Brands for a Better World: Shifting Towards Sustainability
On this episode, Alicia Lahey of Humble Snacks talks about conscious consumerism, compostable packaging, and the importance of investing in plastic-free…
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UK sales of plastic wet wipes look set to be banned
Following consultation, Government plans to prohibit difficult to recycle product across UK, in bid to tackle plastic pollution
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Britain to ban the billions of toxic plastic wet wipes that clog its sewers and blight the environment in world first following Daily Mail campaign
The move represents a victory for the Daily Mail which has been highlighting the dangers of plastic pollution, including wet wipes, since the award-winning Banish the Bags campaign of 2008.
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UK Government to Ban Sale of Plastic Wet Wipes
The UK government will ban wet wipes containing plastic, following overwhelming public support. This crucial move will reduce water pollution and sewer blockages. More policy certainty for transitioning away from plastics is called for.
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Source: edie.net
Is a plastic-free future possible?
With Earth Day 2024 and an increasing number of campaigners calling for an end to plastics, is time finally up for the 20th century's miracle material?
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Source: dezeen.com
Progress tackling plastic waste 'almost invisible' as record 220m tonnes predicted this year
Global average plastic waste per person to hit 28kg this year, as total level of waste set to rise more than seven per cent since 2021
United States Sarah Perreard Plastic Footprint Network Plastic Solutions Health Summit Plastic Health Council Plastic Overshoot Day
Source: businessgreen.com
The shocking extent of Earth's plastic crisis: 220 MILLION tonnes of waste are set to be generated this year - the equivalent of 20,000 Eiffel Towers
The charity EA Earth Action have released their annual study showing that across the globe, 28kg of plastic waste per person will be created in 2024.
Source: dailymail.co.uk
Majority Of Brits Concerned About Microplastic Impact, Survey Finds
The poll found that 80% of British people surveyed are concerned about the impact of microplastics on the environment and human health.
Source: forbes.com
The Engineer - Polls find UK public concerned about microplastic pollution
People in the UK are concerned about microplastic pollution and believe action needs to be taken, polls carried out by Xeros Technology and Matter have found.
Source: theengineer.co.uk
How bold are the Food and Drink Federation's sustainable policy recommendations?
The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has set out its green policy priorities for the next UK Government, calling on all parties to make bolder pledges on the energy transition and on regenerative agriculture. But is the language on these issues, and on plastics, strong enough?
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Source: edie.net