Civil society organization Foodwatch Germany is petitioning the German government to follow the lead of France and Spain in banning plastic packaging for fresh fruits and vegetables; claims ban would save more than 60,000 tons of plastic waste; French ban went into effect January 2022, Spain plans ban for 2023, Foodwatch petitions Germany for ban by 2026
Paper & Board Recycling β Smart & Circular
NGO petitions German government to ban plastic packaging for fresh fruits and vegetables
FAO Science and Innovation Forum 2023
Scientific challenges in the risk assessment of food contact materials
Introduction to compliance work and quality assurance for paper and board in contact with food (FCM)
Responsible Packaging Expo
Microplastics and the Chemical Industry
Microplastics and Single Use Plastics Directive (SUPD)-definitions, regulatory situation, analytical methods, alternative materials
SAPEA investigates consumer perceptions of biodegradable plastics
Multidisciplinary panel by Science Advice for Policy by European Academies (SAPEA) discusses how consumers perceive biodegradable plastics; reviews how communication can support management and proper disposal; identifies market and policy options to increase awareness