SUNRISE Final Event

ECOMONDO Expo | 5th November 2024 | 14:00-1800 PM | Rimini (Italy)

Polyvinylbutyral (PVB): a boost in the recycling
An innovative approach of the Sunrise project

The final event of the SUNRISE Project took place at the ECOMONDO Expo in Rimini on November 5, 2024.

During this session, project partners and invited speakers presented the current status of the project and offer key guidelines for glass recyclers to follow when planning future recycling processes for PVB in laminated glass.

Rimini (Italy)

Via Emilia, 155 Fiera di Rimini

5th of November

14:00 – 18:00 PM

ECOMONDO

Room Tulipano, Pavilion B6

Agenda

Moderator
Olivier Deweerdt, Denuo / FERVER

Program

14.00 – Introduction
Olivier Deweerdt, Denuo / FERVER

14.05 – 14.20: Presentation of the Sunrise Project. Status of the Project.
Angelica Perez, Lurederra | DOWNLOAD THE PRESENTATION >>

14.20 – 14.50: Bridging the Gap: Current PVB Recycling Challenges and Knowledge Needs for Laminated Glass Applications
Erdal Harmanci, Independent expert in laminated glass industry | DOWNLOAD THE PRESENTATION >>

14.50 – 15.20: Presentation of the draft CEN Workshop Agreement on r-PVB characterization
Claudia Laabs, DIN | DOWNLOAD THE PRESENTATION >>

15.20 – 15.35: Presentation of the role of Minerali Industriali within the Sunrise Project and how Minerali Industriali is embracing the circular economy opportunities
Ivano Menso, Minerali Industriali | DOWNLOAD THE PRESENTATION >>

15.35 – 16.00: Break

16.00 – 16.30: PVB-recycling: the vision of a PVB-producer
Tobias Deckstein, Kuraray Europe | DOWNLOAD THE PRESENTATION >>

16.30 – 17.00: Guidelines of good management practices for glass recyclers
Baudouin Ska, Ferver | DOWNLOAD THE PRESENTATION >>

17.00 – 17.30: The recycling of PVB in India
Anil Rathi, Laxmi Polymers | DOWNLOAD THE PRESENTATION >>

17.30 – Questions, discussion and conclusion.

About ECOMONDO

ECOMONDO is a leading international trade fair focused on the circular economy and sustainability.

Held annually in Rimini, Italy, it brings together industry professionals, policymakers, and innovators to showcase the latest advancements in green technologies, waste management, renewable energy, and environmental solutions. ECOMONDO serves as a platform for fostering business opportunities, sharing knowledge, and promoting sustainable practices across a wide range of sectors.