Factsheet: What are plastics & do they have a role in a sustainable future?

Plastic has got a bad reputation. But it also has many practical properties. Sometimes, these properties can even help us be more sustainable, providing we are careful with the material’s disposal and reuse. Discover how this works.
Pioneering plastics: Q&A spanning bioplastics to oxo-degradables

Sometimes it feels like there are too many plastic types for consumers to fully comprehend. Verive’s guide to relevant varieties – spanning recycled plastics, oxo-degradables, and bioplastics – provides key definitions from the plastics packaging market.
What are countries outside of Europe doing to reduce plastic waste?

Plastic legislation around the world. The EU has adopted the Single Use Plastics Directive, but what are countries outside of Europe doing about plastic?
What is greenwashing and why is it bad news for sustainability?

Companies often make claims that can boost their appeal to sustainability-conscious customers. But when these claims are incorrect, it has consequences – for consumers, for businesses and for the planet.
What’s rPET and why do we use it for food packaging?

Factsheet: Everything you need to know about rPET (recycled PET) and its use in food packaging
Why we don’t use the term ‘plastic-free’

Products labelled ‘plastic-free’ are often considered more sustainable. But what does ‘plastic-free’ really mean – and is it the most environmentally conscious choice?