New operator announced for UK DRS
The UK Government has appointed a new operator for the UK deposit return scheme and has tasked the firm to deliver this by October 2027.
First Minister visits Highland Spring’s Blackford site
First Minister of Scotland John Swinney visited Highland Spring Group's Blackford site to see the impressive, sustainable production facility for himself.
Scotmid secures 10 year green energy deal
Scotmid Co-op stores are set to benefit from a supply of green energy following a deal between five Co-ops and renewable electricity generation firm RWE.
Filshill pledges to ramp up sustainability in 150th year
Glasgow wholesaler JW Filshill has renewed its promise to prioritise sustainability moving forward after the firm picked up two awards for its achievements.
Mossgiel Farm launches zero-waste Chocolate Milk
Scottish dairy farm Mossgiel Farm has launched a new all-natural chocolate milk variant with its Mossgiel Brown Cow Milk, using a unique waste-free method.
Suntory rolls out DRS advice for retailers
Drinks giant Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I has launched a new paper for DRS in the UK, following on from a study of the scheme's implementation in Ireland.
A handy guide to eco advice
Scotland Food & Drink has unveiled the next step in its sustainability commitment with its new Navigating Net Zero Handbook.
Hamlyns lays out its green credentials
Responding to the rising demand for more sustainability support with consumers, Hamlyns of Scotland has introduced new paper packaging.
Telmont invests in planet saving bottles
Champagne House Maison Telmont has broken with tradition through its innovative climate-positive use of transition glass for its bottles in a new project.
Hydrogen bottles a glass act from Bacardi
Spirits maker Bacardi has been trialling new technology that allows it to produce glass bottles in a more eco-friendly way, while other food and drinks giants are involved in a project to support regenerative agriculture.
RVM Systems talks DRS expertise
RVMSystems UK sales manager Gerry Mellor provides key insights across reverse vending machines and shows why the firm is a top operator when to comes to DRS.
Pot Noodle on sustainability mission
Unilever is trialling paper packaging for the most popular flavour of its Pot Noodle brand in a bid to cut its use of plastics and so be more eco-friendly.
Chivas Brothers shares sustainability knowledge
Chivas Brothers is sharing its sustainability technology developments with others in the whisky industry in a bid to cut emissions.
SWA has bold net-zero goal
The Scottish Wholesale Association has set out ambitious plans to reach net-zero emissions by 2040 – and is calling on ScotGov to provide financial help for its members.
Awards Profile – Sustainability Champion
Scottish Grocer caught up with Shamly Sud, director at GHSL, and Leigh McCarter, store manager at Premier Racetrack Pitstop Bearsden, following the award win.
Convenience in Brief | Chivas Brothers, BrewDog and Lidl and Miconex news
Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that provide insights to convenience retailers about Chivas Brothers, BrewDog and Lidl and Miconex.