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PepsiCo South Africa and Standard Bank partner on sustainability initiatives

  PepsiCo South Africa has partnered with Standard Bank on a sustainability-linked working capital facility to support its renewable energy commitments and local procurement initiatives. This collaboration aligns with PepsiCo’s global sustainability agenda, focusing on energy-efficient manufacturing and renewable electricity.   PepsiCo, a leading global food and beverage company, operates in over 200 countries. In …

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Tetra Pak collaborates with Mengniu Group on limited edition Milk Range featuring iconic art

  Tetra Pak and Mengniu Group have introduced a limited edition Milk Deluxe Pure Milk range, showcasing 30 designs featuring masterpieces from Van Gogh and Monet. Packaged in Tetra Prisma® Aseptic 250 Edge cartons with DreamCap™ 26 closure, this special edition is available to consumers across Greater China, both online and in stores, through a …

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Gaia Biomaterials introduces advanced compostable drinking straw material

  Gaia Biomaterials, a Swedish bioplastics company, has announced the development of a new compostable drinking straw material designed to address longstanding consumer concerns. The innovative material, derived from the company’s limestone-based Biodolomer, promises stability, rigidity, and heat resistance, making it suitable for a wide range of beverages, including hot drinks like Irish Coffee and …

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Capri-Sun launches recyclable 330ml pouches with innovative lid design

  Capri-Sun has unveiled its latest innovation in sustainable packaging with the introduction of recyclable 330-milliliter pouches featuring an integrated lid. This development aligns with the latest EU directive on packaging sustainability.   The new pouches are crafted from recyclable mono-material polypropylene, enhancing their recyclability and enabling easier disposal in dedicated recycling systems. The innovative …

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Krones Recycling launched as independent subsidiary

  Krones Recycling GmbH, under the management of Dr. Michael Gotsche, began operations on 1 July 2024 with headquarters in Flensburg. The new company assumes all activities related to plastics recycling while continuing to leverage Krones’ global production, sales, and service network.   This spin-off underscores the growing importance of the recycling sector and Krones …

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Wimbledon and Evian reflect on sustainability achievements at 2024 Championships

  The All England Club and The Championships, Wimbledon, have completed another successful tournament, marked by significant strides towards environmental sustainability. Acknowledging the influential role of major sporting events in environmental protection, Wimbledon aims to lead by example in fostering a positive environmental impact.   Wimbledon’s Sustainability Achievements During the 2024 Championships, Wimbledon demonstrated its …

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Coca-Cola unveils new global campaign “It’s Magic When the World Comes Together”

  Coca-Cola has launched a new global campaign titled “It’s Magic When the World Comes Together” ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Announced on July 8, the campaign emphasizes cross-cultural connections anticipated at the global sporting event.   Central to the campaign is a commercial celebrating iconic Olympic and Paralympic moments. Olympic …

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Crown Holdings leads Sustainalytics’ Containers & Packaging category in Sustainability Performance

  In the latest ESG Risk Rating by Sustainalytics, Crown Holdings, Inc. has emerged as the top performer in the Containers & Packaging category. The assessment, which evaluates corporate sustainability across various metrics, places Crown ahead of 105 peer organizations. Notably, Crown is among the mere 3% of over 16,200 assessed companies to achieve an …

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Refreshed summer-themed connected packaging enhances consumer engagement

  Appetite Creative, in collaboration with Tetra Pak, has launched an updated smart packaging experience aimed at enhancing consumer engagement for a leading European fruit juice producer. This innovative campaign, now in its third iteration due to popular demand, introduces a vibrant summer drinks theme, offering new recipes tailored to individual tastes and preferences.   …

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Carrefour promotes Plastic Free July with sustainable initiatives

  Carrefour, operated exclusively by Majid Al Futtaim in the UAE, is marking Plastic Free July by encouraging the adoption of sustainable alternatives across its stores. Starting July 3, the retailer will eliminate all plastic bags every Wednesday, coinciding with International Plastic Bag Free Day.   As part of this initiative, Carrefour is offering customers …

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