May 2018 - Page 2 of 4 - Plastic Waste Solutions
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Costa Coffee pledges to recycle half a billion disposable cups a year – UK
Posted on May 27, 2018 by DrRossH in Plastic Limiting RegulationsManaging director acknowledges role played by The Independent's Cut the Cup Waste campaign in highlighting issue of plastic waste from takeaway beverage containers Source: Costa Coffee pledges to recycle half a billion disposable cups a year The UK’s largest coffee retailer,...
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More than 40 major UK businesses have said they will ban single-use plastics
Posted on May 27, 2018 by DrRossH in Plastic Limiting Regulations‘Together, we have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to rethink and reshape the future of plastic’ Source: More than 40 major UK businesses have said they will ban single-use plastics More than 40 major businesses have pledged to eradicate single-use plastics from packaging...
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National Geographic’s June magazine cover has people talking
Posted on May 22, 2018 by DrRossH in Plastic Waste NewsNational Geographic's chillingly shrewd June magazine cover has people talking. Source: National Geographic's June magazine cover has people talking National Geographic's chillingly shrewd June magazine cover has people talking. The classic orange-yellow frame surrounds a picture of a plastic bag submerged...
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National Geographic launches long-term campaign on plastics
Posted on May 22, 2018 by DrRossH in Plastic Waste NewsFrom internal commitments to education, this could shift some hearts and minds. Source: National Geographic launches long-term campaign on plastics National Geographic is doing just that (step up to make a difference) with the launch of its Continue reading this entry →
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Going green: Alaska Airlines says ‘so long’ to non-recyclable plastic stir straws
Posted on May 22, 2018 by DrRossH in Plastic StrawsAirline says it will be the first in U.S. to phase out plastic stirring sticks – and plastic citrus picks – in favor of sustainable versions. Source: Going green: Alaska Airlines says 'so long' to non-recyclable plastic stir straws Alaska Airlines...
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Call to Ban Oxo-Biodegradable Plastics Challenged
Posted on May 21, 2018 by DrRossH in Plastic Limiting RegulationsOver 150 organizations and individuals, including food and beverage companies, chemical companies, industry associations, and members of the European Parliament, released a statement earlier this mont Source: Call to Ban Oxo-Biodegradable Plastics Challenged Over 150 organizations and individuals, including food and...
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Vancouver votes to ban plastic straws, foam cups and containers by June 2019 – Canada
Posted on May 20, 2018 by DrRossH in Plastic StrawsCouncil voted to bring in a distribution ban on straws and polystyrene on June 1, 2019. Source: Vancouver votes to ban plastic straws, foam cups and containers by June 2019 | CBC News Vancouver has voted to ban the distribution...
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The wacky items Brisbane is banning – Australia
Posted on May 20, 2018 by DrRossH in Balloons, Plastic StrawsBRISBANE City Council has announced it’s about to become one of Australia’s most environmentally friendly councils after it committed to banning plastic straws, helium balloons and single-use bottles. Source: The wacky items Brisbane is banning “It’s a win for Brisbane,...
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Birds are dropping dead off Australia’s coast, and it’s all our fault
Posted on May 20, 2018 by DrRossH in Plastic Limiting RegulationsConfronting new images reveal the cost of Australia's obsession with plastic, with appalled scientists recovering hundreds of fragments from the stomachs of birds. Source: Birds are dropping dead off Australia's coast, and it's all our fault A Federal Senate report...
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Balloon ban reaches new high – Australia
Posted on May 11, 2018 by DrRossH in BalloonsHelium ballloons are increasingly being banned by Perth Councils. Many have banned the use and release of the balloons in public spaces because of concerns over their impact on the environment The City of Nedlands is looking at bringing...
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