We can all do better. ‘Eco-friendly’ and ‘sustainable’ have both become climate change buzzwords in recent years, increasingly used by brands in campaigns to promote
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
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,
Seaweed thrives naturally in both marine and freshwater environments without the need for additional inputs such as fertilizers or pesticides. When cultivated sustainably, it has
The Producer Responsibility Obligations (Packaging and Packaging Waste) Regulations 2024 took effect on January 1, 2025, introducing a new framework for Extended Producer Responsibility for
The UK introduced the Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) in April 2022 as part of its broader efforts to tackle plastic waste and encourage businesses to
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) says waste terms such as ‘biodegradable’ and ‘compostable’ seen in product ads, are confusing and potentially misleading. The ASA –
McDonald’s is making major efforts to lessen its environmental footprint, with a focus on cutting waste and using more sustainable materials in its packaging and
The global flexible paper packaging market is rapidly evolving, projected to reach an impressive USD 78.25 billion by 2033 from USD 50.68 billion in 2023.
IGD has been working since 2021 to develop a consistent approach to environmental labelling for the UK following a proliferation of competing schemes in recent
Consumers are ready for compostable packaging and labels; they’re just waiting for companies to supply them. A “first-of-its-kind consumer behaviour trial” which involved households receiving