Carbon Emissions
Everything you need to know about the EU’s upcoming environmental claim law
A look at Telefónica Germany ‘s new SIOC home router packaging
Flagship project targets drop-in bioethanol intermediate to reduce emissions
Draft standard for more sustainable glassmaking now open for consultation
Funding for Wayout’s drinking water infrastructure set to tackle plastic waste
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Carbon Emissions
Everything you need to know about the EU’s upcoming environmental claim law
The European Commission has published an FAQ document for the Directive on Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition, clarifying the rules around environmental claims and greenwashing that will apply from September.
A look at Telefónica Germany ‘s new SIOC home router packaging
The company’s HomeBox 4 router has won a Green Product Award. We take a look at the role the packaging played to boost the product’s sustainability credentials and user friendliness.
Flagship project targets drop-in bioethanol intermediate to reduce emissions
The Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) has funded RenewChem, a two-year flagship initiative anticipated to unlock higher-value bioethanol as a cost-effective, carbon-negative drop-in substitute for petrochemical intermediates.
Draft standard for more sustainable glassmaking now open for consultation
ResponsibleGlass has published the first draft of its International Standard for Glassmaking, with its global sustainability standard, certification and labelling system now open for stakeholder consultation.
Funding for Wayout’s drinking water infrastructure set to tackle plastic waste
Wayout has successfully closed an oversubscribed Series A extension, set to support the deployment of its distributed drinking water infrastructure and tackle single-use plastic waste.
KFC and Pizza Hut’s packaging progress revealed in parent company's report
From Pizza Hut implementing recycled polypropylene into its wing bowls to KFC investing in reuse models, Yum! Brands’ latest sustainability report details the packaging progress of multiple fast food giants – but reveals ‘limitations’ in its data and transparency.
Flatfish shipped in certified recycled EPS to cut carbon emissions by 30%
Flatfish producer Flatlantic is transporting fresh seafood in BEWI’s certified recycled EPS boxes – a move hoped to reduce carbon footprint by 30% while securing food safety and optimal transport.
Barrier lining applied to lightweight plastic buckets, including PCR version
Cambrian Packaging’s range of barrier buckets for solvent- and water-based products, complete with a 100% post-consumer recycled liner, is said to improve storage efficiency and reduce emissions in transit.
Global business coalition presents policy recommendations ahead of INC-5.4
The Business Coalition for a Global Plastics Treaty has published its latest policy recommendations ahead of INC-5.4 – encouraging negotiators to focus on clarifying obligations, improving transparency, and establishing a list of ‘problem’ substances during interim work.