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The vision of CircularConnect is to create a more sustainable Aotearoa New Zealand with less waste by embracing circularity in the design of our systems, products and packaging.

Are you confused about the terminology around bioplastics and degradables? Develop your understanding here...

Plastics NZ is part of the Advertising of Compostable Products Working Group (ACPWG) that has published 4 Guides to compostable and biodegradable products

Access a range of educational plastics materials in the environmental and general knowledge areas.

Manufacturing in an envrionmentally responsible manner can actually improve your bottom line. Find out more here...

Plastics NZ is pleased to welcome the launch of the Commerce Commission's new guidelines to help traders understand their obligations when making environmental claims, including how to avoid breaching the Fair Trading Act.

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Plastics NZ keeps a close focus on environmental issues which affect our Members. We also aim to provide a balanced and objective view on areas of consumer interest.

Plastic packaging provides environmental improvements through reduction of energy use, fuel use and food waste.

Protecting Aotearoa New Zealand's Waterways

Plastics NZ has a strong focus on environmentally responsibly manufacturing and encourages the 'reduce, reuse and recycle' philosophy and the transition to a circular economy.

Plastics NZ helps its Members work through technical environmental issues.

Find the answers to some of the most common questions here