Aldi Australia backs Global Plastics Treaty
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ALDI Australia has joined over 80 global businesses in endorsing the call for a global plastics treaty to end plastic pollution.
The Business Coalition for a Global Plastics Treaty, which also includes financial institutions, and non-governmental organizations, is pushing for the development of a legal UN treaty to end plastic pollution, calling for “an ambitious and effective global agreement to accelerate progress towards a circular economy in which plastic never becomes waste or pollution.”
Aldi joins Ikea, Walmart, and the below companies in the coalition.
ALDI Australia says this cements its commitment to sustainable business operations.
“As one of Australia’s largest grocery retailers, we understand the important role we play in reducing our use of plastic and introducing more sustainable packaging within our own supply chains at a local and business level,” said ALDI Australia’s Director Corporate Responsibility, Daniel Baker.
“The plastics crisis doesn’t stop at our shores or even our oceans. This is a global challenge that needs a cohesive response and having a United Nations treaty with businesses worldwide is essential to help solve this global crisis together.”
Questions & Answers
Q.What is the primary goal of the global plastics treaty being endorsed?
What is the primary goal of the global plastics treaty being endorsed?
The treaty aims to accelerate progress towards a circular economy. Its objective is to ensure that plastic never becomes waste or pollution, ultimately working to end plastic pollution globally. This initiative is being pushed by a business coalition.
Q.Which other well-known businesses have joined Aldi in endorsing the treaty?
Which other well-known businesses have joined Aldi in endorsing the treaty?
Ikea and Walmart are also part of the Business Coalition for a Global Plastics Treaty. This coalition includes over 80 global businesses, along with financial institutions and non-governmental organisations, working towards a unified goal.
Q.What specific actions does Aldi Australia believe it needs to take regarding plastic?
What specific actions does Aldi Australia believe it needs to take regarding plastic?
Aldi Australia recognises its role in reducing plastic use. It also aims to introduce more sustainable packaging within its own supply chains, operating at both a local and broader business level to achieve these goals.
Q.Who commented on Aldi Australia's commitment to the global plastics treaty?
Who commented on Aldi Australia's commitment to the global plastics treaty?
Daniel Baker, ALDI Australia’s Director Corporate Responsibility, provided comments. He emphasised the global nature of the plastics crisis and the need for a cohesive response involving businesses worldwide to find solutions.
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