Chemical recycling of plastics is emerging as a powerful complement to mechanical recycling processes. Chemical recycling can handle more complex waste streams, recover valuable materials, and close the loop on plastic waste more effectively. Chemical recycling is especially promising for producing polyolefins like polyethylene and polypropylene — common plastics that can be difficult to recover through mechanical means. Among the available technologies for chemical recycling of plastics, gasification stands out for its ability to handle mixed and heterogeneous feedstocks. Innovation for a circular futureAs pressure mounts to decarbonize and reduce plastic waste, advanced recycling technologies like gasification will play an increasingly vital role.