Cut More Waste Says Eco-Group

By Anonymous

The Green Alliance has challenged manufacturers, retailers and local authorities make all packaging recyclable or compostable by 2013. The London-based organisation has published a stepby-step guide which calls for an “integrated recycling and composting infrastructure”, with improved links between local and centralised government and greater availability of home compost bins.

Stephen Hale, director of Green Alliance, said: “Consumers want to be greener but need help to reduce their waste and carbon footprint. Landfill is no longer an option.”

Green Alliance’s 2013 target comes after wide consultation with retailers and other partners to produce guidance on the use of compostable packaging. Currently, 18% of household waste in the UK is food waste and a further 20% is packaging.

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