Ahead of World Earth Day, ethics, sustainability and policy officer Jess Collins shares five meaningful pledges you can make this year. Sustainability has always been more than a buzzword for Co-op – it’s a commitment. And this year is no different. For World Earth Day I want to pledge to make a difference, and you…
Horticulture buyer Francesca Hayes explains why Co-op flowers offer gifts with meaning ahead of Mother’s Day
Our new soft plastics recycling scheme has proved a huge hit since it launched in July with thousands of customers getting involved to learn, champion, and use the recycling bins in their local Co-op stores.
Are you a wish-cycler? In this helpful guide, packaging technologist Robert Thompson introduces the concept of wish-cycling – how to avoid it as well as useful tips on how to recycle properly, whether at the workplace or at home.
From making it easier to recycle our packaging to reducing food waste, we’re always working to minimise the impact we have on the environment, Ethics, Sustainability & Policy Officer Jess Collins explains.
Co-op Members have been getting involved to learn more and encourage others to recycle soft plastics at their local Co-op store.
Co-op Member, Saul, discovers what happens when you deposit plastic film packaging at Co-op’s collection points.
This picnic season, keep waste to a minimum (and fun to the max!) with picnic product developer Charlotte Goose’s top tips. Plus, we have plenty of recipes and products to try.
Co-op assistant drinks buyer Gemma Day shares her tips for buying drink brands that are doing their bit for the planet – from beer to wine and soft drinks – as well as the do-good brands that are reinventing the drinks industry for the better.
Jo Whitfield, our Food CEO, explains our compostable bag roll out, why they’re better for the planet, plus her top tips on how to use them correctly.
Our Fairtrade Easter eggs have had a makeover this year, by removing the plastic packaging... Junior product developer Emily Haworth explains what makes Co-op’s delicious Easter range better for the planet.
Check out these ways to shop more sustainably when you buy seafood and help fight unsustainable practices threatening our fish stock and marine ecosystems.
We’re committed to choices that are good for the planet. Follow these recycling dos and don’ts to make recycling an easy part of your daily routine.