Nestlé's soft plastic recycling trial to begin on NSW Central Coast
08 September, 2020Nestlé and iQ Renew's soft plastic recycling trial is set to commence with 2000 households on the NSW Central Coast.
Victorian meat processor installs cogen to cut emissions
07 September, 2020 | Supplied by: Simons Green EnergyMeat processor Greenham has installed a cogeneration system at its Tongala plant with an aim to reduce operating carbon emissions.
17 sustainability intiative stories with new wine range
02 September, 2020Australian winemaker De Bortoli Wines has launched a range of three sustainably produced wines under its new label, 17 TREES.
Seafood supplier achieves oceans of savings with freezer tech
14 August, 2020 | Supplied by: Schneider ElectricA Brisbane-based fish importer and retailer has reduced its energy consumption and bills with a smart solution for its freezer room.
KHS Group returnable PET bottle
07 August, 2020 | Supplied by: KHS Pacific Pty LtdThe KHS Group has developed a lightweight, returnable PET container with a 35% recyclate content.
$45 million plant to close the loop on PET packaging recycling
05 August, 2020Pact Group Holdings, Cleanaway Waste Management and Asahi Beverages have entered into a joint venture, to construct a PET recycling site in Albury/Wodonga.
Bio-Gone biodegradable rubbish bags
01 August, 2020 | Supplied by: BiogoneBio-Gone Plastics have developed landfill-biodegradable and home-compostable rubbish bags that come in a range of sizes and are AS5810 certified.
Could seaweed reduce methane emissions from cows?
21 July, 2020 | Supplied by: Fonterra Brands Australia Pty LtdFonterra has partnered with Sea Forest to see if using seaweed in cows' feed can reduce emissions from commercial dairy herds.
Paper bottles: the future of beverage packaging?
17 July, 2020Diageo will debut a plastic-free, paper-based bottle for Johnnie Walker in early 2021, with PepsiCo to follow suit with a recyclable paper bottle.
McCain constructs renewable energy system in Ballarat facility
15 July, 2020 | Supplied by: McCain Foods (Aust) Pty LtdMcCain Foods has commenced construction on a behind-the-meter renewable energy system in Ballarat, forecast to reduce CO2 emissions by 27,000 tonnes per year.
Lund University, Tetra Pak sign 5-year partnership agreement
08 July, 2020 | Supplied by: Tetra PakLund University and Tetra Pak will collaborate to create new industry–academia development opportunities, addressing areas like circular and bio-based economies.
Sweet treats to be made using 100% renewable energy
30 June, 2020 | Supplied by: Mondelez InternationalMondelēz plans to switch to using 100% renewable energy at two of its Melbourne factories that make Cadbury, The Natural Confectionery Company and Pascall treats.
Tetra Pak commits to net zero GHG emissions by 2050
17 June, 2020 | Supplied by: Tetra PakTetra Pak has pledged to achieve net zero emissions across its value chain by 2050 and net zero GHG emissions across its own operations by 2030.
Unilever targets net zero emissions from its products by 2039
17 June, 2020 | Supplied by: Unilever AustraliaUnilever has pledged to reach net-zero emissions for products by 2039, supported by a new Climate & Nature Fund, as part of its sustainability commitments.
Woolworths reduces plastic packaging for fruits and vegies
10 June, 2020Woolworths has introduced a range of initiatives to reduce plastic packaging across its fruits and vegetables, reaffirming its commitment to a greener future.
