Sustainability
Aluminium packaging recycling rates surpass 2020 target
According to recent data released by the UK’s Environment Agency, aluminium packaging recycling rates have officially exceeded their 2020 target with three months of the year still remaining.
Alzamora Group celebrates first anniversary of sustainable beverage packaging solution
One year after its launch in the market, Alzamora’s LatCub has positioned itself as the first biodegradable alternative to replace the plastic in can packs.
Pandemic sparks urgency for recycling across Europe
More than 90% of Europeans have declared they would like to do more for recycling in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a recent LUCID poll in association with Every Can Counts.
Let’s not take our eyes off the prize
That term ‘infinite recyclability’ which has been our trademark over the year is now under threat. Plastic is getting its act together and we as an industry need to take note.
New US packaging analysis finds aluminium cans show highest circular performance
“Recycling Unpacked: Assessing the Circular Potential of Beverage Containers in the United States” is published by Metabolic as part of a study commissioned by the Can Manufacturers Institute.
Canpack Middle East named a “green champion” at 13th Arabia CSR Awards
Canpack Middle East, global manufacturer of beverage and food packaging, has been recognised in the Medium Sized Business category as a sustainability leader.
Investing in aluminium packaging sorting and recycling pays off, says European Aluminium
Several speakers recently stressed the need to invest into the Circular Economy during a European Aluminium web workshop.
Can Manufacturers Institute confirmed for Virtual Asia CanTech
The Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI), has been confirmed as the first keynote speaker for this November’s ground-breaking Virtual Asia CanTech conference.
Tata Steel makes further commitment to responsible steelmaking
Tata Steel has announced it has joined forces with global steel-making standards organisation ResponsibleSteel.
Every Can Counts raises profile of can recycling with augmented reality game
In a Recycle Week first, Every Can Counts has released a new AR filter game across Facebook and Instagram.
Alupro celebrates UK’s commitment to recycling during lockdown
Organised by Recycle Now, this year’s Recycle Week (21-27 September) is running under the banner ‘Together We Recycle’ and aims to celebrate household recycling through the pandemic.
Ardagh signs commitment letter to Science-Based Targets initiative
Ardagh has committed to set science-based targets through a project that aims to encourage corporate climate action for a low-carbon economy.
World Land Trust and MPMA launch refillable metal water bottle
Each metal bottle will be sold through the World Land Trust website shop, with proceeds supporting the conservation charity.
INX International reinforces its commitment to sustainability
INX Europe’s decision to join Ceflex, the European-based flexible packaging consortium, last month represents the latest example of how the company has enhanced its support of a two decade long commitment to sustainable and Corporate Social Responsibility practices.