Irish businesses not properly segregating waste, Repak finds
Irish businesses are falling short when it comes to properly segregating waste, a new study by environmental non-profit Repak has…
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Urgent need for circular economy mindset in the construction sector
The construction sector needs to urgently adopt a circular economy mindset in order to address the growing amount of waste…
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation appoints new chief executive
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation has announced the appointment of Jonquil Hackenberg as its new chief executive, commencing 4 November. Hackenberg,…
Tourism sector needs to drive positive environmental and social change
Zurab Pololikashvili, Secretary-General of the UNWTO has urged the tourism industry to build a more sustainable sector.
What does the EU Green Deal mean for the packaging industry?
Smurfit Westrock examines what effect forthcoming EU sustainability legislation is likely to have on the packaging sector.
Bio-based, circular economy just on the horizon, says GDI
A bio-based economy is just around the corner, a new study by the Gottlieb Duttweiler Institute (GDI) has suggested, given recent technological breakthroughs.
Greater understanding of timber availability and sustainability needed, study finds
A study by the University of Bristol has called for a departure from using certified, locally sourced timber in construction and design.
Landowners call for support from MEPs on climate change
The European Landowners’ Organization (ELO) is calling on future MEPs to ensure that they support landowners in handling the climate crisis.
What is the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)?
In 2022, as part of the EU Green Deal and Circular Economy Action Plan, the European Commission took an ambitious stance on packaging waste.
Open innovation essential to tackling climate change concerns, says CATL CEO
More open innovation between business and countries will be essential to tackle the challenges associated with climate change, the CEO of CATL has said.