Tag: plastic
Reusable boxes for a takeaway without the throwaway
A returnable lunchbox scheme is being trialled at a London food market in a bid to reduce packaging...
Environment UK
Researchers have turned plastic water bottles into prosthetic limbs
The new product could provide low-cost alternative prostheses for amputees in developing countries, as well as help tackle plastic pollution...
Environment Science Technology
Boots to replace plastic carrier bags with paper bags
The UK pharmacy chain has announced it will replace plastic carrier bags with unbleached paper bags in all stores...
Environment UK
UK government bans plastic straws, stirrers and cotton buds
The government confirms a ban on plastic straws, stirrers and cotton buds in a bid to reduce plastic waste...
Environment UK
From pollution-munching fungi to tech that tags fishing nets: five plastic-busting projects
The winners of a £1m grant fund that is designed to tackle plastic pollution have been revealed...
Environment Innovation
Scotland to introduce ‘ambitious’ 20p bottle deposit scheme
The Scottish government has outlined plans for a deposit return scheme for some plastic drinking containers, cans and glass...
Environment
