Recycling

Repak Reveals Earth Day Tips As Ireland Risks Missing Recycling Goals

Repak has revealed research pointing to a critical gap in Ireland’s recycling knowledge to mark Earth Day 2024.

Deposit Return Scheme Surpasses 20 Million Drinks Containers Collected

Over 20 million drinks containers have been collected in Ireland since the launch of the Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) on 1 February.

Over 62,000 Tonnes Of Plastic Expected To Be Recycled This Easter

Repak announced that Irish residents are expected to recycle over 62,000 tonnes of waste this Easter, a 1.8% increase on 2023.

Aldi Ireland Reveal Reduction In Plastic For Easter Egg Packaging

Aldi Ireland have announced a serious reduction in plastic packaging for one of their top-selling Eater eggs.

Deposit Return Scheme Reports Over 5 Million Containers Collected So Far

Over 5.6 million drinks containers have been collected across Ireland since the launch of the Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) on 1 February.

No Bottles Or Cans Purchased Before 1 February Eligible For Deposit Return Scheme

Bottles and cans purchased before 1 February will not be eligible for the Deposit Return Scheme (DRS), the operator of the scheme Re-turn has advised.

Tesco Switches To Clear Milk Bottle Caps

Tesco has introduced clear caps on its milk bottles. According to the retailer, by removing coloured plastic and changing blue, red and green milk caps...