We’re working on biodegradable paper tea bags

Fairtrade manager Catherine Hickey reveals her favourite Co-op Fairtrade gifts, so go a step further this Christmas and share the love by supporting producers from around the globe.

Peatlands are one of the UK’s key ecosystems and, if managed correctly, can support the nation’s ambition to achieve net zero. We’ve already switched to peat-free compost across all our stores but we know there is more to do. This year we’re working with climate and sustainable development expert, ClimateCare and Bell’s whisky to support the restoration…

Our new soft plastics recycling scheme has proved a huge hit since it launched in July with thousands of customers getting involved to learn, champion, and use the recycling bins in their local Co-op stores.