Our R³ Packaging Framework is based on the three pillars of Redesign, Recycle and Reimagine:
- Redesign: Reducing unnecessary packaging and removing all non-recyclable components;
- Recycle: Helping ensure our packaging is recycled as much as possible. One of the ways we do this is through application of the ARL on our packaging; and
- Reimagine: Finding new ways to reuse materials.
The framework helps ensure a systematic approach is used across our business to drive continuous progress. This includes a dedicated sustainable packaging team to provide expertise, drive sustainable packaging outcomes through the product development process, conduct packaging reviews and ongoing engagement with our suppliers and team members.
Here
is a recent example of our R³ Packaging Framework in action.
More information on some of our key achievements to drive sustainable packaging can be found in the
Coles Sustainability ReportSustainability Report, View PDF, file size 7.1MB.
Partnership with Planet Ark
Coles has partnered with leading environmental not-for-profit, Planet Ark, to help further our efforts to reduce food waste and packaging, and to tackle the challenge of plastic waste and recycling.
We are working with Planet Ark on a range of waste reduction and recycling initiatives, including during National Recycling Week and the School Recycle Right Challenge, of which Coles is the major sponsor.
Australasian Recycle Label (ARL)
Coles has added the Australasian Recycle Label (ARL) to the packaging artwork across all Own Brand products*. The ARL provides Australians with easy-to-understand recycling information that helps to remove confusion at the recycling bin, save time for users and reduce the amount of waste going to landfill.
![Australasian Recycle Label](/FormBuilder/_Resource/_module/ir5sKeTxxEOndzdh00hWJw/images/alr-logos.png)
* To avoid waste, some items without the ARL may still appear in stores until sold.