The Global Adhesives & Sealants Market Size is expected to reach USD 66.76 billion by 2026, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.05% during the forecast period   The Global Adhesives & Sealants Market Size is expected to reach USD 66.76 billion by 2026, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.05% during the forecast period. Promising growth of the global building and construction industry is touted to be the top factor driving this market in the foreseeable future. According to the French credit insurance company, Euler Hermes, the global construction industry grew by 3.5% in 2018 from 2017 levels, making 2018 the best-performing year for the industry in a decade. List of Top Players Covered in the Adhesives & Sealants Market Research Report are; - Sika AG - PPG Industries - H.B. Fuller Company - Avery Dennison - Arkema S.A. - RPM International Inc. - Huntsman Corporation - BASF SE - Ashland Inc. - 3M Request a Sample Report: https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/enquiry/request-sample-pdf/adhesives-and-sealants-market-101715 Key Industry Developments: April 2019: 3M Japan Ltd. added its new 3M™ Extended Wear Medical Transfer Adhesive in a bid to broaden its adhesive offerings for medical wearables. The new offering sports an adhesive sensitive to wear pressure and acts as an efficient initial adhesive to skin. April 2019: Henkel Corporation partnered with TerraCycle to offer additive manufacturers effective recycling choices on its Loctite ® brands under the Recycle Program. The collaboration developed the world's first recycling solution for anaerobic adhesive packaging. Market Report Overview Furthermore, a joint report produced and published by Global Construction Perspectives and Oxford Economics predicts that the value of this industry will hit $15.5 trillion by 2030, with an 85% rise in volume. India, China, and the US will account for nearly 57% of this rise, the report states. Adhesives and sealants are some of the most vital components in buildings as they hold join two distinctive materials together and keep them in place for prolonged periods of time. Thus, escalating demand for housing and commercial spaces would leverage the adhesives and sealants market growth in the coming years. Fortune Business Insights™ provides the above information in its new report, titled "Adhesives & Sealants Market Size, Share & Industry Analysis, By Adhesive Technology (Water-Based, Solvent-Based, Hot-Melt, Reactive And Others), By Adhesive Application (Paper & Packaging, Building & Construction, Woodworking, Consumer/DIY, Automotive & Transportation, Leather & Footwear And Others), By Resin (Silicone, Polyurethane, Plastisol, Emulsion, Polysulfide, Butyl And Others), By Sealant Application (Building & Construction, Automotive & Transportation, Consumer And Others), and Regional Forecast, 2019-2026". As per the findings of the report, the market value stood at USD 45.02 billion in 2018. The other highlights of the report are: Thorough research into the drivers, trends, and restraints shaping the growth of the market; 360-degree analysis of the market segments and their influence on the overall market outlook; Meticulous study of the competitive landscape of the market through profiling of key players, their strategies, and other industry developments; and Comprehensive evaluation of the regional dynamics of the market. Browse a detailed summary of adhesives and sealants market research report enabled with TOC, list of tables and figures: https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/industry-reports/adhesives-and-sealants-market-101715 Optimistic Projections for Electric Vehicles to Aid Market Growth One of the top emerging Adhesives & Sealants Market trends is the encouraging outlook for electric vehicles for the next couple of decades. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), in 2017, over 3 million hybrid cars were running on roads across the globe. Moreover, the IEA's New Policies Scenario projects that the number of electric cars on the road could reach 220 million by 2030. Adhesives and sealants are expected to play a crucial role in the manufacturing of electric vehicles as they make possible the bonding of dissimilar materials. Adhesives are already widely applied in automotive manufacturers such as for thermal conductivity and management and corrosion protection. The emergence of electric vehicles would open a new avenue for these materials. Rapid Industrial Development to Drive the Market in Asia-Pacific Asia-Pacific is foreseen to lead the Adhesives & Sealants Market share owing to the speedy development of industries in the region. In addition to that, the rapid expansion of the middle class in India and China is generating tremendous demand for building and construction activities, which is auguring well for the market in the region. North America boasted of the market size of USD 11.32 billion in 2018 and will remain a key region in this market during the forecast period. The primary factor driving the market here is the growing preference among consumers for flexible packaging solutions. In Europe, strong environmental regulations are firing up the demand for green adhesives and boosting the market in the region. Introduction of Innovative Offerings to Make Competition Fierce The adhesives and sealants market forecast predict a period of fierce competition in the market as companies develop and launch interesting solutions. "These measures are aiding players to diversify their portfolio and entrench their position in the market", says one of our lead analysts. Order a Single User License Copy: https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/checkout-page/101715

Bamboo diapers are absorbent and tend to last much longer than conventional diapers. Every month, Dyper sends between 124 and 180 bamboo diapers (4-6/day), depending on your baby’s size. If you need more, you can request extra deliveries. Prices start at $68.   Upon sign-up, subscribers can choose if they want to receive diapers only, briefs only, or cloth + disposables. The delivery frequency can be as short as every 2 weeks or as long as every 12 weeks. Meanwhile, sizes range from Newborn to Extra Large. Extras are also available, including wipes and Redyper™ (an added service that sends your bundles in specialized shipping boxes, biodegradable bags, and shipping labels, and allows you to return your used diapers or briefs to TerraCycle and Dyper for centralized composting).   We were sent a pack of diapers and wipes for review, but the regular subscription in their recommended 4-week delivery frequency will include:  

• Newborn (10 lbs & Under): 260 diapers/shipment
• Small (6-16 lbs): 220 diapers/shipment
• Medium (13-22 lbs): 180 diapers/shipment
• Large (20-31 lbs): 140 diapers/shipment
• XLarge (28+ lbs): 100 diapers/shipment

  They also currently offer a Sample Pack, which includes 3 diapers in your chosen size. Just pay for shipping! It’s a great way to experience the diapers and see if they fit your baby’s needs without committing to the full subscription. If you decide to proceed, they will credit your sample cost to your regular subscription!   DEAL: Get a FREE Sample pack (includes 3-5 diapers, depending on size)! USE THIS LINK to get the deal. Just $4 shipping!     The package came in their own pouch.     They also included a promotional card for Babysoy.   There is also information about Azlon from Soy Fiber and a 15% off code at the back of the card!     Everything in the pack!     Dyper Baby Wipes. These soft wipes are eco-friendly!     Made with only 5 ingredients, these wipes are safe and gentle for baby’s skin! They don’t contain alcohol and harsh chemicals. They’re also cruelty-free.     I love that the packaging came with a resealable lid. It’s easier to use because pulling the wipes out is very convenient and there are fewer chances of drying them out before finishing the whole pack!     The wipe itself is great! It’s not too thick but it’s also not flimsy. The amount of wetness is just right unlike others that feel like they’re almost dry or some that are just soaking wet, this one has the right level of moisture to it!     Dyper Baby Diapers. These are thoughtfully made diapers free from harmful chemicals! We chose the XL size and there are 20 pieces of the diapers in this pack.   Gentle on baby’s skin and safe for the environment at the same time, these diapers are really awesome!     This is also soft to the touch but durable and very absorbent.     They’re also bio-degradable so you get the awesome benefits for your baby while saving Mother Earth!   Truly a game-changer! Dyper definitely made me reconsider my choices when it comes to my baby’s needs. With this brand, not only do I get assurance that my baby gets the best quality products that are gentle on their skin, but we also get to do our share in helping the environment! They have such a great vision and I’m all for it!   What do you think of Dyper?

Local musicians are invited to attend a free recycle and restring event at Riverton Music in West Jordan on March 28, 2020 from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. Sponsored by D’Addario® and international recycling company TerraCycle®, musicians can bring any old instrument strings for recycling and get their electric or acoustic guitars restrung with D’Addario NYXL or Nickel Bronze Acoustic strings. Old strings collected during the event will be recycled through Playback, D’Addario’s free, national recycling program.

March 27, 2020, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm at Main Stage Music, 1460 Market St, Dayton, TN 37321

Most of us know by now that the more sustainable and environmentally-friendly our daily routines are, the better the planet fares. Most of us also (hopefully) know that this doesn’t necessarily mean turning our lives upside down. Sometimes the smallest changes (reusable coffee cups, taking tote bags to grocery stores, etc.) can be the things that ultimately make the biggest difference. However, it can still be overwhelming when it seems there is so much that we could all be doing better—it’s hard to know where exactly to begin.   This applies to our beauty routines, too, of course. There’s how we apply the products, what products are stored in, and what’s in the products themselves to consider. Because it can all be a little overwhelming, I spoke to four experts about their perspective on the single biggest change someone can make in their routine to make it more eco-friendly and sustainable. After all, if all of us just changed one major thing about our day-to-day routines, the results might just astound us.   01of 04

Swap Your Most Used Product For Something Regionally Sourced

  According to Julie Levin, founder of Leaf People and medical herbalist, one simple, majorly impactful change you can make is to seek out a more sustainable, local version of an everyday product you use.   "Seek out one product that you use on a daily basis, such as a face oil, serum, cream, or soap, that is made by a nearby herbalist, farmer, or other entrepreneur utilizing regionally sourced ingredients and packaging,” Levin says. “With this change, you are supporting your local economy, bringing positive awareness to ingredients in your area, participating in a smaller carbon footprint, and creating connections within your community. And when you find one product you love, you will find others, and before you know it, your whole regimen will be comprised of beautiful skin care products produced near you."   02of 04

Only Use Products With Reusable Glass Containers

  Tina Hedges, CEO and founder of LOLI Beauty, suggests being especially conscious of how your products are packaged as a change that could make a big difference.   "Choose beauty products in reusable glass containers — beware of brands claiming their tubes, bottles or jars are made of corn or sugar based bio-degradable materials,” Hedges says. “These will ‘degrade’ into micro-plastics that will pollute our supply chain."   03of 04

Support Brands That Participate In Recycling Programs

  Similarly, Aether Beauty founder Tiila Abbitt suggests focusing on brands with recyclable packaging and those that participate in Terracycle recycling programs, noting that the “plastic-heavy” cosmetics industry makes up one-third of all landfill space, producing more than 120 billion units of packaging every year.   "The vast majority of these products are completely unrecyclable...and the result of all this disposable packaging? Trillions of tons of garbage that winds up polluting our soil and contaminating oceans. And the truth is: The Earth has a limited amount of space – pretty soon this trash will start encroaching on our everyday lives (it’s already severely impacting marine life),” Abbitt explains. “And it's not just waste: it's climate change! Virgin plastics generate heat-trapping gases at every stage of their life cycle. As plastic breaks down in landfills and oceans, they release damaging greenhouse gases into the environment. And on a less visible level, as ocean plankton consume more microplastics, they’re less able to do their vital job of removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. And more carbon dioxide means faster heating of the planet."   04of 04

Use Washable Cloths To Clean Your Face

  Celebrity makeup artist and clean beauty brand founder Jillian Dempsey suggests a simple change of replacing “tissues, beauty wipes, and cotton pads” with reusable, washable cloths. The change is small but makes a huge difference. Plus, as Dempsey says, it’s “less trash and easy enough to clean all parts of the face with removers like oil and facial cleansers."   If you’re looking to make your routine more sustainable, any one of these changes is a great way to do it. And if you really want to make a change, then why not just try all of them?

A entrevista de seleção para monitoria voluntária do projeto de Extensão Ecoponto: resíduos de difícil reciclagem, vinculado ao Departamento de Ecologia da UFRN, será feita via hangout ou outro meio de comunicação por videoconferência, devido à suspensão por tempo indeterminado de aulas na Instituição, em função da pandemia do novo coronavírus. As inscrições para seleção podem ser realizadas até o dia 30 de março. Os interessados devem enviar e-mail para o projeto (ecopontoufrn@gmail.com) com histórico acadêmico, carta de apresentação e currículo Lattes ou curriculum vitae.

listed here are many causes individuals are singing the praises of coconut flour. First off, it is the perfect substitute for wheat for these with celiac illness or gluten sensitivities. Second, it boasts wholesome fat, fiber, and protein. Lastly, it is simply scrumptious and might make your kitchen scent like a tropical island. We rounded up a number of the best picks on this class  

1. Nutiva Nurture Vitality Superfood

  Shrinking your waistline while you love baked items will be powerful, however Nutiva Nurture Vitality Superfood (round $9) could make it a bit simpler. It is one of many lowest-calorie choices obtainable although, sadly, it’s not licensed gluten free.

• Eight grams of fiber per serving
• Increased in protein than many others
• Imparts a robust coconut taste

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2. Now Foods Unsweetened

  Now Meals Unsweetened (round $15) boasts all of the certifications you possibly can presumably need, together with non-GMO verified and natural. Moreover, the corporate makes use of TerraCycle’s recycling program, so it’s good for you and the atmosphere.

• Made by a family-owned firm
• Ought to be refrigerated after opening
• Increased in energy than some others

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3. BetterBody Foods White Flour Alternative

  Those that bake regularly will love the large opening of the jar that BetterBody Meals White Flour Different (round $13) is available in, because it makes it a breeze to shove your measuring spoon in. This one has a slight nutty taste that works very properly in candy treats, like brownies.

• Has a pleasant mild texture
• Comprises no sugar
• Processed and packaged in utah

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4. Gluten Free Mama Blend

  Although Gluten Free Mama Mix (appx. $19) is, admittedly, not 100-percent coconut, it’s nonetheless choice for these with sure meals sensitivities. The opposite flours it incorporates — tapioca, rice, and potato — lend it a lightweight and easy texture.

• Soy and dairy-free
• Works in savory and candy dishes
• Decrease in fiber than its rivals

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5. Bob’s Red Mill GF

  When you do not wish to style the fruitiness of your flour, Bob’s Crimson Mill GF (round $7) can come to the rescue. Most will discover it has one of many mildest flavors on the market, so if it is advisable trick choosy eaters into pondering they’re consuming “common” cake, it is a sensible choice.

• Blends properly with nut flours
• Makes glorious cornbread
• Good supply of wholesome fat

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6. Coo-Koo for Coconut

  A bag of Coo-Koo for Coconut (about $eight) comes with a complementary e-recipe guide, so if you happen to’re new to utilizing these items, that ought to begin you off on the suitable foot. It boasts the “Past Natural” label and does not comprise any dangerous thickeners that may be present in different merchandise.

• Makes moist cookies
• Produces constant outcomes
• Good for ketogenic dishes

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7. Arrowhead Mills Organic

  Feed your have to bake and do one thing good on this world by utilizing Arrowhead Mills Natural (round $7). It is constructed from licensed truthful commerce and non-GMO coconuts, and even pizza lovers who’re attempting to keep away from consuming wheat will just like the crust it makes.

• Decrease in sodium than many others
• No noticeable aftertaste
• Offers bread a fluffy texture

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8. Terrasoul Superfoods Unrefined

  Assist the atmosphere and your waistline by creating tasty concoctions with Terrasoul Superfoods Unrefined (round $15). It is constructed from hand-picked fruit grown on sustainable farms, and the resealable bag retains the contents contemporary for a very long time.

• Has just one ingredient
• Works properly in fried meals
• Imparts a pleasant gentle taste

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9. Viva Naturals Vegan Certified

  Those that insist on solely the purest components for his or her creations ought to like Viva Naturals Vegan Licensed (about $12). It’s unbleached, non-deodorized, and freed from fillers, making it a fantastic alternative for feeding to your loved ones and associates.

• Tastes very contemporary
• Has a scrumptious aroma
• Extremely absorbent

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10. Let’s Do Organic 100%

  When you fear that baking with out wheat may end up in disagreeable textures, Let’s Do Natural 100% (appx. $28) will assuage your fears. This can be very finely milled, so your cupcakes and muffins will not come out with any lumps, and will probably be splendidly fluffy as an alternative.

• Licensed kosher
• Taste will not overwhelm recipes
• Would not comprise sulfites

 

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With Global Recycling Day on 18 March, Robert Lockyer, CEO and Founder of luxury packaging provider Delta Global, argues that brands stuck between the rock of climate catastrophe and the hard place of reputational risk should embrace innovation to put recycling at the heart of their model.   We have all seen the staggering reports about plastic pollution of the oceans, with the latest estimates suggesting as many as 12.7 million tonnes are added annually to our seas. Looking at the fashion industry, the figures aren’t circulated as readily but they’re equally eye-watering – it is believed, for example, that over 39 million tonnes of textiles go into landfills each year.   There are signs, however, that some of the biggest names around are moving in an encouraging direction.   Sportswear leader Nike has recently created its space hippie sneaker line – vegan sneakers with the lowest carbon footprint of any shoe the brand has produced to date and made from recycled materials which would otherwise have ended up in a landfill.   Another global behemoth, beverage group Coca-Cola, has this year begun producing bottles from 100% recycled plastics, launching the initiative in Sweden with label messages encouraging customers to ‘recycle me again’.   As well as beauty leader L’Oreal has responded to the pushes and pulls towards greater sustainability and committed to purchasing 100% recycled PET resin for all its packaging needs.   In the world of fashion, there are also encouraging signs. The high street retailer Zara has committed to making all of its collections from 100% sustainable fabrics by the start of 2025. Zalando says its private label Zign will from now on be fully dedicated to sustainability, starting with a Spring/Summer 2020 collection of garments made with either 50% or more sustainable materials or a minimum of 20% recycled content.   And the sense of urgency was thrown into sharp relief when none other than legendary fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger suggested in a recent interview that “in two or three years if a brand is not sustainable, it will be out of business.”   So, it looks like things are moving in the right direction but the question remains – what kind of things could your business be doing to make a substantive difference? That is the subject of an ongoing discussion here at Delta Global. The truth is there are several things you can do but often they rest on your ability to apply a bit of creative thinking. We came up with a good initiative recently, when we partnered with MatchesFashion to overhaul its signature marble box completely and produce its Eco-Luxe box which is now 100% recyclable.   We developed a bespoke solution which used perforation points in the box to enable customers to remove the magnetic closures when they eventually decide to get rid of the box. The new model is made from FSC-certified materials with a water-based finish and detachable magnets. That means the boxes are 100% recyclable and reusable.   I believe people must see the opportunity in waste. For example, educating your supply chain using data and automation processes, you can reduce waste and disposal costs. But, by monitoring that waste production, you can also then monetise it and cleverly recycle waste into new packaging and even new clothing.   As another example, if you can reclaim paper cut-offs and recirculate them back into production, you can turn them into branded inserts or paper handles for a fraction of the cost. Why not do what The Hand Dyed Shoe Company does and create bespoke, luxury shoes out of scrap leather? Using sustainably sourced leather, the company creates unique and made-to-order items all whilst minimising its waste.   Of course, there are many plastics and waste which are not suitable for your household recycling bin, as they don’t have the correct symbol and your local council won’t accept them. And little extras like caps, pumps and plastic-coated cardboard make it difficult for you to recycle.   However, some people with bright ideas are bringing new solutions to market. TerraCycle, for example, will collect your hard-to-recycle waste – such as beauty and skincare containers – and then turn it into raw material for new products. TerraCycle has drop-off points around the UK and stores like L’Occitane and The Body Shop will also accept empty, clean and dry packaging from any brand and pass it on, often offering rewards to customers returning hard-to-recycle plastics.   The leading global platform for pre-owned luxury fashion, Vestiaire Collective, is striking up partnerships that will crucial to creating a cultural shift in the way we think about fashion. Recently, the group joined with luxury Italian jeweller Pomellato – under global leader Kering – in a three-month campaign that rewarded customers with a 10% off voucher for selling their pre-owned pieces on the resale platform. The designer described the initiative as ‘an opportunity to extend the lifespan of pre-loved Pomellato pieces and start a new love affair with this season’s collection.’   Rewarding customers in this way aims to instil subconscious sustainable behaviours in buyers but we also must teach shoppers about the systems on offer. Whether that’s take-back programmes, discounts on new purchases or even charitable donations to clean up our environment, there’s plenty that can be done.   With corporations finally coming under pressure both from governments and from growing consumer demand for eco-friendly alternatives, businesses should set realistic targets commensurate with their size and turnover in order to sustain our future. Brands need to dedicate themselves to a ‘recyclable’ revolution. This year, we’ve witnessed brands of all kinds implementing interesting initiatives in pursuit of the greater good.   Ground-breaking brands like Candiani Denim are even instigating change in industries that haven’t changed for decades. This year, for instance, they created a plant-based and bio-degradable alternative to the everyday pair of jeans.   From smaller acts that help clean up our environment, from local litter picks right through to newly designed packaging and fashion, we must intensify our efforts to source recyclable and biodegradable materials. But we must also do everything we can to make green thinking our default.   Nike, Coca-Cola, and L’Oreal are winners of the World Branding Awards. For more information about the World Branding Awards, click here.

When buying food and beverage items, consumers are looking for delicious treats and drinks, but younger consumers are also looking to enjoy products that can help the environment. The average consumer is more aware that single-use containers, often made of plastic, are negatively affecting the environment. A Consumer Brands Association report found 86% of Americans believe we are experiencing a packaging and plastic waste crisis. What are producers doing to address this crisis? CPG brands create their own sustainability solutions Most legacy food and beverage companies have set sustainability goals for their organizations. Many of those goals include increased availability of products that come in sustainable packaging. Conagra, Nestle and Unilever all made recent pledges to increase sustainable materials in their packaging over the next five years. Conagra intends to make all of its plastic containers renewable, recyclable or compostable while Nestle and Unilever both signed the European Plastics Pact, which designates that participants are committed to boosting the recycled plastic content for single-use products and creating reusable packaging. In California, PepsiCo is testing a better substitute for plastic rings on beverage six-packs: molded pulp and paperboard packaging. This trial demonstrates how CPG producers are working to address customer desires for sustainable packaging that still fills the durability needs of companies. “[W]e’ve worked collaboratively with our suppliers to ensure the two solutions that we’re testing meet the needs of our consumers and customers while also addressing our functionality and sustainability requirements,” Emily Silver, PepsiCo Beverages North America’s vice president of innovation and marketing capabilities, said to BeverageDaily. While many brands are creating their own packaging solutions or reducing their virgin plastic use, several are also investing in a broader eco-friendly packaging infrastructure. Nestle is planning to purchase roughly $1.6 billion worth of recycled plastic over the next five years, and Perrier has launched an investment program for startups that are developing packaging options that have a “positive environmental and social impact.” Loop takes reusing to the masses Rather than simply reducing or recycling virgin plastic, some companies are addressing waste by offering accessible, reusable packaging. Recycling business TerraCycle debuted its circular delivery service Loop to consumers in 2019, and it is currently available in Paris, France, and the northeast region of the US. Loop’s online platform allows users to shop for consumer packaged goods products in reusable packaging from a variety of brands, which are shipped in a reusable container -- the Loop Tote -- that rids the need for single-use shipping materials. “While disposable design focuses on making our packaging as cheap as possible, durable design focuses on making containers as long lasting as possible, allowing us to access unparalleled materials, design, and function,” the Loop site states. After using up the products, Loop customers return the empty packaging via free UPS pickup where it is returned to Loop to be cleaned and disinfected in preparation for reuse. “Customers are demanding that brands step up and provide solutions that produce less waste,” said Loop Publicist Eric Rosen. “Brands are responding to this push by investing in sustainable packaging solutions such as Loop’s reuse model.” The service is currently available online, but Loop products will be available in Walgreens and Kroger retail locations in the US later in 2020. Once Loop products arrive at retail, customers will also be able to make in-store returns of reusable containers instead of shipping them. Loop’s brand partners include food brands such as Haagen Dazs, Hidden Valley, Tropicana and Chameleon Cold Brew. The service also offers personal care and cleaning products from brands such as Gillette, Dove, Tide and Clorox. Rosen said that Loop welcomes participation from any type or size of CPG brand as long as they are committed to transforming their packaging from single-use to multi-use. “One challenge is redesigning packaging that lasts many reuse cycles,” Rosen said. “Brands must find the right material and design to suit their product. TerraCycle acts as a consultant for the packaging development process and tests all packaging for cleanability and durability prior to approval in the platform.” Rosen also revealed that Loop will be expanding internationally in 2020. Loop will partner with Tesco in the UK, Loblaws in Canada and Aeon in Japan. The platform also plans to be available in Germany and Australia in 2021. “Consumers can support brands that are taking the next step from recyclable packaging to reusable packaging,” said Rosen. “[R]ecycling is never going to be enough to solve waste at the root cause.”  

We’ve all seen the staggering reports about plastic pollution of the oceans, with the latest estimates suggesting as many as 12.7 million tonnes are added annually to our seas.   Looking at the fashion industry, the figures aren’t circulated as readily but they’re equally eye-watering – it is believed, for example, that over 39 million tonnes of textiles go into landfills each year.   There are signs, however, that some of the biggest names around are moving in an encouraging direction.   Giants making waves   Sportswear leader Nike has recently created its Space Hippie sneaker line – vegan sneakers with the lowest carbon footprint of any shoe the brand has produced to date and made from recycled materials which would otherwise have ended up in landfill.   Another global behemoth, beverage group Coca-Cola, has this year begun producing bottles from 100% recycled plastics, launching the initiative in Sweden with label messages encouraging customers to ‘recycle me again’.   And the beauty leader L’Oreal has responded to the pushes and pulls towards greater sustainability and committed to purchasing 100% recycled PET resin for all its packaging needs.   Sustainable collections   In the world of fashion, there are also encouraging signs. The high street retailer Zara has comitted to making all of its collections from 100% sustainable fabrics by the start of 2025.   Zalando says its private label Zign will from now on be fully dedicated to sustainability, starting with a Spring/Summer 2020 collection of garments made with either 50% or more sustainable materials or a minimum of 20% recycled content.   And the sense of urgency was thrown into sharp relief when none other than legendary fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger suggested in a recent interview that “in two or three years, if a brand is not sustainable, it will be out of business.”   Material issue   So, it looks like things are moving in the right direction but the question remains – what kind of things could your business be doing to make a substantive difference?   That’s the subject of ongoing discussion here at Delta Global. The truth is there are several things you can do but often they rest on your ability to apply a bit of creative thinking.   We came up with a good initiative recently, when we partnered with MATCHESFASHION to overhaul its signature marble box completely and produce its Eco Luxe box which is now 100% recyclable.   We developed a bespoke solution which used perforation points in the box to enable customers to remove the magnetic closures when they eventually decide to get rid of the box.   The new model is made from FSC-certified materials with a water-based finish and detachable magnets. That means the boxes are 100% recyclable and reusable.   Recycling waste items into new products   I believe people must see the opportunity in waste. For example, educating your supply chain using data and automation processes, you can reduce waste and disposal costs.   But, by monitoring that waste production, you can also then monetise it and cleverly recycle waste into new packaging and even new clothing.   And, as another example, if you can reclaim paper cut-offs and recirculate them back into production, you can turn them into branded inserts or paper handles for a fraction of the cost.   Or why not do what The Hand Dyed Shoe Company does and create bespoke, luxury shoes out of scrap leather? Using sustainably sourced leather, the company creates unique and made-to-order items all while minimising its waste.   Partner with new recycling companies   Of course, there are many plastics and waste which are not suitable for your household recycling bin, as they don’t have the correct symbol and your local council won’t accept them. And little extras like caps, pumps and plastic-coated cardboard make it difficult for you to recycle.   But some people with bright ideas are bringing new solutions to market. TerraCycle, for example, will collect your hard-to-recycle waste – such as beauty and skincare containers – and then turn it into raw material for new products   TerraCyle has drop-off points around the UK and stores like L’Occitane and The Body Shop will also accept empty, clean and dry packaging from any brand and pass it on, often offering rewards to customers returning hard-to-recycle plastics.   If you can’t recycle, resell   The leading global platform for pre-owned luxury fashion, Vestiaire Collective, is striking up partnerships that will crucial to creating a cultural shift in the way we think about fashion.   Recently, the group joined with luxury Italian jewellers Pomellato – under global leader Kering – in a three-month campaign that rewarded customers with a 10% off voucher for selling their pre-owned pieces on the resale platform.   The designer described the initiative as ‘an opportunity to extend the lifespan of pre-loved Pomellato pieces and start a new love affair with this season’s collection.’   Rewarding customers in this way aims to instil subconscious sustainable behaviours in buyers but we also must teach shoppers about the systems on offer. Whether that’s take-back programmes, discounts on new purchases or even charitable donations to clean up our environment, there’s plenty that can be done.   The future of recycling   With corporations finally coming under pressure both from governments and from growing consumer demand for eco-friendly alternatives, businesses should set realistic targets commensurate with their size and turnover in order to sustain our future.   Brands need to dedicate themselves to a ‘recyclable’ revolution. This year, we’ve witnessed brands of all kinds implementing interesting initiatives in pursuit of the greater good.   And ground-breaking brands like Candiani Denim are even instigating change in industries that haven’t changed for decades. This year, for instance, they created a plant-based and bio-degradable alternative to the everyday pair of jeans.   From smaller acts that help clean up our environment, from local litter picks right through to newly designed packaging and fashion, we must intensify our efforts to source recyclable and biodegradable materials.   But we must also do everything we can to make green thinking our default.