Mars Wrigley UK’s packaging reduction to save 51 tonnes of plastic
The group will be cutting plastic in some of its most popular confectionery brands.
Staying sustainable during Covid-19: HISBE offers details on its second store
Ethical retailer HISBE is just about to open its second store. Co-founder Ruth Anslow gives an update on the progress as well as the long-term impact of Covid-19.
Costcutter links up with food waste app Too Good To Go
Costcutter Supermarkets Group has revealed details of its new partnership with food waste app, Too Good To Go
How more than 1,000 UK grocery stores are fighting food waste with Too Good To Go
Thirteen per cent of food waste happens at distribution and retail level. In the UK, 1,000 grocery stores are already leading the way in the fight against food waste with Too Good To Go
What is the future of forecourt and convenience?
Forecourts are on the cusp of change but is everyone ready for it?Suresite’s Eva Jones discusses the future of the sector.
Six of the best: sustainable production initiatives
Sustainable production comes under the spotlight as we examine some recent initiatives by FMCG brands to improve their green credentials.
How does the government’s electric vehicle plan impact forecourt retailers?
The government’s green plan will see a shift away from new petrol or diesel vehicles, what impact will this have on forecourt retailers?
Energy savings of £16m per year up for grabs in convenience sector
Amit Patel of Premier in Sandiacre, Derbyshire stands to save £345 per year thanks to a new sustainability project by Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I.
Cadbury removes plastic trays from adult selection boxes
Mondelēz International has reduced plastic across Cadbury, Bournville and Toblerone selection boxes in a bid to become more sustainable.
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Ribena rolls out most sustainable bottle yet
The 500ml bottles are 100% recyclable and made from 100% recycled plastic.
Why retailers can unlock additional sales by stocking sustainable beer
With studies showing that consumers will pay more for sustainable products, the beer industry is making strides to reduce its carbon footprint
Midcounties Co-op CEO Phil Ponsonby calls for more sustainable business practices
Ponsonby spoke live at The Convenience Conference on 6 October
Sustainability in focus at The Convenience Conference
Sustainability in the convenience sector will be under scrutiny at The Convenience Conference.
Plastic carrier bag charge to be extended to convenience retailers
The government’s decision to extend the plastic carrier bag charge to all retailers has been welcomed by the convenience retail industry.
Recyclable wine cans from Ehrmanns’ Beefsteak Club brand
Ehrmanns Wines has launched its Beefsteak Club Mendoza Malbec wine in 250ml cans.
New poll says UK consumers favour “all-in” deposit return scheme
A new consumer poll has shown that British consumers support a deposit return scheme that covers all types of drinks containers, but with a variable level of deposit according to pack size.
Ban on plastic straws not yet enforced due to coronavirus
The government has confirmed that the proposed ban on the sale or supply of plastic drinking straws, stirrers and cotton buds has been delayed due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Retail trade associations welcome DRS exemption amendment
Retail trade organisations ACS, NFRN and SGF have welcomed the Scottish government’s decision to amend the regulations for the country’s forthcoming deposit return scheme for food and drink packaging to include a new exemption for return points.
Scotland to press ahead with deposit scheme despite virus disruption
The Scottish Parliament has voted to go ahead with its plan to introduce a deposit return scheme (DRS) for food and drink packaging in two years’ time.
Heart of England Co-op to fit refillable sanitisers in 35 stores with LocoSoco deal
The Heart of England Co-operative Society has agreed a new distribution agreement with LocoSoco, the social enterprise which offers a wide range of refillable household products, including sanitisers, at value price points.
Scotland’s Deposit Return Scheme delayed until July 2022
Scotland has delayed the implementation of its Deposit Return Scheme until July 2022 due to fears over the impact of the coronavirus.
Food waste app Gander drives up sales of reduced-priced items in NI
The introduction of food waste app Gander in Northern Ireland has resulted in a 45% increase in sales of reduced-price food in the country, according to the app’s founders.
A cost-neutral scheme for plastic
The Environment Bill, which first made an appearance in the Queen’s Speech, made its long-awaited return to Parliament at the start of this year and more recently had its Second Reading, writes James Lowman of ACS.
Lincolnshire Co-op rewards customers who use reusable cups
Lincolnshire Co-op is encouraging membership card-holders to “help the environment” by rewarding them with 25p every time they use a reusable cup to purchase their hot drinks.
Stores' Deposit Return Scheme concerns raised in Westminster debate
Parliament heard concerns about the impact of a Deposit Return Scheme on small retailers in England and Wales during the second reading of the Environment Bill yesterday (26 February).
Taking a swipe at food waste
Could mobile phone technology hold the answer to cutting food waste? C-Store talks to retailers such as Hendersons who are seeing success from apps that help sell-through reduced lines
Co-op launches TV ad showcasing recyclable packaging credentials
A new TV advert from the Co-op Group highlights the benefits to the environment of its recyclable pizza packaging.
Support for ‘all-in’ Deposit Return Scheme grows among Scottish consumers
Three-quarters of Scottish consumers believe that all drinks containers, including metal cans, plastic and glass bottles, coffee cups, cartons and pouches, should be included in Scotland’s deposit return scheme (DRS), a new survey of 1,019 Scots has found.
Refillable solutions: Thrill and spills
There’s a huge public appetite for reducing plastic in retail, but there’s more to establishing a successful refillable solution than meets the eye. C-Store looks at the issues to consider
Ethical retailer Hisbe crowd-funds to help open second store
Ethical supermarket Hisbe is seeking to raise £450,000 via a new crowd-funding campaign to help it launch a second store in the West Sussex town of Worthing this spring.