Tetra Pak Focuses on Sustainable Business, Recycling Used Beverage Packaging

Tetra Pak Focuses on Sustainable Business, Recycling Used Beverage Packaging.

Dream - Most food and beverage companies show a commitment to reducing the use of plastic as packaging material that has been used so far. This is in line with a survey that shows that 3 out of 5 main commitments carried out by companies in conducting sustainable business are the reduction of plastic usage. UN data shows that 36% of plastic production is used for packaging. This survey conducted by Tetra Pak is related to the sustainability commitments carried out by the company currently and in the next 5-year plan.

The following is the translation of the given 'Bahasa' text to 'English' while preserving any html tags: "Survey data shows that more than 50% of companies state that consumers are one of the factors driving their efforts to implement sustainable business practices. This is in line with consumer studies related to packaging, which mention that 3 out of 4 respondents tend to purchase a product if the brand has previously discussed topics related to the environment."

"For the question 'The company's willingness to accept various changes that arise in the implementation of sustainable solutions in manufacturing or processing.' 41% answered that they accept various changes that arise and are related to costs."

Then, 36% are likely to accept various emerging changes related to cost, 10% will not or will accept, 11% are unlikely to accept, 3% definitely will not accept. Then, about 42% of consumers stated that an increase in retail prices is acceptable as long as the packaging promotes sustainability and has tangible evidence in efforts to reduce environmental impact.

Based on survey data, 77% of companies also expressed their readiness for the costs incurred in the implementation of sustainable manufacturing and processing solutions, amidst the macroeconomic challenges they face. This is in line with the results of the COP28 event, a climate change conference held recently in Dubai. It is said that businesses are committed to implementing sustainable practices, including Tetra Pak, which has initiatives to transform the food system.

Businesses that have an environmental impact have become the focus of attention today, where companies are continuously encouraged to adopt practices that decarbonize the global food system. The practice of decarbonizing the food system is estimated to increase by up to 10% in the next 5 years, reaching around 59%.

The Importance of Innovation

When asked how packaging companies can contribute, 65% of companies mentioned the importance of innovation as well as collaborative efforts in addressing climate change.

Terrynz Tan, Sustainability Director for ASEAN Tetra Pak said that the research results confirm the shift in the role of consumers or customers related to the environment. Consumers nowadays, he added, want food or beverage brands that have a positive impact on the environment. "Sustainable packaging is not just about being environmentally friendly, but an opportunity for producers to connect meaningfully with customers. By choosing renewable materials, a brand has an advantage and can attract consumers with the same environmental awareness," he explained.

Terrynz said, Tetra Pak is excited to create sustainable product packaging. "This is not just about business, but the company's commitment to responsibly produced, recyclable, and carbon-neutral packaging," said Terrynz. Meanwhile, Gilles Tisserand, Vice President of Climate & Biodiversity at Tetra Pak, said that the food and beverage industry is currently in a very important period.

By reconsidering how to run a business, it can help address the world climate and face the impacts that arise. Companies also rely on their partners to continue and even thrive in a competitive market.

"To that end, said Gilles, Tetra Pak reaffirms the company's commitment to continue innovating in order to develop various latest research, create a collaborative ecosystem, including in terms of product offerings. Our innovation is based on the values of renewable and recyclable products, ensuring decarbonization and sustainability towards the needs of packaging raw materials used. Findings such as carton packaging are considered the most supportive of sustainability by consumers, while plastic, on the other hand," he said.

He also mentioned that this indicates that the company is on the right track. In fact, the company successfully sold 46% more polymer packaging with plant-based raw materials in 2023. This figure has increased compared to 2021, which shows the commitment of the food and beverage industry to move towards sustainability.

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