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Sustainability

Recycled KitKat packaging hits shelves in Australian trial
Recycled plastic is being used in packaging for a limited run of KitKat 4 Finger bars.

Recycled KitKat packaging hits shelves in Australian trial

A limited run of KitKat 4 Finger bars is now available across Australia in packaging made from locally produced recycled polypropylene (PP). The trial between Viva Energy and Nestlé is testing the conversio...
Supply certainty is reshaping packaging procurement decisions
Frugalpac’s paper bottles gain traction in California
Why Australia’s appetite for authentic Italian food continues to grow
CDS Vic partners with Foodbank Victoria to fund food relief

Sustainability Archives

A logo of Dupont at the company’s booth at the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE)

3M, DuPont prosecuted over toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in consumer goods

The state's Attorney General Letitia James accused the companies of hiding the risks of chemicals from the public for de...
Steinlager

Steinlager pilots digital returnable bottle system

The initiative modernises New Zealand's Swappa Crate system by removing the traditional bottle deposit.

Can food date labels reduce waste? Nestlé launches Australia pilot

Nestlé is launching the 'Sniff, Look, Taste' on-pack date-labelling pilot in Australia.
RMIT Food Innovation Hub

RMIT launches new hub to boost healthier food systems

The Hub reflects RMIT’s strategy to deliver research with real-world impact for industry, people and communities.
Beanless Coffee

Coca-Cola joins ‘beanless coffee’ foray in Japan

According to World Coffee Research, climate change could halve the land suitable for growing Arabica coffee by 2050.
Recyclable Trash with Plastic Glass Bottles and Papers

Australians demand tougher packaging laws, want brands to cut waste

The findings highlight growing frustration with Australia's recycling system.
beer waste

Beer waste finds new life as plastic-free leather alternative

Arda Biomaterials has created a material called New Grain by transforming brewer's spent grain, into soft, durable leath...
WML Paperboard

Packaging built for brand success

Packaging is one of the most visible expressions of a brand's identity, quality positioning, and values.
Pams Seafood

Pams seafood completes shift to responsible sourcing

"Our work isn't done," retailer declares.
The coffee cups, pictured, were called "unnecessary"

Australia’s ‘worst packaging’ award slams plastic coffee cans

The cans in question represents “everything that’s problematic with packaging in Australia”.
AI Sensors

AI sensors are providing fresh solutions to the food waste challenge

Researchers said the technology could help businesses identify spoilage before products are unnecessarily discarded.
No Wrap

Frank Green founder wants to make pallet plastic wrap extinct

No Wrap is a reusable pallet securing system that replaces plastic wrap with modular corner brackets.
Australian wheat farm at sunset.

Australia’s looming wheat shortfall could have global repercussions

Farmers are cutting wheat plantings and fertiliser use as the Iran war drives up costs and dry weather worsens condition...

Mars reduces plastic packaging for Pringles Minis by 10 per cent

The company says the initiative is projected to save approximately 30.7 metric tonnes of virgin plastic per year.
Blister Pack Sorting

Pharmacycle achieves recycling milestone

The milestone reflects increasing participation across the healthcare and retail ecosystem.