All articles by David Burrows

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  Will the EU press pause on PPWR?

  The EU’s flagship regulations to promote a circular economy is under threat. “I think the European Commission is doing its…

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  Plastic offsets: rubbish or remedy?

  Two years have passed since campaigners blew a large hole in the concept of buying credits to offset their plastic…

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  Goldilocks and the EU green claims crunch

  During the financial crisis of 2008, Gillian Tett, editor-at-large (US) for the Financial Times, referred to a ‘Goldilocks shock’. This…

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  Brands’ efforts on plastic packaging prove a load of rubbish

  Are you sitting comfortably? I have some shocking news. A voluntary agreement involving a number of major food and drink…

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  Paper bottles are sexy but are they good for sauce?

  “This month, after 18 months of exploration, I am excited to be launching Rubies’ ketchup in a recycled and 100%…