Oxo-degradable plastics – why is Woolworths banning them?
Woolworths is currently phasing out oxo-degradable plastic packaging material from their products across their entire network. Last month, they announced the release of an updated preferred packaging materials list that classified all oxo-degradable material as red. Woolworths trade partner network members must now disclose and replace any products or packaging that contain oxo-degradable additives. What […]
What food businesses need to know about the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation
So much is changing in the world of plastic packaging nowadays. We’re often hearing from food production businesses that they want to do the right thing from a sustainability perspective, and even be at the forefront of change; but that they’re not sure about what realistic sustainability goals should look like, or how to achieve […]
Bioplastics aren’t ready to close the loop on the circular economy
Climate change and sustainability are at the forefront of the news cycle, Aussie boardroom agendas, and dining table conversations alike. Australians are also becoming more conscious of our plastic waste, particularly with a growing awareness that what goes in our recycling bins will mostly not be recycled – not even once. Fortunately, the way we […]
