Aldi is taking steps to reduce plastic in its products in a bid to become more sustainable. The supermarket is removing plastic windows and trays from various savoury goods lines. This change affects products like Specially Selected pies and quiches, as well as Crestwood frittatas and quiches, which will now be packaged in cardboard. Furthermore, plastic trays will no longer be used for Crestwood twin slices and Crestwood pork pies.
By making these adjustments, Aldi anticipates eliminating 127 tonnes of unnecessary plastic packaging annually. Customers can expect to see these products in their new packaging starting from November 27. Additionally, Aldi’s seasonal Mini Pork Pie Selection will be trayless this festive season. Luke Emery, Aldi’s plastics and packaging director, expressed the importance of reducing plastic waste as part of the supermarket’s sustainability efforts.
Aldi stated that these changes are just a part of their ongoing commitment to reducing their environmental impact and exploring alternative packaging solutions. Earlier this year, the supermarket initiated a trial to remove pulp trays and punnets from select fruit and vegetable lines, potentially leading to a further 370 tonnes reduction in plastic packaging annually if expanded nationwide.
The supermarket aims to make customers’ daily shopping experience more environmentally friendly and hopes these alterations resonate with their commitment to sustainability. These efforts align with Aldi’s broader goal of continuously reviewing and enhancing its sustainability practices for a greener future.