Day: July 11, 2025

Lush uses AI to cut queues, boost sustainability and eliminate packaging wasteLush uses AI to cut queues, boost sustainability and eliminate packaging waste

July 11, 2025 | . | 0 Comment | 12:47 pm

AI-powered product recognition system reduces water use, speeds up checkout and supports staff training—while helping 49% of products remain packaging-free. Cosmetics retailer Lush has introduced an AI-driven image recognition

“Ick factor” biggest threat to circular economy, new study finds“Ick factor” biggest threat to circular economy, new study finds

July 11, 2025 | . | 0 Comment | 12:38 pm

Fears over hygiene, safety and quality are stopping consumers from buying reused and refurbished products, says global research from BSI. Consumer hesitation over the cleanliness and reliability of second-hand

EU proposes new vehicle rules to drive circularity in automotive sectorEU proposes new vehicle rules to drive circularity in automotive sector

July 11, 2025 | . | 0 Comment | 12:27 pm

New regulation would set recycled content targets, improve vehicle design for reuse, and tighten rules on end-of-life and exports. The European Parliament’s Environment and Internal Market Committees have adopted