The large photovoltaic system built by Sidel at their Parma plant has become fully operational, enabling the site to satisfy 40 percent of its electricity needs and cut its CO2 emissions by 871 tons/year, equal to the amount absorbed by 43,500 trees. It is one of the largest corporate photovoltaic systems in Emilia-Romagna, which, thanks to its 5,000 solar panels, is able to produce 2,900 MWh of electricity, equal to the yearly consumption of more than 1,000 Parma households. Sidel plans to … [Read more...] about The large photovoltaic system built by Sidel in Parma is in operation
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Detpak launches Eco-Products® range into Southeast Asia and Middle East
South Australian-based packaging solutions company Detpak is launching its Eco-Products range in South East Asia and the Middle East. Formerly only available in Australia and New Zealand, the Eco-Products from the Detpak range will provide customers in these markets with a broader choice of compostable, no-added PFAS sugarcane food service packaging, including plates, bowls, and containers. Detpak’s expansion into Southeast Asia and the Middle East marks the largest range of … [Read more...] about Detpak launches Eco-Products® range into Southeast Asia and Middle East
From Cup to Crop: Retracing the Coffee Bean’s Sustainable Journey
By Cath Isabedra Going on a journey to explore the roots of coffee took me on an adventure from Singapore to Indonesia. The adventure begins in the bustling heart of ofi's office, where the culmination of coffee sourcing, processing, and taste refinement efforts takes place. Here, amidst professionals dedicated to the craft, one gets the first taste of the end product: a coffee that encapsulates the essence of its origin, the skill in its processing, and the art in its … [Read more...] about From Cup to Crop: Retracing the Coffee Bean’s Sustainable Journey