All Sustainability articles – Page 186
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ArticleKompuestos unveils potato-based bioplastic
Kompuestos, a producer of sustainable plastic compounds, has developed a bioplastic made entirely from potato starch which reportedly biodegrades in four weeks.
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ArticleConsumer watchdog urges clearer recycling labelling for toiletries
A consumer organisation is arguing that the battle against plastic waste is being held back by poorly labelled bathroom products.
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ArticleAn inside look at Repulping Technology’s award-winning cavitation pulper
Repulping Technology claims that its new innovation separates fibres from composite materials in a more efficient way when compared with conventional technology.
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ArticleResearchers develop biodegradable, recyclable material made from banana waste
Researchers at the University of New South Wales have discovered a novel way to turn banana plantation waste into a recyclable, biodegradable packaging material.
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ArticleTesco scraps plastic-wrapped multipacks
Tesco will replace plastic-wrapped multipacks with plastic-free multibuys on tinned food – reportedly eliminating 350 tonnes of plastic.
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ArticleLavazza Professional launches biodegradable and recyclable cup for vending machines
Lavazza Professional has revealed a new recyclable and biodegradable product, KLIX Eco Cup – manufactured using paper sourced from sustainably managed forests.
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ArticleNew sorting technology seeks to simplify the recycling process
A new innovation from Nextek claims to radically simplify the recycling process – but can this technology really be a game-changer?
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ArticleCafés Novell looks to “close the coffee consumption circle” with new product
Cafés Novell has announced NO WASTE, which it says is the first fully compostable 100% organic coffee capsule on the market in Spain.
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ArticleStarbucks to step away from single-use packaging
The coffeehouse chain wants to replace single-use packaging and slash waste, carbon emissions and unsustainable water usage by 50%.
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ArticleSustainability Awards 2020 opens for submissions
The most prestigious global competition for sustainable packaging innovation returns - with an expanded format, new prizes, and culminating at the Sustainable Packaging Summit in the European Green Capital, Lisbon on October 15-16.
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ArticleCould a unique cellulose moulding technology replace single-use plastic?
What makes PulPac's innovative dry moulding technology stand out?
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ArticleDS Smith joins fibre-based industry alliance for circular economy
DS Smith has joined 4evergreen, a new Cepi-lead industry alliance to increase awareness of fibre-based packaging materials in a circular economy.
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ArticleEU Commission considers general ban on plastic packaging
In a recent interview, the new EU Commissioner for Environment considered the implications of a general ban on plastic packaging.
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The week in brief: 13th-17th January
Circulytics, Nestlé, value chain collaborations – it’s been a busy week for the packaging industry. Catch up on the biggest stories from the past five days.
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ArticleBaumer hhs becomes drupa packaging touchpoints partner
Baumer hhs will be an Advanced Partner of the packaging touchpoints show at drupa 2020.
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ArticleThe Rapid Interview: "A more valuable commodity is inherently less disposable"
Tom Mowat, CEO and Co-founder at Vesta Smart Packaging talks disposability, disruption, and smart packaging.
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ArticleOatly turns to Stanpac for “fully renewable” ice cream packaging
Oatly, a producer of oat-based food products, has partnered with Stanpac on its new sustainable ice cream packaging.
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ArticleNestlé to invest €1.68 billion in sustainable packaging
Nestlé today announced that it will invest up to €1.68 billion to accelerate the development of innovative sustainable packaging solutions.
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ArticleUsing "nature's tools" to fight the global food waste crisis
A closer look at Apeel – an innovative plant-derived solution that slows down the rate of water loss and oxidation in perishable foods.
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ArticleStora Enso and Valio join forces on reusable biocomposite lids
Stora Enso and Valio have distributed 10,000 wood-fibre-based reusable biocomposite lids to encourage consumers to reduce their food waste.