The working group „Sustainability and Recycling“ aims to increase the acceptance of using composites through recycling options, as well as in implementing standards and standardisation for the further use of recycled material. Recycling options for FRP-material are crucial for the acceptance of the material throughout the industry. A needs assessment of recycled fibers for the use in new parts has been developed and evaluated.

Based on this outcome, next steps will be defined to bring these materials to market and to set the basis for the acceptance of using more recycling fibers. In order to ensure user safety, it is important to establish standards for recycled and recyclable materials. With the objective to achieve sustainability along the entire value chain, we are committed to promote the increased use of cross-sectional lifecycle-analysis (LCA).