Review of studies on single-use plastics reveals broader circular economy approach is needed

Review of studies on single-use plastics reveals broader circular economy approach is needed

A review of research published in the Interdisciplinary Environmental Review on single-use plastics argues that tackling the waste problem will require a shift from recycling alone to a broader circular economy approach, in which materials are kept in use through reuse, recovery, recycling and redesign.

Transitioning plastics and packaging to a circular economy

Ellen MacArthur Foundation discusses the challenge of moving plastics and packaging from a linear economy to a circular one.