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 system that’s transforming the in-store experience while advancing its sustainability goals. Developed in partnership with Google Cloud, the upgraded Lush Lens technology recognises unpackaged products […]
“Ick factor” biggest threat to circular economy, new study finds
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 goods is emerging as one of the most significant barriers to circular economy adoption, according to a major new global study by BSI in partnership […]
EU proposes new vehicle rules to drive circularity in automotive sector
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 proposals for new rules aimed at making the EU’s automotive sector more sustainable by embedding circular economy principles across the entire vehicle lifecycle. The regulation […]