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Reusable packaging revolution is close - experts say Partner content
Environment
By Plastic policy @ Portsmouth
Reusable packaging revolution is close - experts say
Global plastics treaty talks this week should aim for mass adoption of reuse systems to cut plastic pollution.
Britain must use its soft power to secure an ambitious Global Plastic Treaty
Environment
By Selaine Saxby MP
Britain must use its soft power to secure an ambitious Global Plastic Treaty
With the fifth largest marine estate in the world, the United Kingdom must help rid the world's oceans of plastic.
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Environment
By Policy@Manchester
The Plastic Problem: moving from a linear to a circular economy
Plastics have enabled society to progress at an unprecedented pace and have facilitated momentous advances in technology. However, it is the inherent durability of plastic which largely accounts for both its success and the plastic waste problem we now face. Our behaviour and choices as consumers or producers of plastic waste are of great importance in resolving the problem. Governments have typically been slow or reluctant to respond to this issue. In this article Dr Thomas Franklin from The University of Manchester’s Royce Institute, outlines how proportionate legislation and policy initiatives will be crucial in the fight against plastic waste.
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Environment
By Plastic policy @ Portsmouth
Global Plastic Policy Centre launches resource to track progress on once-in-a-generation plastic treaty
The University of Portsmouth has launched a new resource designed to help anyone interested in keeping up with the plastics treaty process.
‘Plastic-eating’ enzymes to be deployed to combat waste polyester clothing Partner content
Environment
By Plastic policy @ Portsmouth
‘Plastic-eating’ enzymes to be deployed to combat waste polyester clothing
Scientists at the University of Portsmouth are to develop ‘plastic-eating’ enzymes that could help solve the ever-growing problem of waste polyester clothing.
Keynote speakers announced for landmark conference to help end plastic pollution Partner content
Environment
By Plastic policy @ Portsmouth
Keynote speakers announced for landmark conference to help end plastic pollution
A socially conscious rapper, an award-winning environmental activist and a women’s empowerment advocate are among the keynote speakers for the PlasticsFuture 2023 Conference being held at the University of Portsmouth next June.
Using art and song to help solve South African plastic waste crisis Partner content
Environment
By Plastic policy @ Portsmouth
Using art and song to help solve South African plastic waste crisis
A pioneering scheme using street art, theatre and song aims to reduce open dumping and burning of waste as well as increase plastic recycling in South Africa.
New investigation reveals traditional roast dinner contains 230,000 microplastics Partner content
Environment
By Plastic policy @ Portsmouth
New investigation reveals traditional roast dinner contains 230,000 microplastics
New research by the University of Portsmouth in partnership with Good Morning Britain, has revealed that enjoying just one traditional roast dinner can lead to ingesting 230,000 microplastics (microplastics are any plastics that are smaller than 5mm in size). Furthermore, eating one roast dinner everyday - or a similar meal everyday - would equate to eating two plastic bags each year.
Coca-Cola bottler makes switch from road to rail Partner content
Environment
By Coca-Cola Europacific Partners
Coca-Cola bottler makes switch from road to rail
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Environment
By Coca-Cola Europacific Partners
Deposit Return Scheme: T-minus 12 months
The topic of sustainability is continually in the spotlight – and rightly so. Droughts and wildfires in recent weeks are, sadly, a stark reminder of how pressing the climate emergency is.
New platform to tackle plastic waste gets political seal of approval Partner content
Environment
By Plastic policy @ Portsmouth
New platform to tackle plastic waste gets political seal of approval
The University of Portsmouth’s Global Plastics Policy Centre online platform aims to equip policymakers and the public with the tools to prevent plastic pollution.
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Environment
By Coca-Cola Europacific Partners
CCEP reveals milestone achievements in 2021 Sustainability Report
CCEP has shared the details of its 2021 Sustainability Report, which has officially launched today, alongside details of GB-specific highlights. The report pulls out a number of milestone achievements for CCEP against its This is Forward sustainability strategy.
Global plastics treaty – starting the process in Senegal Partner content
Environment
By Plastic policy @ Portsmouth
Global plastics treaty – starting the process in Senegal
A globally coordinated approach is vital to end plastic pollution.
Pioneering plastic-eating enzyme innovation centre opens Partner content
Environment
By Plastic policy @ Portsmouth
Pioneering plastic-eating enzyme innovation centre opens
The University of Portsmouth’s Centre for Enzyme Innovation (CEI) will officially open its new Industrial Engagement Hub (IEH) on Friday 27 May.
MP visit to discuss plastic pollution solutions Partner content
Environment
By Plastic policy @ Portsmouth
MP visit to discuss plastic pollution solutions
Jo Churchill MP met with the team behind the recently announced Global Plastic Policy Centre and discussed the challenges and opportunities in tackling the global plastic pollution crisis.
Exploring the latest developments in reusable plastics packaging Partner content
Environment
By British Plastics Federation
Exploring the latest developments in reusable plastics packaging
The British Plastics Federation (BPF) is hosting an online, half-day seminar on 12 May called ‘Reusable Plastics Packaging’. It will feature presentations on topics including consumer behaviour and the circular economy, as well as key case studies.
DEFRA Minister visits BPF House for Q&A event Partner content
Environment
By British Plastics Federation
DEFRA Minister visits BPF House for Q&A event
On Wednesday 20th April, Jo Churchill MP, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at DEFRA and the Minister responsible for recycling and waste, visited BPF House to give the keynote speech at an event on recycling, co-hosted by the BPF and The Enterprise Forum.
We need a whole-system approach to ensure a sustainable future for plastics that helps deliver net zero Partner content
Environment
By Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I
We need a whole-system approach to ensure a sustainable future for plastics that helps deliver net zero
The UK needs a step-change in our response to climate change if we are to meet the commitments made at COP26 and keep 1.5 alive.
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Environment
By British Plastics Federation
BPF response to Spring Statement 2022
The British Plastics Federation has issued its response to this year's Spring Statement.
Q&A: learn from an expert how a global plastic agreement could reduce pollution Partner content
Environment
By Plastic policy @ Portsmouth
Q&A: learn from an expert how a global plastic agreement could reduce pollution
Leading expert on plastic waste, Professor Steve Fletcher, explains how global ambitions to tackle plastic pollution can be delivered through national actions.
Diplomacy is Key to an Effective Global Treaty on Plastic Partner content
Environment
By British Plastics Federation
Diplomacy is Key to an Effective Global Treaty on Plastic
We now have the opportunity to pursue a collaborative, balanced approach on managing plastic waste.
BPF response to United Nations Environment Assembly Treaty Announcement Partner content
Environment
By British Plastics Federation
BPF response to United Nations Environment Assembly Treaty Announcement
In response to United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) recent announcement about a global treaty for plastics, the British Plastics Federation has issued the following statement:
University supporting the development of a global agreement to tackle plastic pollution Partner content
Environment
By Plastic policy @ Portsmouth
University supporting the development of a global agreement to tackle plastic pollution
University of Portsmouth research on plastic policies will help to shape a global agreement on plastic pollution.
BPF response to Wrap report on reducing household food waste Partner content
Environment
By British Plastics Federation
BPF response to Wrap report on reducing household food waste
The British Plastics Federation (BPF) shares the UK Plastic Pact’s overall objectives and the plastics industry only supports using plastic when it provides a benefit.