Policy & Regulations
Updates and insights on PPWR, compostability mandates, carbon tax, waste collection systems, and other key regulations shaping the future of compostable materials and sustainable packaging.
What role can compostable products play in protecting soil?
Soil is the foundation of our food systems and an essential home for biodiversity. Yet an estimated 60–70% of soils in the EU are considered unhealthy.
FAO highlights biodegradable alternatives for selected agricultural plastic applications
Plastic has become part of everyday life. Its durability and functionality make it useful in many applications, but plastic that is not properly collected and managed can remain in the environment and contribute to long-term pollution.
European scientific report examines where biodegradable plastics can play a role
Plastic has changed everyday life and provides valuable functionality in many applications. However, the production, use and disposal of plastic have also created a significant pollution problem.
Compostable bags and the circular economy initiative
An exciting European proposal on the Circular Economy Package in December 2015 paved the way for broader adoption of biodegradable materials across the EU.