OPRL says PVC and PS no longer recyclable packaging
Packaging recycling label organisation OPRL has developed new rules that mean there mostly becomes a binary Recycle or Don't Recycle label.
Coca-Cola sets out its view on what constitutes a good deposit return scheme
With consultations underway in England and Scotland on the benefits of introducing a deposit return scheme (DRS) to recycle cans and bottles, Coca-Cola European...
Recycling Insights brings AI and data science to the recycling market
A new data science service Recycling Insights will give users the tools to fully understand recycling industry market data like never before.
Fears expressed over impact of EPR consultation on recycling businesses
To respond to this EPR consultation that could have a profound impact on recycling businesses, visit the consultation pages here https://consult.defra.gov.uk/extended-producer-responsibility/extended-producer-responsibility-for-packaging/
Imperial College London study shows benefits of plastic packaging tax
A study undertaken by Imperial College London and Veolia has found that there is a significant environmental and financial benefit from introducing...
Smart packaging could use RFID for environmental information
Online grocery shopping is growing at a double-digit rate. A new report from Tetra Pak states that smart packaging design will not only play...
First Mile attacks Government adding new “unlawful” last minute fourth option to EPR business...
Waste and recycling company First Mile has warned that a new fourth option for business waste collections under Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)...
Glitter removed from M&S Christmas cards and wrapping paper to help recycling
No more glitter will be seen on M&S' Christmas cards and wrapping paper from this year.
The retailer has...
Tesco and Terracycle launch online reuseable packaging shop in UK
An online shopping platform where the packaging is reuseable has been launched by Tesco and Terracycle in the UK.
Government proposals for business collections will wipe out recycling companies, says The Recycling Association
The proposals in the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) consultation on business waste are anti-competitive and will force successful recycling businesses into administration,...