Transforming food systems for a sustainable future – POLITICO

Transforming food systems for a sustainable future – POLITICO

Rebalancing climate finance to increase and ‘ring fence’ investment and incentives across the full agri-food value chain – including in the hidden middle – is critical to stimulate momentum in food systems transformation and to simultaneously strengthen food security. This is particularly true for small and medium-sized enterprises, which account for most of the sector’s businesses.[7] … Read more

Zomato CEO Responds to Mushroom Mislabeling Incident: ‘At Hyperpure, We Have Stringent Guidelines…’

Zomato CEO Responds to Mushroom Mislabeling Incident: ‘At Hyperpure, We Have Stringent Guidelines…’

Last Updated:November 04, 2024, 19:47 IST Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal has addressed media reports on mislabeled packets of button mushrooms having a future packaging date at Zomato’s food supply platform, Hyperpure. Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal. Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal has addressed media reports on mislabeled packets of button mushrooms having a future packaging date at … Read more

Intel invests US$300 million in China chip packaging and testing plant

Intel invests US0 million in China chip packaging and testing plant

US semiconductor giant Intel said it would expand its chip packaging and testing base in Chengdu, in a show of commitment to the mainland market despite a recent call by a Beijing-backed cybersecurity group to review the company’s products. In addition to enlarging packaging and testing capacity for server chips, the facility will also establish … Read more

The future is bright for beer – given the right policy framework – POLITICO

The future is bright for beer – given the right policy framework – POLITICO

Brewers have integrated environmentally friendly practices into every aspect of the production cycle and supply chain. Breweries use energy-efficient technologies, invest in the circular economy and reduce waste. For example, they’ve reduced the volume of water needed to produce each liter of beer. As for energy, breweries invest heavily in renewable sources like solar panels … Read more

Brits avoid buying products wrapped in excessive plastic

Brits avoid buying products wrapped in excessive plastic

Brits’ biggest supermarket packaging gripe is ‘easy peel’ corners – that are impossible to open. A poll of 2,000 adults found fruit and veg wrapped in excessive plastic, non-recyclable packaging and ring pulls coming were among other top annoyances. Almost a third (30%) can’t stand when fruit or vegetables are packaged in loads of plastics, … Read more

Brits avoid buying products wrapped in excessive plastic

Brits avoid buying products wrapped in excessive plastic

Brits’ biggest supermarket packaging gripe is ‘easy peel’ corners – that are impossible to open. A poll of 2,000 adults found fruit and veg wrapped in excessive plastic, non-recyclable packaging and ring pulls coming were among other top annoyances. Almost a third (30%) can’t stand when fruit or vegetables are packaged in loads of plastics, … Read more

The future of packaging in Europe – POLITICO

The future of packaging in Europe – POLITICO

via SIG Group We need better packaging that helps protect our planet’s climate and biodiversity, while bringing essential nutrients and food to consumers in a safe and affordable way. In Europe, where food waste remains a significant challenge and the pressure of climate change is accelerating, the need for food security continues. And people across … Read more

The European Parliament has changed your life — really. Here’s how. – POLITICO

The European Parliament has changed your life — really. Here’s how. – POLITICO

But as we wait to see how the 2024 EU election shakes down, here’s a snapshot of some of the smaller but more tangible things MEPs have done over the last five years. One charger to power them all Apple itself will never admit it, but when it launched the iPhone 15 with a regular … Read more

Italy can do without Russian gas, says energy minister – POLITICO

Italy can do without Russian gas, says energy minister – POLITICO

This G7 will need to look for innovative models to accelerate investments, including private-public partnerships, Pichetto Fratin said. “We certainly need to revise the financial system, to find mechanisms that overcome the current voluntary system,” he said.   While Italy, which currently holds the rotating G7 presidency, is in a leadership position at this weekend’s … Read more

How to recognise greenwashing when buying cosmetics – don’t take ‘natural’ on label at face value

How to recognise greenwashing when buying cosmetics – don’t take ‘natural’ on label at face value

Wholesome, nature-infused images used on shampoo, shower gel and cream labels might make you think you’re doing a meaningful thing for the environment, but don’t be taken in by appearances. Inviting images don’t necessarily mean a genuine commitment to good ecology, and may simply play on associations to steer a product into your shopping basket. … Read more