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Well done to ANZPAC Member ALDI Stores Australia who has just released its ‘Making Sustainability Affordable’ Progress report for 2023.     ALDI is committed to reducing plastic wherever possible across its product packaging range. In 2019, the supermarket committed to reduce plastic packaging by 25% by the end of 2025. ANZPAC Members work together towards four 2025 Regional Targets, with the elimination of unnecessary and problematic packaging through redesign and innovation being the first target of the Pact.     Here are some innovative ways ALDI has reduced unnecessary plastic packaging:     - ALDI’s flow-wrap mince packaging trial produced a 70% reduction in plastic packaging for it’s Jindurra Station mince. This packaging was a Finalist for the 2023 Design Innovation of the Year Award by the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) of Packaging,  - The supermarket’s everyday range of standard batteries are now packaged in paper instead of plastic, saving approximately 17 tonnes of plastic waste per year,  - Historically, ALDI has never provided single-use plastic carrier bags in any of its Australian stores. This decision has stopped an estimated 9.4 billion plastic bags from entering the market,  - Following collaboration with its suppliers, ALDI’s Styrofoam noodle cup packaging will start to be phased out by late-2023, with production of new paper-based cups already underway.     ALDI has already achieved a remarkable 12.2% reduction in plastic packaging across their exclusive brands since 2019, preventing an additional 5,500 tonnes of plastic from circulation each year.     You can read ALDI’s full sustainability report here: https://bit.ly/3tsfRia #plasticpollution #sustainability

Well done to APCO Member ALDI Stores Australia who has just released its ‘Making Sustainability Affordable’ progress report for 2023.      As Members of APCO, ALDI is committed to working towards Australia’s 2025 National Packaging Targets, with the supermarket reporting sustainable progress towards its targets.     Key stats from the Making Sustainability Affordable report indicate that ALDI is:        - on track to achieve zero waste to landfill by 2025, with 82 percent diverted to date, - on track to achieve 25 percent reduction of plastic packaging by 2025, with a 12.2 per cent reduction to date,  - prioritising the reduction or replacement of difficult-to-recycle black plastic packaging, with a 55.3 percent reduction to date,  - on track for its exclusive brand packaging to be 100 percent recyclable, reusable or compostable by the end of 2025, with 83.3 percent recorded to date,   - committing to an average of 50 percent recycled materials across its packaging by the end of 2025, with 32.2 per cent recycled content included in packaging to date, and  - phasing out reusable plastic shopping bag from stores and offering a paper bag option at the checkout. This move will stop around 888 tonnes of plastic from entering circulation per year.      ALDI also reports that APCO’s #AustralasianRecyclingLabel (ARL) is now featured on 78% of its products.      You can read ALDI’s full sustainability report here: https://bit.ly/3tsfRia

Joint survey by Eco-Business and Reloop. https://lnkd.in/gbD5yjqs: New scheme to up plastic recycling rates in Hong Kong gets broad support, but consumers want higher rebates #recycling #drs Imo, the proposed HK$0.10 (or US$0.01) refund per container might appear to be low, especially when compared with successful deposit-refund schemes in Europe. However, I would like to provide an alternative perspective - that the policy might have a different target audience. The target audience could possibly not be the young professionals (between ages 25 to 34) interviewed in this study, but the informal recyclers - waste pickers and cleaners. Like in most Asian cities, the informal recyclers play a critical role in the entire recycling logistics chain. They often rely on recycling as a primary or supplementary income, collecting mainly aluminium cans and cardboard. Plastic bottles are often not collected as the value is too low. The street recycling price of a plastic bottle is only around HK$0.01-0.02. The proposed refund of HK$0.10 will increase the street value by 4-5 times, making the collection of plastic bottles equally as profitable as aluminium cans. This model was piloted (with incentive of HK$0.05) in Hong Kong in 2021 with some success. The pilot collected over 110 tons of bottles per month, and this was far more effective than the pilot on reverse vending machines.

Presidents Biden and Xi Jinping sit down today. Important stuff. In advance, China and the United States yesterday announced an agreement to displace fossil fuels by ramping up renewable energy sources…..wind, solar, geothermal and others.   This agreementcomes two weeks before representatives from nearly 200 countries converge in Dubai as part of the United Nations climate talks known as COP28.  It’s a big deal….and a sign that the entire world is not just recognizing Climate Change but doing their part to address it.  If 200 countries can act, what can we do?  Retailers….it’s time to lead…by doing your part. It’s time to STOP using single-use paper and plastic bags. No more free bags.  No more selling bags for a nominal nickel or dime. JUST STOP.  Replace them with reusable shopping bags. Make them easier to purchase. Place them at the register or self-check-out.  Make cashiers offer them for purchase to each customer.  Retailer, it’s in your selfish best interest.  Paper and plastic bags are a store’s largest supply expense BY FAR.  Save money by NOT giving away those bags.  We can help with the transition.  A Joey Pouch on your shopping cart makes reusables easy to use.  Shoppers in our survey call the Pouch “Brilliant”. (TheJoeyPouch.com)   Retailer, are you ready to make a difference?  We are.  Let’s talk.  #supermarket #sustainability #plasticbag #paperbag #walmart #kroger #CVS #target #albertsons #aldi #lidl #wholefoodsmarket #wholefoods #sprouts #stopandshop #hannigans #market32 #wegmans #giant #gianteagle #publix no excuse for this......

Today we mark Global Recycling Day. At Kaufland, we're committed to making a positive impact on our planet by promoting sustainability and recycling practices. Here's how we're doing our part: ♻️ Recycling stations: You can find recycling stations in our stores where customers can drop off plastic, paper, glass, and other recyclables. ♻️Partnership with local suppliers, reducing the use of raw materials where possible, and incorporating the idea of recycling as early as the production stage. ♻️ Product packaging with high recyclability. ♻️ National and international cooperation for waste disposal from the environment. ♻️Investing in research and development of innovative solutions. ♻️ Recycling Initiatives: We actively support recycling initiatives in our communities, educating and engaging both employees and customers on the importance of recycling. Together, we can make greener future! #Kaufland #KauflandRomania #KauflandCSR #ImplicareaFaceDiferenta #GlobalRecyclingDay #Retail #CSR

What are we doing to create a positive impact on the environment? Located at the intersection of East and South Asia, we are at the frontier of a severe climate crisis. In the past 5 years, we have experienced consecutive droughts, and hot winter seasons have become the norm. As a leading textile service brand committed to bringing a positive impact to the supply chain, we must work with our business partners to balance production and waste. We conduct supplier audits and verify compliance from the outset to ensure our materials meet the high standards of Oeko-Tex®, Bluesign®, and GRS. We have successfully contributed to reducing energy consumption by 55.5% and carbon emissions by 42.6% for every ton of recycled yarn used in our supply chain. Is it good enough? No. We believe we can do better. Stay tuned to discover AFC's actions towards a circular business model for weaving sustainable competitiveness in the technical textile value chains. #textileinnovation #circulareconomy #netzero

Exciting News for the Wholesale Community: The Federation of Wholesale Distributors's New Sustainability Forum 🌱 At Oporteo, we're always thrilled to share initiatives that align with our commitment to sustainability and innovation within the wholesale industry. The Federation of Wholesale Distributors (FWD) has recently taken a significant step forward by launching an online Sustainability Forum to support wholesalers on their journey to net zero. 🔍 Key Highlights of the Initiative: • Quarterly Online Meetings: The forum will host quarterly sessions where members can share best practices and insights on sustainability, emphasising the collaborative effort required to tackle environmental challenges. • Expert-Led Discussions: Each meeting will be spearheaded by the sustainability consultancy 3Keel, ensuring that participants receive up-to-date, expert advice on navigating their sustainability journeys effectively. • Practical Tools and Guidance: The first meeting promises to be a hands-on experience, with a refresher on FWD's Net Zero Road Map and a tutorial on utilising a carbon calculator. This tool was designed to help wholesalers meticulously track emissions and monitor progress towards their sustainability goals. • Open to All Wholesalers: Participation is encouraged from across the sector, offering a unique opportunity for businesses of all sizes to learn, share, and implement practices that can lead to a more sustainable future. 📅 Get Involved: The creation of this forum represents a pivotal moment in the wholesale industry's path to sustainability. By fostering a space for open discussion and knowledge exchange, FWD is empowering businesses to take actionable steps towards reducing their environmental footprint. To participate, reach out to Lyndsey Cambridge at lyndsey@fwd-uk.com for more details. For more information on the forum and how to get involved, click below. #wholesale #wholesaleindustry #wholesalesector #sustainability #supplychain #wholesalers #netzeroroadmap

隨著新世代消費者對環保意識的崛起，加上香港推動管制即棄塑膠，���勵大眾選擇可重用的產品或非塑膠的替代品，香港一間飲料集團也積極配合，將深入民心的包裝大革新，推出「靚膠」樽身物料及無招紙包裝。 集團的可持續發展主管張潔儀了解消費者雖對舊包裝有情意結，但她指以環保設計（Eco-design）概念改良包裝，能提高膠樽回收率，望市民及政府支持，攜手達致「減塑」及碳中和目標。 立即了解環保包裝如何推動回收再造：https://bit.ly/3UfK2UX With the rise of environmental awareness among the new generation of consumers, and the promotion of disposable plastic product regulation in Hong Kong, encouraging the public to opt for reusable products or non-plastic alternatives, a Hong Kong beverage company also actively cooperates by introducing quality plastic bottle materials and packaging without unnecessary paper. The Head of Public Affairs, Communications and Sustainability, Suzanne Cheung, understands that although consumers may have sentimental attachments to the old packaging, she emphasizes the importance of eco-design concepts to boost the recycling rate of plastic bottles. She hopes for the support of citizens and the government in their joint efforts to achieve "plastic reduction" and carbon neutrality goals. Discover how the innovative eco-friendly beverage packaging contributes to recycling and regeneration in Hong Kong: #香港01 #HK01 #ESG #可持續發展 #走塑 #專訪

#Retail_Paper_Bags Market Expected to Grow at a notable CAGR During 2022–2030 https://lnkd.in/dr5FSZiQ Retail #paper bags is a promising market. In recent years, the use of #retail paper #bags has increased due to environmental concerns. The market is attributed to #growth based on the growing adoption of eco-friendly products, a ban on plastic, and growing plastic pollution. Attwoods Packaging Mondi Group Smurfit Kappa El Dorado Packaging Inc International Paper

Here are just some of the latest news items in the packaging world you may or may not have seen in the recent weeks, mainly focused on circularity and the environment: ‘Breakthrough’ in polypropylene recycling could boost plastic packaging circularity - https://lnkd.in/e2xnYPVH ALDI traceability scheme for flexibles - https://lnkd.in/ezDTi5Ev Is paper really better for the Earth than plastic? - https://lnkd.in/e8fZ2qAB Woolworths, Coles and Aldi to roll out soft plastics collection bins in 12 Melbourne stores - https://lnkd.in/e838NfFN Replacing Plastics with Alternatives Is Worse for Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Most Cases - https://lnkd.in/euaBXMYV Please follow for more updates like this. #circulareconomy #packaging #since1852