Last year’s Amazon Prime Day accounted for around 1.3 million tonnes of carbon, the equivalent of 272,000 cars driving 3 billion miles.
DS Smith doubles down on sustainability goals with 2050 net zero target
Packaging company DS Smith has doubled down on its sustainability goals, including a new 2030 greenhouse gas emissions reduction target.
Yoox, Net-a-Porter and Zalando call on 250 brand partners to set science-based climate targets
Yoox, Net-a-Porter and Zalando are asking more than 250 brand partners to set science-based climate targets in a bid to reduce emissions.
Allbirds launches new Selfridges Carbon Concept store
Allbirds has launched a new Carbon Concept Store pop-up in Selfridge’s, to help customers visualise the carbon impact of the brand’s shoe items.
Mooncup acquired by sustainable period care brand &SISTERS
Mooncup, the world’s first silicone menstrual cup, has been acquired by &SISTERS, a family-run sustainable period care brand.
Pot Noodle trials packaging move from plastic to paper pot
Pot Noodle has launched a trial shifting its plastic to paper pot made with FSC certified paper in a move to reduce plastic usage.
Zara owner announces ‘ambitious’ new sustainability goals
Zara owner announces new goals to reduce emissions by more than 50% by 2030 and achieve net zero by 2040.
Arla Foods develops first biodegradable fibre-based milk carton lids
Arla Foods has developed the UK’s first biodegradable fibre-based milk carton lid as it takes the war against plastic packaging to the next level.
UKRI grants £6m to fund sustainable plastic projects
UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has launched £6 million in funding to support five plastic projects that will support a more sustainable system.
The Guardian and Who Gives A Crap team up to ‘uncrap’ the world
The Guardian and Who Gives A Crap have teamed up to help ‘uncrap’ the world with a new sustainability campaign.