The University of Cambridge Sustainability Leadership Institute and bottled water and soft drink manufacturers have published a report in the House of Commons to eliminate plastic packaging from the bottled water and beverage value chain by 2030.
Developed in collaboration with the industry and its stakeholders, the report clarifies key actions and aspirations to eliminate plastic packaging waste as a strategic priority. The key points covered include that manufacturers must commit to 100% packaging for all bottled water. Made of recyclable or reusable materials, and strive to achieve at least 70% recyclable materials by 2025.
The report also said that producers and governments will investigate the best bottled water materials in the future to completely eliminate plastic waste while ensuring the lowest overall environmental impact. According to the report, producers and governments will study consumer behavior to support The goal of 'circulating economy' for bottled water and beverage packaging, the government will also establish a nationally uniform recycling system.
The report was prepared based on the opinions of the Future Working Group on Plastic Packaging and members of the Natural Water Chemistry Council. 'This will be challenging, but the government as a responsible organization has the responsibility to deliver to people in the most sustainable way. Products. 'People need to handle all packaging easily and responsibly, and have confidence that it will not enter the landfill or spread into the natural environment.'