Upfield Launches Plastic-Free, Recyclable Tub for Plant Butters and Spreads
Upfield Launches Plastic-Free, Recyclable Tub for Plant Butters and Spreads Thomas Reiner | 17.07.2024 Upfield has introduced plastic-free, recyclable tubs for its brands like Flora, Rama, and Blue Band. Developed with Footprint, MCC, and Pagès Group, these durable, oil- and water-resistant tubs use compressed wet paper fibers and are sourced from PEFC-certified suppliers. Aiming for […]
The Tethered Cap Conundrum: A Case Study in Environmental Good Intentions and Consumer Frustration
The Tethered Cap Conundrum: A Case Study in Environmental Good Intentions and Consumer Frustration Thomas Reiner | 05.07.2024 The introduction of tethered caps, mandated by the EU’s Single-Use Plastics Directive starting July 2024, has faced significant consumer backlash despite its environmental intentions. Designed to reduce plastic waste by keeping caps attached to bottles, the initiative […]
Global Responses to Shrinkflation: Promoting Transparency and Consumer Protection
Global Responses to Shrinkflation: Promoting Transparency and Consumer Protection Thomas Reiner | 25.06.2024 Shrinkflation has become a focal point of global consumer frustration and regulatory action. Businesses in the fast-moving consumer goods sector are reducing product sizes to manage rising costs. In response, countries like France and South Korea have introduced measures to ensure […]
Coca-Cola UK Trials Label-Free Bottles to Reduce Waste and Streamline Recycling Processes
Coca-Cola UK Trials Label-Free Bottles to Reduce Waste and Streamline Recycling Processes Thomas Reiner | 20.03.2024 Coca-Cola has embarked on an interesting trial to eliminate labels from its Sprite and Sprite Zero bottles, aiming to streamline the recycling process and minimize material use. The UK-based initiative is running from January to March 2024 in select […]