Frederik Kiel is Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer at Repax, where he architects technology solutions that bridge the gap between regulatory compliance and sustainable business practices. He focuses on building scalable infrastructure that transforms complex environmental responsibilities into actionable insights. With a commitment to better technology as a force for environmental stewardship, Frederik works at the intersection of compliance innovation and circular economy advancement.
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The Tidyman Symbol reminds everyone to toss waste in bins, helping reduce litter, protect nature, and support recycling. Small actions like this keep our environment clean and healthy.
Sorting pictograms on packaging guide how to recycle or dispose of items correctly, helping reduce waste, support recycling, and protect the environment through clear, easy-to-follow symbols.
The Resin Identification Code labels plastics (1-7) to help sort and recycle them properly. It supports circular economy by improving recycling and reducing plastic waste in landfills.
Material Composition Labels show what materials make a product, helping recycling, reuse, and smart buying. They support less waste and a greener, circular economy.
The FSC label shows wood and paper come from responsibly managed forests that protect nature, support workers, and promote sustainability for a healthier planet and future.
The On-Pack Recycling Label (OPRL) in the UK guides consumers with clear, consistent recycling info on packaging, helping boost recycling rates and support environmental sustainability.
PVC labels harm recycling by contaminating plastics and releasing toxins. Switching to removable or recyclable labels helps improve recycling and supports a cleaner, circular economy.
Repairability means fixing products easily to extend their life, reduce waste, save resources, and support a circular economy. It’s good for the planet, your wallet, and helps fight climate change.
Packaging compatibility means materials work well together to protect products and ease recycling, reducing waste and supporting a circular economy for a healthier planet.
The Green Dot shows a company pays fees for recycling packaging under Extended Producer Responsibility, supporting waste collection and circular reuse—not a recycling label itself.
The Triman logo in Europe shows products should be recycled properly. It guides consumers to sort waste correctly, supporting recycling, reducing waste, and promoting a circular economy.
Full-sleeve labels can block plastic sorting in recycling. Using partial coverage, perforated labels, or floatable materials helps improve recycling and supports circular, sustainable packaging.