Open 3P initiative to improve packaging sustainability, by developing consistent methodology for classifying, reporting and sharing data extended to glass, metals, paper, fibre-based composites and wood.

Decision follows consultation feedback from stakeholders operating non-domestic premises

New report from ZWE and Reloop finds adoption of mixed waste sorting prior to landfill or EfW could reduce EU waste sector emissions by 25 per cent

European Environment Agency framework for assessing eight key secondary raw materials markets finds significant shortcomings

Interim mandatory waste targets aim to reduce waste from plastic, glass, metal, paper, and food

Dimitra Rappou, the Confederation of Paper Industries, looks at updates from the paper industry

The report comes during Recycle Now’s annual ‘Recycle Week’

The guidelines were developed through consultation with the paper industry and packaging supply chain

If successful, the materials will be used in the company’s paper and packaging making process

The charity has produced case studies showing the need to consider overall recyclability