Pact Group has outlined its new environmental roadmap, known as Impact 2030, setting a firm course for achieving net zero emissions by 2050. It aims to make substantial progress by 2030, with targets that include ensuring all its packaging is recyclable by then and increasing recycled content to an average of 30 per cent.
Sanjay Dayal, CEO at Pact Group, said the targets align with customer expectations and government requirements. “They demonstrate that Pact is 100 per cent committed to achieving net zero emissions, which is not only what society expects but it is the right thing to do for the environment.”
The company points to independent studies that show recycled plastic packaging can help lower carbon emissions by reducing reliance on virgin materials.
“Plastic packaging that is designed effectively, made with recycled material, that is recyclable and recycled properly can stay in the circular economy almost indefinitely,” Dayal said.
In addition to its internal commitments, Pact is involved in six product stewardship schemes focused on waste reduction, recycling and safe disposal. These include:
- drumMuster, which collects and recycles over half a million plastic drums used in agriculture each year;
- Seat Smart, a programme for recycling damaged or expired child car seats; and
- paint container return schemes in New Zealand, where consumers can return empty or unwanted pails for recycling.
The company has made its Impact 2030 targets publicly available via its website and video materials.
