Environmental Impact
This coverage addresses the environmental impact of UK retail operations, examining sustainability initiatives, regulatory developments, and corporate responsibility efforts. Reporting focuses on emissions reduction, waste management, supply chain practices, and green innovations — offering insight for retail executives, operations managers, and brand leaders seeking to align business performance with environmental goals.
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Sep- 2023 -22 SeptemberAdvice
The retailer’s guide to adopting sustainable business practices
In an era marked by increasing environmental awareness, adopting sustainable business practices is not just a choice, but a necessity for retailers. Consumers are now actively seeking out eco-friendly and socially responsible options, and retailers have a unique opportunity to lead the way. Here are some practical steps retailers can…
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Aug- 2023 -16 AugustFeatures
Is sustainability the new black?
Recently, a German supermarket raised the prices of a selection of its products to reflect their real cost on people’s health and the environment. The awareness-raising campaign week was organised in collaboration with academics from the University of Greifswald and the Nuremberg Institute of Technology. It was inspired by consumer…
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Jul- 2023 -21 JulyClothing & Shoes
Marks and Spencer chief slams ‘pathetic’ Marble Arch rejection
The chief executive of Marks and Spencer has slammed the government’s decision to deny the demolition and redevelopment of its flagship store on Oxford Street as “pathetic”. The company planned to demolish the existing three buildings and construct a larger 2 basement and nine-storey mixed-use development containing a retail store,…
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5 JulyNews
Sainsbury’s swaps steak plastic trays for sustainable cardboard alternative
Sainsbury’s has announced it is removing plastic trays from its steak range and replacing them with a cardboard alternative that uses 70% less plastic. The new trays, which are available from today (5 July), are launching across 10 products in the range. Previously, Sainsbury’s had already introduced cardboard trays to…
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Jun- 2023 -16 JuneFeatures
Shein pop-ups are worrying for independent fashion retailers
Fast fashion giant, Shein, hit the headlines once again to announce the introduction of around 30 pop-up shops located in major cities across the UK, offering a variety of clothing items, accessories, and homewares that were traditionally sold via its popular online store. However, despite its widespread popularity among people…
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8 JuneSupermarkets
M&S introduces ‘Beauty Takeback’ scheme
Marks and Spencer has announced a partnership with beauty recycling experts, HANDLE, to launch a ‘Beauty Takeback’ scheme in over 40 stores across the country. This scheme will see hard to recycle beauty packaging materials and components that commonly end up in landfill to be recycled are turned into new…
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5 JuneHealth & Beauty
L’Oreal invests in biotech company Debut
L’Oreal has made a minority investment in US-based biotech company Debut in a bid to scale its manufacturing platform and meet demands for the use of breakthrough ingredients in cosmetics and skincare, The Retail Bulletin has reported. The news comes as the two companies already have existing joint development programmes. …
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May- 2023 -24 MayNews
Sainsbury’s to sell 100% MSC certified tuna at lower price
Sainsbury’s has become the first big four supermarket to sell 100% MSC (Marine Stewardship Council) certified canned tuna, in a bid to strengthen its commitment to sustainable fish sourcing. The grocer is already leading the way in responsible fish sourcing and is committed to 100% of seafood sales being independently…
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24 MaySupermarkets
Co-op and Starship expand robot delivery service in Yorkshire
The partnership between Starship Technologies and The Co-operative is rolling out autonomous grocery deliveries from today (24 May) to local residents in Wakefield, Yorkshire. The service has been made available to 13,000 residents across over 6,500 households, with orders made through the Starship food delivery app. Groceries will be picked…
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10 MayNews
Sainsbury launches 100% electric delivery fleet in Nine Elms
Sansbury’s has recently announced that its Nine Elms superstore in London will now deliver to customers using a 100% electric fleet. Delivering to 145,000 households, the Nine Elms delivery fleet is made up of 12 vans, with both the vehicle and fridge units powered by electricity, meaning they will not…
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