PACKAGING UK

Study urges FMCG companies to speed up transition towards sustainable packaging products

SHALE GAS

UK's Lancaster County Council rejects two shale gas exploration permits / Setback for fracking industry / Environmental advocates cheer decision / Cuadrilla likely to appeal

PLASTIC CARRIER BAGS

British retailer Tesco abandons biodegradable bags / Concerns over environmental impact and physical strength / Additive supplier defends technology / Consultation in Scotland could lead to bag levy

PACKAGING SUSTAINABILITY

Supply chain for bio-based food packaging at 2012 Olympics / No waste to landfill