LatviaPublished: 7 October 2026 at 08:57
Number of zero-packaging shops falls in Latvia
A few years ago, shops selling goods without packaging were developing rapidly in Latvia, but their number has now fallen almost fourfold. One shop that has found a way to keep going is in Kuldīga.
A few years ago, the idea of shops where goods can be bought without packaging spread quickly across Latvia. The situation is now very different: the number of such businesses has dropped by almost a factor of four.
Why shops are closing
Explanations vary. Some point to higher food prices. Others see customers' habits as the main reason.
The Kuldīga example
Despite the overall trend, some shops continue to operate. One that has found a way to stay in business is located in Kuldīga.
