Science does matter and the plastic packaging industry tries to consider holistically what has the best and worse impact on the environment. Roger Harrabin the environment analyst from the BBC has been looking at how important wider research is. “Consumer pressure to end plastic packaging in shops could actually be harming the environment”, a report says. This report on plastic packaging and is available at https://www.green-alliance.org.uk/plastic_promises.php
Andrew Opie, from the British Retail Consortium, echoed calls for a clearer strategy, “All responsible retailers agree that climate change needs to be at the heart of their business, whether that is sourcing products or changing packaging.” “Plastic remains the most effective material in many circumstances – for example cucumbers wrapped in plastic last 14 days longer, reducing food waste”.
https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-51040155
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