Innovation is making reuse the most convenient and hygienic choice for consumers
There is nothing complicated about reuse, really. At home we have no problem using dishes, clothes, towels, washing them and placing them back in their spot. But everything seems to change the moment we leave our doorstep. We are used to grabbing our coffee from a coffee shop, gas station or kiosk. We order take-away […]
A coalition of environmental organisations seek corporate allies to demand strong policy for reuse systems in Europe
For immediate release — Brussels, March 15th 2021 For World Consumer’s Day, an alliance of environmental organisations has released an open letter demanding that ambitious policy be put in place to enable the implementation of robust reuse systems. Businesses championing reuse are being invited to sign, from all over Europe. From refill services to using […]
In the news: On a retro style milk truck, London entrepreneur chases a 'zero waste' future
The milkman is back! Well, kind of. Read the Reuters article by Natalie Thomas to learn about Ella Shone's Zero Waste Mobile Shop "Topup Truck." And check out Zero Waste Europe's report on Packaging Free Shops in Europe to learn more.
Webinar: Towards safe and sustainable food contact materials in European healthcare
Register for the Food Contact Webinar on March 4th, organized by #breakfreefromplastic member Health Care Without Harm. Food contact materials (FCM) play an important role in food services in healthcare. They are used in a range of common catering products, including food and beverage containers and cutlery and help ensure the safe delivery of food […]
Join Zero Waste Europe on 13th April 2021 · 2:00 PM (CET) The ability to reuse products and materials sits right at the heart of the zero waste approach, as a basic prerequisite for a circular economy to flourish. To get reuse in the mainstream, a number of local and national systems must be both […]
