Our Progress
What We're Doing Right Now
Our Five Pillars Toward A Circular Economy
We see a world facing climate change, plastic pollution and depleting resources. The time for action is now. These five pillars are the foundation of our vision – a world without waste.
We see a world facing climate change, plastic pollution and depleting resources. The time for action is now. So we’re disrupting the current take, make, waste model and leading the way toward a truly circular economy.
Use rapidly renewable, reclaimed, and plant-based raw materials
Maintain a transparent and responsible supply chain
Look beyond carbon offsets through our Emissions Reduction Plan
Take responsibility for product disposal and end-of-life
Protect the environment and give back to the community
Raw Materials
We use rapidly renewable, plant-based materials designed for the circular economy. A sustainable alternative to regular plastic. We also continually invest in new technology and material innovations.
We use rapidly renewable, plant-based materials designed for the circular economy. A sustainable alternative to regular plastic. We also continually invest in new technology and material innovations.
PHA
The first of its kind in Australia, PHA is a game-changing home compostable lining without any fossil-based materials.
Aqueous
Aqueous is a leak-proof, certified home compostable, water-based dispersion coating that can replace traditional plastic linings.
PLA Bioplastic
PLA bioplastic is made from plants like corn and cassava. BioPak’s PLA products are certified industrially compostable.
Plant Fibre
Plant fibre is made from bagasse (sugarcane pulp). A versatile, strong and inexpensive solution.
FSC™ Paper & Birchwood
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC™) logo means that our wood is sourced from responsibly managed forests.
Huskee Reusable
We recognise that the best way to embrace circularity in the foodservice industry is by adopting reusables and compostables, hand in hand.
Aqueous
Aqueous cups are manufactured using a unique waterproof barrier coating, reducing the material needed. Each cup is leakproof and durable.
Plant Fibre
Plant fibre is made from bagasse (sugarcane pulp). A versatile, strong and inexpensive solution.
PLA Bioplastic
PLA is from plant-based resources like corn and cassava. BioPak's PLA products are certified industrially compostable.
FSC™ Paper & Birchwood
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC™) logo means that our wood is sourced from responsibly managed forests.
Responsible Supply Chain
We’ve set a standard to make sure our people are treated fairly, our products are safe and our planet is protected. We source FSC™ certified wood and our manufacturing facilities are certified to ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems, or are in the process of applying for certification.
We’ve set a standard to make sure our people are treated fairly, our products are safe and our planet is protected. We source FSC™ certified wood and are striving to have 80% of our manufacturing facilities certified to ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems.
Why Do Certifications Matter?
We are committed to achieving complete supply chain transparency.
Supply Chain Transparency
We are committed to achieving complete supply chain transparency.
Ethical Sourcing Policy
Our ethical sourcing policy is a key element in our commitment to sustainability
Modern Slavery Statement
It is our corporate responsibility to take an active role in addressing potential risks.
Why Do Certifications Matter?
We are committed to achieving complete supply chain transparency.
Supply Chain Transparency
We are committed to achieving complete supply chain transparency.
Ethical Sourcing Policy
Our ethical sourcing policy is a key element in our commitment to sustainability
Modern Slavery Statement
It is our corporate responsibility to take an active role in addressing potential risks.
Human Rights Commitment
We create packaging solutions that drive a circular economy while respecting human rights, environmental boundaries and fostering positive change for resilient societies.
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Why Do Certifications Matter?Certifications prove that a company or product’s claims are true.
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Responsible Sourcing PolicyOur responsible sourcing policy is a key element in our commitment to sustainability.
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Modern Slavery StatementIt is our corporate responsibility to take an active role in addressing potential risks.
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Emissions Reduction Plan
For over a decade, we held the carbon-neutral certification, but in 2022, we took a bold step forward by redirecting 1% of our profits into our Emission Reduction Plan, looking beyond mere carbon offsetting and clarifying the sources of our emissions and mitigation efforts. In 2024, we committed to reaching Net-Zero GHG Emissions across our value chain by 2050 – a target that’s in line with the latest climate science.
End-of-Life
We see composting as the best end-of-life solution for food packaging. And we recognise that in creating certified home and industrial compostable packaging products, we’re also responsible for where they end up. Compost Connect is a brand-agnostic, not-for-profit composting platform focused on education, increasing composting rates, and connecting food service businesses with commercial composting services.
How to Compost at Your Business
Sign up to your local compost service and start diverting your food scraps and BioPak packaging from landfill today.
Success of South Australia's Composting Industry
A new research highlights how SA is successfully composting their food waste and compostable packaging via council provided kerbside FOGO bins – a viable and effective waste management solution.
Composting Behaviours: Australian Consumer Insights
New research reveals that Australians are eager to do the right thing when it comes to waste disposal, but many face challenges with composting due to unclear logos and insufficient support from councils.
Recycling Vs. Composting: Which Is Better For The Environment?
Which is more sustainable when disposing, composting or recycling?
Biodegradable Vs. Compostable Packaging
Which option is better for the environment? Read more to become an expert!
What Are The Different Types Of Composting?
There are a number of composting methods that are suitable for different materials.
How to Compost at Your Business
Sign up to your local compost service and start diverting your food scraps and BioPak packaging from landfill today.
Success of South Australia's Composting Industry
A new research highlights how SA is successfully composting their food waste and compostable packaging via council provided kerbside FOGO bins – a viable and effective waste management solution.
Composting Behaviours: Australian Consumer Insights
New research reveals that Australians are eager to do the right thing when it comes to waste disposal, but many face challenges with composting due to unclear logos and insufficient support from councils.
What Are The Different Types Of Composting?
There are a number of composting methods that are suitable for different materials.
Recycling Vs. Composting: Which Is Better For The Environment?
Which is more sustainable when disposing, composting or recycling?
Biodegradable Vs. Compostable Packaging
Which option is better for the environment? Read more to become an expert!
Profit for Purpose
We believe in using business as a force for good. Our B Corp certification recognises our commitment to social and environmental performance and public transparency. Through our Give Back Fund, we donate 5% of our profits to environmental and social charities. Since 2012, we have dedicated our time, energy and a total of AUD 5.3 million.
What It Means To Be A BCorp
The B Corp movement has been pioneering a new way of doing business, which requires increased stewardship and a real shift in priorities.
Give Back Fund
As a profit for purpose business, we are driven to preserve and protect the environment and give back to the communities we live in.
Charity Partnerships
Meet the charities that BioPak has partnered with through our Give Back Fund!
Compost Connect
A not-for-profit platform that’s committed to education, lifting composting rates, and connecting businesses to compost pick-up services.
Challenges We Face
We’re proud of our efforts so far, but we still have a long way to go. There’s been changing legislation, evolving materials and sustainability setbacks. We’re acknowledging and stepping up to these challenges.
Single-Use Plastic Bans
Single Use Plastic (SUP) bans are taking place around Australia – and the world. At BioPak, we’re constantly investing in research and development to expand our range of compliant sustainable packaging alternatives.
Disposal
Making sure all of our packaging ends up in the right place remains an ongoing challenge. There’s currently no national mandate to implement food and organic waste collection (FOGO) in Australia and New Zealand. We must encourage states, territories and local councils to implement firmer targets and stronger regulations.
Net Zero GHG Emissions
We’ve committed to reaching Net-Zero GHG Emissions across our value chain by 2050 – a target that’s in line with the latest climate science. The hard work to achieve these ambitious goals is still ahead of us.
Industry Greenwashing
Unfortunately, greenwashing and misinformation are rife in the packaging industry. Other products may claim they’re compostable, recyclable or source materials from sustainable forests. But without certifications, these claims are likely to be greenwashing.
Our Carbon Footprint Breakdown
79% Product Emissions
The largest contributor to our overall carbon footprint lies in our products. This includes raw materials, product manufacturing and end-of-life emissions. Working with our direct and indirect supply chain to reduce emissions associated with manufacturing isn’t an easy task, but it's an essential piece of the puzzle and a challenge we’re taking on.
20% Product Freight
As a global brand that distributes products, freight emissions are inherent. However, we work with our logistics partners to optimise our freight routes and container loading while also avoiding airfreight as much as possible.
29% Raw materials & Product Manufacturing
Materials used for the production of our products, such as sugarcane pulp, wood, paper and PLA and the process to transform the raw materials into the final product.
Benefits of Bioplastic: Manufacturing Ingeo™ bioplastic produces approximately 80% less greenhouse gases and uses approximately 52% less non-renewable energy than traditional plastic.*
5% Packaging
Packaging used for protecting and transporting our products.
Lower-emission fuel vehicles and alternatives to combustion engine vehicles aren’t available at scale just yet, but we’re watching this space with anticipation.
<1% Organisation Operations
As a fast-growing company of over 200, we’re continuously working to reduce the emissions associated with organisation's operations. Some of our initiatives include composting office waste and sourcing renewable energy.
8% Product Freight
All shipping and road freight required to transport our products from the factory to our local warehouses, and then to our customers.
0.4% Organisation Operations
BioPak’s office activities include electricity, IT services and equipment.
57% End of life / Disposal
We created Compost Connect, a platform to connect food services businesses with industrial composters to ensure as much of our packaging is composted as possible, instead of going to landfill.
Let’s achieve zero waste and our collective carbon footprint is reduced to a third!
Milestones We're Proud Of
To achieve our mission of a world without waste, we believe we shouldn’t just focus on the challenges ahead of us, but we should celebrate our wins, too.
Phase Out PFAS
PFAS (AKA forever chemicals) were found in a small range of our BioCane products. In 2024, we phased out PFAS from our production and launched a plant fibre range with no added PFAS.
PHA Is Here
In 2024, we launched PHA – a game-changing home compostable coffee cup lining, that doesn’t require the use of fossil-based materials. We were the first to bring it to the Australian market.
Environmental Impact Label
BioPak has launched our Environmental Impact Label, outlining the ‘eco-costs’ in each product description on our website. This will increase transparency, accountability and our commitment to combating greenwashing.
Leading the Compost Charge
Rather than waiting for composting infrastructure on a large scale, we’re doing what we can now. Our not-for-profit composting initiative, Compost Connect, is growing access to organic recycling and sparking widespread change.
Certifications and Education
We’re committed to unmasking greenwashing through education. We’re transparent about the certifications consumers should expect from businesses. Because without certifications, compostable, recyclable or sustainable claims are likely to be greenwashing.
Designing for the Circular Economy
In a circular economy materials are reused and leave no waste. We’re working toward a world where all of our products can end up in an organics recycling stream, which will then return nutrients to the soil and help grow more plants.
Emissions Reduction Plan
We’ll invest the 1% of profits we usually spend on buying carbon offsets into our new Emission Reduction Plan. This will fund research, education and advocacy projects to grow the availability of composting as an end-of-life option in the markets we operate in.
We're a Profit-for-Purpose Business
Success Stories
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GOOD BEER CO: Preserves Great Barrier Reef with Compostable PackagingGood Beer Co Preserves Great Barrier Reef with Compostable Packaging
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SEVEN MILES COFFEE ROASTERS: Choose BioCupsLearn about Seven Miles Coffee Roasters' sustainability efforts & their use of BioCups.
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Adelaide: A Composting Success StoryAdelaide is a shining example of successful composting initiatives.
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Download the BioPak 2023 Sustainability Report
The past year has seen incredible growth and changes for BioPak. Read all about it.
Together We Are Making a Difference
We work with industry, government, customers and consumers to develop systems and invest in innovative materials to change the future. This can’t be done alone – it is critical that manufacturers take responsibility for their products and work with industry and consumers to create an economic model where we work with the planet, not against it. Collaboration is the cornerstone of our success.
Start Composting at Your Foodservice Business
Compost Connect is a not-for-profit platform connecting businesses to compost pick up services. Search your postcode to find out if compost collection is available in your area.
By joining Compost Connect, you’ll be diverting waste from landfill, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, showing your commitment to environmental sustainability, and turning your food and packaging waste into nutrient-rich compost!
