Hellmann’s helps consumers make the right choice for the planet

The introduction of new Hellmann’s 100% recycled and recyclable plastic jars and bottles in North America marks another major milestone on the brand’s journey to exit virgin plastic, following on from their initial launch in Mexico last September. Hellmann’s becomes the first dressings brand in the US to make the switch to 100% recycled bottles and jars, and we’ll also be leading industry change in Canada as the first to transition to PCR (post-consumer recycled) packaging. This will cut the use of virgin plastic, per year, by around 13,000 tons…

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Negative emissions pioneer Drax announces new CCUS projects during Energy Minister’s visit

Negative emissions pioneer, Drax Group is continuing to develop ground-breaking carbon capture technologies through new partnerships and pilot projects, putting UK businesses at the forefront of efforts to tackle the climate crisis. Drax has announced a new partnership with cleantech company Econic Technologies to explore the potential for using captured carbon dioxide from its biomass power generation to displace oil in the production of plastic products, using its pioneering catalyst technology. The partnership marks a major step towards enabling other businesses, including in the automotive, consumer and construction sectors, to…

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Natural History Museum declares ‘Planetary Emergency’ and reveals bold new Vision and Strategy to 2031 in response

The galleries at the Natural History Museum will resonate all week with sounds from nature as it declares a planetary emergency and launches a bold new strategy. Setting out the role it will play in tackling the planetary emergency as a global, scientific and cultural leader, the Museum describes its mission to ‘create advocates for the planet.’ It includes commitments to expand efforts to engage the public with planetary issues and further open up its collection and share the scientific data and evidence needed to find solutions to climate instability and…

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CIPR writes to all new MPs with guide to professional lobbying

The Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) has written to all 140 new MPs and the 15 former MPs who have been re-elected following the 2019 general election with a copy of our Guide to Professional Lobbying (download via this page). The Guide sets out the standards of acceptable behaviour for professional lobbyists, what MPs should expect if they are approached by lobbyists, and what action they can take if they have concerns. It also uses the opportunity to introduce the UK Lobbying Register (UKLR) managed the CIPR. We would like…

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Petco Foundation Delivers Love This Valentine’s Day With $10m Commitment To Help Animal Welfare Organizations Nationwide

The Petco Foundation, a national, nonprofit organization working to inspire and lead change for animals, has announced a commitment of more than $10 million in grant investments to support the critical work that animal welfare organizations do each day to save lives. It’s part of an effort to deliver love and appreciation to animal shelters across the country this Valentine’s Day to thank dedicated staff members and volunteers for their lifesaving work. During the week of Valentine’s Day, the Petco Foundation team traveled the country to deliver love and surprised…

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