a  testimony to RIL’s commitment in reducing plastic waste and supporting Circular Economy  in India.

RIL shipped its first batch of ISCC-Plus certified Circular Polymers, named CircuRepol™ (Polypropylene) and CircuRelene™ (Polyethylene).

RIL paves the way in India by using new technology to recycle plastic by converting plastic  waste into special Circular Polymers, thereby making a positive impact on the environment.  RIL’s commitment to sustainability is demonstrated through its innovative methods like  chemical recycling which help create a Circular Economy. The company firmly believes in  finding smart solutions to reduce plastic waste and inspire others to join in this journey  towards a greener future.

CircuRepol™ and CircuRelene™ have been designed to lead the way in Circular Economy  practices. RIL’s Jamnagar refinery became the first refinery to get the important ISCC-Plus  certification, proving that it can produce Circular Polymers through chemical recycling. The ISCC-Plus certification guarantees that traceability and rules are followed in making  Circular Polymers.

RIL has developed a technology that turns different types of plastic waste, including single use and multi-layered plastics, into pyrolysis oil. The company is working with trusted  partners to increase the production of this oil and turn the yield into Circular Polymers. Chemical recycling has many benefits, including turning plastic waste into high-quality  materials for new plastic. These materials can be used for packaging that comes into contact  with food. DeshGujarat