Two Sides survey flags up packaging wins and losses

Paper and cardboard packaging comes out on top for environmental-friendliness in a new consumer survey conducted for Two Sides by research agency Toluna.

The survey of 500 UK adults found: - 78% like paper and cardboard packaging because it is biodegradable - 73% believe paper and cardboard packaging makes good use of recycled materials - 64% like paper and cardboard packaging because it is made from renewable wood fibre The survey also revealed significant consumer concerns about packaging in general. 85% believe packaging is a significant source of litter, 84% believe over-packaging is a problem, and 71% believe packaging is bad for the environment. Two Sides has reiterated that paper and cardboard packaging is durable, renewable and recyclable and will be an essential material as we move towards a regenerative, circular economy, as outlined in the UK Government's 25 Year Environment Plan.