UK and European shifts in sustainable packaging
The average European generates 180kg of packaging waste annually, which could increase by 19% by 2030 without intervention.
The average European generates 180kg of packaging waste annually, which could increase by 19% by 2030 without intervention.
Since April 2022, The Plastic Tax has been applied to packaging and manufacturing imports that contain less than 30% recycled content. For products that fall into this category, a £200 per metric tonne penalty will be charged to the accountable business. It’s a key part in the government’s latest environmental and sustainability plans.
At Swiftpak, we believe that a business needs to balance purpose and profit. That is why we wanted to become involved in a global movement where people use business as a force for good. We are now part of a global culture shift in hope to build a more inclusive and sustainable economy.