Taking the first step: Episode 3

One of the biggest roadblocks for many SMEs when it comes to reducing their environmental footprint is taking the first step. In this video series, we're following cracker company, Kurrajong Kitchen, as it works with Calyx, a leader in databased sustainability insights for food supply chains, to map the carbon, water, and biodiversity footprint of its new product, Oaklees.

In this episode, Lauren presents the findings with some surprising and encouraging revelations. 

 

Packaging News

Australia's environment ministers have declared packaging reform urgent and named soft plastics as an initial priority, but offered no firm timetable or regulatory commitments. SPSA has welcomed the soft plastics focus, while Boomerang Alliance and WMRR have raised concerns about the lack of concrete action.

Economic analysis commissioned by SPSA estimates national recycling reforms could deliver up to $278m in net productivity gains and stimulate up to $2.6b in capital investment each year.

A cross-sector open letter is urging national leaders to agree on a pathway for regulated producer responsibility schemes at the September Environment Ministers Meeting.