Environment
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REHAU Decarbonises District Heating Deliveries by Fuelling Lorries with HVOREHAU is highlighting its latest sustainability milestone by switching 85% of its UK district heating deliveries to hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) in partnership with CEVA Logistics. This move significantly cuts transport emissions and supports a more sustainable end-to-end supply chain. REHAU will continue investing in greener manufacturing and durable polymer solutions to reduce environmental impact across its operations.Friday, 30 January 2026
REHAU Awarded Great Place to Work® Certification for Second Year RunningREHAU UK has been recertified as a Great Place to Work® for 2025, marking its second consecutive year of recognition. With over 90% of employees taking part in the survey, the result reflects a strong culture of trust, collaboration, and pride across the business.Friday, 23 January 2026
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SHARPAK Announced as Founding Signatory of the New UK Packaging PactBPF member SHARPAK have confirmed its position as a founding signatory of the UK Packaging Pact, the new voluntary agreement led by WRAP. The initiative which will be launching in April 2026 aims to drive major improvements across all packaging materials in the UK.Thursday, 11 December 2025
Plastics Federation calls for urgent government support for UK plastic recyclersThe British Plastics Federation (BPF) has warned that the UK is at serious risk of losing its domestic plastic recycling industry. Over the past two years, more than 17 UK plastic recycling sites or companies, with a combined processing capacity of roughly 400,000 tonnes, are no longer operational.Tuesday, 9 December 2025
BPF statement on outcome of INC-5.2British Plastics Federation release statement that "it is deeply disappointed that INC-5.2 in Geneva concluded without agreement on a Global Plastics Treaty"Friday, 15 August 2025
Why Plastics Processors Should Join the Climate Change Agreement (CCA) SchemePlastics processors can save thousands annually by joining the CCA scheme. Learn how to cut Climate Change Levy costs, boost energy efficiency, and prepare for net-zero goals.Wednesday, 11 June 2025
Wiltshire manufacturer Leafield Environmental achieves a King’s Award for EnterpriseLeafield Environmental has been honoured with a King’s Award for Enterprise for its excellence in International Trade. Announced today (Tuesday 6 May 2025), Leafield is one of 197 organisations nationally to be recognised with the prestigious award. Wednesday, 7 May 2025
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Bioplastics – What are they?Delving into the ever changing world of bioplastics is not for the faint-hearted. The confusing plethora of information (and misinformation) from competing sources ensures the waters are muddied at the best of times. So, let's figure it out together with the help of our Director of Packaging, Brian Lodge.Wednesday, 15 January 2025
Chemical Recycling: A Beginner's GuideThe 2024 Autumn budget announcement has introduced an opportunity for UK businesses to adopt a mass balance approach to verify recycled content in chemically recycled plastics. Discover the impact of this announcement on the UK recycling sector and the prospects for sustainable plastic solutions.Friday, 15 November 2024
Top 15 Plastic Innovations Of 2024One of the BPF's most-loved articles is back for 2024... showcasing 15 of the best innovations in plastics.Tuesday, 29 October 2024
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