Plastic Waste News

The latest plastic waste news and a look at what is being done to reduce the presence of plastic waste, or plastic pollution, and the accumulation of plastic objects in the Earth’s environment.

FIDRA recognises award-winning plastic and PFAS-free food packaging brand, Delipac

Environment
Delipac is developing Smart-Safe© food packaging solutions that are plastic-free and PFAS-free. Find out more.

Five years of progress: The Alliance to End Plastic Waste’s Progress Report 2024

Environment
The Alliance to End Plastic Waste discusses its 2024 Progress Report and the evolving focus set out by its Strategy 2030.

Growing levels of microplastics contribute to AMR, study finds

Environment
New research from Plymouth Marine Laboratory shows that antimicrobial-resistant bacteria colonises microplastics in the natural environment.
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are 17 global targets designed to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure peace and prosperity for all by 2030. Our latest plastic waste news includes updates from organisations looking to tackle Goal 12.

Responsible Consumption and Production - UN SDG Goal 12

Global shipping leaders unite to tackle ocean plastic pollution

Environment
A new alliance of major shipping companies has launched a coordinated push to curb ocean plastic pollution. Find out more.

Recyclable cellulose coatings for sustainable packaging

Environment
Films for Future (F3) project seeks to end packaging waste with sustainable cellulose-based coatings. Find out more

Obstacles towards a circular economy: Why is the UK still exporting recyclable waste?

Environment
Limited capacity and rising energy costs mean it’s often cheaper for the UK to export recyclable waste rather than handle it at home.

Single-use plastics designed to reduce food waste are harming the planet

Environment
Mounting plastic waste could disrupt ecosystems, negatively affect food security, and cause health issues in people.

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