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Getting to Grips with Plastic with Zero Waste Scotland - Lunch 'n' Learn

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May 7, 2025
Onye Dike
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Published April 1st, 2025
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Summary

Join Zero Waste Scotland for a Lunch 'n' Learn session focused on the responsible use of plastics in the built environment. This online event will cover practical strategies for reducing single-use plastics and navigating new regulations.

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Location
Online
Date
May 7th, 2025
Type
Online Only
Website
Registration
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Event Overview

This engaging Lunch 'n' Learn session, hosted by Zero Waste Scotland, will take place on May 7, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. Participants will explore the responsible use of plastics within the built environment, addressing the pressing need to reduce single-use plastics and comply with evolving regulations.

Key Learning Outcomes

Attendees will gain insights into:

  • The various types of plastics commonly used in construction and their responsible applications.

  • Practical strategies for minimizing single-use plastics during construction and design phases.

  • An overview of the Plastic Packaging Tax and Extended Producer Responsibility, which are crucial for compliance in the industry.

  • The impact of the Single Use Plastics Product Regulations 2021, which established Scotland as a pioneer in banning problematic single-use plastics.

This session is designed for professionals in the built environment looking to enhance their sustainability practices and adapt to regulatory changes. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from experts and network with peers in the industry. Register now to secure your spot!


Onye Dike
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Onye Dike
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Onye Dike is a staff writer at Net Zero Compare.