Meat processor embraces geothermal energy
29 August, 2022 | Supplied by: Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA)Hardwick Processors has adopted heat pump technology to reduce its reliance on natural gas for heating by 75%.
Confoil and BASF DualPakECO compostable paperboard packaging
18 August, 2022 | Supplied by: Confoil Pty LtdThe DualPakECO trays are made of lightweight paperboard and coated with BASF’s biopolymer ecovio PS 1606.
Boosting recyclability in the freezer section
12 August, 2022 | Supplied by: ParksideParkside Flexibles has provided a recyclable paper-based bag to UK supermarket Iceland for its frozen seafood.
Mondi expands capacity for sustainable pet food packaging
22 July, 2022 | Supplied by: Mondi GroupAlmost $100 million will be invested to increase capacity at three of Mondi's plants in order to meet growing demand for sustainable pet food packaging solutions.
Technology optimises renewable energy generation from malting barley bagasse by the beer industry
20 July, 2022 by Ricardo MunizAmerican and Brazilian scientists have developed an ultrasonic pre-treatment for brewer's spent grain to increase its energy-generating potential.
Partnership formed to increase ARL usage in NZ
19 July, 2022 | Supplied by: APCO Australasia HeadquartersThe APCO and the FGC will be working to increase use of the Australasian Recycling Label in New Zealand.
Ferrero Group launches Sustainability Report
18 July, 2022 | Supplied by: Ferrero GroupThe report describes how the confectionery company is implementing strategies to boost packaging recyclability and use more renewable energy.
Swiss plant to use biomass for heat generation
13 July, 2022 | Supplied by: Buhler AG Australia NZBühler will be working with Vyncke to reduce its carbon emissions by using by-products of product development for energy generation.
Food colouring in recycled bottles
11 July, 2022 | Supplied by: Berry GlobalMcCormick has worked with Berry to introduce 100% recycled plastic bottles for its food colouring range.
Growing beer bottles on trees
24 June, 2022 | Supplied by: Carlsberg GroupA recyclable fibre-based beer bottle that also keeps beer cool is now set to be trialled across eight European markets by Carlsberg.
Absolut to launch fibre-based bottle cap
24 June, 2022The vodka company is working with Blue Ocean Closures to develop a recyclable lid made from sustainable fibres.
Researchers develop spray-on food wrap
22 June, 2022An antimicrobial, plant-based food wrap has been developed to replace plastic, enhance protection and reduce spoilage.
Recycled plastic wine bottle launches in Australia
22 June, 2022The bottle is made entirely of recycled plastics and its slimmer, lighter design can help to reduce shipping costs and emissions.
Walki recyclable material for frozen food segment
14 June, 2022 | Supplied by: BJ Ball PapersThe Walki range of recyclable solutions for frozen food packaging includes WalkiEVO Seal and WalkiOpti Seal, Lamibel MDO-PE, and WalkiPack Tray.
A packaging sea-change
10 June, 2022A yoghurt company is using plastic that has been recycled from the ocean for its containers.
