All Sustainability articles – Page 60
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ArticleAsda becomes latest retailer to roll out clear caps for milk cartons
Asda has announced its decision to implement clear caps into its own-label fresh milk packaging – a move hoped to recycle 268 tonnes of rHDPE into new milk bottles and recycle 207 million plastic milk caps annually.
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ArticleHow did Brazil achieve its 100% aluminium can recycling rate – and can it be replicated in the EU?
Brazil recently became the first country in the world to achieve a 100% recycling rate for aluminum cans, according to reports. How was this landmark achieved, and how can this success be replicated in Europe? Cátilo Cândido, executive president of Abralatas (the Brazilian Association of Aluminum Can ...
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ArticleEU recycled content targets at risk from PET imports, cautions Plastics Recyclers Europe
A major increase in PET imports threatens the EU’s capability of improving plastic waste management and its competitiveness in the industry, Plastics Recyclers Europe claims – responding with a call for fair policy covering imported plastics.
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ArticleNew film-to-film recycling technology from Kao Corporation includes recycled refill packs in multi-layer packaging
Kao Corporation has developed a film-to-film recycling technology for used refill packs that has been implemented into a layer of its Attack ZERO liquid laundry detergent packaging.
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ArticleRefillable cream jar and 50% recycled plastic caps and pumps among Beiersdorf’s newest CO2 reduction efforts
Beiersdorf is furthering its efforts to reduce 30% of CO2 emissions by 2025 through packaging redesigns – bringing its Eucerin refill jar to market and implementing 50% recycled material into the caps and pumps of its NIVEA Sun and Lip Care packs.
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ArticleThe secrets to success when creating reusable plastic packaging
RECOUP’s new ‘Reusability by Design’ guidance aims to assist stakeholders with the design of reusable plastic packaging that truly meets the needs of the value chain. What are the key takeaways from the guidance, and what lessons can the industry learn from it? We put these questions to Katherine Fleet, Head of Sustainability & Circularity at RECOUP, in a recent conversation.
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ArticleZero Waste Bag for collection of ‘hard to recycle’ packaging materials unveiled by TerraCycle
TerraCycle is launching its Zero Waste Bag for ‘hard to recycle’ products such as crisp packets and cosmetic packaging. Once filled, the bag can be returned to TerraCycle to process the waste into new materials for reuse in an effort to keep recyclable materials away from landfill and incineration.
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ArticleNew certification from UPM Specialty Papers indicates closed-loop recyclability of release papers through LinerLoop recycling solution
UPM Specialty Papers has unveiled its new ‘LinerLoop compatible’ certification to signify which release papers for self-adhesive labels and tapes are compatible with its commercial-scale, closed-loop recycling solution for silicone-coated release papers.
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ArticleLidl reveals plans to vacuum-pack its beef mince with aim of lowering plastic use by almost two-thirds
Lidl is set to vacuum-pack its beef mince range in what is said to be recyclable plastic – a move aiming to save a yearly 250 tonnes of plastic, reduce plastic use by 63%, and take up to 350 trucks off the road annually.
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ArticleOrganisations anticipate progress, call out ‘delaying tactics’, and encourage scientist and NGO involvement in development of UN Plastic Pollution Treaty
Following the second negotiation meeting of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-2) in Paris, UNEP and WWF have expressed their optimism surrounding the establishment of a UN Global Treaty to End Plastic Pollution – yet the latter has criticised what it describes as ‘delaying tactics’ and the exclusion of scientist and CSO input in the negotiation process.
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ArticleCost of sustainable packaging transition is slowing industrial progress, warns ING Bank
According to a new report from ING Bank, packaging waste will continue to increase globally in spite of growing sustainability efforts, with a lack of available recycled material and subsequently high costs currently dissuading companies from replacing their single-use solutions.
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ArticleJust Eat partners with PepsiCo, Heineken and Notpla on reusable and bio-based solutions for Champions League finals
Just Eat, PepsiCo, Heineken, Vytal and Notpla are joining forces to offer reusable and bio-based packaging solutions to fans at the upcoming Champions League finals.
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ArticleFive misconceptions about sustainable packaging and machinery (debunked)
It’s no secret that there is an abundance of misconceptions around sustainable packaging. These are used frequently outside the industry, but also often within it. So, what are the most damaging misconceptions, and how can the packaging value chain overcome them? Michelle Bryson, Global Sustainable Packaging Leader for BW Packaging, tells us more.
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ArticleUPM Biochemicals and Selenis work towards production of renewable thermoplastic polyester resin in strategic partnership
UPM Biochemicals and Selenis have entered a strategic partnership aspiring to produce PETG resin – a thermoplastic polyester introducing renewable, sustainable forest-sourced materials into plastic for use in various sectors and packaging applications – and help the industry reduce its CO2 footprint and reliance on fossil-based resources.
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ArticleAldi to trace packaging recycling rates through UV tags in collaboration with Polytag
Aldi has partnered with Polytag to trial invisible UV tags on its packaging with the goal of capturing recycling data and bolstering traceability throughout its supply chain.
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ArticleA critical view on the UN’s roadmap towards cutting plastic pollution
Last week, the United Nations released a roadmap that outlines the changes it believes are required to end plastic pollution and create a circular economy. The document preceded discussions that are taking place in Paris this week on the subject of creating a legally binding ‘global plastics treaty’. Robert Lilienfeld, founder and executive director of sustainable packaging think tank SPRING, gives his views on the report.
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ArticleElopak packages Paperdent mouthwash in ‘fully recyclable’ paperboard carton
Luoro brand Paperdent is distributing its alcohol-free mouthwash in Elopak’s D-PAK paperboard carton – a solution said to use over 80% less plastic than conventional mouthwash packaging.
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ArticleFibre-based wraparound box for bricks facilitates 19% reduction in CO2, says DS Smith
DS Smith claims that its new Light Wrap wraparound box solution for bricks uses 19% less fibre than its traditional alternatives and has reduced CO2 emissions equivalent to 1,831 flights between Madrid and Lisbon since its creation.
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ArticleEU Packaging and Packaging Waste draft regulations accused of falling short on e-commerce
With the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive revisions being debated in the European Parliament this week, Elena Rotzokou (Global EPR Researcher at Ecoveritas) asks an important question: should the proposals focus more on e-commerce?
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ArticleGlass Coca-Cola bottles to undergo doorstep reuse scheme in trial run by Milk & More and CCEP
Milk & More is partnering with Cola-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) to trial the direct delivery, return, refill, and reuse of Coca-Cola Zero Sugar glass bottles from consumers’ doorsteps.