Circular plastics
To combat the depletion of the Earth’s resources and climate change, it’s essential to reduce plastic waste. We make it possible to ensure that the plastics we use are circular. TNO develops scenario models to guide the transition to a circular economy. Together with our partners, we work on new production and recycling technologie

Solution to plastic waste
We conduct research into circular plastics. This way, we prevent plastic waste and stimulate sustainable plastic production. Find out more about our innovations.
Our latest developments
Microplastics in clothing: research into reducing textile fibres
Textile is the fifth largest source of microplastics. TNO has developed a new measurement technique to identify microplastics in textile.


Microplastics and the unknown risks


Thermochemical plastic recycling


Polymer solutions
How can we make plastics more sustainable? By extending their service life. We are researching the degradation of polymers and creating innovative solutions.

