A billion kilograms of waste from plastic food containers — equivalent ... “Given the substantial volume of waste takeaway containers, it’s potentially a great source for making fibres ...

Takeaway food containers, which many of us keep and re-use, tend to be made from this or another type of plastic called polyethylene – or both. But many other chemicals are added during ...

It’s also snagged the best plastic option on our list of the best food storage containers. During our tests, these ...

The researchers, from the University's School of Chemical Engineering and Analytical Science, have carried out the first ever comprehensive study of the environmental impacts of disposable ...

Two companies have teamed up to create biodegradable containers that break down naturally within 100 days—could this be the ...

“Never microwave a plastic container ... which could spell trouble if you like to reuse takeaway containers. With this in mind, it’s a good idea to stick to containers that are both BPA ...

Over months of lockdown, takeaway food became a treat like no other for many. Much of it, however delicious, comes with an inconvenient side order - heaps of single-use plastic containers.

Ever microwaved last night's takeaway leftovers in their plastic container? You might want to think twice before doing so again. Toxicology expert Dr Yvonne Burkart, speaking on Steven Bartlett's ...

Have you ever reheated the remains of the previous night's takeaway in the microwave? A toxicology expert has warned of the health dangers of doing so with the food still in its plastic container.

Cafe de Coral, Saizeriya, Super Super Congee & Noodle, and Yoshinoya said they would not use customers’ takeaway containers ...

Single-use plastic plates, cutlery, drink stirrers, cotton buds and balloon sticks are all on the list. Also banned are disposable cups and takeaway food containers made of expanded or foamed ...