76% британцев требуют отказа от пластиковой упаковки на фестивалях

Three in four Britons (76%) are calling for plastic-free food packaging at festivals, as the UK festival season sees more than 105 million single-use discarded plastic items annually, according to research by materials innovation company Xampla. Xampla noted that the waste generated from the festival season’s plastic takeaway boxes, coffee cups and bottles could fill more than 500 double-decker buses. Alexandra French, CEO of Xampla, commented, “Festival-goers want to be able to enjoy themselves without worrying about their plastic footprint. “It is clear that most people want the food they eat at festivals to come in packaging that does not harm the planet.” Paper, Card Packaging While 80% of respondents said that all food packaging should be plastic-free, festival season drives a significant spike in plastic waste, as the average festival-goer generates approximately 2kg of waste per day – nearly twice the regular average. Xampla also noted that paper and card packaging has increased at festivals due to the government’s clampdown on single-use plastic packaging in 2023. This type of packaging contains a hidden plastic lining, which creates issues for waste management, according to Xampla. Sustainable Alternatives Xampla highlighted that there are sustainable alternatives, such as its Morro coating, which is made from natural polymers and does not require a plastic lining. Xampla CEO French added, “The good news is that the alternatives now exist at scale, helping event organisers and suppliers make the right choice for their customers.” Read More: UK Plastic Recycling Costs Double In 2026, Retailers Call For Reform, BRC Says