{"id":67641,"date":"2022-08-24T14:12:49","date_gmt":"2022-08-24T12:12:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/packaging-journal.de\/?p=67641"},"modified":"2022-09-09T10:39:40","modified_gmt":"2022-09-09T08:39:40","slug":"majority-of-germans-in-favour-of-mandatory-reuse","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/packaging-journal.de\/en\/mehrheit-deutschen-begruesst-mehrweg-pflicht\/","title":{"rendered":"Majority of Germans welcome upcoming mandatory reusable packaging"},"content":{"rendered":"
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A survey by Deutsche Tamoil GmbH shows that the majority of Germans surveyed consider the forthcoming reusable packaging obligation to be sensible. 76 per cent are prepared to make the extra effort to protect the environment. Almost a quarter of Germans now order something to-go at least once a week.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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The The majority of Germans (77 per cent) specifically opt for the take-away option<\/strong> - usually in the morning on the way to work, in the car or during the lunch break. The The main reasons for this are stress and time pressure (63 per cent)<\/strong>, The main reasons for this were the desire to be out in the fresh air (31 per cent), not wanting to cook for themselves (22 per cent) or simply that they had forgotten their own food at home (21 per cent).<\/p>

So while the advantages of to go are clear to most survey participants, consumption still has a significant disadvantage: the packaging and the resulting waste<\/strong>. More than half of the Germans (64 per cent) who took part in the HEM survey were also aware of this, often have a guilty conscience when disposing of single-use packaging<\/strong> to have. One in four would therefore like to-go packaging to be more environmentally friendly, for example made from recyclable material.<\/p>

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The survey also shows that 76 per cent of respondents are not yet aware of the reusable packaging obligation<\/strong> for delivery services and restaurants from 1 January 2023. Anyone with a sales area of more than 80 square metres and more than five employees is subject to the legal obligation to offer reusable packaging for takeaway.<\/p>

An approach that meets with broad support: 76 per cent of Germans surveyed by HEM consider the legal obligation to reuse to be sensible<\/strong> and are prepared to go to a little extra effort to protect the environment. Only seven per cent of the study participants stated that they would always opt for disposable containers in the long term, as returning reusable containers would be too costly for them.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Reusable solutions with deposit system <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Remedy promises Recup\/Rebowl<\/a>, Germany's largest reusable deposit system. The to-go cups on offer can be used up to 1,000 times, the Bowls can be reused up to 500 times<\/strong> and thus replace disposable packaging waste.<\/p>

\u201eOur task as a leading provider is now to prepare Germany's catering industry for the upcoming mandatory reusable packaging and to equip it in the best possible way. Because only if the reusable system is offered across the board in catering establishments will it be really easy for consumers to combine enjoyment and environmental protection.\u201c<\/p>

Greta Mager<\/strong>, Spokeswoman reCup GmbH<\/p><\/blockquote>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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For this reason, the petrol station chain HEM to offer the Recup\/Rebowl returnable deposit system at 380 stations with attached Bistro Vital<\/strong>. The nationwide roll-out will begin on 15 October 2022, meaning that in future, hot drinks and tasty snacks can be consumed with a clear conscience and the reusable packaging returned to the nearest serving point.<\/p>

\u201eWith our range of high-quality coffee and snack specialities, we want to offer our customers the best possible experience on the go. Of course, sustainability also plays an important role here. As a lot is bought \u201ato go\u2018, especially at petrol stations, we see it as an extremely important step to offer 100% recyclable reusable options from now on and reduce single-use packaging waste.\u201c<\/p>

Katrin Rutledge<\/strong>, Category Manager Coffee & Bistro at Deutsche Tamoil GmbH<\/p><\/blockquote>

When asked where Germans buy takeaway products at least once a month, the petrol station came in second place with 66 percent, behind the bakery (67 percent) and ahead of the supermarket (50 percent). The other places are snack bars\/fast food chains (39 per cent), caf\u00e9s (15 per cent), kiosks (13 per cent), market stalls\/food trucks (12 per cent) and restaurants (9 per cent).<\/p>

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More news on reusable systems<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tBundestag passes Packaging Act\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\tThis repeals the current Packaging Act and adapts it to the PPWR, which will apply directly from 12 August 2026.\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tRead more \"\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tRe-Zip, DS Smith and Raja launch reusable packaging programme for e-commerce\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\tUp to 20 brands from sectors such as cosmetics, fashion, marketplaces, and direct-to-consumer businesses are to be selected from July 2026.\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tRead more \"\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tFIFA now permits sealed single-use plastic bottles\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\tFollowing the publication of the stadium regulations for the 2026 Football World Cup, the association has clarified its requirements.\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tRead more \"\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tFIFA bans reusable bottles from World Cup stadiums\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tManufacturer alliance to expand glass reusable packaging for food\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
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