Reusable containers aren't always better for the environment than disposable ones - new research
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Reusable containers aren't always better for the environment than disposable ones - new research
Reusable containers may have to be reused many times to offset their negative environmental impacts - improving recycling infrastructure could be the answer.
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Loop's launch brings reusable packaging to the world's biggest brands
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The Health Effects of Reusing Plastic Water Bottles
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Switching to reuse? An exploration of consumers' perceptions and behaviour towards reusable packaging systems - ScienceDirect
Environmental Efforts That Don't Help As Much As You Think
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Commentary: Reusable containers are not always better for the environment than disposable plastic ones - CNA Lifestyle
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Can a reusable container program help solve America's takeout trash problem?
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42 Reusable Products That Will Help You Reduce Waste at Home in 2022
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A Guide to Properly Recycling Takeout Containers - CNET
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Recycling in the U.S. Is Broken. How Do We Fix It?
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Reusable Packaging: 6 Industries Using Reusable Shipping Materials by ASC, Inc.
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How to use less plastic : Life Kit : NPR