Digitizing Recycling Company in India | Race Eco Chain

The Future of India’s Scrap Network A recycling company in India is no longer just about waste collection—it’s about digitization, fair pricing, and sustainable development. Traditionally driven by informal workers and scrap dealers, the industry is now being reshaped by innovation and technology. India’s recycling sector is at a turning point. With rising urbanization and […]

How a Connected Plastic Waste Supply Chain Can Fix India’s Sustainability Problem

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“We’re not just building a waste supply chain — we’re building a connected ecosystem that turns plastic waste into opportunity.” — Aditya Pareek, Business Development Head, Race Eco Chain Ltd. Why Plastic Waste Needs a System, Not Just a Solution India generates over 3.4 million tonnes of plastic waste every year. Most of it either […]

Navigating Pricing Pressures in the Plastics Recycling Chain: Challenges and Opportunities

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The recycling industry in India is at a critical moment. There’s more awareness about the need for sustainable practices and a circular economy. At the same time, recyclers, especially those dealing with plastic, face significant challenges. Prices for virgin plastic are falling. Costs for scrap procurement are increasing. Low-cost imports are flooding the market. Buyers […]

Top Things to Know If You Are a Scrap Buyer

Top Things to Know If You Are a Scrap Buyer

The global push toward sustainability has brought the scrap industry into the spotlight like never before. As environmental regulations tighten and industries seek greener alternatives, scrap buyers are playing an increasingly vital role in the recycling ecosystem. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a newcomer to the trade, understanding the nuances of scrap buying can […]

How Can Biomass Briquettes Solve the Stubble Burning Problem?

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The Peril: Stubble Burning and Air Pollution. Every year, farmers across northern India set their fields on fire to clear the leftover stubble after the harvest season ends. While this practice is quick and low-cost for them, on the other hand it poses a massive environmental threat. Stubble burning is one of the leading causes […]

India’s Plastic Waste Crisis Is Bigger Than You Think — But So Is the Solution

Plastic waste recycling in India

At first glance, Tikri Kalan doesn’t look like a plastic hub at first glance.But as you walk through its dusty lanes, you’ll spot towering stacks of white sacks—each filled with a different type of plastic, sorted by hand and piled high. Plastic waste from across India lands here every single day. Trucks roll in. Workers […]

Indian Government’s New 2025 Recycled PET (r-PET) Mandate: A Regulatory Milestone by FSSAI in Sustainable Packaging and RACE’s Role in empowering It.

30% R-PET MANDATE 2025

The revolutionary shift in India’s packaging industry.The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has introduced new guidelines mandating the use of at least 30% recycled PET (r-PET) in all newly manufactured PET bottles used for food and beverage packaging. This mandate gives a nationwide shift toward a sustainable circular economy, reducing dependence on […]

Top Things to Know If You Are a Scrap Seller

Top Things to Know If You Are a Scrap Seller

The scrap industry plays a crucial role in creating a circular economy, and scrap sellers are at the heart of this movement. If you’re involved in collecting and selling scrap be it plastic, paper, metal, or e-waste, there’s a lot more to the business than just buying low and selling high. To build a sustainable […]

Top 5 Myths vs. Reality: The Truth About Plastic Waste

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Introduction Plastic waste is one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. From documentaries showing oceans filled with plastic to alarming statistics about landfill overflows, plastic often gets painted as the villain. However, in the rush to raise awareness, many myths have overshadowed the facts. To address the problem effectively, we need to […]