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Legislation – Your Guide To Customer Engagement
Explore the benefits of QR codes in enhancing customer engagement and promoting sustainability with Polytag. Our innovative solutions allow businesses to create branded landing pages, gain unique analytics, and support Digital Deposit Return Schemes. QR codes offer a versatile, space-efficient way to connect with customers and meet sustainability goals. Learn more about how Polytag’s QR…
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Polytag’s CEO responds to Society of Independent Brewers’s Letter to the Welsh Government
In a detailed response to the Society of Independent Brewers, Polytag CEO Alice Rackley emphasises the necessity of a unified approach to the UK’s Deposit Return Scheme (DRS). Rackley outlines Polytag’s commitment to a hybrid DRS model, combining digital solutions with traditional methods to address legislative uncertainties, prevent fraud, and ensure compatibility with existing recycling…
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MRW Magazine: Data standard launched to address packaging EPR obligations
Polytag partners with Ocado Retail to launch a pioneering on-pack Digital Deposit Return Scheme (DDRS) technology trial, aiming to boost UK recycling rates with unique QR codes on milk bottles. Discover how this initiative aligns with new EPR data standards and promises to reshape consumer recycling habits.
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Daily Telegraph: Ocado shoppers could get cash back to scan recycling under delayed deposit return scheme
Ocado trials innovative QR code technology on milk bottles to simplify recycling and cash-back process for customers. This pioneering initiative, developed by Polytag, aims to improve recycling rates and combat littering ahead of the UK’s anticipated deposit return scheme in 2024.
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Delays to DRS are in nobody’s interest
Alice Rackley, CEO of Polytag, advocates for the adoption of Digital Deposit Return Schemes (DDRS) to address the UK’s recycling challenges and avoid further delays in environmental policy implementation. Explore how digital solutions can save costs, enhance recycling efficiency, and support the circular economy.
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Legislation – Understanding Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation is transforming how businesses manage packaging waste. EPR requires producers to take full lifecycle responsibility for their products, promoting sustainability and reducing environmental impact. Polytag’s Describe, Tag and Trace technology provides detailed data on packaging, helping businesses comply with EPR regulations and support a circular economy. Learn about EPR implementation…
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Polytag comments on Prime Minister’s recycling remarks
Phil Sutton, founder of Polytag and a leading voice in sustainability, addresses the Prime Minister’s recent statements on recycling, emphasising the critical role of plastics in product protection and the importance of advancing recycling technologies. By collaborating with the Welsh government, Polytag demonstrates high engagement in recycling initiatives, showcasing the potential for significant environmental impact…
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Legislation
The UK has introduced several reforms to tackle environmental issues, focusing on sustainable packaging and traceability. Deposit Return Schemes, Extended Producer Responsibility, and the Plastic Packaging Tax encourage eco-friendly practices among producers and retailers. Polytag technology aids in compliance by enabling detailed tracking of packaging throughout the circular economy. Additionally, Digital Waste Tracking streamlines processes…
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Polytag’s CEO responds to Scottish Parliament’s Cross-party for Beers and pubs’ on Scotland’s DRS
In response to the Scottish Parliament’s scrutiny of the Deposit Return Scheme, Polytag CEO Alice Rackley champions the adoption of Digital DRS as a superior alternative. Highlighting its potential to curb cross-border fraud and reduce environmental impact, Rackley argues that digital tagging of recyclables could align with current UK recycling practices, offering convenience and sustainability…
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Legislation – Your guide to Digital Waste Tracking
Digital Waste Tracking is set to transform waste management by allowing real-time tracking of waste and resources across the economy. Polytag supports this initiative, aiming to tag and trace all packaging and waste digitally. Learn about the UK government’s upcoming digital waste tracking service, the recent public consultation, and how Polytag’s innovative solutions can help…
