‘Groundbreaking’ partnership to see plastic PPE circular economy created
A 'groundbreaking' partnership involving Heriot-Watt University is to see plastic PPE waste recycled into new products.
The university has teamed up with PPE manufacturer, Globus...
New Barbie range to be made from recycled ocean-bound plastic
A new range of Barbie dolls made from recycled ocean-bound plastic is set to be released by Mattel as the company continues its sustainability...
The war on plastic: be careful what you wish for
AMID the current furore over plastic packaging, a number of industry stakeholders have started to warn of potential “serious environmental consequences” of switching all...
Walkers to move to new packaging as part of sustainability trial
WALKERS is to move its crisp packets to materials that make them easier to recycle over the next 12 months.
The move by parent company...
Scotland goes green with new rugby kits
THE Scottish national rugby side is to wear kits made from recycled plastic bottles in its upcoming 2021/22 campaign.
Both the home and away jersey...
UK to ban the sale of wet wipes containing plastic
THE supply and sale of wet wipes containing plastic is to be banned across the UK after a public consultation found that 95% of...
UK Government to consult over plastic straw ban
THE UK Government has outlined plans to ban the sale of plastic straws, drinks stirrers and cotton buds.
Environment Secretary Michael Gove has launched a...
Adidas launches football kit made from recycled plastic waste
ADIDAS has launched a new football kit made from recycled plastic waste collected from beaches and coastal communities.
Ipswich Town Football Club, who are managed...
Plastics industry to launch recycling action plan
Plastics 2020 consortium - namely the British Plastics Federation (BPF), Packaging & Films Association (PAFA) and Plastics Europe - and the Waste & Resources...
Plastic appeal
Soft drinks have long been associated with plastic but PET’s appeal is obvious in every corner of the industry.
PET is a popular choice for...
