Toy-making firm Lego had originally planned to produce all of its bricks using recycled PET by the end of the decade

A new study suggests paper straws may contain long-lasting and toxic pollutants

As the industry continues to transition from plastics to bioplastics, the answer to whether or not tea bags can go in the food waste bin is not so simple

Update to key European Union legislation targets improvement to capture of clothing, shoes and food waste

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

Aldi, Co-op, Lidl, M&S, Morrisons, Sainsbury’s, Tesco, and Waitrose are partnering to standardise the measurement and reporting of emissions

Launched in September 2022, Open 3P is entering phase two of its development

Defra has announced implementation of a deposit return scheme in England, Wales and Northern Ireland is set for 1 October 2025, with legislation to follow later this year

Legislation aims to decrease instances of overpackaging and the use of virgin materials