Recycling

Demand for biodegradable plastics may be soaring, but as Bunzl's Joanna Gilroy argues they are far from being a quick fix for the plastic waste challenge

Only one in 10 local authorities accept plastic bread bags for recycling, but TerraCycle partnership aims to set up alternative collection network

As fresh statistics confirm UK remains well short of recycling targets, latest flurry of consultations aims to flesh out plans to overhaul UK waste and recycling regime

EXCLUSIVE: Electric racing championship partners with Belgian firm Umicore to recycle 80 car batteries from its first two race seasons

Anyone ordering a new bra from online retailer Harper Wilde can now send an old one back for recycling

Electronic waste hazardous due to toxic parts was tracked to developing countries

Cross-party MPs are backing an early day motion calling for a complete ban on plastic waste exports to the developing world

Company to encourage shoppers to bring back black plastic and other non-recyclable materials so it can be turned into children's playground equipment

Retailer also extends trial of deposit return scheme for another six months at four stores in England, Wales, and Scotland

Ice cream giant latest big brand to commit to remove single use plastics from its outlets