Lots of GOTS: organic textile mark sees highest ever growth
GOTS, the international organic textile standard, reports the highest growth in certified operations ever last year, reports Jin Manson.
New Zealand to offer free period products to schoolchildren
New Zealand has become the latest country to promise free period products in schools in Government efforts to stamp out period poverty.
POTR creates first self-watering plant pot made from sea debris
Start-up POTR has launched the world’s most sustainable, self-watering plant pot produced from abandoned ocean waste.
Who Gives A Crap partners with all-electric courier Packfleet for clean...
Sustainable toilet paper brand Who Gives A Crap is partnering with all-electric courier Packfleet to provide carbon-neutral deliveries to London loos.
The plastic free, bamboo and...
Scotland in period product world first
Scotland has become the first country in the world to make period products free to ‘anyone who needs them’, in a scheme approved by MSPs.
New Leadership Team for Natural & Organic Products Expo
After a distinguished career spanning a very impressive nineteen years with Diversified Communications, Carol Dunning has announced her decision to retire from her role...
Rose essential oil found to stimulate defence genes in tomato leaves
Researchers have found rose essential oil could be a safe pesticide for organic agriculture, as it activates defence genes in the tomato plant.
Plants release...
‘Plastic in product’ logo to mark plastic-free period products
The EC’s Single Use Plastic Directive rules that all disposable period products sold in the EU must display a ‘Plastic in product’ logo.
PFAS present in 90% of paper straws
There are new concerns over the presence of PFAS in paper straws after researchers find it present in 90% of samples tested.
Green living solutions from The Squeeky Cleaners
In February, The Squeeky Cleaners will be unveiling a new solution for more eco-friendly house cleaning: a range of 100% natural, organic, vegan and pet-safe cleaning fluids packaged in aluminium bottles.
Non-profits challenge consumers to quantify plastic consumption
Greenpeace and Everyday Plastic are challenging consumers to count the amount of plastic waste they generate for one week.
Defra makes the case for reusable nappies
An updated Life Cycle Assessment by Defra has this week concluded that reusable nappies produce 25% less CO2 than single-use equivalents.
Sowing the Seeds of Change: NOPEX Day 2 Recap
As the curtain draws on the final day of Natural & Organic Products Expo, it’s time to reflect on the pivotal moments that have...
Clean Living creates eco-friendly sports duo
Clean Living has launched natural sports cleaning products to offer fitness fans eco-friendly alternatives for sports equipment and clothing.
Major Brand Refresh for Natural & Organic Products Europe in 2024
The branding and positioning of the highly successful Natural Organic Products Europe will see an important evolution of its sector focus. Taking place annually...
Waitrose launches in-store soft plastic recycling scheme
Waitrose has become the latest UK supermarket to offer an in-store soft plastic recycling scheme for shoppers.