In the UK, we produce our body weight in waste every 7 weeks. That’s over 7 times our body weight every year.

Non-recyclable waste is sent to landfills or incinerators. Incinerators generate pollution that is harmful to our health - burning rubbish releases dioxins, lead, and mercury into the atmosphere. Incinerators are also responsible for the emission of carbon dioxide. For 1 ton of burnt rubbish, approximately 1,246 kg of carbon dioxide is emitted.

Here are some of our favourite brands who are championing environmentally friendly packaging.

Griddle

Not only are Griddle responsible for producing delicious waffles and pancakes, they are also smashing the environmentally friendly game. Griddle’s pancake factory runs on 100% renewable energy. Their pancake mix pouches are biodegradable, and their pancake and waffle boxes are recyclable.

Teatulia

Aside from making 100% biodegradable tea bags, Teatulia provides education and healthcare for the 3,500 women who plant and pick their tea leaves - so you can enjoy your brew knowing that you’re supporting a wonderful social enterprise.

Boxed Water

Boxed Water have had enough of plastic. 1,500 plastic bottles are sent to landfill every second, and Boxed Water are changing the game by making their cartons of water 100% recyclable. It’s the most renewable packaging in the water aisle.

Two Farmers

Two Farmers’ crisps are made from potatoes grown in Herefordshire, and all flavourings are grown, produced or reared on the same farm. The crisp packets are made from sustainably grown eucalyptus trees on managed plantations, making them 100% compostable.

Moving Mountains

The Moving Mountains Burger is every vegan’s dream. Succulent, juicy and 100% plant-powered - Moving Mountains are bringing meat-free into the mainstream. Their products are stocked in the frozen section to reduce food waste, and the packaging is 100% plastic free and recyclable.