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sustainability

sustainability Archives

Mars switches to wind energy in Mexico

Mars says it will soon convert to clean energy in Australia.

Coca-Cola Amatil’s energy target on track

Beverage boss urges manufacturers to take a fresh look at low-carbon and renewable options.

Poll: What is your business doing to further improve its sustainability initiatives?

We’ve made a good start, but experts warn it may not be enough.

Calling on FMCG businesses: you need a long-term approach to sustainability

Environmentalist says we've made a good start, but it's not enough.

Coca-Cola to make all small bottles from recycled plastic by end of 2019

Beverage giant also aims to collect and recycle as many bottles and cans as it sells globally each year by 2030.

Woolworths becomes first supermarket globally to issue ‘green bonds’

The retailer will allow investors to support projects that help the environment.

Jaden Smith’s Just Water launches in Australia

Eco-friendly water brand takes on plastic bottles at Woolworths and 7-Eleven.

Smarties, Nesquik and Yes! packaging soon to be plastic-free

Nestlé is axing straws and working on biodegradable water bottles in drive to reduce plastic waste.

Coca-Cola Amatil cans plastic straws and stirrers

The beverage bottler will now stock fully recyclable and biodegradable straws.

Kellogg’s turns leftover cornflakes into beer

The aptly-named Throw Away IPA is made from upcycled cornflakes.

Fonterra amps up plans for sustainability

Dairy cooperative plans to focus on nutrition, community and the environment.

Woolworths takes action on sustainable seafood

WWF will assess its own brand seafood and implement traceability standards.

Corona trials plastic-free six pack rings

The rings are made from plant-based biodegradable fibers and compostable materials.

Pod & Parcel introduces compostable coffee pods

The pods are made from corn starch and sugar cane composite.

Consumers not making sustainable seafood choices

Only nine per cent of those who consume seafood regularly buy eco-labelled products.

Fonterra cuts carbon emissions at Brightwater plant

The dairy giant saw public pressure to cut the use of coal boilers for drying milk.

Procter & Gamble tackles important global issues

Clean water, gender equality and plastic waste are top items in latest CSR Report.

First ‘Coles Local’ store opens in Melbourne

The new store features a new own brand convenience range as well as a food waste digester.

Container Refund Scheme hailed a sustainable success

Queensland became the latest state in Australia to introduce a refund scheme.

US couple’s alternative to the “bag for life”

The pair are in talks with the "big two" about introducing it to stores.