Aldi introduces trial to cut plastic waste with double toilet rolls

Aldi introduces trial to cut plastic waste with double toilet rolls

Sustainability

Aldi is launching a trial initiative to combat plastic waste by introducing double toilet rolls, aimed at reducing both plastic usage and the transportation required for distribution.

As part of this trial, the UK's fourth-largest supermarket is doubling the volume of sheets per roll for select own-brand lines, consequently leading to a reduction in packaging size.

If implemented across all its stores, this move has the potential to eliminate over 60 tonnes of plastic packaging annually. Furthermore, by accommodating more packs per truck, Aldi anticipates a decrease in the number of lorry journeys needed for delivery.

© ALDI
Luke Emery, Plastics and Packaging Director at Aldi, said: At Aldi, we’re working hard to reduce our environmental footprint wherever we can, and we’re always looking for new ways to make a difference. Reducing the plastic waste and carbon emissions related to such a widely-used product will have a huge positive impact, and it’s just one example of some exciting changes we have in the pipeline.

The trial is currently underway in the West Midlands, East Midlands, and Yorkshire regions, offering double toilet rolls in pack sizes of four, six, eight, and twelve.

Latest Packaging News

Ocean bound plastics deemed unsuitable for food contact by UK regulators
Business

Ocean bound plastics deemed unsuitable for food contact by UK regulators

An assessment by the Joint Expert Group on Food Contact Materials (FCMJEG) has evaluated the use of...
German frozen bakery market leader ARYZTA continues to automate with Lantech packaging machines
Supplier News

German frozen bakery market leader ARYZTA continues to automate with Lantech packaging machines

With 26 large bakeries in 27 countries, including 12 in Europe, and around 8,000 employees...
Syntegon: Producing the perfect gummies and jellies
Supplier News

Syntegon: Producing the perfect gummies and jellies

When we say we are gummy experts, we mean it. Backed by over 95 years of jelly expertise, we...
Winemaker upholds wine tradition with Craemer CB3 High pallet box
Supplier News

Winemaker upholds wine tradition with Craemer CB3 High pallet box

With love and passion, a family of winemakers combines tradition and modern craftsmanship at their...
Spectra Packaging: It’s getting warmer – protect your PET bottles
Supplier News

Spectra Packaging: It’s getting warmer – protect your PET bottles

As temperatures climb, protecting PET bottles from heat damage becomes more important than ever. At...