Packaging

New figures show recession-fuelled drinking has hampered supermarkets' attempts to cut waste

Friends of the Earth predicts more councils could press charges against supermarkets over alleged use of excess packaging

Report predicts exponential growth for packaging made from recycled and biodegradable materials

Seven firms pledge to cut supply chain waste as new minister urges more retailers to follow suit

Asda, Boots and Sainsbury's back report calling for policy to encourage firms to 'design out' waste

California Assembly passes legislation to ban free distribution of single-use carrier bags, moving bill to the Senate

UK supermarket giant confirms it is looking at rolling out waste-saving pouches for other products

Marks & Spencer switches its entire range of miniature wine bottles from glass to plastic in attempt to cut carbon and reduce waste levels

Certification scheme to highlight those customers who adopt sustainable transport packaging policies

Sportswear giant reckons shoe boxes have run their race