Chobani Australia, the company behind notable yoghurt brand Gippsland Dairy, is diminishing how much plastic in the bundling of its 160g items by 44% to drive sustainability.
The move is part of Chobani’s commitment to the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation and the 2025 National Packaging Targets, which involves curbing the production of unnecessary or problematic plastics.
The removal of the product’s plastic lid follows the earlier removal in 2023 of the embedded plastic spoon as part of Victoria’s ban on single-use plastic cutlery.
“Our commitment to sustainability is an ongoing journey – one that demands time, effort and an unwavering dedication to continuous improvement,” said ESG general manager and general counsel at Chobani, Tim Browne.
Chobani stated that it would cut greenhouse gas emissions associated with sourcing and transporting the packaging through its supply chains and to retailers in 2024 and complete the switch to the new packaging for all Gippsland Dairy 160g products.
“We’ve worked closely with our industry partners to explore innovative approaches to deliver on our commitment in line with the nationally recognised industry targets.
We’re really proud of this important milestone. As we implement our sustainable packaging road map, we hope to make even greater strides towards similar packaging innovations and a more sustainable future,” said Browne.
The packaging will now feature a band around the circumference of the pot’s top, emulating the lid, to ensure consumers can easily spot the product on the shelf.
“As we evolve our packaging to align with our sustainability goals, we’re equally committed to enhancing the consumer experience. By maintaining the iconic look of our packaging, consumers can easily identify and continue to enjoy our delicious Gippsland Dairy yoghurts, now with a significantly reduced environmental footprint,” Browne added.