October 2021
Our monthly greener retailing tracker highlighting eco-commitments and green moves from across the retail industry.
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Any empties? The Body Shop rolls out ‘Return, Recycle, Repeat’ scheme across UK
The Body Shop is collecting beauty and cosmetic empties in its stores as part of its ‘Return, Recycle, Repeat’ scheme.
Mask crusaders working overtime: Wilko extends facemask recycling scheme
Wilko extends in-store facemask recycling scheme, and estimates 400,000 masks will have been saved from landfill by the end of the initiative.
Editor’s blog: Wilko’s face mask recycling scheme launches on 1 April but it’s no foolish move
Green Retail World editor, Ben Sillitoe, on Wilko’s new face mask recycling scheme, greener coffee pods, and laundry brand Smol.
Lipstick effect: Boots launches new plastic recycling scheme in 50 stores
Boots launches new recycling facilities in 50 stores, rewarding shoppers for bringing back and disposing of used beauty product containers.