Watsons promises to reduce virgin plastic by 21% by 2030 and promote reusable and easily recyclable packaging

Watsons Group commits to reducing the use of virgin plastic in its own brand packaging by 21% by 2030, in support of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's "Global Commitment to Plastic Pollution." This commitment covers product packaging, shopping bags, online shopping packaging, and single-use plastics, aiming to reduce environmental impact through sustainable packaging design and increased recycled plastic content. Chief Sustainability Officer Sebastien Pivet stated that retailers must take responsibility for driving plastic reduction and will take measurable actions to achieve the goal