Woolworths launches recyclable meat trays
22 September, 2020Woolworths has launched recyclable paper meat trays across a selection of its own-brand beef nationally as it looks to introduce more sustainable packaging.
Fonterra goes full steam ahead on pellet fuel
21 September, 2020New Zealand dairy cooperative Fonterra is set to go full steam ahead on wood pellets at its Te Awamutu site, with commissioning underway.
Nestlé invests $30m to fund recycling plastics
17 September, 2020Nestlé is set to invest US$30 million in a PE fund to help upgrade US recycling infrastructure and secure access to food-grade recycled plastics.
A sea change – from biowaste to dietary protein
14 September, 2020As the demand for dietary proteins grows, Flinders University researchers are looking at sustainable new ways to cash in on biowaste, algal biomass and even beached seaweed.
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.
