All Plastic articles – Page 40
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NewsAldi ditches plastic from multipacks of baked beans
The supermarket is taking the step by in effect ditching the multipack, and instead simply applying a multibuy discount
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NewsTesco removes 20 million pieces of plastic for Christmas
Crackers, lights, cards and Christmas puddings are among products produced with less single-use plastic
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NewsFood and drink industry’s progress on cutting single-use plastic stalls
The overall amount of material suitable for recycling has improved by a negligible 1% since the flagship Plastic Pact strategy began
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NewsM&S expands packaging-free refill aisle trial to third store
The aisle of refill stations features a selection of 50 own-label lines including rice, pasta, cereals and frozen fruit
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NewsPlans for bottle DRS delayed for a year amid coronavirus chaos
The government has said it will now be 2024 before the system is implemented
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NewsGousto cannot claim packaging is ‘100% plastic free and recyclable’ after ASA ruling
Gousto made the claims in multiple blog posts on its website introducing the new ‘Eco Chill Box’ earlier this year
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NewsIceland promises ‘plastic-free Christmas’ for second year
The number of plastic-free Christmas lines is now 24, up from 18 last year, with the addition of more party food, desserts and a No Bull vegan Wellington
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NewsTesco to ditch plastic trays in chicken range in move to reduce packaging
The retailer said the move would see it cut 16 million pieces of plastic from its own label chicken lineup
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NewsAldi introducing 100% recyclable packaging for own-label cereal
The discounter is to replace plastic inner cereal bags with a recyclable alternative by the end of the year
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NewsGarnier pushes sustainability with new range of plastic-free shampoo bars
The move makes Garnier the first major mass beauty brand to offer a zero plastic waste alternative to liquid shampoo products
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NewsWaitrose relaunches eco-friendly cleaning range with recycled plastic
The packaging has been redesigned as part of the move in a minimalist style and with new fragrances
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NewsTesco claims ‘ground-breaking’ plastic reduction on cheese packaging
The supermarket is switching from a traditional square block shape to oblong packaging and also removing resealable zips from a raft of its products
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NewsMorrisons urges suppliers to step up plastic reduction
The retailer has warned branded suppliers are falling behind its efforts to reduce own-brand plastic
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NewsAldi claims UK supermarket first with ‘100% recyclable' freezer bag
The 99p ‘eco’ freezer bags are 95% polyethylene and 5% seafood shell waste
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NewsCo-op goes plastic and glitter-free in Christmas 2020 range
The initiative applies to all its own-brand Christmas cards, gift wrap, bags and crackers
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Comment & OpinionHow sustainable do brands need to be in the eco-conscious era?
Customer expectations are growing, and they’re increasingly influencing purchase decisions, says Harry Walker, industry head of grocery retail at Google
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NewsAmazon launches ‘Climate Pledge Friendly’ product badges
The e-commerce giant has also launched a new website section featuring the climate-friendly products
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NewsSupermarkets demand ban on ‘danger’ oxo-degradable plastics
It comes after new rules paved the way for the UK to carry on selling products due to be banned by the EU
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News‘Game-changer’ plastic re-use label to launch early next year
Not-for-profit recycling body The On-Pack Recycling Label is in advanced discussions with retailers and suppliers over rolling out the new label next year
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Analysis & FeaturesHow significant is Asda’s sustainable store trial in Middleton?
Asda has teamed up with brands to reduce plastic packaging. But how will it deliver on its ‘Greener at Asda Price’ strapline?