Is a reusable cup or food container more sustainable than a disposable one? And what defines ‘sustainable’?
Answering these questions isn’t as straightforward as it might seem. That’s why we teamed up with the University of Exeter and Bunzl Catering Supplies to dig deeper into the sustainability of packaging options. In this blog post, Justin Turquet, Director of Sustainability at Bunzl Catering & Hospitality Division, shares some key insights from our research.
Food waste: Why it’s bad for the environment and how packaging can help
Food waste is a big and growing problem that accelerates climate change. The right choice of packaging can help in the fight against food waste – without causing more problems than it solves.
Understanding the life cycle of packaging
What are the life cycle stages involved in packaging, and why are they important? This article explores the stages involved in producing, using and disposing packaging.
Global vs local sourcing – Which is the most sustainable?
Is it better to source your products and packaging locally, or globally? Local sourcing means less transportation and perhaps less carbon emissions, but there are occasions where it makes more environmental sense to source products from further afield.
