Posts tagged "Why is sustainable packaging important?"

A tax on plastic packaging, similar to those implemented in the European Union, could solve the nation's waste issue while also raising $1.46 billion.

With consumers putting increasing demand on businesses to address environmental concerns, limiting the harmful effects of product packaging is an easy way for small businesses to show off their environmental credentials. Not only does it contribute to the global effort to reduce waste and emissions, having sustainable packaging can drive up sales and build brand loyalty.

Mars Wrigley Australia has confirmed it is focusing on transitioning its entire Australian-made chocolate bar portfolio to paper-based packaging.

A compostable cling-wrap alternative for cucumbers developed by Adelaide manufacturer BioBags is generating interest from Qatar and South Africa.