The European Commission has published its new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). It bans nonrecyclable packaging from 2030, using design for recycling criteria to measure recyclability. It also provides minimum recycled content targets in plastic packaging, and a harmonised labelling system for packaging disposal. Shaping the Future with Packaging. With this regulation, the European Commission aims to reduce the …
DRAFT EU PACKAGING REGULATION ANNOUNCED
The Commission has presented a proposal to replace the Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive with a Regulation, meaning that requirements will be directly applicable to all operators without national interpretation. In a new proposal published on 30 November, the Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive has turned into a Regulation. This will secure stronger harmonisation across Member States. In addition to …
IT’S ALL ABOUT PACKAGING
There’s a lot going on in the world of packaging. At EU level, the new Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive (PPWD) has just been published, and there’s much to discuss. Read on for our reaction, or register for our March event. EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation proposal published On 30 November, the Commission presented a proposal to amend the …
NEW EU COMMISSION WORK PROGRAMME FOR 2023
All eyes in Brussels were on the European Commission’s 2023 Work Programme last month. 43 new initiatives, 8 refits, and 116 priority proposals were confirmed, many of which will dictate Intergraf’s work over the coming year. On 18 October, the European Commission adopted its new Work Programme for It is situated against the crises we are facing due to the …
PAPER RECYCLING REACHED 71.4% IN 2021
The European Paper Recycling Council has released its latest monitoring report, which shows that 71.4% of all paper and board in Europe was recycled in 2021. We are one step closer to reaching the industry target of 76% by 2030. Intergraf is a member of the European Paper Recycling Council (EPRC), an industry self-initiative monitoring the progress of paper and …
PRINTERS MUST PROVESUSTAINABILITY
Pressure is building on publishers to prove sustainability or lose ad buyers, reports ‘What’s New in Publishing’. This will impact printers, who are increasingly expected to prove their own environmental credentials to their customers. There are various tools for printers to calculate their carbon footprint. These include the IntergrafRecommendations on CO2 emissions calculation in the printing industry, and the linked …
PRINT CLOSER TO BEING IN SCOPE OF EU DEFORESTATION LAW
Following our advocacy towards Members of the European Parliament, an amendment has been tabled in the EU Deforestation Regulation draft which includes printed paper products in the scope. This is good news for our sector. We commend the European Parliament’s Environment Committee for voting to extend the scope of the Deforestation Regulation to printed paper products, closing an important loophole. …
TWO SIDES SURVEY DISCLOSES THAT 8/10
CONSUMERS WANT MORE SUSTAINABLE
PACKAGING
Do you value sustainability when it comes to your choices as a consumer? Survey results reveal that consumers want more sustainable packaging and expect companies to be more transparent. The survey interviewed 2.000 adults and revealed that the vast majority (82%) believe companies use too much or excessive packaging when delivering or selling in-store products. Almost half of those who …
World Vision Ukraine Appeal
Ukraine Appeal Mailing 3rd March 2022 Dear Member In these special circumstances in Ukraine. The Irish Printing Federation and its suppliers are happy to support and donate their time and materials to the World Vision Ukraine Appeal Mailing. We hope it make some difference in the exceptional efforts in their Appeal. We are now looking for a contribution/donation to cover …
PAPER TRADITIONS AROUND THE WORLD
Paper is central to some of the world’s oldest traditions that continue to be practiced today. Moreover, there are artistswho create highly intricate sculptures out of paper. Let’s explore some traditions around the globe where paper is at its core. In Japan during the Tanabata festival one particular custom is to write one’s wishes on a colourful piece of paper, …