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𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗮 𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗡𝗚𝗢 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘁 𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗿𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗴𝗼𝗮𝗹𝘀 In a protest held outside Unilever’s Indonesia headquarters last month, Greenpeace called on Unilever to phase out multilayered disposable packaging and pivot more aggressively towards refill options. Unilever pioneered single-use #plasticsachets in Indonesia to sell its products in affordable quantities, but has not taken responsibility for their devastating #environmentalimpact, say activists. Unilever says it has cut virgin plastic use and finding alternatives to sachets “remains a priority”. https://lnkd.in/gHwS2nqp #newsthatimpacts

We're dedicated to advancing solutions that propel our country towards a circular economy. That’s why we’re encouraged to see developments such as the joint move between UNIDO and WWF South Africa to implement a five-year project to scale circular solutions for problem plastics in South Africa.  The objective is to create sustainable systems and packaging for the food and beverage industry. For instance, PET’s circularity (recycling a PET bottle into a new bottle) is a standout feature, and Petco has worked hard to facilitate its collection and recycling in South Africa. CLICK on the image below to learn more about this initiative. #CollectSortRecycle #Recycle #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #WasteManagement

Over the years, we have actively engaged in various initiatives to reduce waste to landfill as part of our commitment to environmental sustainability. As part of our Diageo 2030: Spirit of Progress agenda, we set an ambitious goal to achieve zero waste to landfill. This involves rethinking our entire waste management process to ensure that all waste generated is either reused, recycled, or composted. Most prominently, we signed an MoU with other manufacturers including Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU), Mukwano Industries U Ltd., Harris International, and Crown Beverages Limited (CBL) with the aim of establishing a Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO) in Uganda that will create a non-profit, industry-driven and financed environmental solution for post-consumer plastic bottles. Our proactive approach to waste reduction reflects our strong commitment to environmental stewardship. Through a combination of zero-waste policies, recycling programs, sustainable packaging initiatives, and community engagement, we are making significant strides in minimizing waste to landfill and promoting sustainability. These efforts not only help protect the environment but also contribute to the broader goals of sustainable development and resource conservation. #WorldEnvironmentDay2024 #UBLGrowingWithUganda DETAILS: https://lnkd.in/d6temJ73

Did you know? Indonesia’s coastal areas, home to 70% of the country’s population, are vital for marine tourism and fisheries. However, rampant plastic pollution is putting all that at risk. 🌊 🏝️ Annually, it’s causing $450 million in damage and endangering a massive $3 billion in tourism revenue. 🏡 Plastic waste in waterways, increases the risk for flooding and damages the fishing industry and community livelihood. 👩👧👦 Plus, there’s the alarming threat to human health, especially for low-income households, as plastic waste contaminates the food chain. We at PCX are excited to see more stakeholders coming together to tackle plastic pollution. If you’d like to directly support projects in Indonesia, reach out to us at info@pcxmarkets.com. It’s time to take action! #Plasticpollution #Indonesia https://lnkd.in/gq55TmNf

Tetra Pak announced findings from a survey conducted as part of its "Go Nature Go Carton” campaign. The study aimed to understand the actions taken by consumers to conserve the environment on a country level. Among the group of Saudi consumers interviewed, 63% reported that they sort plastic packages for recycling and 58% sort carton packages, while 27% used a reusable or refillable package for food and/or beverages, with 28% of the interviewed admitting to have purchased a product because it had environment friendly packaging and 25% opting for packages made from recycled materials - indicating a high level of environmental awareness and sustainable practices in the country. Read on to find more interesting insights: https://lnkd.in/gBzpTWdM

A year after I moved to Kenya in 2016, the country banned plastic, joining several other African countries including Eritrea and Rwanda in East Africa. After moving to the USA in 2022 and now living back in France, I keep wondering when these "developed countries" are going to catch up with the "developing" ones and ban plastic. I also keep wondering when our climate laws will start making the manufacturers responsible for eco-friendly production rather than relying on consumers to recycle. Here is an interesting read of the results of the "Break Free From Plastic brand audit"—a project that was launched in 2016 to hold companies accountable for plastic pollution: https://lnkd.in/eQqcicTm? It shows USA, Swiss and French companies leading the list of five companies responsible for 24 percent of the world's plastic waste: Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Nestlé, Danone, and Altria. The study published in Science Advances: https://lnkd.in/eYx6xJu4

Meet the sustainable living contributions of Tesco… enabling access to healthy and sustainably-produced food and the “#SeeingGreen Solutionist of the Day” for October 23. As one of the largest multinational grocery and general merchandise retailers, Tesco plays an important role in enabling its customers *at scale* to live more sustainably. Tesco’s product mix and pricing strategy includes affordable plant-based food products, making it accessible for customers to opt for environmentally friendly diets. Their Better Baskets campaign makes healthier, more sustainable options easier for customers to find. Tesco offers incentives through its Clubcard to help nudge the selection of eco-conscious products. In select stores, Tesco has partnered with well-known brands to provide refillable products, allowing customers to bring their own containers or purchase reusable ones to reduce plastic waste. The company offers products with sustainable certifications, such as Fairtrade and Rainforest Alliance, making it easier for customers to choose responsibly sourced goods. Tesco’s “Remove, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” packaging strategy helps customers minimize plastic waste by offering recyclable or reusable packaging options. These efforts complement Tesco’s initiatives for its own operations, including around net-zero emissions, food waste, renewable energy and more. A few select headlines as curated from my Seeing Green blog from the last year or so: - Tesco signs deal to buy enough solar energy to power 144 large stores (https://lnkd.in/gUfSP7nC)  - Tesco launches sustainable meat packaging (https://lnkd.in/gKgTCVxG) - Tesco Takes the Whole-Food Route with New Plant-Forward Private-Label Range (https://lnkd.in/g8d5NW7H) - Tesco and NatWest introduce sustainable finance scheme for farmers (https://lnkd.in/gtdq8M32) - The compostable & refillable brand Tesco is betting on (https://lnkd.in/gUMJcqcp) - Walmart, Tesco, Unilever Campaign to Minimize Food Waste (https://bit.ly/46YB8ys) In their own words: “Healthy, sustainably produced food should be accessible to everyone – whoever they are, wherever they live and whatever their budget.” Check them out here: https://lnkd.in/gvpJwBr9 Thank you Tony McElroy, Alice Ritchie, Oonagh Turnbull, James Bull, Bryony Fryers (née Waugh) and the entire Tesco team for all that you do! About the "#SeeingGreen Solutionist of the Day" This series celebrates and highlights the brands and innovators dedicated to creating a greener, more sustainable world. Each day, the series shines a spotlight on a trailblazer making significant strides in promoting eco-friendly living through innovative products, solutions and practices. Prior Solutionists can be viewed here: https://lnkd.in/gfaNKV7F #sustainability #food #grocery #sustainablefood #sustainablegrocery #greenlivingdoug

Unveiling the Truth Behind Greenwashing in Bali and indonesia PART1 Today we turn our attention to the UK-based company SYSTEMIQ.founded by executives of the consulting firm McKinsey, positioned as a major influencer in the sustainability. oversawing the Business & Sustainable Development Commission, a two-year initiative launched in 2016 by food giant Unilever &other corporations at Davos. One of the offshoots of that initiative is the Food and Land Use Coalition (FOLU), co-founded by Unilever & managed by SYSTEMIQ. FOLU has become promoter of corporate “nature-based solutions,” received substantial funding from the Norwegian government which is looking for offsets for its own oil business.This raises questions about the motivations behind their claims.shareholders include influential figures in international climate discussions such as Lord Nicholas Stern, Sir David King, Janez Potočnik, and Thomas Heller, as well as billionaires Jeremy Grantham,George Soros.. Operations in Bali mirror these global practices.presenting themselves as champions of sustainability, their initiatives often lack genuine substance. promote “nature-based solutions” that sound promising but result in minimal environmental benefits allowing corporations to continue harmful practices. Endorsed by third-party organizations that should be ensuring transparency & accountability.creating a facade of legitimacy that masks the true nature of their actions, undermining efforts by legitimate organizations striving to protect environment. partnership with the Borealis Group &the Alliance to End Plastic Waste. Borealis Group is a leading provider of innovative solutions in polyolefins, base chemicals & fertilizers.Borealis has been criticized for contributing to plastic pollution supporting the plastic industry. The Alliance to End Plastic Waste is a initiative comprising companies across the plastic value chain. While it presents itself as combating plastic waste, it has faced accusations of greenwashing. Critics argue that they are more focused on promoting plastic recycling &infrastructure that enables plastic production rather than addressing the root cause of plastic pollution their involvement with these organizations raises further concerns in their commitment. partnering with entities that have interests in the plastic industry, SYSTEMIQ’s initiatives in Bali appear increasingly superficial their partners have been supporting the plastic industry.their efforts often focus on managing waste rather than reducing plastic production.approach allowing the plastic industry to continue their damaging practices while projecting an image of stewardship. in this series, I aim to spot on the deceptive practices and call for transparency and accountability. It’s crucial that we demand more from the organizations operating in Bali to prevent the island from becoming a playground for greenwashing. #BaliExposed #BaliGreenwashingExposed #Greenwashing #Sustainability #Transparency #Bali

Just finished high energy meeting in Mexico with 20 nationalities coming together to fix our broken food & packaging systems, share top tips and steal ideas with pride. Convened by WRAP, this was the first time the 13 international Plastics Pacts run with Ellen MacArthur Foundation – and 11 Food Pacts met to develop strategies to tackle plastics pollution and address food loss & waste - and accelerate change to make circular living the norm. Such a shift is beyond any one company, or even one country. That's why collaboration is key.   The Pacts - from South Africa to Australia, Chile to Canada, bring together companies, Governments and NGOs. They are the engine rooms driving forward a new circular economy. While feeding policy options into regulations and the global inter-governmental agreements such as the stalled Global Plastics Treaty, the Pacts get behind voluntary action along the road to transformation.   Over 1500 companies across the world are active in the Pacts, following a similiar methodology of 'Target, Measure, Act'. For example, companies in the Food Pacts are aiming to halve food waste by 2030 and increase the redistribution of food. Meanwhile, through action by companies signed up to the Plastics Pacts, tens of billions of problematic or unnecessary plastic items have been eliminated while design for reusability, recyclability, and composability in practice and at scale has increased by 23%, - reducing virgin plastic by over 2.2 million tonnes so far.   Ninel Escobar of WWF México, said 'Here 38% - 58% of plastic waste is mismanaged. This requires us to work along the whole life cycle of plastic, using a systemic approach. We are pleased to join our partners to share our experiences of resolving these complex problems.”   Everyone was so passionate about ending waste and shifting to the circular economy - going into detailed technicalities, debating policy solutions or how to engage the public. Everyone is also super passionate about Mexico - the fifth most megadiverse place in the world, with special cuisine, home to the first food pact in Latin America & the latest member of the Plastics Pact network. We got so much inspiration and energy from being together – not to mention plenty of laughs and pure joy.     End Food Waste Australia The Consumer Goods Council of South Africa (CGCSA) Indonesia Business Council for Sustainable Development (IBCSD) WWF-Brasil Red BAMX Pacto por la Comida ReFED Kai Commitment New Zealand Food Waste Champions 12.3 Charitable Trust (NZFWC 12.3 Trust) Stichting Samen Tegen Voedselverspilling Pacific Coast Food Waste Commitment U.S. Food Waste Pact GreenCape South African Plastics Pact Cempre Consultoria Circula el Plástico Confederation of Indian Industry India Plastics Pact US Plastics Pact Canada Plastics Pact Kenya Plastics Pact Polish Plastics Pact Anzpac Services (Australia) Pty. Ltd Pacto de los Plásticos de México Hana Uman (she, her) Ida Posner

#Namaste #GreenWorld? #Can we call this #GreenWashing? The Alliance to End Plastic Waste (#AEPW). #AEPW #Funding Overview #Pledged: $1.5 billion over five years. #Spent: $400 million by 2020, plus $368.8 million from external investors. #Key Initiatives: $500 million Circular Plastic Fund; $36 million for Indonesia's plastic goals. #Challenges: Only 4,000 tonnes recycled (2019-2021), criticized for focusing on recycling over reducing production. Despite significant funding, progress falls short of targets, drawing criticism. 1. #Establishment: Formed in 2019 by global plastic producers including ExxonMobil, Dow, Shell, TotalEnergies, ChevronPhillips, BASF, Procter & Gamble, Mitsubishi Chemical, and others. 2. #Members and Reach: Includes over 90 companies and partners from North America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, representing countries like USA, Germany, Japan, India, Saudi Arabia, and Singapore. 3. #Original Goal: Divert 15 million tonnes of plastic waste from the environment by 2023 by improving waste collection, recycling systems, and fostering a circular economy. 4. #Progress and Achievements: #Reduced 120,000 tonnes of unmanaged plastic waste. #Valorized 130,000 tonnes of plastic into reusable materials. Initiated over 50 projects globally to address plastic pollution. 5. #Challenges: The #initial #goal was #abandoned in #YR2023, termed "too ambitious." #Recycled #only 4,000 tonnes between #YR2019 and #YR2021, significantly below the target. 6. #Criticism: Critics claim efforts focus more on promoting recycling than addressing overproduction, the root cause of plastic pollution. Environmental groups argue the Alliance has failed to match its ambitious claims with measurable impact. 7. #Key Regions of Focus: The AEPW targets 100 high-risk cities, particularly in regions like South and Southeast Asia, where plastic pollution is most severe. 8. #Outlook: The Alliance continues to emphasize collaboration and systemic change but faces skepticism over its ability to drive substantial results amidst growing environmental scrutiny. https://lnkd.in/djndHkiU