The appetite for refillable and reusable products has spurred Unilever to expand its refill & reuse activities through a series of trials in the UK, delivering and testing convenient and sustainable solutions to help shoppers cut plastic consumption The refill and reuse approach is in its early days. We’re all still learning. But experimenting in real-world conditions has given us a lengthy list of insights – and an even lengthier to-do list. Now we want to build momentum and do everything in our power to help bring about a refill–reuse revolution. Our most popular newsletter, formerly known as Dezeen Weekly. Sent every Thursday and featuring a selection of the best reader comments and most talked-about stories. Plus occasional updates on Dezeen’s services and breaking news. Dezeen Agenda Although refill pouches save a high percentage of plastic, they're not recyclable. What's more, as they are bulky and heavy, they don't reduce road transportation and grenhouse gas emissions. But solutions do exist. The same report found that this amount can be reduced by 80% if major transformational change takes place.

Shoppers buy one spray bottle containing a Cif household cleaning product, which they can then refill with the concentrate. Cif ecorefill provides the answer to these problems. They are small and light, so can be bought in bulk, and they take up less space in cupboards and recycling bins. Our research shows that two-thirds of us feel guilty when we throw away plastic and shoppers are looking for easy switches that can have a positive impact on the world around us," she continued. Not only is e-commerce a fast-growing channel for Unilever as a whole, but it also provides invaluable insights and data which can help shape and support our relationship with consumers. Daily updates on the latest design and architecture vacancies advertised on Dezeen Jobs. Plus occasional news. Dezeen Jobs Weekly

The nascent nature of refill models means that regulatory guidelines and public policies can be vague, and we’ve come across challenges with this in several of our pilots. We expect this to change and we look forward to working with policymakers to help shape a clear way forward. No, only add it into an empty Power & Shine spray bottle. Follow the instructions by diluting up to the water mark on the bottle. That way you'll get beautiful cleaning results without damaging surfaces. Yes, we're looking to have ecorefill accross all our main sprays by 2020. But we're not stopping there and want to offer other concentrated products across our entire range.

Don't worry, it'll still work. however please ensure to follow the usage instructions and if product is added before water, ensure you add water slowly to avoid excessive foaming. If product spillages are experienced just rinse immediately.Used correctly, ecorefill isn't damaging. However, if any concentrated liquid falls onto a surface, you should rinse immediately. Product safety is our priority. Our products are formulated to be safe to people and to the environement, and their safety is assured by a world-leading group of safety scientists at Unilever’s Safety and Environmental Assurance Centre (SEAC). While triggers are technically recyclable, many recycling companies aren’t geared up to deal with them. Plus, they are designed to last approximately 15 times – about five years, on average – but instead, generally get disposed of after just one use.