We can all sometimes feel that there's a lot wrong with the modern world. Things seem to get more expensive and less convenient all the time, and that can be especially true when it comes to grocery shopping.

This time, however, we have the chance to choose something that is not only convenient but also eco-friendly.

Welcome to the new world of ALDI’s brown paper bags.

ALDI has recently announced its decision to phase out its cheapest reusable plastic bags, replacing them with brown paper bags.

From today, the paper bags will be available for a slightly higher price of 25 cents, but the additional cost might be well worth it for those who prioritise minimising their environmental impact.

ALDI has introduced eco-friendly paper bags. Credit: Karolina Grabowska/Pexels

Don't worry, though – if you still prefer reusable plastic bags, ALDI will continue to offer a thicker, sturdier option at checkouts for 99c.

For those wanting to keep chilled groceries cool during transit, they've also got you covered with cooler bags available for $2.49.

ALDI's move towards more eco-friendly solutions is estimated to remove more than 888 tonnes of plastic from circulation each year.

This comes as a welcome change, as major supermarkets increasingly face pressure from the public to reduce their plastic consumption.

ALDI said it was improving its packaging to reduce plastic by 25 per cent. Credit: ALDI Australia

In a statement, the supermarket giant said: ‘We have announced the national phase-out of our reusable 15c plastic bag and the introduction of a paper bag alternative, which is now available in all stores. The paper bags are Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified and 100 per cent kerbside recyclable.’

‘We know Aussies are continuing to make more conscious choices, and we want to continue meeting their needs.’

‘Ultimately, bringing your own bags every time you shop is the most sustainable option, and we encourage customers to continue doing so. But when they can’t, our paper bags are now available. These may seem like small changes, but they all add up to making a Good Difference,’ the announcement continued.

ALDI's main competitors, Coles and Woolworths, have also committed to phasing out their 15c plastic bags in a bid to reduce plastic waste by the millions.

ALDI is committed to making eco-friendly changes. Image credit: The Seniors Discount Club

Coles announced last month that stopping the sale of their 15c plastic bags would cut an estimated 230 million plastic bags from Australian circulation yearly.

And just weeks before that, Woolworths vowed to stop selling soft-use plastic bags by June, demonstrating that supermarkets are beginning to take plastic waste reduction seriously.

ALDI's initiative to phase out plastic bags is just one part of its broader commitment to reduce plastic waste. The supermarket chain aims to reduce its overall plastic output by 25 per cent before the year 2025.

According to a statement on the retailer’s website, they're well on track to achieve this goal, with plans to ensure that all of their packaging is 100 per cent recyclable, reusable, or compostable by the same deadline.

This also comes after it was announced that supermarket titans ALDI, Coles, and Woolworths announced their joint ‘road map to restart’ plan to resume soft plastic collection and recycling.

According to a spokesperson at the time, the plan intends to clear the massive backlog left by the failure of the REDCycle program last year. The task force estimates this could take a year to resolve. You can read more on this here.

With ALDI leading the charge by offering paper bags, we hope more companies will follow suit, and together, we can make a positive impact on the environment.

We also think these changes are an admirable effort to reduce the number of waste major stores cause.

Key Takeaways

• ALDI has announced the phase-out of their reusable plastic bags, replacing them with brown paper bags available for 25 cents.
• The change will reportedly remove over 888 tonnes of plastic from circulation annually.
• Coles and Woolworths have also made commitments to reduce their plastic consumption and phase out plastic bags.
• ALDI has set a goal to reduce their overall plastic consumption by 25 per cent before 2025 and ensure all their packaging is 100 per cent recyclable, reusable or compostable by the same deadline.

Do you believe that this change can help reduce plastic consumption overall? Have you seen ALDI’s paper bags yet? Let us know in the comments!

 

[Jenniw]

I totally disagree with the paper bag trend.

There are small rubbish bins that take the plastic bags to reuse them. They can be take back for groceries again and again.

After our shop this week (we forgot to take bags!) we threw away three paper bags. Yes, in the recycling, but what a waste! Using paper, wasting paper.

No, I don’t agree with paper bags in the supermarkets.

 

[Liz]

I always take my own cloth bags to whichever store I go. I also throw away the paper bags that are delivered with my online orders, usually they are damp or slightly torn.

 

[robbie's]

Paper bags rip to easily
Plastic bags last forever. If you don't ova load them.s
I was led to believe the new plastic was recyclable

 

[Penny4]

Even my mother is against these paper bags. She used them long ago. I thought they might have been stronger and thicker, but no she said they weren't. She thought they were useless. With fruit and vegetables, she said they used paper lunch bags.
She takes a few chiller bags that can easily fit on her walker.

 

[Kayer02]

A definite NO to paper bags. I remember back in the day you would do your shopping, frozen and cold and heavy item were placed in these bags. When you got home to unpack groceries, lo and behold the bags were a soggy ripped mess or worse yet, would rip open when you tried to carry them upstairs. Recently Woolworths delivered my groceries in paper bags and they didn't last the trek upstairs.

 

[Jest]

We can all sometimes feel that there's a lot wrong with the modern world. Things seem to get more expensive and less convenient all the time, and that can be especially true when it comes to grocery shopping.

This time, however, we have the chance to choose something that is not only convenient but also eco-friendly.

Welcome to the new world of ALDI’s brown paper bags.

ALDI has recently announced its decision to phase out its cheapest reusable plastic bags, replacing them with brown paper bags.

From today, the paper bags will be available for a slightly higher price of 25 cents, but the additional cost might be well worth it for those who prioritise minimising their environmental impact.

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ALDI has introduced eco-friendly paper bags. Credit: Karolina Grabowska/Pexels

Don't worry, though – if you still prefer reusable plastic bags, ALDI will continue to offer a thicker, sturdier option at checkouts for 99c.

For those wanting to keep chilled groceries cool during transit, they've also got you covered with cooler bags available for $2.49.

ALDI's move towards more eco-friendly solutions is estimated to remove more than 888 tonnes of plastic from circulation each year.

This comes as a welcome change, as major supermarkets increasingly face pressure from the public to reduce their plastic consumption.

View attachment 21284

ALDI said it was improving its packaging to reduce plastic by 25 per cent. Credit: ALDI Australia

In a statement, the supermarket giant said: ‘We have announced the national phase-out of our reusable 15c plastic bag and the introduction of a paper bag alternative, which is now available in all stores. The paper bags are Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified and 100 per cent kerbside recyclable.’

‘We know Aussies are continuing to make more conscious choices, and we want to continue meeting their needs.’

‘Ultimately, bringing your own bags every time you shop is the most sustainable option, and we encourage customers to continue doing so. But when they can’t, our paper bags are now available. These may seem like small changes, but they all add up to making a Good Difference,’ the announcement continued.

ALDI's main competitors, Coles and Woolworths, have also committed to phasing out their 15c plastic bags in a bid to reduce plastic waste by the millions.

View attachment 21305

ALDI is committed to making eco-friendly changes. Image credit: The Seniors Discount Club

Coles announced last month that stopping the sale of their 15c plastic bags would cut an estimated 230 million plastic bags from Australian circulation yearly.

And just weeks before that, Woolworths vowed to stop selling soft-use plastic bags by June, demonstrating that supermarkets are beginning to take plastic waste reduction seriously.

ALDI's initiative to phase out plastic bags is just one part of its broader commitment to reduce plastic waste. The supermarket chain aims to reduce its overall plastic output by 25 per cent before the year 2025.

According to a statement on the retailer’s website, they're well on track to achieve this goal, with plans to ensure that all of their packaging is 100 per cent recyclable, reusable, or compostable by the same deadline.

This also comes after it was announced that supermarket titans ALDI, Coles, and Woolworths announced their joint ‘road map to restart’ plan to resume soft plastic collection and recycling.

According to a spokesperson at the time, the plan intends to clear the massive backlog left by the failure of the REDCycle program last year. The task force estimates this could take a year to resolve. You can read more on this here.

With ALDI leading the charge by offering paper bags, we hope more companies will follow suit, and together, we can make a positive impact on the environment.

We also think these changes are an admirable effort to reduce the number of waste major stores cause.

Key Takeaways

• ALDI has announced the phase-out of their reusable plastic bags, replacing them with brown paper bags available for 25 cents.
• The change will reportedly remove over 888 tonnes of plastic from circulation annually.
• Coles and Woolworths have also made commitments to reduce their plastic consumption and phase out plastic bags.
• ALDI has set a goal to reduce their overall plastic consumption by 25 per cent before 2025 and ensure all their packaging is 100 per cent recyclable, reusable or compostable by the same deadline.

Do you believe that this change can help reduce plastic consumption overall? Have you seen ALDI’s paper bags yet? Let us know in the comments!

to the complainers take your own bags. Brown paper bags, not new. Change is not always for the betterment of the planet. Proven.

 

[trevorrh]

The excuses that they come up with these days is a load of crap, the real reason for all these so called changes is just a bigger profit at the customer's expense.

 

[Phantom55]

We can all sometimes feel that there's a lot wrong with the modern world. Things seem to get more expensive and less convenient all the time, and that can be especially true when it comes to grocery shopping.

This time, however, we have the chance to choose something that is not only convenient but also eco-friendly.

Welcome to the new world of ALDI’s brown paper bags.

ALDI has recently announced its decision to phase out its cheapest reusable plastic bags, replacing them with brown paper bags.

From today, the paper bags will be available for a slightly higher price of 25 cents, but the additional cost might be well worth it for those who prioritise minimising their environmental impact.

View attachment 21283

ALDI has introduced eco-friendly paper bags. Credit: Karolina Grabowska/Pexels

Don't worry, though – if you still prefer reusable plastic bags, ALDI will continue to offer a thicker, sturdier option at checkouts for 99c.

For those wanting to keep chilled groceries cool during transit, they've also got you covered with cooler bags available for $2.49.

ALDI's move towards more eco-friendly solutions is estimated to remove more than 888 tonnes of plastic from circulation each year.

This comes as a welcome change, as major supermarkets increasingly face pressure from the public to reduce their plastic consumption.

View attachment 21284

ALDI said it was improving its packaging to reduce plastic by 25 per cent. Credit: ALDI Australia

In a statement, the supermarket giant said: ‘We have announced the national phase-out of our reusable 15c plastic bag and the introduction of a paper bag alternative, which is now available in all stores. The paper bags are Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified and 100 per cent kerbside recyclable.’

‘We know Aussies are continuing to make more conscious choices, and we want to continue meeting their needs.’

‘Ultimately, bringing your own bags every time you shop is the most sustainable option, and we encourage customers to continue doing so. But when they can’t, our paper bags are now available. These may seem like small changes, but they all add up to making a Good Difference,’ the announcement continued.

ALDI's main competitors, Coles and Woolworths, have also committed to phasing out their 15c plastic bags in a bid to reduce plastic waste by the millions.

View attachment 21305

ALDI is committed to making eco-friendly changes. Image credit: The Seniors Discount Club

Coles announced last month that stopping the sale of their 15c plastic bags would cut an estimated 230 million plastic bags from Australian circulation yearly.

And just weeks before that, Woolworths vowed to stop selling soft-use plastic bags by June, demonstrating that supermarkets are beginning to take plastic waste reduction seriously.

ALDI's initiative to phase out plastic bags is just one part of its broader commitment to reduce plastic waste. The supermarket chain aims to reduce its overall plastic output by 25 per cent before the year 2025.

According to a statement on the retailer’s website, they're well on track to achieve this goal, with plans to ensure that all of their packaging is 100 per cent recyclable, reusable, or compostable by the same deadline.

This also comes after it was announced that supermarket titans ALDI, Coles, and Woolworths announced their joint ‘road map to restart’ plan to resume soft plastic collection and recycling.

According to a spokesperson at the time, the plan intends to clear the massive backlog left by the failure of the REDCycle program last year. The task force estimates this could take a year to resolve. You can read more on this here.

With ALDI leading the charge by offering paper bags, we hope more companies will follow suit, and together, we can make a positive impact on the environment.

We also think these changes are an admirable effort to reduce the number of waste major stores cause.

Key Takeaways

• ALDI has announced the phase-out of their reusable plastic bags, replacing them with brown paper bags available for 25 cents.
• The change will reportedly remove over 888 tonnes of plastic from circulation annually.
• Coles and Woolworths have also made commitments to reduce their plastic consumption and phase out plastic bags.
• ALDI has set a goal to reduce their overall plastic consumption by 25 per cent before 2025 and ensure all their packaging is 100 per cent recyclable, reusable or compostable by the same deadline.

Do you believe that this change can help reduce plastic consumption overall? Have you seen ALDI’s paper bags yet? Let us know in the comments!

we are all being conned, go for a trip to your local tip and see the reusable bags, all we've done is replace the breakdown bags with a not as easily breakdown version and still end up in the tip only we are paying for it and let the supermarkets off the hook of supplying bags at ten times the price of what they cost, most of these bags when purchased by the million cost couple of cents yet now retail for 30 or 40 cents..another profitable line to add to their range of products... and the environment ends up with a less biodegradable waste product and the supermarkets claim 'good citizenship'...whats next pay for our receipts/dockets.. to (save the environment)

 

[Phantom55]

We can all sometimes feel that there's a lot wrong with the modern world. Things seem to get more expensive and less convenient all the time, and that can be especially true when it comes to grocery shopping.

This time, however, we have the chance to choose something that is not only convenient but also eco-friendly.

Welcome to the new world of ALDI’s brown paper bags.

ALDI has recently announced its decision to phase out its cheapest reusable plastic bags, replacing them with brown paper bags.

From today, the paper bags will be available for a slightly higher price of 25 cents, but the additional cost might be well worth it for those who prioritise minimising their environmental impact.

View attachment 21283

ALDI has introduced eco-friendly paper bags. Credit: Karolina Grabowska/Pexels

Don't worry, though – if you still prefer reusable plastic bags, ALDI will continue to offer a thicker, sturdier option at checkouts for 99c.

For those wanting to keep chilled groceries cool during transit, they've also got you covered with cooler bags available for $2.49.

ALDI's move towards more eco-friendly solutions is estimated to remove more than 888 tonnes of plastic from circulation each year.

This comes as a welcome change, as major supermarkets increasingly face pressure from the public to reduce their plastic consumption.

View attachment 21284

ALDI said it was improving its packaging to reduce plastic by 25 per cent. Credit: ALDI Australia

In a statement, the supermarket giant said: ‘We have announced the national phase-out of our reusable 15c plastic bag and the introduction of a paper bag alternative, which is now available in all stores. The paper bags are Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified and 100 per cent kerbside recyclable.’

‘We know Aussies are continuing to make more conscious choices, and we want to continue meeting their needs.’

‘Ultimately, bringing your own bags every time you shop is the most sustainable option, and we encourage customers to continue doing so. But when they can’t, our paper bags are now available. These may seem like small changes, but they all add up to making a Good Difference,’ the announcement continued.

ALDI's main competitors, Coles and Woolworths, have also committed to phasing out their 15c plastic bags in a bid to reduce plastic waste by the millions.

View attachment 21305

ALDI is committed to making eco-friendly changes. Image credit: The Seniors Discount Club

Coles announced last month that stopping the sale of their 15c plastic bags would cut an estimated 230 million plastic bags from Australian circulation yearly.

And just weeks before that, Woolworths vowed to stop selling soft-use plastic bags by June, demonstrating that supermarkets are beginning to take plastic waste reduction seriously.

ALDI's initiative to phase out plastic bags is just one part of its broader commitment to reduce plastic waste. The supermarket chain aims to reduce its overall plastic output by 25 per cent before the year 2025.

According to a statement on the retailer’s website, they're well on track to achieve this goal, with plans to ensure that all of their packaging is 100 per cent recyclable, reusable, or compostable by the same deadline.

This also comes after it was announced that supermarket titans ALDI, Coles, and Woolworths announced their joint ‘road map to restart’ plan to resume soft plastic collection and recycling.

According to a spokesperson at the time, the plan intends to clear the massive backlog left by the failure of the REDCycle program last year. The task force estimates this could take a year to resolve. You can read more on this here.

With ALDI leading the charge by offering paper bags, we hope more companies will follow suit, and together, we can make a positive impact on the environment.

We also think these changes are an admirable effort to reduce the number of waste major stores cause.

Key Takeaways

• ALDI has announced the phase-out of their reusable plastic bags, replacing them with brown paper bags available for 25 cents.
• The change will reportedly remove over 888 tonnes of plastic from circulation annually.
• Coles and Woolworths have also made commitments to reduce their plastic consumption and phase out plastic bags.
• ALDI has set a goal to reduce their overall plastic consumption by 25 per cent before 2025 and ensure all their packaging is 100 per cent recyclable, reusable or compostable by the same deadline.

Do you believe that this change can help reduce plastic consumption overall? Have you seen ALDI’s paper bags yet? Let us know in the comments!

people are lazy and won't recycle, the old bio degradable bags served many uses as we all know, our rubbish was packed in them ,our dirty nappies ,car sick bags ,vermin attracting refuse,...now loose in the bin OR.... wrapped in more expensive less biodegradable bags...eliminatingthe re use purpose of the idea and putting the expense on the consumer and the bag sellers are richer and better corporate citizens...I think not

 

[MIZMAC]

Take your own bags. Very easy. Keep a supply in the car.

 

[Glo72]

Whinge whinge whinge. If you don’t want to use them then don’t. My daughters never go shopping without their own shopping bags, they both shop for me. Plastic bags were a good idea until they polluted the planet. Paper might not be as strong as plastic but it breaks down,plastic doesn’t. It’s all about choice.

 

[Phantom55]

We can all sometimes feel that there's a lot wrong with the modern world. Things seem to get more expensive and less convenient all the time, and that can be especially true when it comes to grocery shopping.

This time, however, we have the chance to choose something that is not only convenient but also eco-friendly.

Welcome to the new world of ALDI’s brown paper bags.

ALDI has recently announced its decision to phase out its cheapest reusable plastic bags, replacing them with brown paper bags.

From today, the paper bags will be available for a slightly higher price of 25 cents, but the additional cost might be well worth it for those who prioritise minimising their environmental impact.

View attachment 21283

ALDI has introduced eco-friendly paper bags. Credit: Karolina Grabowska/Pexels

Don't worry, though – if you still prefer reusable plastic bags, ALDI will continue to offer a thicker, sturdier option at checkouts for 99c.

For those wanting to keep chilled groceries cool during transit, they've also got you covered with cooler bags available for $2.49.

ALDI's move towards more eco-friendly solutions is estimated to remove more than 888 tonnes of plastic from circulation each year.

This comes as a welcome change, as major supermarkets increasingly face pressure from the public to reduce their plastic consumption.

View attachment 21284

ALDI said it was improving its packaging to reduce plastic by 25 per cent. Credit: ALDI Australia

In a statement, the supermarket giant said: ‘We have announced the national phase-out of our reusable 15c plastic bag and the introduction of a paper bag alternative, which is now available in all stores. The paper bags are Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified and 100 per cent kerbside recyclable.’

‘We know Aussies are continuing to make more conscious choices, and we want to continue meeting their needs.’

‘Ultimately, bringing your own bags every time you shop is the most sustainable option, and we encourage customers to continue doing so. But when they can’t, our paper bags are now available. These may seem like small changes, but they all add up to making a Good Difference,’ the announcement continued.

ALDI's main competitors, Coles and Woolworths, have also committed to phasing out their 15c plastic bags in a bid to reduce plastic waste by the millions.

View attachment 21305

ALDI is committed to making eco-friendly changes. Image credit: The Seniors Discount Club

Coles announced last month that stopping the sale of their 15c plastic bags would cut an estimated 230 million plastic bags from Australian circulation yearly.

And just weeks before that, Woolworths vowed to stop selling soft-use plastic bags by June, demonstrating that supermarkets are beginning to take plastic waste reduction seriously.

ALDI's initiative to phase out plastic bags is just one part of its broader commitment to reduce plastic waste. The supermarket chain aims to reduce its overall plastic output by 25 per cent before the year 2025.

According to a statement on the retailer’s website, they're well on track to achieve this goal, with plans to ensure that all of their packaging is 100 per cent recyclable, reusable, or compostable by the same deadline.

This also comes after it was announced that supermarket titans ALDI, Coles, and Woolworths announced their joint ‘road map to restart’ plan to resume soft plastic collection and recycling.

According to a spokesperson at the time, the plan intends to clear the massive backlog left by the failure of the REDCycle program last year. The task force estimates this could take a year to resolve. You can read more on this here.

With ALDI leading the charge by offering paper bags, we hope more companies will follow suit, and together, we can make a positive impact on the environment.

We also think these changes are an admirable effort to reduce the number of waste major stores cause.

Key Takeaways

• ALDI has announced the phase-out of their reusable plastic bags, replacing them with brown paper bags available for 25 cents.
• The change will reportedly remove over 888 tonnes of plastic from circulation annually.
• Coles and Woolworths have also made commitments to reduce their plastic consumption and phase out plastic bags.
• ALDI has set a goal to reduce their overall plastic consumption by 25 per cent before 2025 and ensure all their packaging is 100 per cent recyclable, reusable or compostable by the same deadline.

Do you believe that this change can help reduce plastic consumption overall? Have you seen ALDI’s paper bags yet? Let us know in the comments!

so Coles uses 230 million bags per year. I f only they could get the customer to pay for the bags...BONUS..(.sorry great for the environment) Doubt very much that bags purchased in quantities of 230 million would cost anywhere near .15 cents (more like .03cents ).....great newline for the supermarkets now selling bags at 500% mark up...great corporate citizens always thinking about the environment, check out their bakery 2 or three cakes in a plastic container (not reusable)or slices of salami in see through plastic one use containers...Coles always thinking of the environment...great

 

[Go Cats]

We can all sometimes feel that there's a lot wrong with the modern world. Things seem to get more expensive and less convenient all the time, and that can be especially true when it comes to grocery shopping.

This time, however, we have the chance to choose something that is not only convenient but also eco-friendly.

Welcome to the new world of ALDI’s brown paper bags.

ALDI has recently announced its decision to phase out its cheapest reusable plastic bags, replacing them with brown paper bags.

From today, the paper bags will be available for a slightly higher price of 25 cents, but the additional cost might be well worth it for those who prioritise minimising their environmental impact.

View attachment 21283

ALDI has introduced eco-friendly paper bags. Credit: Karolina Grabowska/Pexels

Don't worry, though – if you still prefer reusable plastic bags, ALDI will continue to offer a thicker, sturdier option at checkouts for 99c.

For those wanting to keep chilled groceries cool during transit, they've also got you covered with cooler bags available for $2.49.

ALDI's move towards more eco-friendly solutions is estimated to remove more than 888 tonnes of plastic from circulation each year.

This comes as a welcome change, as major supermarkets increasingly face pressure from the public to reduce their plastic consumption.

View attachment 21284

ALDI said it was improving its packaging to reduce plastic by 25 per cent. Credit: ALDI Australia

In a statement, the supermarket giant said: ‘We have announced the national phase-out of our reusable 15c plastic bag and the introduction of a paper bag alternative, which is now available in all stores. The paper bags are Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified and 100 per cent kerbside recyclable.’

‘We know Aussies are continuing to make more conscious choices, and we want to continue meeting their needs.’

‘Ultimately, bringing your own bags every time you shop is the most sustainable option, and we encourage customers to continue doing so. But when they can’t, our paper bags are now available. These may seem like small changes, but they all add up to making a Good Difference,’ the announcement continued.

ALDI's main competitors, Coles and Woolworths, have also committed to phasing out their 15c plastic bags in a bid to reduce plastic waste by the millions.

View attachment 21305

ALDI is committed to making eco-friendly changes. Image credit: The Seniors Discount Club

Coles announced last month that stopping the sale of their 15c plastic bags would cut an estimated 230 million plastic bags from Australian circulation yearly.

And just weeks before that, Woolworths vowed to stop selling soft-use plastic bags by June, demonstrating that supermarkets are beginning to take plastic waste reduction seriously.

ALDI's initiative to phase out plastic bags is just one part of its broader commitment to reduce plastic waste. The supermarket chain aims to reduce its overall plastic output by 25 per cent before the year 2025.

According to a statement on the retailer’s website, they're well on track to achieve this goal, with plans to ensure that all of their packaging is 100 per cent recyclable, reusable, or compostable by the same deadline.

This also comes after it was announced that supermarket titans ALDI, Coles, and Woolworths announced their joint ‘road map to restart’ plan to resume soft plastic collection and recycling.

According to a spokesperson at the time, the plan intends to clear the massive backlog left by the failure of the REDCycle program last year. The task force estimates this could take a year to resolve. You can read more on this here.

With ALDI leading the charge by offering paper bags, we hope more companies will follow suit, and together, we can make a positive impact on the environment.

We also think these changes are an admirable effort to reduce the number of waste major stores cause.

Key Takeaways

• ALDI has announced the phase-out of their reusable plastic bags, replacing them with brown paper bags available for 25 cents.
• The change will reportedly remove over 888 tonnes of plastic from circulation annually.
• Coles and Woolworths have also made commitments to reduce their plastic consumption and phase out plastic bags.
• ALDI has set a goal to reduce their overall plastic consumption by 25 per cent before 2025 and ensure all their packaging is 100 per cent recyclable, reusable or compostable by the same deadline.

Do you believe that this change can help reduce plastic consumption overall? Have you seen ALDI’s paper bags yet? Let us know in the comments!

Yay! Good on you Aldi.And absolutely yes,this change will help reduce plastic consumption. Haven't been to my local Aldi's for a couple of days,but I will be going later this afternoon and will have a look out for them.

 

[Suemac]

We can all sometimes feel that there's a lot wrong with the modern world. Things seem to get more expensive and less convenient all the time, and that can be especially true when it comes to grocery shopping.

This time, however, we have the chance to choose something that is not only convenient but also eco-friendly.

Welcome to the new world of ALDI’s brown paper bags.

ALDI has recently announced its decision to phase out its cheapest reusable plastic bags, replacing them with brown paper bags.

From today, the paper bags will be available for a slightly higher price of 25 cents, but the additional cost might be well worth it for those who prioritise minimising their environmental impact.

View attachment 21283

ALDI has introduced eco-friendly paper bags. Credit: Karolina Grabowska/Pexels

Don't worry, though – if you still prefer reusable plastic bags, ALDI will continue to offer a thicker, sturdier option at checkouts for 99c.

For those wanting to keep chilled groceries cool during transit, they've also got you covered with cooler bags available for $2.49.

ALDI's move towards more eco-friendly solutions is estimated to remove more than 888 tonnes of plastic from circulation each year.

This comes as a welcome change, as major supermarkets increasingly face pressure from the public to reduce their plastic consumption.

View attachment 21284

ALDI said it was improving its packaging to reduce plastic by 25 per cent. Credit: ALDI Australia

In a statement, the supermarket giant said: ‘We have announced the national phase-out of our reusable 15c plastic bag and the introduction of a paper bag alternative, which is now available in all stores. The paper bags are Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified and 100 per cent kerbside recyclable.’

‘We know Aussies are continuing to make more conscious choices, and we want to continue meeting their needs.’

‘Ultimately, bringing your own bags every time you shop is the most sustainable option, and we encourage customers to continue doing so. But when they can’t, our paper bags are now available. These may seem like small changes, but they all add up to making a Good Difference,’ the announcement continued.

ALDI's main competitors, Coles and Woolworths, have also committed to phasing out their 15c plastic bags in a bid to reduce plastic waste by the millions.

View attachment 21305

ALDI is committed to making eco-friendly changes. Image credit: The Seniors Discount Club

Coles announced last month that stopping the sale of their 15c plastic bags would cut an estimated 230 million plastic bags from Australian circulation yearly.

And just weeks before that, Woolworths vowed to stop selling soft-use plastic bags by June, demonstrating that supermarkets are beginning to take plastic waste reduction seriously.

ALDI's initiative to phase out plastic bags is just one part of its broader commitment to reduce plastic waste. The supermarket chain aims to reduce its overall plastic output by 25 per cent before the year 2025.

According to a statement on the retailer’s website, they're well on track to achieve this goal, with plans to ensure that all of their packaging is 100 per cent recyclable, reusable, or compostable by the same deadline.

This also comes after it was announced that supermarket titans ALDI, Coles, and Woolworths announced their joint ‘road map to restart’ plan to resume soft plastic collection and recycling.

According to a spokesperson at the time, the plan intends to clear the massive backlog left by the failure of the REDCycle program last year. The task force estimates this could take a year to resolve. You can read more on this here.

With ALDI leading the charge by offering paper bags, we hope more companies will follow suit, and together, we can make a positive impact on the environment.

We also think these changes are an admirable effort to reduce the number of waste major stores cause.

Key Takeaways

• ALDI has announced the phase-out of their reusable plastic bags, replacing them with brown paper bags available for 25 cents.
• The change will reportedly remove over 888 tonnes of plastic from circulation annually.
• Coles and Woolworths have also made commitments to reduce their plastic consumption and phase out plastic bags.
• ALDI has set a goal to reduce their overall plastic consumption by 25 per cent before 2025 and ensure all their packaging is 100 per cent recyclable, reusable or compostable by the same deadline.

Do you believe that this change can help reduce plastic consumption overall? Have you seen ALDI’s paper bags yet? Let us know in the comments!

Gone full circle! Back to paper bags like 40 years ago, but now we have to pay for them!

 

[Luckyus]

We can all sometimes feel that there's a lot wrong with the modern world. Things seem to get more expensive and less convenient all the time, and that can be especially true when it comes to grocery shopping.

This time, however, we have the chance to choose something that is not only convenient but also eco-friendly.

Welcome to the new world of ALDI’s brown paper bags.

ALDI has recently announced its decision to phase out its cheapest reusable plastic bags, replacing them with brown paper bags.

From today, the paper bags will be available for a slightly higher price of 25 cents, but the additional cost might be well worth it for those who prioritise minimising their environmental impact.

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ALDI has introduced eco-friendly paper bags. Credit: Karolina Grabowska/Pexels

Don't worry, though – if you still prefer reusable plastic bags, ALDI will continue to offer a thicker, sturdier option at checkouts for 99c.

For those wanting to keep chilled groceries cool during transit, they've also got you covered with cooler bags available for $2.49.

ALDI's move towards more eco-friendly solutions is estimated to remove more than 888 tonnes of plastic from circulation each year.

This comes as a welcome change, as major supermarkets increasingly face pressure from the public to reduce their plastic consumption.

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ALDI said it was improving its packaging to reduce plastic by 25 per cent. Credit: ALDI Australia

In a statement, the supermarket giant said: ‘We have announced the national phase-out of our reusable 15c plastic bag and the introduction of a paper bag alternative, which is now available in all stores. The paper bags are Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified and 100 per cent kerbside recyclable.’

‘We know Aussies are continuing to make more conscious choices, and we want to continue meeting their needs.’

‘Ultimately, bringing your own bags every time you shop is the most sustainable option, and we encourage customers to continue doing so. But when they can’t, our paper bags are now available. These may seem like small changes, but they all add up to making a Good Difference,’ the announcement continued.

ALDI's main competitors, Coles and Woolworths, have also committed to phasing out their 15c plastic bags in a bid to reduce plastic waste by the millions.

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ALDI is committed to making eco-friendly changes. Image credit: The Seniors Discount Club

Coles announced last month that stopping the sale of their 15c plastic bags would cut an estimated 230 million plastic bags from Australian circulation yearly.

And just weeks before that, Woolworths vowed to stop selling soft-use plastic bags by June, demonstrating that supermarkets are beginning to take plastic waste reduction seriously.

ALDI's initiative to phase out plastic bags is just one part of its broader commitment to reduce plastic waste. The supermarket chain aims to reduce its overall plastic output by 25 per cent before the year 2025.

According to a statement on the retailer’s website, they're well on track to achieve this goal, with plans to ensure that all of their packaging is 100 per cent recyclable, reusable, or compostable by the same deadline.

This also comes after it was announced that supermarket titans ALDI, Coles, and Woolworths announced their joint ‘road map to restart’ plan to resume soft plastic collection and recycling.

According to a spokesperson at the time, the plan intends to clear the massive backlog left by the failure of the REDCycle program last year. The task force estimates this could take a year to resolve. You can read more on this here.

With ALDI leading the charge by offering paper bags, we hope more companies will follow suit, and together, we can make a positive impact on the environment.

We also think these changes are an admirable effort to reduce the number of waste major stores cause.

Key Takeaways

• ALDI has announced the phase-out of their reusable plastic bags, replacing them with brown paper bags available for 25 cents.
• The change will reportedly remove over 888 tonnes of plastic from circulation annually.
• Coles and Woolworths have also made commitments to reduce their plastic consumption and phase out plastic bags.
• ALDI has set a goal to reduce their overall plastic consumption by 25 per cent before 2025 and ensure all their packaging is 100 per cent recyclable, reusable or compostable by the same deadline.

Do you believe that this change can help reduce plastic consumption overall? Have you seen ALDI’s paper bags yet? Let us know in the comments!

Plastic bags are a petroluem product? Paper bags are a timber product? We are shagged either way?.

 

[Catherines]

to the complainers take your own bags. Brown paper bags, not new. Change is not always for the betterment of the planet. Proven.

Well said, Jest. BYO - bring your own and we won’t be cutting down any more trees in Australia or wherever they are probably importing the bags from.

Woolworths brought in a soft green ‘fabric-looking’ bag many years ago - don’t know it’s exact composition. We have some of these in our car all the time but the handles are now falling apart. Option is to cut them off and repair with one (or two) layers of strong tape. We also have more cloth bags picked up at various events in the past. Who cares what your bag looks like, where it comes from, what the logo says - it does the job. Otherwise bring one of your own bags for fruit and vegetables and something for cold stuff. Put the rest of your purchases back in the trolley and put them in your car in manageable sized cardboard boxes that you can carry inside.

Just stop whinging about change, do your best. We should all stop complaining about lack of plastic bags and now useless paper bags. Our environment MUST be our main priority.

 

[DotP]

Was outside Coles this morning to go shopping and a gentleman with a cane was trying to pick up his groceries that had spilt on the ground from his broken/ripped paper bags , really don’t think the bags are sturdy enough for canned products . I always take my own bags but not everyone does

 

[Go Cats]

Yes,good point. But aren't they going to stop the logging process or something like that here in Victoria.?? And also for my shopping I use bags from recycled plastic found in the oceans. I got them them at Costco which seems a bit hypocritical as Costco would have to be one of the biggest sellers of in bulk plastic soft drink bottles wouldn't they.??? I don't want to sound negative but I think our beautiful planet is in trouble and it may be just a bit too late. I hope notbut just saying.

Plastic bags are a petroluem product? Paper bags are a timber product? We are shagged either w

 

[Go Cats]

Well said, Jest. BYO - bring your own and we won’t be cutting down any more trees in Australia or wherever they are probably importing the bags from.

Woolworths brought in a soft green ‘fabric-looking’ bag many years ago - don’t know it’s exact composition. We have some of these in our car all the time but the handles are now falling apart. Option is to cut them off and repair with one (or two) layers of strong tape. We also have more cloth bags picked up at various events in the past. Who cares what your bag looks like, where it comes from, what the logo says - it does the job. Otherwise bring one of your own bags for fruit and vegetables and something for cold stuff. Put the rest of your purchases back in the trolley and put them in your car in manageable sized cardboard boxes that you can carry inside.

Just stop whinging about change, do your best. We should all stop complaining about lack of plastic bags and now useless paper bags. Our environment MUST be our main priority.

Bravo.