Aldi has announced significant changes aimed at reducing its plastic footprint, as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance environmental sustainability.
The supermarket chain will remove unnecessary plastic packaging from several of its savoury goods lines. Specifically, the company will replace plastic windows with cardboard packaging for its Specially Selected pies and quiches, introduce cardboard packaging for Crestwood frittatas and quiches, and eliminate plastic trays from Crestwood twin slices and pork pies. This initiative is set to commence on 27 November and is projected to remove 127 tonnes of plastic waste annually once fully implemented.
Aldi’s plastics and packaging director, Luke Emery, 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.” He emphasised that customers, who care deeply about environmental commitments, will benefit from these sustainable shopping options.
Earlier initiatives also saw Aldi trial the removal of pulp trays and punnets from various fruit and vegetable lines in August. This aligns with a growing industry trend to reduce plastic use.
Meanwhile, anti-waste charity Wrap has suggested a government ban on plastic packaging for 21 fresh produce items in UK supermarkets, highlighting the escalating efforts across the sector to address environmental concerns.
Aldi’s decision to minimise plastic usage is a progressive step towards sustainability that aligns with broader industry trends and consumer expectations.
