Europe’s e‑waste is a valuable resource – let’s not throw it away
Yet out of the 60 metals contained in old electronic devices like phones, screens or washing machines, only a few get recycled.
Lisbon rolls out Europe’s first city-wide reusable cup system
The system allows residents and tourists to buy drinks in reusable cups by paying a deposit, refunded when the cup is returned to a machine.
Adidas and Parley partner to create football boot made partly with plastic waste
The latest innovation is part of Adidas’ commitment to replacing virgin polyester with recycled solutions by next year.
The sachet economy: Can we ever solve the small packet problem?
Made from layers of plastic and aluminium, sachets aren’t biodegradable and are almost impossible to recycle.
Airbus helicopter flight brings sustainable aviation fuel ambition a step closer
The key to the fuel’s success would be allowing the aircraft to minimise its carbon footprint without compromising performance.
11 ethical and eco-friendly fine jewellery brands in Europe
The growing global focus on sustainability in the fashion industry has raised awareness of the environmental impacts of jewellery.
Paper-based packing solution aims to replace plastic wrapping in e-commerce
According to the company, the Functional Barrier Paper system is 95 per cent paper with enhanced barrier properties that can protect against water vapour and moisture.
Apple suppliers doubled use of renewable energy over the past year
Apple’s suppliers are now using over 10 gigawatts of renewable energy out of nearly 16 gigawatts in total commitments in the coming years.