Some of the staff at Board24, Coalville have endured six intense weeks as they have battled it out to be named the most ‘green fingered’ in the office.
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Staff Profile – Clare Boswell
Our staff profile this month focuses on Customer Services administrator, Clare Boswell. Clare has been working for Board24 for over four years, after originally working for a Board24 customer for 17 years.
Innovative Antimicrobial Coatings for Paper
At a time when there’s intense focus on the spread of Covid-19 and ways in which that spread can be reduced, there’s been a lot of attention on different surfaces, including print and paper, and how those surfaces can retain and potentially spread the virus. Research and guidance from the world’s leading health organisations, including the World Health Organisation (WHO) has concluded that there are no known incidents of Covid-19 transmission from print surfaces, whether that’s newspapers, magazines, letters or packaging. Two sides have recently published an article regarding Covid-19 and paper which goes into more detailed information.
UK unveils its own Circular Economy Package
Let’s Recycle have published information regarding the UK’s re-affirmed commitment to recycling 65% of municipal waste by 2035 – they have set out the approach to transposing the EU circular economy package (CEP) into domestic law.
Cardboard Compost
Over the years composting in the home has risen in popularity with the latest development replacing the plastic composter and going for a ‘greener’ cardboard version instead.
Choose Responsibly Managed Corrugated Packaging
Corrugated Packaging has the highest recycling recovery rate and considered to be the least environmentally impacting packaging material. Combined with being cost-effective and lightweight, therefore lowering freight & handling costs with fewer trucks, less fuel, and lower emissions. Corrugated attracts eco-conscious customers who prefer to choose ‘greener’ packaged products that can be recycled. It is the responsible choice.
Staff Profile – Teri Paterson
Teri Paterson is the focus of our latest Staff Profile. Teri is a Customer Service Administrator based in the offices at Board24, Larkhall. Teri began at Board24 in January 2016, gaining an immediate rapport with key customers.
Unpacking the Future of Sustainable Packaging
On 6th July 2020, FEFCO co-hosted a virtual panel with Politico. The debate centred around the title of ‘Unwrapping the future of sustainable packaging’ and attracted 2700 unique viewers, eager to know what will come next for packaging in a post-coronavirus recovery.
Working From Home Cardboard Style
During lockdown, many companies have encouraged their staff to work from home if they can, to increase the safety of themselves and their colleagues.
Green Quarantine
During lockdown, Beyond the Box has researched into how people feel about sustainability and being ‘greener’ during the quarantine. The results show that Brits want to be more sustainable but the littering in our public spaces point to a different result.