The Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) and the Packaging Forum have announced a new trans-Tasman partnership aimed at ensuring more soft plastics are collected and recycled.
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Two new members appointed to APCO Board of Directors
The Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) has appointed its Board of Directors for 2021, welcoming industry leaders spanning the waste and recycling, packaging, food and beverage and sustainability sectors.
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APCO Awards recognise sustainable packaging excellence
Sustainable packaging innovation, commitment and ingenuity were celebrated this week at the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation’s (APCO) Annual Awards ceremony.
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New report outlines opportunities for recycled content procurement
The Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) has published a new report to help increase government procurement of recycled content materials.
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Product Stewardship Fund backs two new APCO projects
APCO has received the go-ahead for two new plastic packaging projects under the Federal Government’s Product Stewardship Investment Fund.
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Finalists announced for 2020 APCO awards
This year, 45 organisations from across nine industry sectors have been recognised for their sustainable packaging innovation and leadership, including their dedication to meeting the 2025 National Packaging Targets.
APCO launches new monitoring program to track 2025 progress
The Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) has released a new program that maps the framework for measuring Australia’s progress towards the 2025 National Packaging Targets.
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Progress to 2025 continues: APCO
Despite the challenges of 2020, Australia has continued to deliver impressive gains on its journey to delivering the 2025 National Packaging Targets, writes APCO CEO Brooke Donnelly.
APCO pursues federal product stewardship accreditation
The Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) is pursuing accreditation under the Federal Government’s revamped product stewardship legislation.
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APCO and Planet Ark launch Check It! Before You Chuck It campaign
Check It! Before You Chuck It, a two-year national campaign to educate Australians about sustainable packaging and inspire positive recycling behaviours, has launched today.
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