Collectors are significant link in the recycling value chain. They collect recyclable materials from various sources, like municipal waste and waste from commerce or industry. They collect the waste, sort it, and channel it into the recycling stream.
Recyclers are transforming the sorted waste into usable raw materials. This could involve mechanical recycling (shredding and washing) or chemical recycling thermochemical decomposition).
Converters bridge the gap between recyclers and end-use manufacturers. They use the recycled material, like granulates, from recyclers and convert them into final products. This step involves shaping, moulding and forming products into various items.
Traders facilitate the distribution of recycled materials within the global market. They ensure that recycled material or End of Waste Material find suitable buyers.
End users are the consumers. For consumers, it is important to know where the products are made from to make conscious choices when they are shopping.
Kiwa also has schemes that are focused upon the bio-economy and circular economy. For example, ISCC is focused upon certifying all types of biomasses, waste and residues, non-biological renewable sources, and recycled carbon materials.
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