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Public warned not to confuse compostable and biodegradable bags

Earlier this week, the University of Plymouth published research that questioned how good for the environment compostable, biodegradable or oxo-degradable bags are for the environment. It caused some confusion, with some members of the public not understanding the difference between the three, writes Daphna Nissenbaum, CEO of compostable bag company TIPA.

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Climate change weakening ocean’s ability to soak up CO2

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Many businesses ‘don’t understand’ environmental challenges, report says

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Draft Environment Bill comes under further fire from MPs

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Record quantities of painkillers and anti-depressents found in Humber estuary

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Why Extended Producer Responsibility holds the key to a circular economy

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Biodegradable plastic bags could be just as bad for the environment, research finds

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Nature a turn-off for teenagers, study finds

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Fighting back against Black Friday e-waste

Retailers are preparing for a surge in sales during Black Friday weekend, with big discounts online and in-store. Christian McBride – Founder and CEO of Genuine Solutions, a technology recycling firm fighting against e-waste.