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Resource and Waste Strategy and New Plastics Economy Global Commitment, have been put in place to address plastic waste. In a bid to encourage distributors to consider their packaging practices, in April 2022, the government will be introducing a ‘plastic tax’ on packaging that includes less than 30% recycled material. However, it’s not only on the onus of
the government and Plastics Pact members to tackle the issue. As the plastic problem is a global disaster, all businesses and organisations should be stepping up to their responsibility by setting their own targets.
Now it’s your turn
It’s simple – to reduce our plastic intake, ‘throwaway culture’ needs to change. Businesses need to move towards a more circular model that encourages individuals to view plastic as a renewable resource that should be kept in our economy and out of the natural environment. The key to this is to examine and refine waste management practices. Investing
in
plastic, but how can others follow inue the good work.
lasting environmental technologies will dramatically reduce your carbon footprint and decrease the amount of waste going to landfill. So not only will you be saving on the landfill tax, you’ll also be protecting our planet for future generations. Balers can improve internal waste management systems by compressing the volume of waste by up to 95%. Compacting waste into unmixed bales, optimised for transportation helps to reduce emissions and running costs. Baling is also valuable as
it’s likely to generate a return on investment on your waste when collected by recycling centres. Cardboard perforators are ideal for those quick and easy
seeking plastic alternatives. Transforming waste into
packaging free
biodegradable packaging material, this machine eliminates the need to use single- use plastic packaging, such as bubble wrap and saves the amount of waste going to landfill. Aside from this, distribution centres and packaging plants should consider how they can improve their own internal recycling procedures. For example, all businesses have a duty of care to ensure that they are using a responsible waste collector. It should also be a constant goal to encourage employees to continue waste management practices as it’ll improve your companies’ green credentials, and thus its public reputation.
It’s never too late
Change requires high levels of investment and innovation, which cannot be done by the Plastics Pact members alone. So, as manufacturers and distributors across the nation unite to eradicate single-use plastic from our everyday life, make sure your business does not get left behind in this battle.
As a global shift has to come from the
top up – all manufacturers and distributors should be taking the initiative by starting with the simple act of re-evaluating waste management practices and invest in long- term environmental technologies.
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