UK Recycling Targets Missed Again, Driving Demand for Clearer Environmental Labels
The UK is once again projected to miss its national recycling targets, according to updated data from DEFRA and WRAP. Municipal recycling rates have stagnated in the mid-40 per cent range for several years, far below the long-standing 65 per cent goal originally set for 2025. Waste-sector experts consistently attribute this underperformance to two key […]
What Supermarkets Want: Eco Label Trends That Will Keep You on UK Shelves in 2025
Sustainability expectations are rising fast across the UK grocery sector, and food brands are under growing pressure to prove their environmental credentials. For manufacturers hoping to keep their products on supermarket shelves, packaging – and especially labelling – has become a key area of focus. In 2025, large retailers are tightening sustainability targets and reviewing […]
Retailer Pressure in 2025: Why Supermarkets Demand Verified Environmental Labels
In 2025, the most powerful enforcers of environmental labelling are not just regulators but retailers. UK supermarkets, under pressure from consumers and their own sustainability commitments, are setting stricter requirements for suppliers than ever before. For manufacturers, this means that environmental claims must not only withstand scrutiny from the Advertising Standards Authority or the Competition […]
3 Labelling Innovations Supermarkets Are Pushing for in 2025
Supermarkets across the UK are setting the pace for sustainability in 2025, and packaging labels are at the centre of their strategy. As major retailers commit to ambitious environmental targets, they are demanding that suppliers adapt quickly. Labels are no longer seen as a simple point of branding; they are becoming a key tool for […]
3 Eco-Friendly Label Materials That Are Gaining Ground in 2025
As sustainable packaging becomes more than a trend, the spotlight is now turning to labels. Often overlooked, labels play a crucial role in recyclability, compostability, and overall environmental impact. In 2025, several innovative materials are reshaping how brands approach eco-labelling, offering a balance between performance and planet-friendly credentials. Here are three label materials making notable […]
Plant-Based Packaging Market Statistics 2024
The global plant-based packaging industry is experiencing rapid expansion, with growth expected to accelerate in the coming years. Valued at USD 110.48 million in 2022, the market is projected to reach an impressive USD 329.58 million by 2032, maintaining a steady compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.6% from 2023 to 2032. This surge reflects […]
3 Ways to Reduce Your Label Waste Without Compromising Performance
Label waste can quietly add up across your packaging line, driving up both environmental impact and operational costs. Fortunately, there are effective strategies to minimise waste without sacrificing label durability, clarity, or compliance. Here are three practical ways to make your labelling process leaner and greener. 1. Switch to Linerless Labels Traditional pressure-sensitive labels come […]
What Is the EU Ecolabel? A Guide for Business Owners
As sustainability continues to shape consumer choices and regulatory standards, business owners are increasingly under pressure to demonstrate their environmental credentials. One widely recognised way to do so within the European market is through the EU Ecolabel—a certification that signals a product or service has met high environmental and performance standards. Whether you’re just beginning […]
The UK’s Environmental Improvement Plan
In early 2023, the UK Government unveiled its Environmental Improvement Plan (EIP) 2023, a major strategic framework designed to tackle environmental degradation and promote long-term sustainability. As the first revision of the 25 Year Environment Plan introduced in 2018, this latest roadmap sets out how the government plans to meet its ambitious environmental goals over […]
What are the Extended Producer Responsibilities?
The way UK organisations responsible for packaging must carry out their recycling responsibilities has changed. If you’re affected by extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging, you may need to report your packaging data from 2023 onward, and in the future pay fees based on your data . EPR for packaging fees have been deferred for […]