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Blog, Packaging, Trade Associations

2 November 2021

Supporting trade associations – working with Valpak is as easy as pie

Valpak supports several trade associations, informing their members of environmental legislation that affects them. In her latest Blog, Valpak Commercial Account Manager, Abbie Burford, provides a low-down of the Food and Drink Federation's 2021 Awards ceremony and outlines the level of support Valpak can offer trade associations.

Blog, Carbon Management, National Cup Recycling Scheme, Zero Waste to Landfill

1 November 2021

Valpak reaction to Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report

Ben Richardson, Director of Procurement, shares Valpak's reaction to the sixth Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report.

Blog, Compliance, Packaging

28 October 2021

Unpacking the myths of the Packaging Waste Regulations

Some businesses may believe that they are not affected by the Packaging Waste Regulations, when they actually do have an obligation. Ross More, Commercial Account Manager, tries to dispel some common misunderstandings in his Blog post.

Blog, Compliance, EPR

28 September 2021

Can EPR help do some heavy lifting with bulky waste?

The Government has listed bulky waste in the Resources and Waste Strategy as a potential target area. Ben Richardson discusses the challenges associated with this waste stream, potential focus areas and how Extended Producer Responsibility can tackle the issues.

Blog, Charity, Recycling

20 September 2021

Charity partnership litter pick

Valpak's 2022 nationwide litter pick will aim to deliver both ecological and community benefits. Lucy Randle explains more in her latest Blog...

Blog, International

17 August 2021

EU Plastics Levy – countries not passing costs onto producers

On 1 January 2021, the European Union introduced a levy on non-recycled plastic packaging waste. Maria Mupamombe, International Account Manager, explains what it is, which countries have decided not to pass costs onto producers and what impact it may have.

Blog, International, Plastic Packaging Tax

12 August 2021

Italy’s Plastic Tax

After delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Italian plastic tax is now expected to be implemented in January 2022. Emma Trevor, Valpak’s International Account Manager, explores the requirements of this tax.

Blog, International, Packaging Labels

29 July 2021

Harmonised labelling and the return of the TRIMAN in France

In line with Article 17 of the Anti-Waste Law and the most recent publication of Decree no. 2021-835 on the 29 June relating to consumer sorting information on products subject to Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), Valpak’s International Compliance Manager, Laura Rimmer takes you through the latest updates on labelling from France.

Blog, International, Plastic Packaging Tax

20 July 2021

The EU Plastics Levy and its implementation across Europe

Our ‘Plastic Tax Passport’ blog series will provide guidance so you can establish where and how your business may be affected, what packaging will be included in the taxes, if there will be additional reporting requirements and also how the differing implementations will affect the markets you trade in.

Blog, International, Packaging

14 July 2021

New amendment brings major change to packaging legislation in Finland

At the end of June 2021, the Finnish Parliament adopted new waste legislation which will come into force in August 2021. Valpak’s International Account Manager, Lauren Shrimpton, looks at this large legislative package and its far-reaching implications for producers across the world.

Batteries, Blog, EPR

8 July 2021

#PowerToDoMore – to create a sustainable, waste free world for EV batteries

Ben Richardson, Valpak Director of Procurement, takes a look at electric vehicle batteries and their potential impact on the environment, as well as some possible solutions, including Extended Producer Responsibility legislation, to ensure they're recycled in a sustainable and responsible manner.

Blog, Compliance, International, Packaging

7 July 2021

EU packaging waste regulations updates

As we reach the mid-year point of 2021, multiple EU member states have implemented amendments to their packaging waste regulations. Emma Trevor, Valpak’s International Account Manager, explores some of the key changes we have seen so far this year.

Blog, EPR

5 July 2021

Extended Producer Responsibility for the Construction Sector – what you need to know

Matt Nichols, Divisional Director at Reconomy, discusses what Extended Producer Responsibility means for the construction and demolition industry.

Blog, International

24 June 2021

Amendments to the German Packaging Act

2021 is set to be a significant year for packaging compliance across Europe with the implementation of both the Single-Use Plastics Directive and the EU Plastics Levy as well as several amendments to Packaging Waste Regulations across multiple member states. With less than a month to go until the first amendments to Germany’s Verpack G enter in force, Emma Trevor, Valpak’s International Account Manager, takes a look at what changes producers can expect.

Blog, Recycling

23 June 2021

In Turing we Trust

We have joined forces with the Turing Trust - a charity which provides IT equipment, training and maintenance knowledge to those who need it most. Read James's latest Blog to find out more about our partnership.

Blog, EPR, National Cup Recycling Scheme

16 June 2021

What might Extended Producer Responsibility mean for paper cup producers?

Extended Producer Responsibility for Packaging is on the horizon, but what does this mean for businesses that sell drinks in paper cups? National Cup Recycling Manager, Samantha Ward, outlines the Government's proposals and how your business may be affected.

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