Monday, January 27, 2025

APCO report highlights progress and challenges in Australia’s packaging recycling goals

The Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) has released its 2022-23 Australian Packaging Consumption and Recovery Data Report, presenting a detailed overview of the nation's progress toward achieving a circular economy for packaging. 

Water-free toilet system arrives in Australia to enhance hygiene and hygiene

Clesana Australia has launched its first mobile water-free toilet with a welded sanitary bag system, aimed at reducing odour and eliminating direct handling of human waste. 

ARENA targets aviation emissions with major SAF dev’t projects

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced $14.1 million in funding for two projects under its Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) Funding Initiative aimed at reducing emissions in the aviation sector. 

Organics recycling facility to bolster sustainability in Tamworth

Tamworth is set to gain a state-of-the-art Organics Recycling Facility (ORF) that aims to meet the region’s community and agricultural needs while aligning with New South Wales’ mandate to recycle organic material by 2030.

New upgrade simplifies recycling in Narrandera

The Return and Earn program has introduced an innovative “takes all” trial at the Narrandera Recycling Return and Earn machine, eliminating the need for pre-sorting eligible drink containers. 

Detmold Group rolls out new sustainability goals

The Detmold Group has announced new global Sustainability Goals, including expanded aims to source more forest-certified fibre, boost recyclable content in products, maximise recycling and trash diversion, and source more renewable electricity.

NSW’s Return and Earn marks 12.5B containers recycled since launch

NSW’s flagship drink container recycling initiative, Return and Earn, is celebrating its seventh anniversary, highlighting its environmental and social achievements since its inception in December 2017. 

Amcor, Kolon Industries join forces to develop recycled and renewable packaging materials

Amcor has announced a strategic partnership with Kolon Industries to develop and commercialize sustainable polyester materials for packaging. 

BioPak launches ‘Give Back Friday’ to raise funds for rainforest restoration

BioPak has launched its 'Give Back Friday' initiative, combining Black Friday discounts with charitable donations to support environmental conservation.

Ego transitions QV tubes to recyclable packaging

As National Recycling Week begins, Ego Pharmaceuticals is amplifying its sustainability efforts by transitioning its iconic QV tube products to recyclable packaging, a move set to save approximately 18 tonnes of waste from landfill annually. 
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