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Scientists have found a cheaper, more sustainable material to be used for plastic bottles, food packaging
Recycled polypropylene can be a viable alternative for companies looking to meet environmental objectives without increasing costs.
McDonald’s, Post Holdings join program to support supplier sustainability efforts
The Guidehouse-organized program supports suppliers of partner companies in their climate goals and efforts.
Nestlé comes out on top in coffee sustainability rankings
The company placed first in the 2023 Coffee Brew Index for its "cohesive and comprehensive" coffee sustainability strategy.
Mars invests $1 billion to slash 50% emissions by 2030
This is part of the company's Net Zero Roadmap, which aims to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.
Nestlé launches pilot program to create a low-carbon fertilizer out of cocoa shells
If successful, the project could produce up to 7,000 tons of sustainable fertilizer for farmers in Nestlé UK’s wheat supply chain.
Encouraging food delivery customers to skip cutlery can dramatically decrease plastic waste
A Chinese study shows that “green nudges” can increase the frequency of no-cutlery orders by 648% and prevent 3.26 million metric tons of plastic waste.
Edible, transparent and biodegradable: A new alternative to plastic food packaging
Researchers at The Chinese University of Hong Kong have developed a new sustainable packaging material out of soy protein isolate.
TreeHouse Foods sets ESG goals to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030
Other targets include lowering water usage, cutting food loss and waste, and having 100% of packaging be recyclable, reusable or compostable.
Albertsons focuses on lowering carbon emissions, tackling food waste in 2023 ESG report
The grocery giant is taking significant steps through its Recipe for Change framework, which outlines strategies and goals to facilitate positive impact.
New Deakin University packaging prototype extends product shelf life, maintains food safety
Deakin University researchers are utilizing native Australian essential oils to develop a prototype for antimicrobial food packaging, combating food wastage and illness.
