Tag: circular economy

  • Paper: Highly Recycled and part of the Circular Economy

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    We’ve produced a new short video highlighting one of the print and paper industry’s greatest sustainability success stories: the high recycling rates achieved by paper products around the world. As consumers, businesses and policymakers continue to seek more sustainable solutions, paper remains a standout example of a natural, renewable and widely recycled material. The new…

  • The Truth About Paper

    Paper is often caught in the middle of the sustainability conversation. Despite being one of the most widely recycled and renewable materials in use today, it is frequently misunderstood. A common assumption persists that paper is inherently harmful to the environment, while digital alternatives are automatically cleaner. The reality is more nuanced. The “Paper Equals…

  • The Story of Paper

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    Paper is a uniquely renewable, sustainable and recyclable product and epitomises the circular economy model of make, use, recycle and reuse. The main raw material, trees, are grown and harvested in a carefully controlled and sustainable way. So successfully that European forests, which provide 90% of the wood fibre used by the European pulp and…

  • The Rise of Inclusive Design

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    Inclusive packaging has gradually moved beyond niche innovation into a design priority. In the past year, leading brands have shown that accessibility is a fundamental part of how products are experienced. From household goods, technology and beauty, packaging is being rethought to support people with a wide range of physical, sensory and cognitive needs. Three…

  • Global Recycling Day 2026

    Happening on March 18, the 2026 celebration of the power of recycling focuses on the economic value of reusing the planet’s resources. Established in 2018 to recognise and celebrate the importance recycling plays in preserving the world’s primary resources, Global Recycling Day has grown from a small, recycling industry into a worldwide event, bringing together…

  • England’s New Simpler Recycling Scheme

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    From the 31st of March 2026, households across England will see major changes to how recycling collections work under a new government initiative known as Simpler Recycling. This scheme, introduced by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA), aims to make recycling easier and more effective by standardising what can be recycled and how it…

  • Stop, Look, Recycle – Recycle Week

    This year’s Recycle Week focuses on increasing awareness on the recyclable packaging that often finds its way into general waste. This month, between 22-28 September, the UK puts its annual spotlight on recycling. Now in its 22nd year, Recycle Week returns to encourage the British public to recycle items that too often find themselves thrown into…

  • The Rise Of Collectable Editions In Publishing

    In recent years, the book world has undergone a luxurious transformation. Minimalist designs have given way to foiled hardcovers, sprayed edges, and intricate dust jackets as collectable editions rise to dominance in the publishing industry. These decorative, limited-run books are now a major revenue stream for publishers and a hot commodity among readers, collectors, and…

  • Global Recycling Day 2025

    Global Recycling Day is an annual event that takes place on March 18th to raise awareness about the importance of recycling and encourage people to take action to reduce waste and protect the environment. The theme of Global Recycling Day extends beyond a single day of acknowledgement; it is a year-round commitment to promoting sustainability and environmental…

  • Recycled Christmas Trees Helping To Reduce Flooding

    If you have a real fern tree at Christmas, what do you do with it after it’s served its festive use and is looking a bit worse for wear? A Christmas tree recycling company has found a great way of aiding in the reduction of flooding in local areas. Based in Todmorden,  Sara Tomkins and…