- The new facility in Toledo, Spain, converts PET flake into food-grade rPET pellets.
- It will produce 20,000 tonnes of rPET pellets annually.
- The facility includes 1800 photovoltaic solar panels generating 1339 MWh of electricity per year.
- Plastipak's recycling plant will save over 443 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually.
Facility Overview
Plastipak has opened a new recycling facility in Toledo, Spain, which converts PET flake into food-grade recycled PET (rPET) pellets. This facility is co-located with Plastipak’s existing preform manufacturing site, eliminating transport-related emissions.
Production Capacity
The new plant will produce 20,000 tonnes of food-grade rPET pellets annually. This is Plastipak’s fifth recycling facility, with others in the USA, France, Luxembourg, and the UK. In Europe, Plastipak is the largest producer of food-grade rPET, with over 150,000 tonnes of capacity per year.
Energy Efficiency
The facility incorporates advanced energy-saving technologies, including the installation of over 1800 photovoltaic (PV) solar panels on the rooftop. These panels are expected to generate more than 1339 MWh of electricity annually, which will be consumed entirely on-site, saving over 443 tonnes of CO2 emissions per year.
Environmental Impact
The use of rPET helps reduce Scope 3 emissions for customers and supports compliance with the Single Use Plastics Directive. The facility also contributes to reducing financial obligations under the planned Spanish plastics tax.
Long-term Sustainability
Plastipak’s commitment to sustainability is demonstrated by its use of 100% renewable electricity in Europe and its registered commitment to the Science-Based Target Initiative. The new facility further reinforces Plastipak’s strategy of integrating high-quality rPET material to meet growing customer needs.
