Aldi, a popular supermarket chain, has announced significant changes to its packaging in an effort to become more environmentally friendly. The company will be removing plastic windows and trays from various product lines, including Specially Selected pies, quiches, Crestwood frittatas, and pork pies. The new packaging will be made of cardboard, eliminating the need for unnecessary plastic. Aldi estimates that these changes will result in the elimination of 127 tonnes of plastic packaging per year.
These changes are part of Aldi’s ongoing commitment to sustainability. Luke Emery, the plastics and packaging director at Aldi, stated, “We are constantly reviewing ways to become a more sustainable supermarket, and reducing unnecessary plastic packaging is just another example of the progress we’re making.” The supermarket aims to make customers’ daily shopping experience more sustainable and eco-friendly.
Customers can expect to see these new packaging changes implemented starting from November 27. Additionally, Aldi’s seasonal Mini Pork Pie Selection will be trayless this holiday season. These alterations are just a few of the many steps Aldi has taken to reduce its environmental impact and develop alternative packaging solutions for its products. For instance, in August, the company began trialling the removal of pulp trays and punnets from select fruit and vegetable lines, which could potentially eliminate an additional 370 tonnes of plastic packaging annually if expanded nationwide.
Aldi’s dedication to sustainability reflects a growing trend among consumers who are increasingly conscious of environmental issues. By making these changes, Aldi is not only meeting the demands of its environmentally aware customer base but also setting an example for other retailers to follow suit in reducing plastic waste and promoting a greener approach to packaging.