Neil Whittall
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Progress on paper cups
The number of places where coffee lovers can recycle their disposable cups has rocketed in the past 12 months, according to an update published by the Paper Cup Recovery and Recycling Group (PCRRG). The PCRRG estimates that there are currently… Read More
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Can caterers hit the jackpot with reverse vending?
MACHINES WHICH reward people for recycling are an expensive punt but a trial at Glasgow Caledonian University could show whether they pay off. Students drink a lot… Read More
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Bag tax won’t work
A NEW INDUSTRY group has been formed to try and bury the idea of a plastic bag tax once and for all. The Foodservice Packaging Association (FPA), the Packaging and Films Association (PAFA), the Confederation of Paper Industries (CPI)… Read More
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Creagh to speak at FPA event
SHADOW SECRETARY of State for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs Mary Creagh will be the keynote speaker at the Foodservice Packaging Association (FPA) Annual Environment Seminar. Held on January 10th 2013 the event will also include key figures… Read More
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Grocers on track with waste targets
THE GROCERY sector has delivered on its commitments to cut waste up and down the supply chain. New figures released by WRAP show that supply chain… Read More
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Are chefs up for a food waste fight?
First ever FootprintChannel debate highlights cost, culture and communication as key to waste reduction. A CULTURE CHANGE is needed in UK commercial kitchens if the foodservice sector is to deal… Read More
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The Throwaway Industry? Footprint Forum: 27 May 2010
An expert panel assembled for the third Footprint Forum at Pret A Manager’s London headquarter to discuss the environmental impact of packaging in the foodservice supply chain and some of the innovations and initiatives being implemented to counter this. Delegates,… Read More