EPS Cycle is a pan European take back system, which describes how used EPS can effectively be taken back for use in the production of new EPS materials. As such it is a mark of commitment to the circular economy for both the companies and the national associations associated with EPS Cycle.
EPS Cycle manages EPS materials from construction as well as packaging. The National EPS Industry Association furthermore seeks to establish correct and effective collection and sorting of EPS demolition waste.
Find out where to recycle EPS or click on a specific country to find out the tailored information for each country.
EPS DIRECTORY
WHERE TO RECYCLE EPS
Learn where to recycle EPS by locating the take back and recycle facilities in the map feature or by browsing through our lists on this page. We hope that this resource will help make it convenient for you to recycle your EPS and contribute to a more sustainable future.
New research reveals that EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) is extensively recycled around the globe. With recycling rates exceeding 30% in North America, 40% in Europe, and over 50% in Japan, China, and South Korea, EPS meets the criteria established by the United Nations Environmental Programme.
Stybenex (the Dutch EPS Association), IVH (the German EPS Association), and EPSbranchen (the Danish EPS Association) are proud to announce the launch of EPS Cycle, a new initiative set to transform EPS (expanded polystyrene) recycling across Europe. On July 5th, EPS Cycle was introduced, marking another milestone in the industry’s commitment to the circular economy.
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For a National Association to join EPS Cycle it is required to meet minimum requirements for the take-back system. In some countries the take-back system may have additional requirements.