Zero Co raises $260,000 for global plastic cleanup efforts after its Egyptian rubbish pyramid stunt
Zero Co says its pyramid made of plastic waste has raised more than $260,000 for global cleanup efforts, with founder Mike Smith hoping to capture the world's attention during the COP27 climate conference in Egypt.
Tiny billboards, big impact: Zero Co uses QR codes to encourage Aussies to “start small” when addressing plastic waste
The 12 tiny billboards were installed last Tuesday, with exact locations of each leaked by the company on social media in the weeks leading up to the launch.
Technology helps Zero Co on mission to ditch single-use plastics
Byron Bay based eco- startup, Zero Co, is on a mission to eliminate single-use plastic packaging from every Aussie kitchen, laundry and bathroom. The company offers home-delivery of a range of planet-friendly personal-care and home-cleaning products direct to customers.
How Zero Co is reducing plastic waste, and how your business can too
Last week, Zero Co made headlines after breaking a ream of records with its $11 million equity crowdfunding campaign. Here's how the sustainability brand reduces plastic waste in its operations.
South Australia announces timeline for single-use-plastic ban
From March 1, the sale, supply and distribution of single-use plastic straws, cutlery and stirrers will be banned throughout South Australia.
Ditch it, or get ditched: Meet the entrepreneurs giving their suppliers an eco-conscious ultimatum
Businesses are having frank conversations with their suppliers about wasteful packaging in an effort to reduce their environmental footprints.
Bags banned: South Australia to ditch plastic in cafe and retail trial
South Australia is moving ahead with a trial to ditch common plastic items in four retail precincts in a first-of-its-kind move.
“We’ve saved a tonne of money”: Adore Beauty is on a mission to scrap plastic packaging
Adore Beauty has been working to rip plastic out of its business as customers send a clear message that our environmental crisis is non-negotiable.
In defence of plastic: Why packaging fruit and vegetables can actually protect the environment
Removing plastic entirely from our food supply may not be the best solution when it comes to protecting the environment and conserving valuable resources.
‘What we’ve been looking for’: How Australian startup BlockTexx is turning discarded clothes into raw, commodity-level plastic
BlockTexx, launched about 12 months ago, has the lofty goal of solving Australia's (and the world’s) textile waste problem.
Why plastic bag bans triggered such a huge reaction
Woolworths' and Coles' plastic bag ban has been applauded by environmentalists, but were reportedly met with abuse and assault and claims of profiteering.
