Primary school’s recycling video proves to be a success on social media
A Scottish primary school’s video highlighting the importance of recycling has racked up almost 20,000 views on social media.
Titled ‘Stow Primary explain why there...
Smurfit Kappa outlines new sustainability targets
SMURFIT Kappa has announced a range of new sustainability targets across a number of different areas.
The firm's Better Planet 2050 quantifies its commitment to...
Coffee shops urged to switch to fully recyclable cups
A petition calling on UK coffee shops to review their current paper cup suppliers has reached over 5,000 signatures ahead of World Environment Day.
The...
Fibre-based packaging solution created for artisan water glass bottles
DS Smith and Alpine Water Produktions- und Vertriebsgesellschaft m.b.H have teamed up on a project to create an innovative packaging solution for the artesian...
Firm reports increased demand for recycled plastic pallets
Goplasticpallets.com has announced the firm has seen a 'strong increase' in demand for its recycled plastic pallets as customers become more environmentally conscious
Recyclable vending cups a ‘huge step forward’
BERRY Superfos Beverage Systems has launched vending cups made entirely of polypropylene (PP), which the firm said means they can be more easily recycled...
Edrington unveils redesign of Naked Malt packaging
EDRINGTON, the premium spirits company, has announced it is to re-present its Naked brand with a new identity.
It comes following the launch of Naked...
Plastic repurposing idea set for share of £12m funding
AN academic developing a system that recycles plastic waste into repurposed products is amongst a host of Scottish researchers set to receive a share...
Edinburgh firm to participate in Microsoft initiative
EDINBURGH-based circular economy startup, Reath, has been selected to participate in a new peer learning network hosted by Microsoft and Open Data Institute (ODI).
The...
Fully recyclable paperboard cup lid set for take-off
THE Paper Lid Company and Metsä Board have announced the introduction of a fully recyclable paperboard lid for takeaway drink cups.
The lid, made from...
