Category: Press Releases

The Nordic EPS Alliance (NEPSA) has been accepted as a member of the Circular Plastics Alliance (CPA), the European Commission-led initiative aimed at increasing the uptake of recycled plastics and strengthening circular value chains across Europe. The CPA, facilitated by the European Commission, brings together industry, public authorities and civil society to accelerate the transition

NEPSA publishes its position on the Global Plastics Treaty The Nordic EPS Alliance (NEPSA) has released its position on the ongoing negotiations for a Global Plastics Treaty. The objective is clear: support measures that genuinely reduce plastic pollution while ensuring that policies do not unintentionally increase climate or resource impacts across the wider material system.

HELSINKI, 2025 — The Helsinki Commission (HELCOM) has published new guidelines to support the sustainable handling of expanded (EPS) and extruded polystyrene (XPS) on construction and demolition sites. The guidelines aim to minimise material losses, reduce environmental emissions, and increase circularity across the Baltic Sea region. Developed in cooperation with the European EPS industry, the

From 5 to 14 August, negotiators meet in Geneva to resume the fifth and final round of UN treaty negotiations on plastic pollution. NEPSA is present as part of the Global EPS Sustainability Alliance (GESA), contributing to discussions on how circularity, responsibility, and material performance are reflected in the future global framework. Delegation and context

The Nordic Expanded Polystyrene Alliance (NEPSA) has launched an open-access library of editorially verified case studies documenting how expanded polystyrene (EPS) is being recycled and reused in practice. The initiative is designed not only to provide transparency—but to inspire replication, collaboration, and system improvement. With over 50 cases at launch—and more added on a rolling

NEPSA will participate in this year’s Foam Expo Europe, held in Stuttgart from 11–13 November 2025, where Director Chresten Heide-Anderson is featured as one of the first confirmed speakers in the conference programme. The three-day conference gathers leaders across the foam supply chain, with key themes ranging from circular design and smart foams to the

In a world filled with quick opinions, critical thinking is vital. Chresten Heide-Anderson, Project Manager of EPS-branchen and Director of NEPSA, invites you to check out his LinkedIn newsletter, *Beyond Fast & Easy Answers*. This series examines how cognitive biases affect public policy, especially in environmental debates. With over 500 subscribers, the newsletter promotes evidence-based discussions and challenges quick reactions. Learn how narratives can overshadow facts and explore smarter regulatory approaches. Join the conversation and reflect on your biases—subscribe today!

Copenhagen, January 15, 2025 – The EPS associations in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden have joined forces to form NEPSA – the Nordic EPS Alliance. This new alliance brings together the Nordic EPS industry with the goal of strengthening regional cooperation, advancing the sustainable use of EPS, and contributing to both European and global circular economy