Sustainability & environment news and analysis – Page 111
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Scottish Wholesale Association partners with Volvo to host electric vehicle event
The organisation is pursuing an ambitious project to decarbonise the Scottish wholesale industry
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NewsTariffs on Russian fish imports causing ‘panic’ across seafood sector
Russia is currently responsible for 40% of fish exports globally with many of its fish traditionally processed in China, according to Seafish
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NewsAF Blakemore trials 19-tonne electric HGV
The Spar wholesaler said the trail puts it ‘one step closer’ to introducing its first electric HGV
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NewsCosta Coffee commits to target of net zero emissions by 2040
The coffee chain has also set a science-based target to halve carbon emissions per serving of coffee by 2030
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NewsMorrisons compost goes peat-free ahead of government ban
The supermarket, which sells more than two million bags of compost a year, said it would use more sustainable alternatives to peat-based
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Comment & OpinionWhy sustainable and ethical brands should aim for the mainstream
While a protest attitude might be useful in conveying a core mission, it needs to be rooted in branding that appeals to a broad demographic, says Kathryn Jubrail, MD, Mother Design
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NewsHolland & Barrett bans sale of coral reef-damaging sunscreen
The health & wellness retailer now only offers mineral suncare products across its full range after banning items containing Oxybenzone and Octinoxate from its stores and website
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Comment & OpinionFDF’s Karen Betts is more diplomat than ‘wrecking ball’. That could work in Whitehall
Setting out her vision at the FDF’s annual conference, CEO Betts indicated a distinct change in style from her predecessor Ian Wright
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NewsPrinces establishes pricing for tomato growers ahead of 2022 harvest
Princes has decided to sign contracts in advance of harvest season to enhance financial security among growers
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NewsUK governments slash packaging waste strategy price tag amid soaring prices
The Grocer understands UK governments have agreed to water down the proposals after being warned they could lead to soaring food price increases, on top of the looming cost of living crisis
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Comment & OpinionHow businesses should prepare for the plastic packaging tax
Many businesses now face significant administrative and financial implications as a result of the tax, says Andrew Thurston, customs duty consultant at MHA
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat the Dragons’ Pantry panel is looking for from food & drink producer entrepreneurs
Taking place at the UK Food & Drink Shows in the NEC, Dragons’ Pantry gives suppliers the opportunity to make a 15-minute pitch
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NewsMcCormick jobs at risk in plan to move production site
The company said the move would “impact” an overall 380 employees in Littleborough
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Analysis & FeaturesCan cities still feed themselves once diesel trucks are banned?
Paris is ousting the vehicles in 2024. London, Oxford, and Bristol won’t be far behind. Diesel lorries cannot last much longer, but is the sector ready for the shift?
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Category ReportGreen and clean: hygiene category report 2022
As the urgency of the pandemic has subsided, hygiene sales have taken a tumble. But a stronger sustainability focus has emerged
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NewsSustainable tuna stock supply falls, according to ISSF report
Tuna caught from healthy stocks has fallen to 80.5%, while 9.2% of the total tuna catch came from overfished stocks
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NewsScottish Grocers’ Federation legal challenge threatens delay to DRS rollout
SGF is seeking a judicial review into the way the Scottish government has embarked on DRS north of the border
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NewsVegan fast food chain Neat Burger eyes retail market with new range
The food group is in talks with retailers in the US and UK about stocking its burger and other propriety products
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NewsNew barcode-scanning app launches in UK to help shoppers ‘make sustainable food choices’
Sustained Choice, allows shoppers to scan the barcode on their groceries and make more conscious shopping choices
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Comment & OpinionHow London can transition to a circular food economy and cut waste
We must seize the opportunity for London to be a leader in reducing damaging emissions from our food system, says Jean Billant, food lead at ReLondon