Lidl talks packaging sustainability - Evian partners with Wimbledon on refillable system - Food waste vs packaging waste
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Welcome to this edition of the Packaging Europe LinkedIn newsletter! As always, we've gathered the most significant packaging news from the last seven days, so you can stay informed about the industry's most important stories and emerging trends.
Without further ado, let's dive into the stories that caught our attention this week.
The Lidl approach to packaging sustainability
How does Lidl, one of the world’s largest food retailers, approach packaging sustainability? We had a conversation with Michael Janzer, Director of Corporate Social Responsibility Purchasing International at Lidl, to discuss the company’s views on the role that retailers play in this context, the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive revisions, biodegradables, reuse, and much more.
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Evian and Wimbledon partner on refillable system for players at this year’s Championships
Water brand Evian and tennis tournament Wimbledon have announced their first on-court refillable system for players, to be piloted during this year’s Championships.
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Food waste vs packaging waste: Striking a balance
How should the industry balance the critical – and occasionally competing – aims of reducing food waste and minimising packaging waste? AIPIA’s communications director, Andrew Manly, gives his thoughts in our latest opinion piece.
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Decarbonising the global food system
What role can packaging and processing innovation play in helping to decarbonise global food systems? And how can our industry empower consumers with knowledge as it works towards this goal? Alex Henriksen, Managing Director for Tetra Pak North Europe and UK, tells us more.
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‘Speak the same language’: Promoting sustainable consumer habits
How can a greater understanding of consumer behaviours and motivations help build a more sustainable supply chain? Victoria Hattersley reports.