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

Pact Group CEO and managing director Sanjay Dayal has advised the board that he intends to leave the company, with an executive search now under way for his successor.

With a Commonwealth packaging scheme ruled out this term, pressure is building ahead of the 18 September Environment Ministers Meeting, as industry, recyclers and environmental groups demand clarity on what meaningful national reform can still be delivered – and when.

APCO has released a nine-point Policy Platform proposing national settings for packaging design, labelling, recycled content and producer fees, as governments consider what reform can proceed under the existing framework.