Sainsbury’s introduces sustainable cardboard hangers, replacing millions of plastic ones.
- More than 400 stores nationwide will adopt this eco-friendly initiative.
- Recycling options are available for both cardboard and existing plastic hangers.
- The move aligns with Sainsbury’s broader shift towards sustainable packaging.
- Competitors like Tesco and Lidl are also innovating with reduced plastic use.
Sainsbury’s is making a significant stride in sustainability by rolling out new cardboard hangers across its Tu Clothing Baby range, aiming to replace five million plastic hangers. This initiative is projected to save 103 tonnes of plastic, reflecting the supermarket’s commitment to environmental responsibility. More than 400 stores nationwide are participating, allowing customers to effortlessly engage in this change.
Customers now have the flexibility to recycle these new cardboard hangers at home or utilise Sainsbury’s in-store recycling service for previously used Tu Clothing plastic hangers. This added convenience not only encourages recycling but also underscores the company’s dedication to reducing waste and promoting eco-friendly practices.
Between January and July of this year, Sainsbury’s returned 12 million hangers from checkouts, amounting to 85 tonnes of plastic recycled. This effort illustrates the company’s proactive approach to addressing plastic waste, building on prior achievements in sustainable packaging.
Sainsbury’s has pioneered several packaging changes, notably being the first UK retailer to transition its laundry detergent packaging from plastic to cardboard. This forward-thinking approach sets a benchmark for environmental initiatives within the industry.
The shift to cardboard hangers is part of wider industry efforts. Competitor Tesco has introduced packaging for fresh mince that uses 70% less plastic, while Lidl incorporates Prevented Ocean Plastic into its water bottles. These examples underline a collective movement towards sustainability among retailers.
Sainsbury’s adoption of cardboard hangers marks a pivotal step in reducing plastic waste and promoting sustainable retail practices.
