Seven industry associations, including EBI, committed to increasing the circularity of composite materials released a statement highlighting the potential of these materials even at their end-of-life. Recognising the significant opportunities for sustainable end-of-life solutions in the wind energy and boating sectors, the associations emphasise the need for a supportive regulatory framework to enable the commercialisation of waste treatment solutions for composite materials.

The statement calls on EU institutions to amend Europe’s waste policy in six key ways to achieve greater circularity in composite materials from decommissioned wind turbine blades, nacelles, and boats. Key recommendations include revising the List of Waste to create dedicated waste codes, setting progressive targets for reuse and recycling, banning landfilling of composite material waste, and recognising cement co-processing as a recycling process. The associations look forward to engaging with EU policy-makers to establish the necessary regulatory framework.

Read the full call here.