All Sustainability articles – Page 2
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ArticleIs chemical recycling economically viable? Key findings from new European Commission report
In this edition of the Brief, we examine the European Commission’s recent report on the economic viability of chemical recycling, covering the main findings, conclusions and details such as technical considerations, regulatory context and potential policy support.
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ArticleSustainability Awards Finalist Interview: CYPET’s ‘lighter’ 1000 litre PET water tank
CYPET Technologies claims to have created the ’world’s first’ 1000 litre PET water tank, nominated in the Circular Plastics category of the Sustainability Awards and said to be around 40% lighter than traditional HDPE 1000 litre tanks. We spoke with CYPET project manager Giorgos Mouskis to find out more about this entry.
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ArticlePackaging regulations pose huge financial risks: here’s how to tackle them
Packaging laws like the PPWR now govern markets in more than 60 countries across the world, with fees that can reach millions of euros and penalties that can restrict market access. John Blake, Senior Director Analyst at Gartner, explores the key risk areas and explains how companies can address them.
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ArticleNew Siegwerk agenda targets reduced emissions and 100% renewable electricity coverage
Siegwerk reportedly powered its global operations with 100% renewable electricity last year. Following this, it has launched its updated HorizonNOW 2030 sustainability agenda, including targets such as reducing its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 60% by 2030 compared with 2020.
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ArticleBioBTX to convert plastic waste into renewable aromatics with new factory
BioBTX has begun constructing the first commercial-scale factory for its proprietary Integrated Catalytic Cracking Process (ICCP) technology, expected to convert plastic waste into approximately 10,000 tonnes of renewable aromatic oil per year.
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ArticleTaking a closer look at the EU’s latest PPWR guidance
The European Commission recently published further guidance on the Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive, this time in the form of a Frequently Asked Questions document. Launched at the height of the summer break and just days before the PPWR begins to apply, what are the key points the packaging industry needs to be aware of? Matteo Squeo, founder of The Green Clause and member of the Permanent Delegation of the Court of Justice, the General Court and the EFTA Court, takes a comprehensive look.
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ArticleA closer look at Fraunhofer IML’s new carton set optimization tool CASTN
Transporting air is costly – both from an operational and a sustainability point of view. Fraunhofer IML has presented a market-ready software that sets out to tackle this challenge head on.
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ArticleAldi and Arla aim to boost milk bottle recycling rated with new collaboration
Aldi and Arla are working with Polytag on a project that will track milk bottles through the recycling process using UV-tagging technology.
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ArticleHow do EU packaging regulations compare with UK ones?
In this article, Kerry Stares, Partner and ESG Advisory Lead, Rory Partridge, Associate, and Lyla Gilbert, Solicitor Apprentice at law firm Charles Russell Speechlys, take a closer look at the key similarities and differences between the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, and the UK’s Producer Responsibility Organisations.
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ArticleNew partnership for the development of PE-free coatings for paper cups
Materials science company Footprint and ingredient brand company Qwarzo have announced a strategic agreement to accelerate PE-free mineral-coated cup solutions.
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ArticleHow to really solve the BuzzBallz recycling challenge
With a strong social media appeal and an unmistakeable shelf-presence, BuzzBallz have quickly become one of the most recognisable brands in the pre-mixed cocktail category. At the same time, its multi-material packaging makes it unrecyclable – an issue that has caused significant controversy over the past few days. In this article Dr. Paul Collins, founder of Packability Consulting, offers a different perspective.
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ArticleRead this before you complete your PPWR Declaration of Conformity
From the 12th of August this year, all packaging sold in EU markets will be legally required to have its own PPWR-related Declaration of Conformity (DoC). In this article Adrian Reyes, founder and CEO of Emission Core, walks us through a specimen DoC, explaining what each section means and how to fill it out correctly.
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ArticleHow BuzzBallz should improve the recyclability of its packaging
How could BuzzBallz, a rising star in pre-mixed cocktails, redesign its packaging for improved recyclability – and how should local recycling infrastructure evolve to improve its recycling rates? Tim Sykes makes his case.
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ArticleLush sells solid shower products and removes ‘unnecessary’ packaging
Lush has revealed a new lineup of packaging-free shampoo bars, solid shower gels, and limited-edition shower gummies, intended to tackle ‘unnecessary’ packaging waste in the summer season.
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ArticleResponsibleGlass opens public consultation for international glassmaking standard
ResponsibleGlass has launched the first public consultation on its International Standard for Glassmaking draft, from 20th July-18th September 2026. The draft covers all aspects of glass production including legal compliance, transparency and reporting, responsible sourcing and design for sustainability and circularity.
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ArticleFreshness-saving packs from Esseoquattro slow spoilage to avoid waste
Esseoquattro’s Ideabrill line of freshness-saving packaging is designed to slow food spoilage, reduce food waste, and separate easily for recycling.
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ArticleFootprint acquires recyclable, compostable paper cups with mineral coating
Footprint has acquired Transcend Packaging’s ‘PE-free’ hot and cold cup, lid and straw solution, designed to serve as a recyclable and home-compostable alternative to plastic-lined paper cups.
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ArticleBrand owners told not to pass PPWR reporting requirements onto suppliers
ELIPSO has cautioned major retailers and brands not to overstep the current legal framework of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation by expecting suppliers to take on excessive reporting responsibilities.
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ArticleAvery Dennison’s RFID tags for PET bottles receive RecyClass approval
Avery Dennison’s AD CleanFlake RFID tags have secured RecyClass Technology Approval in Europe, officially certifying their compatibility with mechanical PET recycling streams.
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ArticleKenvue streamlines PCR in its packaging with Resycure’s data platform
Kenvue is using Resycure’s digital platform to unlock batch-level traceability, transparent data, consistent quality and more while implementing post-consumer recyclate into its packaging.