Asda continues well done own brand packaging shift
ASDA has introduced 100% recyclable packaging for its range of Aberdeen Angus steaks
Keep Scotland Beautiful and DS Smith partner for Glasgow cup scheme
A new coffee cup recycling initiative is to be launched in Glasgow by Keep Scotland Beautiful in collaboration with DS Smith.
Dubbed the Cup Movement,...
Report claims plastic produces fewer emissions than alternatives
A new report has claimed that plastic produces fewer carbon emissions than its alternatives, so long as it is recycled correctly.
Titled Examining Material Evidence the...
Scottish Government urged to fast track ban on single-use plastic items
FRIENDS of the Earth Scotland has urged the Scottish Government to 'act quickly' on the public demand for a ban on single-use plastic items.
It...
Coca-Cola’s on-the-go range to move to 100% recycled plastic
EVERY on-the-go Coca-Cola bottle in the UK is to be made from 100% recycled plastic by September, the soft drinks manufacturer has announced.
The move...
Harrods in ‘long overdue’ update of ‘iconic’ carrier bags
HARRODS is to replace its 'iconic' green plastic carrier bags with a paper variation in what it says is a 'long overdue' update.
The department...
IKEA to cut plastic packaging from consumer range by 2028
IKEA has announced it intends to phase out plastic packaging from its consumer range by 2028.
The Swedish furniture retailer said it hopes the move...
Shortlist revealed for Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2022
FINALISTS have been announced for the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2022.
The shortlisted contenders were revealed during a livestream event, with the winners of all...
Finalists announced for Plastics Industry Awards 2022
FINALISTS have been announced for the 15 categories of the Plastics Industry Awards 2022.
Comedian Andy Parsons will announce the winners at a gala evening...
Businesses warned not to take potential PPT penalties lightly
ECOVERITAS has warned that any future changes to the Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) must not solely be about boosting the treasury's coffers.
The PPT, introduced...
