{"id":1688,"date":"2024-08-19T06:09:18","date_gmt":"2024-08-19T10:09:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=1688"},"modified":"2024-08-19T06:09:18","modified_gmt":"2024-08-19T10:09:18","slug":"apco-unveils-2030-strategic-plan-for-packaging-reform","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=1688","title":{"rendered":"APCO unveils 2030 Strategic Plan for packaging reform"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Materials that are more challenging and costly to recycle will incur higher fees.\u00a0Credit: Chay_Tee via Shutterstock. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

The Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) has unveiled its 2030 Strategic Plan, marking a significant shift towards enhanced responsibility and sustainability in the packaging industry.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

The plan outlines a future where industry players will be more accountable for the recyclability of their packaging and the achievement of national targets.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The strategy introduces a novel membership fee structure designed to promote packaging material circularity and grant brands the social licence to operate in Australia.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Starting from financial year 2027, the APCO will adjust its fees based on the types and volumes of packaging introduced to the market.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Materials that are more challenging and costly to recycle will incur higher fees.\u00a0<\/p>\n

This fee model aims to encourage brand owners to minimise packaging use, implement reuse models, and switch to materials that are more readily recyclable.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

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