Packaging
The Power of Collaboration: AIP and APCO Join Forces
Under this agreement, the two peak bodies have formed a strategic partnership that aims to improve packaging and sustainability knowledge in the Australia and New Zealand region. It will provide proof points for sustainability professionals regarding their packaging and sustainability credentials. This will be achieved through AIP facilitation and delivery of APCO focused educational courses […]
5 TAKEAWAYS | Compostables: A national, coordinated approach
Compostable packaging consists of plant-based, recyclable materials, meaning it is made, disposed of and breaks down in a more environmentally-friendly manner than traditional plastic packaging.
5 TAKEAWAYS | Finding the balance between the 2025 Packaging Targets and 2030 Food Waste Targets: From a Packaging Perspective
The 2025 Global and Local Packaging Targets and 2030 Food Waste Targets are fast approaching, what can we do to meet them?
APCO receive Federal Government backing for new sustainable plastic packaging projects
Two new Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) projects have been funded and given the green light by the Australian Federal Government under their Product Stewardship Investment Fund.
Is save food packaging the answer to the food waste problem?
Food waste in Australia is now a whopping $20 billion problem for our country, with 34% (2.5 million tonnes) of food waste occurring in the household and 31% (2.3 million tonnes) in primary production.
No microplastics left behind with new home compostable wrap
Local Adelaide manufacturer BioBag World Australia have created a new clear, certified home compostable mailing film for Direct Mail Centre of Australia.
Combating Compost Confusion
Peak industry bodies recently collaborated on cutting the confusion over compostable plastic packaging, easing consumer pressure on brands.
Benchmarking for 2025 National Packaging Targets
In response to China’s National Sword, Australia’s Government’s agreed to establish a sustainable path for Australia’s recyclable waste. With regards to packaging, Ministers agreed to reduce the amount of waste generated, to make it easier to recycle products and set a target to make 100% of packaging in Australia reusable, recyclable or compostable by 2025.
AWRE have committed to cutting the rubbish by recycling takeaway cups and lids with RecycleMe™
In April 2018 the Australian Government announced the Towards 2025 agenda, legislating all single-use packaging needs to be reusable, recyclable or compostable. Globally governments are moving at various speeds, however there is consistent and growing pressure from community and consumer groups to reduce the impact of packaging products ending up as litter or landfill.
Benchmarking for National Packaging Targets
Product packaging plays an important role in the food services sector. It helps to maintain the quality and safety of ingredients and products as they are delivered to restaurants, cafes and other food outlets. It also provides a convenient way for customers to ‘take-away’ and consume the food that they purchase.