Research across 1,500 Italian supermarkets on food packaging: 90% of unnecessary plastic in Italy could be reduced or replaced with fibre-based alternatives.
A study conducted across 1,500 Italian food supermarkets reveals that almost half (46%) of food and drink products on shelves are needlessly packaged in plastic that could be removed or replaced with alternatives. We are talking about a mountain of plastic amounting to 27.3 billion avoidable pieces per year across Italy.
To achieve meaningful change towards reduction and elimination, globally shared standards need to be created. The European Union has already begun this process, but the road to going plastic-free is still a long one. France stands out as the only virtuous performer, with usage below 50%.
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Date: 16 October 2024
Source: Adnkronos editorial staff
