The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has named Dr Margaret Bates as the head for the UK’s extended producer responsibility for packaging scheme – better known as EPR.
Amazon announces 100% of its Europe packaging is now recyclable
Amazon has announced that all its delivery packaging in Europe is now recyclable, by introducing flexible packaging and by using AI.
Wrap doubts ‘crucial’ plastics targets will be met ahead of 2025 deadline
In a new report NGO Wrap says it does not believe crucial plastics targets will be met in time for the government’s 2025 deadline.
Smurfit Kappa shares report on sustainable packaging investments
Packaging company, Smurfit Kappa recently issued a report which provides details on the allocation of proceeds from its green bond tranche worth nearly £900 million.
Cathedral City launches new flexible recyclable packaging
Cathedral City pre-grated cheese is to be packaged in flexible recyclable packaging, which will provide a 47% reduction in carbon footprint compared to the company’s previous packs.
INCPEN survey reveals 80% of public support ‘consistent recycling’ policies
An INCPEN survey reveals that over 80% of the public have expressed support for the government’s ‘consistent recycling’ packaging policies.
Mars Food and Nutrition achieves 89% reusable, recyclable and compostable packaging
Mars Food and Nutrition shares sustainability progress including 89% reusable packaging, and donating 33 million meals for local communities.
Sainsbury’s ditches plastic packaging across its toilet and kitchen rolls
Sainsbury’s has become the first UK retailer to announce that it is switching from plastic to paper packaging across its own brand toilet paper and kitchen towel ranges.
Xampla researchers launch new compostable packaging brand
Cambridge based Xampla, which designs technology has launched a new consumer brand Morro, which will provide plastic-free, compostable packaging.
Around 25% of shoppers would avoid brand due to excess packaging
Some 26% of UK consumers would avoid a brand if products arrived in unnecessary packaging, finds new research by DS Smith.