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General
Interesting Insights from the latest Better Futures Report
Earlier this year an updated "Better Futures" report was published by Kantar. If you have never heard of this report, we like to think of it as a pulse check on what and how New Zealander's think about all things sustainable, environmental, economic and everything in...
Retail
Is Recyclable Packaging the Best Option for E-commerce? (Pros & Cons Explained)
In today’s eco-conscious market, customers are looking beyond product quality—they're paying attention to the packaging too. With e-commerce booming and packages flying out daily, the question arises: is recyclable packaging the best route for online businesses? Let’s...
Waste
Kerbside Food Scrap Collection Scrapped – What’s Next for Kiwi Households?
Late last year, the New Zealand Government made waves by walking back its plans to mandate kerbside food scrap collections for households. Instead, it's now up to individual councils to decide whether or not they want to offer the service. So… what does this really...
Food
How Food Brands Can Cut Costs and Go Green with Smarter Packaging
Why Sustainable Food Packaging Matters (for Your Wallet and the Planet) Sustainable food packaging isn’t just a trendy buzzword. It's a business-smart strategy that helps brands cut costs, reduce waste, and meet consumer demand for greener options. Plus, regulators...
Industrial
Embrace a Greener Future: Tips for Plastic Free July 2024
Plastic Free July is a global movement that encourages individuals and communities to reduce their plastic consumption for a cleaner planet. This initiative, which began in 2011, has grown into a worldwide effort involving millions of participants. By joining Plastic...
Medical
Sustainable Packaging in the Medical Industry: Key Challenges and Innovative Solutions
The push toward sustainability has impacted nearly every industry, and healthcare is no exception. But when it comes to the medical field, going green presents a unique set of hurdles. Packaging in this sector must not only protect the product but also ensure the...
Special Addition
Interview with a Sustainability Leader: Trends, Challenges, and the Future of Packaging
We sat down with Michael Basagre, our sales and sustainability manager and a leader in the sustainable packaging sector. With over 14 years in the packaging industry, Michael Basagre has navigated through various roles from manufacturing to sales and marketing,...
In The News
Hi-Tech Packaging Ltd input on sustainable packaging in Stuff News
Stuff.co.nz Article: Edible cups, paperboard booze bottles and other wacky sustainable packaging“I have seen a massive shift over the last two-to-three years where brands, consumers, manufacturers, and government agencies have come together to actively solve some of...
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