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Recycled Dairy Shipping Crates

Arla Has Announced Recycled Plastic Milk Crates to Cut Emissions

— September 25, 2019 — Eco
The Arla recycled plastic milk crates have been announced by the brand as a new initiative that will be rolled out in Denmark next year to help curb emissions. 300,000 of the 100% recycled crates will be introduced into the brands distribution system, which will eliminate the need for virgin plastic materials and contribute towards the company's commitment to becoming carbon neutral by 2050.

The crates are crafted from recycled plastic from the automotive industry and is expected to reduce CO2 emissions by at least 30% in the first year alone.

Head of Arla Denmark Jakob B. Knuden spoke about the new recycled plastic milk crates saying, "We’re very devoted to making our dairy products more sustainable, and climate friendly packaging is a central part of the solution. We’re of course aiming to produce as few new milk crates as possible, but when new ones are needed, it’s important for us to make the greenest choice even though it means we have to go with a darker look.”
Trend Themes
1. Recycled Plastic Packaging - Incorporating recycled plastic materials in packaging to reduce emissions and promote sustainability.
2. Carbon Neutrality Commitment - Setting goals and implementing initiatives to become carbon neutral by 2050 in order to mitigate climate change.
3. Circular Economy Initiatives - Implementing practices and systems that promote the reuse and recycling of materials to reduce waste and emissions.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage Packaging - Opportunity for the food and beverage industry to adopt recycled plastic packaging solutions to reduce their carbon footprint.
2. Sustainable Supply Chains - Opportunity for companies to optimize their supply chains by incorporating circular economy practices and utilizing recycled materials.
3. Automotive Manufacturing - Opportunity for the automotive industry to collaborate with other sectors by supplying recycled plastic materials for packaging and other applications.
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