Author: ZeroWaste Switzerland
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Cleanups: more than treating the symptoms
Switzerland has a littering problem. This is proven in the latest Swiss Litter Report by Stop Plastic Pollution (STOPPP) and WWF. The fact that our streets are relatively clean, we thank first and foremost our city and municipal workers, who are cleaning up behind us day in and day out. Everyone, who takes a stroll…
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Thema Umwelt (Pusch) – Lebensmittelverpackung
Das Pusch-Fachmagazin „Thema Umwelt“ hat einen Artikel von uns herausgegeben.Entdeckt hier, ob Lebensmittelverpackungen sinnvoller Schutz oder unnötiger Abfall sind.
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VELEDES – Association for independent food retailers
Supports the small-scale food retailer VELEDES, the Swiss Association of Food Retailers, is committed to all independent food retailers, such as Volg, Spar, Denner satellites, Treffpunkt, Pam, CC customers, private retailers and petrol station shops. VELEDES acts neutrally, safeguards the interests of retailers in the media, business and politics, is competent in front-related advice, places…
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Le pro de l’alimentaire
Le magazine « Le pro de l’alimentaire » a publié une interview avec Natalie Bino, présidente de ZeroWaste Switzerland, et Christine Remund (propriétaire de l’épicerie vrac La Portion Magique à Bienne). Découvrez comment vous pouvez adopter la démarche Zéro Déchet en faisant vos courses.
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reCIRCLE – Swiss reusable system for take-aways
The Swiss reusable containers system for take-aways The reCIRCLE reusable system launched in Bern is the world’s first large-area, reusable system for take-aways. The reBOXes are washable containers with covers especially developed for waste prevention. The vision of reCIRCLE A Swiss reusable system for more enjoyment and less waste of resources and littering. Thanks to…
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Study: Does plastic packaging reduce food waste?
“Plastic packaging helps to keep food fresh for longer. It’s therefore important in the fight against food wastage” – that’s the argument put forward by retailers and manufacturers to justify their love of plastic. But a study by Zero Waste Europe and Friends of the Earth Europe shows that it’s not quite that simple. Between…
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La Maison du Vrac – A bulk store combining quality and local products in Morges (VD)
A bulk store combining quality and local products in Morges La Maison du Vrac was born from the desire of two friends to work together to open a grocery store; Sonia, passionate about everything related to nutrition, her area of training, and Sefora; motivated by her love of good food from her Italian origins. They…
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Municipality of Renens (VD)
With a population of more than 20,000 people (20,756 in 2016), Renens is the fourth largest town in the Vaud Canton. Renens is also the capital of the Western-Lausanne district, which includes the towns of Bussigny, Chavannes-près-Renens, Crissier, Ecublens, Prilly, Saint-Sulpice, Villars-Sainte-Croix and Renens. Renens is a small city on the move. It is situated…
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L’Épicerie Vrac
L’Épicerie Vrac à Yverdon-les-Bains est une épicerie un peu particulière. Très bien située au centre de la zone piétonne de la ville à la rue du Lac, elle propose des produits alimentaires secs (pâtes, céréales, fruits à coque, thé, café, épices, légumineuses, etc.), mais aussi du pain, des huiles et vinaigres, des produits d’hygiène et…
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La Boyevatte – Bulk store in Courroux (JU)
The bulk store offering seasonal local food from the Jura In May 2016, Kevin Nia and Rémy Petitcuenot came up with the idea of opening a bulk store in the Jura, called La Boyevatte, which means wheelbarrow in the local patois. To preserve the environment it was clear to them that waste had to be…
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Bokoloko – Bulk store in Vevey (VD)
Bokoloko offers food without disposable packaging, organically grown, and local. You will find solutions to reduce your waste in the kitchen or the bathroom, but also on the road, at the office and to celebrate the beautiful events of life. Located between the historical centers of Vevey and the Tour de Peilz, the grocery store is very…
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Food waste and what you can do to prevent it
Foodwaste.ch and the Kanton Zürich have published together the report “No Waste, let’s taste”. In this article you will find the most important facts, figures, and advice on how to prevent food waste.Food waste in Switzerland The term food waste refers to food that is wasted, although it is fit for human consumption. Inedible parts,…
