ANN ARBOR, MICH. – Scientists at the University of Michigan learned widespread use of returnable takeout food containers could reduce plastic waste, greenhouse gas emissions, and even costs for ...

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ANN ARBOR, MI -- Trash-free takeout is possible at some Ann Arbor businesses, but owners say the program needs more support to be really successful. A returnable container program launched in Ann ...

Returnable containers are the future — but standards are needed to ensure a smooth transition away from single-use plastic, which accounts for around 40% of plastic pollution worldwide. According to a ...

Returnable containers are a key method of meeting both profitability objectives and sustainability metrics. Though critical to the supply chain, returnables have a history of waste and inefficiency.

People with piles and piles of returnable beverage containers will soon be able to get them out of their garages, basements and closets. Among the COVID-19 restrictions Gov. Gretchen Whitmer lifted ...

WASHINGTON -- As more fresh meat is sold case-ready, efforts to make that product "returnable container-ready" are moving ahead at a quickening pace. More accurately, the focus is on making a better ...

Grist is a nonprofit, independent media organization dedicated to telling stories of climate solutions and a just future. For several months last year, patrons of a Seattle coffee shop called Tailwind ...