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Plastic Straw-Free Juice Packaging

Aldi Has Removed Plastic Straws from Drink Cartons in the UK

— March 31, 2021 — Eco
Aldi has announced the removal of plastic straws in all of its own-label drink cartons in a bid to help reduce unnecessary materials and put a more eco-friendly foot forward. The cartons will now feature a fully recyclable paper straw that is made using FSC-certified cardboard, which will reportedly remove 70 million straws from circulation or more than 100 tonnes of non-recyclable plastic per year. The announcement comes as one of many changes the brand is making in an effort to cut its plastic use in half by the end of 2025.

Plastics and Packaging Director at Aldi UK Richard Gorman spoke on the new drink cartons straws saying, "Removing plastic straws from own-brand drinks cartons is another step in our journey to reducing plastic packaging across our products. Our customers want environmentally-friendly products, and plastic straws are one thing, in particular, that people want to move away from to help make a difference.”
Trend Themes
1. Plastic-free Packaging - A trend towards reducing unnecessary materials and increasing eco-friendliness in packaging design.
2. Sustainable Materials - A growing trend towards implementing sustainable materials and reducing waste in product design.
3. Eco-friendly Alternatives - A trend towards finding and implementing environmentally-friendly alternatives to traditional materials and packaging options.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - Industry leaders in the food and beverage industry are exploring sustainable materials and packaging solutions in response to consumer demand for eco-friendly options.
2. Retail - Retailers have an opportunity to differentiate themselves by offering products with eco-friendly packaging, as consumers increasingly seek out sustainable options.
3. Packaging Manufacturing - Innovations in the manufacturing process and materials used for packaging are creating opportunities for companies to offer sustainable solutions that reduce waste and improve environmental impact.
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