Birds Eye commits to sustainable packaging with PCR materials
In a move for sustainable packaging in Australia's freezer aisles, Birds Eye, the nation's most iconic freezer-aisle brand, has incorporated Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) material into its packaging, starting with plastic steam bags.
BioPak unveils Australia’s first home-compostable PHA cups
Global sustainable packaging leader BioPak has launched its innovative home-compostable cups made from polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA).
Aussie local manufacturer launches certified flushable wet wipes
The Hygiene Co, a local manufacturer has unveiled the first Australian Made certified flushable wet wipes.
Australia’s ports pioneer new recycling effort for international ships
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) and the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) are conducting a trial to bolster recycling efforts for international ships docking at Australian ports.
PakTech launches local manufacturing in Australia, teams up with Endeavour Group for recycling drive
PakTech, a provider of 100 per cent recycled and recyclable multipack packaging solutions, has teamed up with Endeavour Group and the commencement of its local manufacturing operations in Australia.
Coles introduces recyclable paper bag packaging for Mandarins
As the colder months approach and mandarins become a seasonal favourite, Coles has made a sustainable switch by replacing plastic net bags with 100 per cent recyclable paper packaging for its Unique Selection mandarins.
Xefco raises $10.5M to drive sustainability in fashion industry
Xefco, the pioneering sustainable manufacturing tech company, has announced a substantial fundraising round of AUD 10.5 million.
Victoria boosts battery recycling with $3.5M investment
Minister for Environment Steve Dimopoulos has unveiled two projects that have been allocated a total of $3.5 million to establish lithium-ion processing and recycling facilities.
Engineers Australia lauds circular economy initiatives for sustainability
Engineers Australia has applauded the Australian Government's release of the Circular Economy Ministerial Advisory Group (CEMAG) Interim Report and the Environmentally Sustainable Procurement Policy (ESPP) as significant milestones.
Aussie manufacturers embrace sustainable practices with new policy
The Australian Government has unveiled its inaugural national Environmentally Sustainable Procurement Policy to stimulate robust demand for recycled goods, curtail waste generation, and propel the nation's manufacturing sector towards a circular economy model.