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The PVC industry (PVC manufacturers, PVC additive producers and PVC converters) has united voluntarily to meet the challenge
of sustainable development. The industry adopted an integrated approach to implement the concept of responsible cradle to
grave management, culminating in the signature in March 2000 of a “Voluntary Commitment of the PVC industry”. Vinyl 2010 is the legal entity putting into practice the promises of the Voluntary Commitment.
With Vinyl 2010, the PVC industry commits to implement important principles and actions covering the period 2000-2010 and beyond.
It applies to:
- PVC manufacturing
- Additives - plasticizers and stabilisers
- Waste management
- Social progress and dialogue
- Management, monitoring and financial scheme
Vinyl 2010 recycled 149.000 tons of PVC waste through its projects in 2007. A marked increase compared to previous years. This performance involves PVC waste recycled across the sectors from pipes and profiles to floorings and roofing. The very long expected lifetime of PVC pipes (more than 100 years) still limits the volume of pipe waste available for recycling.
Another important development has been the replacement of lead-based stabilizers in drinking water pipes in 2007. Replacement in other applications is also progressing ahead of time.
Download VINYL 2010 Progress report 2009
Download VYNIL 2010 Executive Summary 2009
For more information, go to www.vinyl2010.org |
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