March 12, 2024
(press release)
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Repsol's new lubricant containers incorporate 60% mechanically recycled post-consumer plastic. The new compound, part of the Repsol Reciclex® range of sustainable polyolefins, will be used in all 1l, 4l, and 5l lubricant containers and available in five colors for the different product ranges. With these new containers, the multi-energy company reduces its carbon footprint by 25% compared to previous containers. Repsol launches its new lubricant containers that incorporate 60% post-consumer plastic, mechanically recycled from its Repsol Reciclex® range. The new Repsol Reciclex® high-density polyethylene (HDPE) compound will be used in all 1l, 4l, and 5l lubricant containers in five colors for the different product ranges, including engine and transmission oils for cars, motorcycles, and heavy vehicles. The new packaging has been redesigned to improve sustainability while maintaining its properties, as per Repsol's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and contributing to a circular economy by using recycled materials whenever possible. This initiative is a clear example of Repsol's commitment to greater sustainability of the entire value chain, marketing innovative and environmentally friendly solutions. It is made with a new Repsol Reciclex® ready-to-use compound, the recycled content representing 60% of the total weight of the packaging and achieves a 25% carbon footprint reduction compared to its previous packaging. Pablo Giner, Polyethylene director at Repsol, said, "We are delighted to present this new solution, which will help reduce the carbon footprint by 25% compared to previous packaging. Our Reciclex team has been working to develop a packaging solution that incorporates recycled materials and meets our company's high durability and performance standards." Sebastián Mussini, director of Lubricants, Aviation, Asphalt, and Specialties at Repsol, added, "This initiative complements our sustainability strategy, complementing our carbon footprint neutral Master lubricant range we have recently released."
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