Online tool shows locations where matrix can be diverted from landfill

Located at on the Avery Dennison website, the tool features an interactive map with a directory that indicates locations of non-landfill operations or energy-from-waste facilities in the US, Canada and Mexico.

Most of these operations process discarded pressure-sensitive scrap materials generated by label presses into clean, renewable energy sources.

One such method is fuel pellets, which can be a direct substitute for coal but with a lower carbon and overall emissions footprint.

The interactive tool is based on Avery Dennison’s own information and was developed in collaboration with key converters, recyclers and key channel partners.

Rosalyn Bandy, sustainability manager, Avery Dennison Materials Group, said: ‘Many of our customers are actively improving their sustainability footprint.

‘We have created this matrix recycling tool as a response to those looking to reduce their impact by sending less waste to landfills.’