Reusable vs Single-use packaging

Author : Zero waste Europe, Reloop
Publication year : 2020
Languages : EN
Geographical areas : Not specified
Keywords : Data collection and harmonization, Impact transfer, Low tech, Materials alternatives / change of model, Replicable guidelines and feedback, Single-Use Plastic, Toolkit and technical sheets, Waste management
Abstract

With the understanding that packaging alone represents 36% of municipal solid waste in Europe, this report focuses on how and when the reuse of packaging is a better alternative than single-use. This is done by analyzing the results of life cycle assessments that compare the environmental impacts of single-use to reusable packaging alternatives.