What new packaging is Coca-Cola HBC Austria using?

Coca-Cola HBC Austria is using recyclable, corrugated paper-and-cardboard handles for six-packs of 1.5-liter bottles.

Why are groups like Oceana criticizing Coca-Cola?

Oceana criticizes Coca-Cola for its continued reliance on single-use plastics and revised goals that increase recycled plastic use without reducing overall production.

Has Coca-Cola been named the worst plastic polluter recently?

Yes, Coca-Cola has been named the world's worst plastic polluter for six consecutive years according to recent reports.

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Coca-Cola's Packaging Overhaul: Less Plastic, More Paper

8 Dec

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Summary

Coca-Cola introduces paper and cardboard handles for six-packs.
New packaging aims to save approximately 220 tons of plastic annually.
Criticism persists despite changes, citing continued single-use plastic use.

Coca-Cola's Packaging Overhaul: Less Plastic, More Paper

Coca-Cola is making a notable shift in its packaging, introducing recyclable paper and cardboard handles for its six-packs of 1.5-liter bottles. Developed by Coca-Cola HBC Austria, DS Smith, and Krones, this innovative solution aims to replace plastic wrapping and handles. Coca-Cola HBC anticipates saving approximately 220 tons of plastic annually through this change, which has been implemented in Austria but not yet in the United States.

Despite this step, environmental organizations like Greenpeace Africa and Oceana remain critical. They argue that the company's sustainability efforts are insufficient and point to Coca-Cola's persistent role as the world's top plastic polluter for six consecutive years. Critics call for a complete halt to plastic production increases and a greater investment in reusable packaging solutions.